Eight weeks ago, Dessa arrived, turning our family of two into a family of three. And, I must say, after eight weeks, I'm slowly getting the hang of this whole fatherhood thing. Some parts, like the late night feedings, were expected. Others were not things I anticipated, like … [Read more...]
How Dessa Marie Got Her Name
When it came to naming our beloved daughter Dessa Marie, Rob and I didn't want to arbitrarily choose a name that sounded cute or fit a momentary trend. Naming a child is such a monumental task because it is a decision that our little one would always have to live with. As a … [Read more...]
It’s a Girl! Welcome to the World, Dessa Marie
We know it has been a while since we shared a family update, but it's been a little busier than usual in the Gavin household. Our beautiful baby girl Dessa Marie arrived on July 13. She has been an absolute blessing in our lives and she couldn't be any more perfect than she … [Read more...]
Will Baby Gavin be a Boy or a Girl?
Maria and I decided early on in our pregnancy that we did not want to learn the sex of our baby. But that doesn't mean we don't wonder if it's a boy or a girl! No matter what gender our baby is, we will be thrilled to have him or her in our arms. In the meantime, it's a little … [Read more...]
Who Will Be the “Mean Parent”?
Maria and I were having dinner the other night and were, as we often do, sharing stories from our day. One story got us wondering about our future as parents. Specifically, which one of us will be the "mean parent"? You know, the disciplinarian that keeps the kids in line. The … [Read more...]
Getting Ready for #dadlife with JORD
As you know, Maria and I are eagerly awaiting the arrival of our first child this July. Like all expectant parents, we aren't exactly sure what's in store for us when Baby Gavin finally joins us, but we're doing our best to prepare for what's to come. While Maria has been busy … [Read more...]
Our Family Is Growing!
Rob and I are overjoyed to finally share the good news that our little family is growing. We've been bursting with excitement over here since early November and it has been so difficult to keep our little secret. Especially these past few weeks, when I've had to get creative with … [Read more...]
Let’s Talk about Credit Scores and Mortgages
When we shared our blog post on Seven Extravagances We Live Without, we received so much great feedback from our readers. There were many helpful comments and great perspectives to consider, but the biggest discussion was about not having a credit card and building credit … [Read more...]
Can We Please Talk about the New Gilmore Girls Trailer?
I've contained my excitement for the upcoming Netflix release of Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life for long enough. I thought I was doing a pretty good job of holding it all in - until today. The world got it's first peek of footage from the show's reboot in the Gilmore Girls … [Read more...]
