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If you’ve ever reheated your coffee 3 times… this is your sign. 😂☕
Ember Mugs are my go-to Christmas gift because they’re actually useful and feel special at the same time.

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If you’ve ever reheated your coffee 3 times… this is your sign. 😂☕ Ember Mugs are my go-to Christmas gift because they’re actually useful and feel special at the same time. LTKGiftGuide LTKHoliday LTKHome

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The quiet evening watering sessions. Checking on the hydrangeas like they’re family members.

Walking through the garden first thing in the morning before the rest of the house wakes up.

None of it is particularly glamorous… but somehow it feels like the kind of life I always hoped for. 🤍
Maybe that’s the beauty of growing things.

They teach you to slow down long enough to notice what’s already right in front of you. ☀️

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#GardenLife
#SlowLivingHome
#CozyLifestyle
#RomanticizeYourLife
#CutFlowerGarden

The reason I chose motherhood was because I got to grow up watching a mother who chose it every single day.

You never wavered on what your purpose was. While the world constantly tried to convince women that fulfillment was found elsewhere, you quietly and faithfully built a life centered around your home and your family. And somehow, you made it all feel beautiful.

You created an atmosphere where motherhood felt meaningful. Where home felt safe. Warm. Sacred even. You made ordinary things feel magical: dinner around the table, holidays together, rides home from church, late night talks, laughter echoing through the kitchen.

You made motherhood look less like sacrifice and more like the greatest reward.

And now, as a mother myself, I realize more than ever just how much of my own life was shaped by yours. So much of what I longed to create for my children first began with what you created for us.

Mom, thank you for choosing home and choosing family in a world where those things are so often overlooked. Thank you for laying down your own wants so we could have a childhood filled with love, stability, warmth, and presence.

You gave me and my sisters something rare. And now my own children get to experience the overflow of that love too.

Everything beautiful I knew motherhood could be… started with you.

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#motherhoodunplugged #homesweethome #slowmotherhood #honoringmotherhood #kindredmoments

Turns out hanging baskets aren’t just for porches anymore 🤭🌿

Took one little basket, added some florals, and suddenly our greenhouse door feels like the cottage garden of my dreams.

Comment SHOP to get this exact hanging basket! Bonus: it comes in a pack of 2!

Proof that sometimes the charming details are the simplest ones ✨

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#greenhousestyle #cottagegardeninspo #hangingbasketdecor #heritagehome #romanticizeyourhome

https://liketk.it/6cGQj

The quiet evening watering sessions. Checking on the hydrangeas like they’re family members.

Walking through the garden first thing in the morning before the rest of the house wakes up.

None of it is particularly glamorous… but somehow it feels like the kind of life I always hoped for. 🤍
Maybe that’s the beauty of growing things.

They teach you to slow down long enough to notice what’s already right in front of you. ☀️

-

#GardenLife
#SlowLivingHome
#CozyLifestyle
#RomanticizeYourLife
#CutFlowerGarden

Another beautiful morning

Two years ago, this was just an idea scribbled in the margins of my notebook… a “someday” dream I kept bringing up to my husband in passing.

A little greenhouse tucked behind our garden beds. A place to start seeds, clip flowers, and slow down for a minute.

But life was full. Four kids. Renovations. Work. All the things that felt more “important.” So it stayed a dream… one I talked about often, but quietly assumed would take a back seat.

And yet, I couldn’t shake it.
I kept picturing early mornings out here… dirt under my nails, coffee in hand, growing something from nothing.

Not because it was productive. Not because it looked impressive. But because it felt like me.

So we started. Slowly. Weekend by weekend. Board by board. A two-year labor of love that didn’t happen overnight… but maybe that’s what makes this moment feel so sacred.

Because this isn’t just a greenhouse.

It’s proof that the quiet dreams you keep coming back to… the ones that don’t make a lot of noise… the ones that don’t necessarily “make sense” to anyone else…
are usually the ones worth building.

