ABOUT

Hi!!!

Hi, I’m Teresa—the heart behind this space. I’ve tried to quit coffee twice (spoiler: didn’t work), let go of the dream of a perfectly clean home, and live somewhere between too many aspirations and not enough sleep.

I’m married to my middle school sweetheart— who stole my heart with doodled notebook margins and first glances at the ice rink. Ten years later, we got married and built a life full of stories, second chances, God’s grace and cozy Saturday mornings with our growing crew. We spent most of our lives in sun-soaked South Florida, had a brief adventure in Nebraska, and now live in Texas—where, for the first time in a long time, it truly feels like home.

We’re raising four bold and beautiful kids who fill our house with laughter, noise, and just the right amount of chaos. Our daughter Grace Olivia is the reason this blog was born—a space where love, memories, and little moments could be captured. Haddon, our rainbow baby, keeps us smiling and always has a snack in hand. Emory brings enough personality to keep us all on our toes. And our surprise fourth, born after we thought our family was complete, is our reminder that God’s plans are greater and more fulfilling than ours.

This space is a love letter to all things home—warm kitchens, soft linens, layered textures, golden hour light, and the little moments that make up a beautiful life. From family recipes to interiors, slow living to seasonal gatherings, I’m here to celebrate the art of the everyday.

Welcome to a space where the lived-in is beautiful, the details are thoughtful, and comfort is always in style.

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    8 Comments

    1. Bohdanna
      January 15, 2012 / 3:29 pm

      Where are your photos of your growing belly and your experience of pregnancy??!

    2. March 7, 2012 / 8:32 pm

      they’re on their way :0)

    3. August 30, 2014 / 11:40 pm

      Greetings, doing a wonderful job here, your daughter will enjoy years from now! Cheryl.

    4. aleandtere
      Author
      September 2, 2014 / 12:16 pm

      Thank you Cheryl for joining us here. That’s our hope!

    5. janavarro6@gmail.com
      October 6, 2014 / 2:46 pm

      who needs caps anyways… 🙂

    6. aleandtere
      Author
      October 6, 2014 / 8:55 pm

      not me :0)

    7. October 22, 2014 / 8:11 am

      I love your blog so far! I found you on ABFOL’s “One Project at a Time.” Your story sounds a lot like mine and Daniel’s, complete with an adorable little girl with the name Grace! Mine is Lily Grace. I can’t wait to keep reading!

    8. January 28, 2015 / 9:53 am

      AHHHH! I love that you share your faith here. :))

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