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One Year Down



May 20, 2023

Wow, so it’s officially been one year since I decided to make the move and step into silent ownership of my company as we did a slow roll off entirely over the months to follow. While I don’t at all believe this is the right choice for everybody, I had to do it. The stress and pressure I felt at all times was physically and emotionally withering me away. I wasn’t being the wife or mom I wanted to be, and we knew something had to change. The timing felt ridiculous to back out but we felt the hit we would take personally was worth it for my well-being. And, wow, am I so very glad I did. I stepped away from everything I built and I have never been happier. Because I am built with a business mind (it’s both a blessing and a curse lol) I have found some other outlets to continue providing an income for my family but it just had to look so much different for me. As my company grew, so did I. I began to understand how I was specifically designed, and while others might still thrive as a mom and wife while balancing the pressure of a company and payroll and pleasing clients at all hours of the day, I sure as heck was not. I realized that although I can cast vision and manage a team, it is not what I should operate in primarily. And I built something (on accident) that literally was not good for me and was killing my joy in all areas of life. I have shared this journey openly not because I think women shouldn’t work. No, not what I have said or am I remotely implying. Instead, I have shared my journey because I want to encourage you to say “no” to something if it’s robbing your joy. It is ok to eject from something you even started or have invested so much into if it’s eroding your capacity to pour into what matters the absolute most. I had to submit to humility and accept that I was not doing well in the very thing I had created for myself. No matter how seemingly “good” something is, it’s not worth it if it’s robbing you of your time to pour into your family, your kids, your faith.

So what have I done with my extra time? Well, a whole lot less of a what I thought this year would include, to be honest. I genuinely thought I would be finishing my book I had started with Tyndale about a year and a half ago in this time. But, God closed that door for the time being. I was really frustrated about it. I felt hurt, but I feel so called to the specific book God has laid on my heart. I didn’t want to change what I felt a vision for because it didn’t fit their need. And I am ok with that! And I am certain my 30 page thesis and pitch will be picked up but he right person. I am really grateful for the opportunity that was presented to me and it stretched me. And now, I have something ready to go when the right publisher comes along.

I coached my son’s soccer team. I don’t wanna brag… but we started from the bottom and we ended with games 13-2 hehe. These are the things I can hang my hat on now and I am not mad about it. Just call me “Coach Hannah.” 😉

I gained a new perspective on what matters. I am just genuinely happy to pay my bills, have healthy kids, and have a home with a roof and lights. I know that sounds so dumb and basic, but it genuinely was something I came to be so thankful for over the last year.

I can play on the floor with my kids without having to check my email for a client’s concerns or frustrations.

I can film content and write when I feel a desire to, not when I am pressure-prompted. I thought I would focus so much on my blog again over the last year, but I didn’t. I have hardly touched it. I thought I would do monthly photoshoots again and create content for my email list… but I didn’t. I didn’t do any of that. I just was… mom. And honestly, it was so nice. A bit stretching and at times a slight identity crisis. But in general, so so good.

I have been extra picky about partnerships and collaborations. I say no even if it would be nice to have that money. But it’s not worth the work if it doesn’t align perfectly with the vision I have for my kids and my home.

I have poured my heart and soul into the women of Cadence and had the chance to plan events that fill my cup. Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Easter… I love to throw a good party and to see people find community. This will be the joy of my life alongside my babies for the rest of my life.

All this to say, I feel I have lived such an open book life for y’all through every season of my life. And this one has been something so notable but less shared about. Not for any particular reason other than… I have been MIA here on the blog side of things and that’s where I feel I could share more openly about it. Here’s to a year of blooming in motherhood and to many more years of it to come.

Some fun life updates:

  • Knox graduates from PreK Monday and I am already weeping.
  • I was just named the face of Snuggle Me Organic for the next 6 months and am genuinely still like… “are you sure you reached out to the right person?” but I am so honored and excited. It’s such a fun and creative outlet for me!
  • We have sabbatical for the next 4 weeks starting Monday and we are so excited! This means Paul won’t be preaching for four weeks and we will be spending tons of family time together. We will do this every summer to get vision for the church for the upcoming year as well as some needed rest! There will be some of our favorite people preaching those Sundays and I cannot wait for our people to get poured into by them!!