If you’re someone who’s holding onto a slow, steady dream like that… you’re in the right place here. 🌿

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#GreenhouseDreams #GardenLife #SlowLivingHome #CottageGardenStyle #KindredHomestead

Wide leg track pants = the easiest way to look put together while still feeling comfy 🤍 Dress them up with a blazer and sneakers or keep it casual with a tee and slides. Truly my favorite “looks cute without trying” piece lately.

Your favorites are quickly becoming my favorites 🤍 Sharing the most-loved Kindred Homestead finds lately — cozy home layers, everyday staples, and those little details that make home feel collected and lived in. Linking all the pieces everyone keeps asking about ✨

athletic wear that feels cute and affordable?? immediate yes from me 💙🎾☁️

rounded up a few athluna pieces I’ve been loving lately, from the navy tennis skirt to the buttery soft tanks + the little pink layers that make workout clothes feel way more elevated than they probably should 😜

I especially ordered the bright red running shorts for summer walks/baseball nights because apparently I’m in my “colorful athletic wear” era now.

#LTKmomlife #LTKfitnessgoals #LTKActive

For a long time, I thought the life I wanted looked like more.

More progress. More perfection. More to show for it.
But somewhere along the way, that shifted.

I’ve found myself drawn to a quieter kind of life—
one that isn’t built on impressing anyone, but on being present.

A life that looks like open windows on a warm day,
homemade meals shared around the table,
the creak of old floors, and lamp light at 6pm. A life where faith leads, where our home is lived in and loved deeply, and where my kids grow up knowing there’s more to this world than what a screen can offer.

It’s slower. Softer. More rooted.

And maybe it doesn’t look like “more” to everyone else…but it feels like everything to me. 🤍

If you’ve been craving this kind of life too, I think you’ll feel at home here. 🏡

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#FaithFilledHome
#SlowLivingHome
#IntentionalMotherhood
#LivedInHomes
#RootedLiving

For the longest time I struggled with how to make something feel functional and beautiful. It felt like I had to pick and choose.

Like if it worked well, it couldn’t also feel warm and inviting… and if it looked beautiful, it probably wasn’t very practical for real, everyday life.

But somewhere along the way, I realized it was never about choosing one or the other—it was about layering both.

Letting the pretty things be useful.
Letting the functional things be seen.
Letting a space feel lived-in, not just styled.

And that’s where the magic started to happen.
So if you’ve been waiting for permission to make your spaces both… this is it 🤍

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#livedinhomes
#collectedhome
#homemakingwithheart
#functionandbeauty
#cozycornerstyle

Outdoor summer living but make it nostalgic Americana 🇺🇸 Think striped cushions, cozy patio seating, grilling favorites, layered outdoor decor, string lights, melamine dinnerware, and all the little details that make summer nights at home feel special. Rounded up some favorite family-friendly outdoor finds — and a bunch are currently on sale right now 👏🏼 #americanastyle #patiodecor #outdoorliving #summerhome #backyardstyle #familyhome #wayfairfinds #summerdecor

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Turns out hanging baskets aren’t just for porches anymore 🤭🌿

Took one little basket, added some florals, and suddenly our greenhouse door feels like the cottage garden of my dreams.

Comment SHOP to get this exact hanging basket! Bonus: it comes in a pack of 2!

Proof that sometimes the charming details are the simplest ones ✨

-

#greenhousestyle #cottagegardeninspo #hangingbasketdecor #heritagehome #romanticizeyourhome

https://liketk.it/6cGQj

Some of my favorite finds from @athluna ❤️ including this cropped wind breaker!

