Life with a baby has changed our hearts and our home in ways we never could have imagined and this year our family's Easter celebration was magical. It wasn't anything extravagant (in fact, Easter this year was super simple), but we treasured every moment of the day and we … [Read more...]
Happy New Year from the Gavins
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Gavins! I realize it's been pretty quiet in our corner of the internet this past week. We decided to unplug and enjoy our very first holiday season as a family of three. It's been quite the whirlwind over here and we wanted to drop in … [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...]
My Perfectly Personal, Out of the Ordinary Bridal Shower
My bridal shower was on Saturday and I must say, it was an absolutely perfect day. I think by now we have established that I am not the typical bride. I don't require a lot of fanfare, especially for my bridal shower. Assigned seating, forced participation in party games and 3 … [Read more...]
It’s the Little Things
After two years together, there are still lots of little differences between Maria and I that can amuse the heck out of me. We both have similar temperaments, come from very traditional backgrounds, and have the same values. But the different way each of us reacts to an ordinary … [Read more...]
Celebrating Family Holidays as a New Couple
Deciding how to celebrate holidays with both your family and your significant other's family can be one of the more stressful things in a new relationship. Each person wants to spend adequate time with their own family and that can be difficult to squeeze in on just one day, … [Read more...]
