Here we are, just two Americans, sitting in a Starbucks (aka the American embassy) whilst soaking in the Glasgow culture. (Before you...

“I’m giving you permission to not quit.” I could barely read those words as I tried blinking a hundred times to rid my eyes of the tears...

I love flowers. Ranunculus’ specifically. They are very rare and hard to come by- I think that’s why I love them. When my husband and I...

If I had the option to shop at a retail store or a thrift store, hands down I’d choose a thrift store. It’s the rescue portion that...

You guys. These pictures are long overdue. The last time we had family pictures taken was 6 years ago. SIX years ago. And the reason why...

Well, we did it. We finally installed shiplap in our fixer upper. It’s been “in the plans” for some time, but one thing has held us back...

Here I am again, e’reone! I hope you were able to squeeze some sort of inspiration from yesterday’s post. If you missed it, you can catch...

OK, I know that most of you are thinking “nothing is free”. Of course I don’t technically mean “free” like someone gifted me everything...

Drumroll please…..!!!!!! The kitchen is DONE….well, about 95% done. But DONE enough to take you on a tour 🙂 If you’re just joining me,...

It’s been a while, yo.  But to my defense, soccer started for all THREE of my kiddos and yours truly is coaching Izzy’s team this year....

Good news! We are making progress in the kitchen…even though it still “looks” the same. My farmhouse sink arrived last week, HALLELUJAH!...

Around 6 months ago, before we moved, I revamped Izzy’s room. Yeah, I know. Well, the WHOLE truth would be that my husband painted, moved...

If you follow me on Facebook or Instagram, you’re already in the loop that the Thurman Fam just moved. The process started because of my...

“The one thing that you have that nobody else has is you.  Your voice. Your mind. Your story. Your vision.       So write and draw and...

Seriously though. I’m a garbage picker. And gosh darn’t, I’m proud of it. If I were to take you on a tour of my house, it would consist...

Have you ever heard Jesus speak to you? Whether it be through another person, or the Bible, or that beautiful and majestic creation of...

When it comes to home decor, I have little to no patience to see the final product. Well, having a full time job makes one very impatient...

Soooo….. I know hope that I’m not the only one that has a little corner of life that looks like this: Ahem….I’m ashamed, yes. But life is...

If you’re anything like me, the last couple of weeks have been filled with goals and dreams of new years resolutions scribbled on note...

These 2 words are what I call “heavy” words. Just like “I do” is to a bride and groom. Or “I’m sorry” spoken by someone who is still...

It’s late and I should be sleeping. But sometimes sleep is overrated.  Especially when you have a lot on your mind. (Holla!) My house is...

(originally posted in 2011) As I laid my head on my pillow last night I began to pray for my kids. I began to pray that the Lord would:...

(originally posted 2010) As soon as I was married, there was such a strong desire in me to have a baby girl. I had all the names picked...

My most favorite movie, of all time, is Pride and Prejudice. Won’t you walk with me through one of my favorite scenes? You know the one....