Monica Aberle
Vintage decorating in a new-build home
There’s something about decorating with vintage pieces in a home. Part of what makes them so intriguing is that they’re not things you can find just anywhere. They have a story to tell. They often…
Shopping for an infant car seat? Here’s why you’ll love the GRACO Snugride Snuglock 35 DLX
Where to buy: You can purchase the Graco Snugride Snuglock 35 DLX on Amazon for about $160. What I love: 01. Lightweight. This car seat weighs about 8lbs, a little less than other car seats,…
Less is more: two moms and interior designers on cozy family spaces
“It doesn’t matter the size of your home, or the price tag, but what matters is how it makes you feel.” —Selena & Erin, co-owners of Fleurish Interiors As moms we have a lot of…
One mama’s response to a hurting church and world
Leah Darrow—international speaker, author, and host of the Do Something Beautiful Podcast—has announced registration for one of the first online learning programs for Catholic women. “Do something beautiful for God. Do it with your life….
Single mom in college? You might not have to pay the bills alone anymore.
Photo courtesy of Briana Williams Briana Williams was 23 years old, a second year law student at Harvard, when she found out she was pregnant. Her story has garnered a lot of media attention, because…
6 must-haves for traveling with toddlers
I used to stress about the experience of flying with my toddler long before the flight even began. Just the thought of confining her into an area the size of a box for longer than a hour was terrifying. Add in the public eye, and you get what I’m saying here…
Why we don’t seek help when our marriages need it
Photo by: Love Well Photography Marriage. Takes. Work. We’ve all heard this saying before. But when it comes down to it, this is much easier said than done. As much as it makes sense that…
Former Next Top Model Leah Darrow talks motherhood, body image, and raising confident daughters
Leah Darrow, wife and mother of four, is a former model and contestant on America’s Next Top Model. Leah left the modeling industry when she was 25, after going through a life-changing experience that led…
Hospital denies care to baby born “72 hours too early”
Last fall, Jessica Spradlin and her husband Ronnie found out they were pregnant. They had been hoping for a baby, and when the pregnancy test read “positive,” they were thrilled. At their 12 week appointment,…
This Mother’s Day project recognizes mothers who’ve placed their children for adoption
Mother’s Day is just around the corner—the day we remember our moms, shower them with flowers, cards, gifts and hugs—and show them some well-deserved love. But on this day each year, there are many moms…
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Flooring Renovation: Asbestos Removal and Choosing the Perfect Floor Stain
We finally completed the renovation of our first-floor flooring, and like most renovations, it was a bit more involved than we initially hoped for. When we bought the house three years ago, we knew the…
Roses are red: 8 beautiful shades of a paint color you might not realize you love
Lots of us love blues, greens, whites, and greys. And if neutrals are more your thing, you might think you need to stay far away from a color like red. But we think it’s worth…