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POV: my Amazon cart is basically activewear, neutrals, and “just one more matching set” 🤍 Sharing the fitness favorites I reach for on repeat lately — flattering, comfortable, easy to style, and actually practical for mom life, walks, workouts, errands, and everything in between. ✨ #amazonfinds #amazonstyle #fitnessfinds #athleisurestyle #workoutwear #ltkfitness #amazonfavorites #neutralstyle #momstyle #activewearfinds

#LTKActive #LTKfitnessgoals

The older I get, the more I realize my favorite kind of summer isn’t the busiest one. 🤍

It’s slower mornings with the windows open.
Fresh meals made at home.
Kids running barefoot through the yard.
American flags waving on the porch.
The kind of days that feel simple while you’re living them… but somehow become the ones you remember forever. 🇺🇸

I’m Tessa — mom of four, lover of old homes, cozy traditions, and romanticizing ordinary life. If this kind of summer feels like home to you too, I think you’ll fit right in here. ☀️🏡

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#AmericanaStyle
#SummerAtHome
#PatrioticDecor
#CozyHomeVibes
#SlowSummerDays

A mom.

That was the dream. A home full of life. Kids in the kitchen. A garden in the backyard. Dinner around the table. A quiet, ordinary life filled with love.

And then I became a mom... and somewhere along the way, I started believing the lie that it wasn’t enough.
That maybe I should be doing something bigger. Something that looked more impressive. Something that earned more praise, more attention, more applause.

So I spent a lot of time feeling discontent with the very life I had once longed for. I kept thinking there had to be something else out there for me.

But the more I chased that other version of success, the more I realized how much I was missing. I was missing the sacredness of the ordinary. The little hands. The slow mornings. The privilege of being home.

And slowly, I found my way back.

Back to the life I had always wanted. Back to the version of success that feels true to me. Back to believing that loving my family, creating a home, and being present in these days is not something to apologize for or outgrow.

Coming home to this dream was always where I was meant to be. 🤍

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#StayAtHomeMomLife #IntentionalMotherhood #SlowLivingHome #FaithFilledMotherhood #KindredHomestead

Favorite athletic wear lately 🤍 The kind of pieces that make getting dressed for a walk, workout, errands, or mom life feel easy but still pulled together. Sharing a little try-on haul with the sets, layers, and comfy staples I keep reaching for lately.

#LTKgrwm #LTKmomlife #LTKootd

Turns out hanging baskets aren’t just for porches anymore 🤭🌿

Took one little basket, added some florals, and suddenly our greenhouse door feels like the cottage garden of my dreams.

Comment SHOP to get this exact hanging basket! Bonus: it comes in a pack of 2!

Proof that sometimes the charming details are the simplest ones ✨

-

#greenhousestyle #cottagegardeninspo #hangingbasketdecor #heritagehome #romanticizeyourhome

https://liketk.it/6cGQj

My summer, lounging uniform! These wide leg gingham track/pajama pants have officially won my heart! I’m a butter yellow sweater is going to be a must grab on those chilly summer nights!

#LTKootd #LTKmomlife

For the longest time, I thought making something feel “special” meant it had to be elaborate or perfectly styled. But the older I get, the more I realize it’s usually the smallest touches that change everything.

A simple tablecloth. A little shade from an umbrella. Lemon or lime slices in your water. A bowl of fruit you already have on hand. Maybe a few herbs clipped from the garden and set in the middle of the table.

Nothing over the top. Nothing complicated. Just a little intention.

Because it’s not really about the table… it’s about creating a moment you actually want to sit in. One that invites you to slow down, stay a while, and enjoy what’s already in front of you.

Save this for the next warm day… and tell me, what’s one small thing you’d add to your table to make it feel special? 🌿

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#OutdoorLiving #SlowLivingHome #RomanticizeYourLife #SimplePleasures #KindredHomestead

The older I get, the more I realize home was never meant to just impress people.

It’s meant to hold them.

The laughter echoing from the kitchen while dinner simmers on the stove. The hard conversations whispered after bedtime. The familiar comfort of routines repeated over and over again until they quietly become someone’s childhood.

I think that’s why I care so deeply about creating a home that feels lived in, layered, warm, and welcoming. Not because perfection matters… but because people do.

Because long after the paint colors change and the trends fade, what remains is how a home made someone feel.

