The Property Lovers
Our Favorite Pieces from Abercrombie’s BOGO Sale
Life
Our Favorite Pieces from Abercrombie’s BOGO Sale
Life

This sale is too good to pass up.

Life
Why I Don’t Follow the Golden Rule in Our Marriage(and What I Do Instead)
Marriage
Why I Don’t Follow the Golden Rule in Our Marriage(and What I Do Instead)
Marriage

We couldn’t be more different.

Marriage
5 Winter Sex Positions to Warm Things Up This Winter
Marriage
5 Winter Sex Positions to Warm Things Up This Winter
Marriage

Because cozy nights in were made for connection, and a little mischief ;).

Marriage
Strawberry Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Food
Strawberry Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Food

An easy boxed cake mix and the best cream cheese icing ever.

Food

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Parenthood

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You’re Not Just Natural, You’re Essential
You’re Not Just Natural, You’re Essential

The other night at our son’s basketball game, a teacher we’ve known for years came up to us…

The Top Baby Names of 2025
The Top Baby Names of 2025

Spoiler: the top spots are the same as they were last year.

Why We Should Let Our Kids Lead Their Own Play
Why We Should Let Our Kids Lead Their Own Play

Why giving our kids the freedom to play on their own might just be the best parenting move we make.


Should We Let Our Kids Fail More?
Should We Let Our Kids Fail More?

How do we balance protecting our kids with letting them grow?

Why I Love the Idea of a Landline for Kids
Why I Love the Idea of a Landline for Kids

The other day I came across a story I can’t stop thinking about.

Back to School Essentials
Back to School Essentials

This week’s Feature Friday is all about back to school, and everything you need to make this the best (and easiest) year yet.

Design

The Property Lovers
All About the New Pinch-Pleated Blackout Curtains in Our Bedroom
All About the New Pinch-Pleated Blackout Curtains in Our Bedroom

Our primary bedroom at Holiday House is finally complete!

Holiday House Decked Out for the Holidays
Holiday House Decked Out for the Holidays

Come on in!

The Best Pinch Pleat Curtains on Amazon That Look Custom (But Aren’t!)
The Best Pinch Pleat Curtains on Amazon That Look Custom (But Aren’t!)

The perfect Amazon curtains for any style: modern, farmhouse, or boho. 100% blackout, lined, and easy to hang. Here’s why we love them.

Cozy Comforting Fall Candles
Cozy Comforting Fall Candles

The best fall candles of 2025, all in one place

Autumn Mantel Decor
Autumn Mantel Decor

We decorated our mantel for fall this week, and you can get the look in today’s Feature Friday!

Fall Front Door Decor
Fall Front Door Decor

This week’s Feature Friday includes all the must-have essentials to make your front porch perfect for autumn.

Marriage & Relationships

The Property Lovers
Why I Don’t Follow the Golden Rule in Our Marriage(and What I Do Instead)
Why I Don’t Follow the Golden Rule in Our Marriage(and What I Do Instead)

We couldn’t be more different.

5 Winter Sex Positions to Warm Things Up This Winter
5 Winter Sex Positions to Warm Things Up This Winter

Because cozy nights in were made for connection, and a little mischief ;).

Today is National Hugging Day! Here are Six Easy Ways to Celebrate
Today is National Hugging Day! Here are Six Easy Ways to Celebrate

Why we all need a little extra squeeze right now.

The One Hour at Night That Changed How Our Days Feel
The One Hour at Night That Changed How Our Days Feel

A simple nighttime rhythm that helped us feel calmer, more connected, and less rushed without adding another thing to our to-do list.

10 Things We've Learned from 10 Years of Marriage
10 Things We've Learned from 10 Years of Marriage

Reflections on a decade of love, growth, and choosing each other every day.

Marriage Equality Under Fire: What’s Really Going On
Marriage Equality Under Fire: What’s Really Going On

As conservative lawmakers and activists take aim at marriage equality, here’s what’s at stake, what protections remain, and where the fight is headed next.

Food

Style

The Property Lovers
Our Favorite Pieces from Abercrombie’s BOGO Sale
Our Favorite Pieces from Abercrombie’s BOGO Sale

This sale is too good to pass up.

Is This the Sexiest Scent Ever?
Is This the Sexiest Scent Ever?

The warm, woodsy fragrance I’ve been wearing all winter.

A Love Letter to Mac Coats
A Love Letter to Mac Coats

The coat I return to all the time for running errands, school drop-offs, or those in-between days when you don’t quite trust the forecast.

The Face Serum I’ve Been Using Every Day Lately
The Face Serum I’ve Been Using Every Day Lately

A simple, affordable serum I’ve been using daily to support hydration, firmness, and fine lines.

The Best Coats & Jackets for Fall
The Best Coats & Jackets for Fall

Whether you’re chasing that rugged workwear vibe, something cozy for weekend errands, or a polished everyday look, these jackets check every box.

How to Dress Like You Just Stepped Out of a 90s J.Crew Catalog
How to Dress Like You Just Stepped Out of a 90s J.Crew Catalog

The timeless formula for button-ups, chinos, sweaters, and that easygoing preppy vibe we all secretly miss.

A FAMILY AFFAIR

How we went from a family of two to a family of five overnight

Refugees

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When Winter Comes Knocking, No One Should Be Left in the Cold
When Winter Comes Knocking, No One Should Be Left in the Cold

Help refugee families survive freezing nights with warmth, shelter, and hope this winter.

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Helping Refugees Starts With Paying Attention (and How You Can Get Involved)
Helping Refugees Starts With Paying Attention (and How You Can Get Involved)

More than 122 million people around the world are forcibly displaced, and about 42.7 million of them are officially recognized refugees

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Today is Giving Tuesday
Today is Giving Tuesday

Your generosity goes twice as far today, providing more warmth, safety, and hope for refugee families.

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