Laurie

  • Bryce is Baptized!

    Bryce was baptized on Dec. 11 against the backdrop of Christmas decor and amid family, friends and the St. Peter’s church congregation. He was a champ during the process despite being hungry and very, very tired. Landon even actively participated… Continue reading

  • Fall 2022: Halloween, Thanksgiving and Life

    We’ve had a happy few months with Landon and Bryce. Landon got to bring his class pet, Lamby, home near the beginning of the school year and Lamby got to hike around our enchanted trail and meet the goats. Halloween… Continue reading

  • Middle names and “yummy food”

    Landon never ceases to entertain us. My parents recently asked Landon was Bryce’s middle name is. Landon thought for a moment, then said, “Tree!” Bryce’s middle name is Forrest, and I love that Landon clearly had an idea the name… Continue reading

  • Destigmatizing Perinatal and Postpartum Mental Health

    The American Psychological Association estimates one in seven women experience PPD. Here’s what has helped me – and not – while living with PPD/PPA. Continue reading

    Destigmatizing Perinatal and Postpartum Mental Health
  • We Love Having a Baby!

    The past three+ months have been a blur of sleep deprivation, baby snuggles, preschooler shenanigans, diapers, food, milk and endless joy, love and coffee. As usual, I’ve been quite remiss in updating this blog, but this recent story sums it… Continue reading