When my husband and I bought our first home together, we had been married for only a few months. One of the mortgage team members handed us a book at our closing as a gift: The Five Love Languages...
If you’re anything like me, you grew up watching all the Disney fairy tales. My favorite was Sleeping Beauty and my five-year-old self swooned over Prince Phillip. I loved how he valiantly fought Maleficent for the woman he loved....
I wish I could say that I'm a model wife who loves her husband and who is in love with her husband every day, but I am far from that ideal. Before getting married, I assumed that love for...
"Let's Talk About Sex, Baby"
Periodically, my mind drifts back to those early days of dating my husband. I'm amazed at just how easily and naturally physical intimacy came to us. I swear, it was like Krispy Kreme -- the...
Being a mom (or dad!) has many challenges, and between the day-to-day responsibilities and a very long to-do list, it can be difficult to maintain a strong relationship with your spouse. Date night and time away from the kids...
Most nights of the week, after the sun sets and the kitchen is cleaned, my husband says, “Well Sarah, it’s time to make my rounds.” Already in bed with my nose in a book or scrolling my phone, I...
Sometimes I wonder what life was like before we had children. Was it boring? Probably not, just a lot quieter. What I've found is that in the midst of carpool, late nights coming home from church, work events, and...
What is it, anyway?
My husband and I are just one month away from our seventh year anniversary of marriage. I've heard people speak of this "seven-year itch" that is somewhat common around this time. The other day I decided...
For two years now, I have been a stay-at-home mom. As rewarding and fulfilling as it is to care for my kids, I inevitably have commitments come up that require my husband to watch them. When this occurs, it...
When I think about the experiences that have changed my life the most, having a baby definitely tops the list. During the newborn season, my husband and I went from a life of traveling, going on regular dates, and...
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Homewood’s Central Park is Updated & Better than Ever
The newly updated Homewood Central Park playground is now open! As Homewood residents who love to be outside, my family spends a lot of...
