Mother’s Day is coming up in two weeks, and I’ve gathered some favorite gift finds for the mom or mother figure in your life – many that can be found locally in Nashville, or ordered online. I hope you enjoy! Personalized Stationery Choose from some pretty floral designs, or customize stationery to show her face…
In Appreciation for Earth Day
Happy Earth Day to you! I find so much peace and joy in nature, and taking a daily walk is one of my favorite rituals. Today, in celebration of Earth Day, I soaked up a beautiful, longer walk with our dog and my parents’ dog in one of my favorite places, Percy Warner Park. It…
Potting New Plants and Flowers for Spring
This weekend was the annual spring plant sale at Green Door Gourmet, an event I’ve come to look forward to after finding wonderful plants there last year and the year before. My mom and I picked out our flowers Saturday morning, and I felt drawn to colorful varieties, and different types from years past. Last…
A Lovely Spring Birthday and Easter Week in Nashville
My birthday was this past Tuesday, April 4, and my mom’s birthday is coming up on the 10th. We always enjoy celebrating together with fun spring activities around our city. We decided to try a few new restaurants and happenings in Nashville, as well as a beloved longtime tradition. Here are some things we really…
What We Can Do in the Wake of the Nashville Shooting
Last Monday, March 27, three children – Evelyn Dieckhaus, William Kinney, and Hallie Scruggs, all 9 – and three adults – Mike Hill, Cynthia Peak, and Katherine Koonce – were killed at The Covenant School in Nashville. Covenant is in my neighborhood and less than three miles from the school where I teach nine-year-olds just…
Our Honeymoon in Anguilla: Full Recap
H and I returned from our honeymoon late Saturday night after a sun-filled, serene week spent in the Caribbean’s low-key island of Anguilla. It had been a dream of mine to visit the Caribbean, and I feel so grateful and fulfilled to have experienced this adventure. We just had the best time, and I’m sharing…
