Author: Amber

Alright, let’s talk chronic illness. I’ve been diagnosed with a few conditions—and there are a few more on the “suspected” list. Yay me, right? In all honesty, it could be worse. I’m grateful for the good days, but today, I just need to talk about it. First up: Fibromyalgia.What is it, exactly? Honestly, it feels Read more

Whew—what a week it’s been! Between my garden, school, work, family birthdays, and PolyFamily (yes, we need to talk about Episode 4), life is moving fast. So here’s a quick catch-up on everything going on in my world: 🌶 Garden Update Let’s start with the garden. Honestly, it’s struggling a bit. I think it just Read more

This week on PolyFamily, emotions boiled over, relationships were tested, and the paternity question continued to shake the foundation of this unconventional family. Breastfeeding & Bonds Episode 3 picks up with a continuation of the breastfeeding storyline. Taya’s milk has officially come in, but Alicia shared that hers did not—an emotionally charged moment that highlights Read more

A Beautiful Mother’s Day Filled with Love, Laughter, and Bacon Dressing I want to start by thanking my husband and kids for an amazing Mother’s Day. My kids didn’t complain too much (win!), and my husband had everything perfectly organized. He gifted me a spoon bracelet I’ve wanted for ages—it’s vintage, elegant, and made from Read more

First and foremost—if you love ghost shows, Sean gives major vibes like the guy from The Hozier Files. Just had to get that off my chest before diving in. So, baby Quentin is here! His birth was a C-section, and I was honestly surprised (but pleasantly so) that all three parents were allowed in the Read more

First and foremost, May the 4th be with you! As a Catholic, I always want to say “and with your spirit” afterward—but I know that’s not quite appropriate here. 😄 It’s a beautiful Sunday here in South Carolina. My husband and I took full advantage of the gorgeous weather by planting new bushes and flowers Read more

f you know me, you know I love a good dose of smutty, messy reality TV—something I can watch in the background while doing a million things. But PolyFamily on TLC? This one had me watching closely and talking to the screen like I was in the episode. Let’s talk about episode one. 👇 Meet Read more

This past Saturday, my eldest and I toured the University of South Carolina. It was a nice visit—he thought the old architecture made the buildings look “fancy,” loved the dining hall, and was obsessed with the food delivery robots (understandable, honestly). One downside? The major he’s interested in isn’t guaranteed. At $30k a year, that Read more