So, we bought a house this weekend. Didn’t see that coming, did you? Well, neither did I really. A week ago, I was planning new counter tops in my kitchen. And you know how one home project tends to kind of spiral into 10 home projects? Somehow solid-surface counter samples turned into a new fixer […]
Frances’ Birth Story
The difference between Dorothy’s birth story and Frances’ is outrageous. Both were born via c-section, yet there is simply no comparing the two experiences. The minute I gave birth to Dorothy during an emergency c-section after 23 hours of induced labor (at 40 weeks + 6 days with NO EPIDURAL), I knew I was never going […]
Do you suppose she’s a wildflower? | Minted Stationary
“What kind of garden do you come from?” “Oh, I don’t come from a garden.” “Do you suppose she’s a wildflower?” – Alice in Wonderland Babies are in bloom around here, friends. Between snuggly cuddles from my Frances, I’m co-hosting a family baby shower for my dear cousin. It seems like it was just yesterday that […]
To My Daughter…
My dearest Dorothy, On the day before you were due to enter this world, I wrote you a letter. I guaranteed you a lot, and set lofty goals for myself as a mother. I promised that I would raise you to be strong. I promised that I would help you achieve your dreams. I promised that I […]
Rapunzel’s Tower | Dorothy’s Big Girl Room
It has almost been a full year since I posted about my inspiration for Dorothy’s big girl room. A YEAR. I would call this the ultimate #MomFail, but a lot has changed at the Cotten house in the last 12 months. The former plan for Dorothy’s big girl room was completely tossed when I found out […]