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#slowliving #heritagehome #homesanctuary #cozyhomevibes #kindredhomestead

Two years ago, this was just an idea scribbled in the margins of my notebook… a “someday” dream I kept bringing up to my husband in passing.

A little greenhouse tucked behind our garden beds. A place to start seeds, clip flowers, and slow down for a minute.

But life was full. Four kids. Renovations. Work. All the things that felt more “important.” So it stayed a dream… one I talked about often, but quietly assumed would take a back seat.

And yet, I couldn’t shake it.
I kept picturing early mornings out here… dirt under my nails, coffee in hand, growing something from nothing.

Not because it was productive. Not because it looked impressive. But because it felt like me.

So we started. Slowly. Weekend by weekend. Board by board. A two-year labor of love that didn’t happen overnight… but maybe that’s what makes this moment feel so sacred.

Because this isn’t just a greenhouse.

It’s proof that the quiet dreams you keep coming back to… the ones that don’t make a lot of noise… the ones that don’t necessarily “make sense” to anyone else…
are usually the ones worth building.

If you’re someone who’s holding onto a slow, steady dream like that… you’re in the right place here. 🌿

-

#GreenhouseDreams #GardenLife #SlowLivingHome #CottageGardenStyle #KindredHomestead

Outdoor finds that make a space feel layered, collected, and actually lived in ✨ Patterned cushions, charming planters, woven textures, striped umbrellas, vintage-inspired furniture, and cozy outdoor pieces that bring warmth and personality to porches, patios, and backyard spaces. #LTKHome #WayfairFinds #OutdoorDecor #PatioStyle #CollectedHome #LayeredHome #OutdoorLiving #CottageStyle #KindredHomestead

For years, this little pink room has quietly become one of the most loved spaces in our home. And honestly? I think it’s because it gave me permission to stop playing it safe.

The color is called “Just Rosy” by PPG Paints (Pittsburgh Paints), and while it may look bold at first glance, it actually reads incredibly soft and warm throughout the day. It changes with the light in the prettiest way and somehow manages to feel playful, cozy, vintage, and timeless all at once.

I think so many people are afraid of using color because they assume it will feel overwhelming, but what I’ve learned through this room is that color can actually make a home feel more lived in, layered, and personal.

So if you’ve been waiting for permission to paint the room pink… this is it. 🤍

Follow along if you love old homes, layered interiors, cozy living, and creating beauty in the everyday.

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#pinkpaint
#heritagehome
#colorfulinteriors
#cozyhomevibes
#vintageinspiredhome

Turns out hanging baskets aren’t just for porches anymore 🤭🌿

Took one little basket, added some florals, and suddenly our greenhouse door feels like the cottage garden of my dreams.

Comment SHOP to get this exact hanging basket! Bonus: it comes in a pack of 2!

Proof that sometimes the charming details are the simplest ones ✨

-

#greenhousestyle #cottagegardeninspo #hangingbasketdecor #heritagehome #romanticizeyourhome

https://liketk.it/6cGQj

Another day. Another workout set. 💙

For a long time, I thought the life I wanted looked like more.

More progress. More perfection. More to show for it.
But somewhere along the way, that shifted.

I’ve found myself drawn to a quieter kind of life—
one that isn’t built on impressing anyone, but on being present.

A life that looks like open windows on a warm day,
homemade meals shared around the table,
the creak of old floors, and lamp light at 6pm. A life where faith leads, where our home is lived in and loved deeply, and where my kids grow up knowing there’s more to this world than what a screen can offer.

It’s slower. Softer. More rooted.

And maybe it doesn’t look like “more” to everyone else…but it feels like everything to me. 🤍

If you’ve been craving this kind of life too, I think you’ll feel at home here. 🏡

-

#FaithFilledHome
#SlowLivingHome
#IntentionalMotherhood
#LivedInHomes
#RootedLiving

For the longest time I struggled with how to make something feel functional and beautiful. It felt like I had to pick and choose.

Like if it worked well, it couldn’t also feel warm and inviting… and if it looked beautiful, it probably wasn’t very practical for real, everyday life.