CATEGORIES ~ Faith, Family, Life, Mommy & Me

Mother’s Day Gift Guide



April 18, 2023

I love this stage of spring where it’s truly warming up, likely past all the random cold fronts, and it even smells like warmer weather outside. I love a good spring morning around this time barefoot in the dewy grass to start the day and for some reason, this weather makes me long to be home in my small hometown driving down 1863 with my hand out the window. CORE MEMORY. Today, mama, I have a gift guide for Mother’s Day! (Yes, Paul, this is my personal wish list hehe). We are planning a really fun Mother’s Day at Cadence which has gotten me really excited for Mother’s Day this year way early. Just send this post to your hubs and set him up for success! 😉

A few key favorites:

Pastel Pink Nikes: Okay, so actually I own these already as part of my spring closet purchases for the year. I love them and I am not sure I have ever gotten so many compliments on a pair of shoes before. They are also comfortable and passed the Sunday test! NO BLISTERS!

Pastel Nike Socks: I couldn’t pass these up the other day when I went to Schools for socks! I went with the intention of buying white… but how can you say “no” to these?!

MacKenzie Childs Tea Pot: What a perfect print, my favorite MC print by far they’ve ever released. This is the kind of piece I would keep out at all times and dream of passing on to Chloe one day!

French Country Table Book: Okay, I mean this is gorgeous. It’s inspiring, it’s classic, it’s elegant, it’s chic… YES PLEASE. Pair this with a Volcano Candle and Pink Glasses for the most perfect Mother’s Day (or just girly gift) ever.

CATEGORIES ~ Blog, Mommy & Me

Family Maternity Pics + Updated Home Links



September 6, 2022

Alright, we are a little over two weeks into being a family of 5 and I feel I have my bearings a bit now. Chloe is quite literally the easiest angel baby of all time, which has made our transition so simple. I also think the more kids you add into the mix, things just somehow get easier despite them getting a hair crazier. Somebody asked me on DMs the other day how I seem to be so adjusted, and I truly believe it’s mostly the nature of adding a third and also having a husband who can co-parent very equally with me due to the nature of our jobs. I believe all parents can co-parent and carry the loads in different ways! But the actual physical toll of daily tasks and splitting night shifts is a huge unique factor at play for us that we are grateful for. It’s so hard not to compare experiences through social media, but I know we have such a unique situation that isn’t always possible for many. He can take the 3 AM shift to feed and then starts working around 4 to get a full day’s work in. Then, I take the day and the 12 AM feeding. He typically does the 9 PM, but we are both up usually and while he feeds, I pump. We are also committed to helping one another get a nap during the day if at all possible. Again, this just isn’t everybody’s situation and we recognize we are lucky to be able to both take on the load (and blessing) of three babies in the way we do.

Anyways, that said, I just am really thankful for how seamless the last two weeks have felt. My recovery has been the best of all my babies, and we’ve heard Chloe cry (no joke) MAYBE a total of two minutes… like total. Combined. (I am telling you – she’s the easiest, most content baby). Before Chloe was born, we hosted my photographer’s lifestyle workshop at our home and did a maternity shoot. These photos are so special and captured our boys so sweetly. I always hear people say, “I could never get photos like that.” Truth is, all you need is a photographer who knows what they’re doing. My boys were running around like wild men the entire time and I think there’s only two actual posed pictures in this entire set of images. Hannah, my friend and photographer, is just so good at capturing lifestyle and movement. With that, if you want family pictures but don’t know how it would go, I cannot suggest doing them either in your own home or a studio that feels confined and homey. It just helps a lot!

Any time I share photos or videos of our living room in particular, I seem to get asked for links to the same few items most. The top two requests are always my sofa/love seat and our rug! Just a reminder, I have Shop My Home on the top bar of this website with links to everything I can add links to, all categorized by room. I have been doing my best to update them as we make purchases for the home! I will add Chloe’s room ASAP as soon as it’s completed- we are getting close! Sadly, my sofa and loveseat were purchased from Nebraska Furniture Mart a few years ago and I have never been able to find it online for y’all. Womp. Our rug is from the Studio Mcgee line at Target, and it’s the perfect subtle addition of color in our living room with its blue and cream hues. We also just finally got our windows covered, and I have had over $1000 worth of curtains in my cart on hold at Pottery Barn for 6 months. But then, I found these on Amazon and the reviews were too good not to give them a shot… I thought, if anything, it’d be temporary to finally get my windows covered for some privacy in our main living space. But after getting them up, they are so nice and elegant and they rival curtains 4x’s the cost. I will be keeping them as-is! I got the curtain rods and panels from Amazon and have them all linked below!

