Learn how to cast a vision and live a more purposeful life. When thinking of casting a vision for my life, the first place I go is Philippians 4:8. Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable–if anything is excellent or praiseworthy–think about […]

We’re all familiar with the notion of settings goals in the New Year. But according to this study, only 9% of people feel like they reach them. The problem isn’t you or the resolution, we’re all in this together. So this year, let’s worry less about setting specific goals and more about creating healthy boundaries […]

These simple and easy homemade bagel bites are about to become a family favorite. Junk mail. That’s how it started. As soon as my kids were old enough to check the mail by themselves they became enamored with any and every flyer, pamphlet, and sales ad. So for today’s reading pleasure, my five-year-old snuggled up […]

Vintage art is all the rage, and I am here for it! I’ve always appreciated things of old, whether history, books, or art. But figuring out where to find vintage art and other gems can be challenging.  So today, I’ll share my favorite places to find vintage art for your home and tips for making […]

As our family has grown over the last ten years, our house has not. I’d like to say our journey to intentional, minimal gift-giving started with a high moral conviction, but it was really just born out of a desperate need to simplify our life. The fruit has been tenfold though. I adore having toys […]

With advertisements and the reach of influencers at an all-time high, it’s hard not to go overboard on Black Friday. Today I’m sharing my system to reduce impulse buying and not overspend this holiday season.  Social media is a beautiful beast. While I love the community sharing aspect, if your IG feed looks anything like […]

This simple, vegetable soup is sure to be a favorite with your family this fall. It can be thrown together in 15 minutes and tastes even better leftover, what’s not to love? We’re heading into our busiest season over here at Casa de la Paul. I’ve had the pleasure of photographing so many babies all […]

Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. -Matthew 11:28 Should my kids share a room? Am I working too much? Or should I work more before Christmas? Will the baby ever sleep? (Yes) Okay, but it doesn’t feel like it. Will McDonald’s *really* be that bad […]

A couple of years ago I got the notion to try forest schooling. So I bought a book, we pulled out the puffy coats grandma had gotten us last Christmas, and set out to explore the great outdoors.  Icy wind in our faces and frozen tears on my toddler’s cheeks, we were doing this thang. […]

In everyone’s life, at some time, our inner fire goes out. It is then burst into flame by an encounter with another human being. We should all be thankful for those people who rekindle the inner spirit. -Albert Schweitzer I was about six weeks postpartum when my fire started to go out. We had been […]