Laura
Residing on the southside of Indy, Laura is a nurse, mother and wife. You can find her with her sidekicks: daughter Violet and son Anthony. When she gets a free moment, she enjoys painting, reading and exercising.
Patterns And Routines That Keep Us Sane
We've all been there. Drowning in chaos, over-committed, and overworked. My family and I found ourselves in a season like that. For weeks we...
Support for the First-Time Mom: Trust Her as She Makes Decisions
I got pregnant with my firstborn in 2018. No sooner had I seen two pink lines than the comments started. A couple of the...
Mommy is a Nurse
Being a mom and a nurse means coming home when dinner has already been eaten. Faces have been wiped. Games have been played. A...
To Indianapolis, The City I Love
Born and raised in the Indianapolis area, I found myself moving away after high school. I moved to West Lafayette to attend Purdue for...
Date Night Spots in and Around Indy
My husband and I recently grew roots here in Indianapolis. We were both born and raised in the area, but my husband's job caused...
Meal Planning: Grace Being the Key Ingredient
Meal Planning. When people hear this term, it can stir up various emotions. For some people, the term "meal planning" brings up anxious thoughts;...
10 Things That Are True About Traveling for the Holidays
The holidays are quickly approaching. With the holidays approaching, many families will make the decision of whether or not to travel for the holidays....
“Just The One?” And Other Awkward Questions People Ask About Families
When I tell people I have a three-year-old, the question that people almost always ask is, "Just the one?" In one way or another,...
I Love You in the Mundane: A Letter to My Husband
Going into marriage, I thought the big moments would be my favorite. I thought of the milestones we would celebrate, the trips we would...
Being Brave
Sometimes, when people get settled into the mundane tasks of life, they forget to take chances. When the Covid pandemic first broke out, people...
Building a Home Intentionally
Nowadays, all you need to do is browse the internet for a few hours and you can redecorate your whole house. There are so...
Your Grandparents Chance to Love You
My husband and I went on a date recently, our first date in forever! I put on a pearl barrette and broke out my...
Back to Work and Fighting Mom Guilt
The sound of ocean waves hit me as I push open the door. Turning the sound machine off, I get a glimpse of you...