For these photos, my outfit and the boys’ were provided by my photographer from her client closet! The boys’ rompers are from Simple Folk. I always love to share our family photo shoots to inspire your own special pictures to hang in your homes. I really believe getting professional pictures as often as you can is something to value because they will live on for generations! I will cherish these photos with my boys forever.

CATEGORIES ~ Blog, Family, Mommy & Me

Rory’s Bluey 2nd Birthday Party



August 16, 2022

We have a TWO year old and I just cannot believe it. Rory Liam is the goofiest, sweetest little tank of a boy and he brings us so much joy. We are huge fans of all things Bluey in this household, and it only made sense to do a Bluey themed birthday party for our sweet Roro. Up until legit the week of… I was planning on a Bluey themed family birthday party at The Little Gym and sadly we were double booked and I had to switch gears to our home. I decided to do a full send party last minute and bought decorations, Costco frozen foods kids love, and threw every toy we have outside to keep the kids outdoors and happy.

I have found over the years with parties that kids just want to play at a birthday and there’s not a lot of entertaining needed, so we put up our bounce house and all the bikes and outdoor toys we have, and said “have fun” to the 15 little kids that came over to celebrate. A fun little pop up Heeler Home tent and easy decorations added the perfect pop of orange and blue we needed. We played the Bluey soundtrack over our speakers and the kids seriously had a blast. Honestly, this was arguably my favorite birthday party to date and it was the simplest I have done.

For food, I did corn dogs and chicken nuggets from Costco, a box of variety baked chips, popcorn, and juice… and we called it a day! The kids loved it. Paul also came home the morning of the party with an ax throwing game from Target for the parents to play and we gave away a Pendleton blanket to the winner. It was honestly the perfect little addition to the party for the adults. We played the Bluey soundtrack in the background, and the kids danced and played for two hours!

I hope this helps you with your own little’s birthday party! All items linked below were included at the party!

Cupcakes and Oatmeal Cream Pies: Ditty, A Gluten Free Bakery! You guys, I am not just saying this because she’s a friend. These gf cupcakes and oatmeal cream pies tasted like everything I lost from my childhood when I had to change my diet due to an allergy of yeast and gluten haha. These oatmeal cream pies literally taste like Little Debbie (but better!)

Decorations: Bluey Party Pack | Dog Bowls (we used for eating!) | Figurines

Play: Bluey Character Masks | Heeler Home Tent | Bluey Plush | Bounce House | Water Station (similar) | Wagon |

CATEGORIES ~ Blog, Family, Mommy & Me

Pink Maternity Photo Session



July 27, 2022

Getting my maternity pictures taken with each baby has always been a highlight of the ending of a pregnancy for me. There’s just something really special about capturing those final days before you meet a piece of your heart. This session for our CC girl was done at Lemon Drop Studios and we just had a lot of fun! Studio sessions when it’s 110 degrees outside is WHERE IT’S AT. AC when this pregnant is just kinda necessary ha. I love this studio, it’s so beautiful and we got full access to all three sections (studio A and B + the outside greenhouse).

I have had quite a few Dms asking about my outfits from this shoot so I wanted to link all of it for you in one place! I knew I really wanted the elegant portrait style in the maternity body suit, but finding one with full coverage proved quite difficult. However, I found this one on Amazon and LOVE it. The first hat is my exact one, and then I linked a few other similar options!

The second look is the maternity photo look of my dreams! This maternity robe was a steal from Amazon and I found the blush nude body suit (full booty coverage again!) on Gap Factory for $12!!

This last one is so special, because it’s the dress I wore for my pregnancy announcement photos with Knox. Five years later and my last pregnancy, I wanted to bookend this season of carrying babies with the dress. It’s a Fillyboo dress that isn’t made anymore, but they sell a variety of similarly styled gowns.

CATEGORIES ~ Blog, Fashion, Mommy & Me, Pregnancy

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Hey, I am Hannah!

Hey,  I am Hannah!
I am Hannah Morrison. Mommy of two boys, one girl, and an angel girl in heaven. I believe joy is found in your own home under your own roof, and I am just here to help you find it. Marriage, motherhood, fashion, and faith are what I am all about and I am so glad you're here!

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