We are happy to share that our family of four is now complete! Harvey James entered the world on October 2nd at 6:22 pm and completely stole all of our hearts. We shared the announcement on social media last week and everyone seems to agree that Harvey bears a very strong … [Read more...]
Our Weekend Getaway to Charlevoix: One Last Vacation as a Family of 3
A few weeks ago, our family took a long weekend getaway up to Charlevoix in northern Michigan before this baby arrives. The trip was exactly what we needed to rest up and enjoy one last adventure as a family of three. Neither Rob nor I had ever been to Charlevoix before and we … [Read more...]
What We Feed our Dairy-Free and Tomato-Free Toddler
Last month we shared Dessa's long and complicated journey through food allergies and sensitivities. Right now, she doesn't technically suffer from any food allergies, but we have discovered that she does have some sensitivities to dairy and tomatoes that we are trying to … [Read more...]
Dessa’s Birth Story
I have had every intention of sharing Dessa's birth story on the blog since the day she was born. Before that, actually. I kept notes on my phone of the events leading up to her birth because I knew that I wanted to share them here, but then our sweet girl arrived. And I went … [Read more...]
Creating Simple Family Memories This Summer with Stitch Fix Kids
Summer is here and the Gavin family is ready for some fun! We have been loving every minute of sunshine that has come our way and this summer has been the most fun that our family can remember. We don't have room in our budget right now for big family trips, but that has not been … [Read more...]
Our Complicated Story in and Out of Food Allergies
If you follow any of our Instagram stories, you may have seen me share a few of the difficulties we've encountered juggling Dessa's food allergies and sensitivities. In the past year and a half, we've faced allergies and sensitivities to dairy, sesame, and tomato. And just when … [Read more...]
Belated Easter Blessings from Our Family to Yours
Every holiday we celebrate as a family of three seems to always be more special and memorable than the one before and this Easter was no exception! We didn't do anything fancy, but it seems as though we always treasure the simplest moments the most. Our holiday recap is a few … [Read more...]
Our Family is Growing … Again!
Rob and I are excited to finally let you in on a growing little secret: Dessa is going to be a big sister! The baby is due October 7 and we are completely overjoyed. It has been incredibly difficult to keep the news a secret from our friends, family, and all of you and we … [Read more...]
What We Are Doing to Raise a Child who Loves to Read
As an early childhood educator, I know the importance of reading to young children. It sounds so simple and, to be honest, a little unbelievable, but reading to a child for 20 minutes every day from the time she is a baby is the simplest, most-effective thing a parent can do to … [Read more...]