But somewhere along the way, I realized it was never about choosing one or the other—it was about layering both.

Letting the pretty things be useful.
Letting the functional things be seen.
Letting a space feel lived-in, not just styled.

And that’s where the magic started to happen.
So if you’ve been waiting for permission to make your spaces both… this is it 🤍

-

#livedinhomes
#collectedhome
#homemakingwithheart
#functionandbeauty
#cozycornerstyle

Current summer cart favorites ☀️ Matching sets for easy mornings, effortless dresses, woven accessories, everyday gold jewelry, and the sunscreens I keep reaching for all season long. A mix of comfy, coastal, polished, and practical pieces for summer days, travel, errands, and everything in between. #LTKStyle #SummerStyle #MatchingSets #SummerDresses #BeautyFavorites #SunscreenFavorites #CapsuleWardrobe #KindredHomestead

There’s something about tending to a garden that slows me down in the best way. 🌿

The quiet evening watering sessions.Checking on the hydrangeas like they’re family members.Walking through the garden first thing in the morning before the rest of the house wakes up.

None of it is particularly glamorous… but somehow it feels like the kind of life I always hoped for. 🤍

Maybe that’s the beauty of growing things.They teach you to slow down long enough to notice what’s already right in front of you. ☀️

If you love slow living, cozy homes, garden mornings, and romanticizing ordinary life… I think you’ll feel right at home here. 🌿🏡

-

#GardenLife
#SlowLivingHome
#CozyLifestyle
#RomanticizeYourLife
#CutFlowerGarden

My go to athletic shorts and tops that I have been buying on repeat lately! And you can get them both from Amazon!

#LTKfitnessgoals #LTKmorningroutine #LTKselfcare

There are so many things I hope my kids remember about their childhood…

That they were always greeted by the smell of dinner on the stove.

That a cup of tea could solve more than we thought.
That Friday movie night beat just about anything else.

That we sat around the table together — no phones, just conversation.
That there were backyard wiffle ball games and slow summer evenings.

That Saturday morning chores weren’t their favorite… but the feeling after was.
That Sunday mornings meant rushing out the door for church.

And that most nights ended with prayers, all cuddled up on someone’s bed.

Nothing extravagant. Nothing perfect.
Just a life that felt steady, safe, and full of love. 🤍

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#IntentionalMotherhood
#FamilyRhythms
#SlowLivingHome
#FaithFilledHome
#EverydayMagic

GRWM to find out the results of my stool test!! 😅

If you’ve been here the last couple months, you’ve probably heard me talk about the gut issues I’ve been dealing with for at least the last year… lower abdominal cramping, sharp pains, bloating, gas, overall discomfort, fatigue…the whole thing.

I finally got to the point where I realized, “Wait…this cannot be normal.” So at the beginning of this year, I started doing some research and scheduled an appointment with my doctor to run bloodwork.

After what felt like a million tests…thyroid, hormones, inflammation, connective tissue panels, etc…everything came back normal. My provider encouraged me to look at my diet. I told her I honestly wondered if it could be a parasitic infection in my gut, to which she rolled her eyes a little and said, “I think you’ve been watching too many TikToks.” 🤪

After that appointment, I started Whole30 to cut out high-inflammatory foods and hopefully calm some of the bloating and cramping. Around the same time, I also started seeing a holistic chiropractor who helped me start piecing together this maze of stomach pain and fatigue. Together, we came up with a plan to hopefully get some actual answers.

One of those steps was taking a stool test that looks at your gut microbiome…which is basically the little ecosystem of bacteria, yeast, and tiny critters living in your gut causing chaos or keeping the peace. 😅

Andddd…we finally got some answers.

Stay tuned for the next video where I’ll share what I learned today about the parasites living in my gut, why they can become problematic (even though a lot of us have them), and what the treatment plan moving forward looks like.

Shoutout to the best chiro @young_chiro 🫶🏼thank you for being so patient with me and working with me to find answers!
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#guthealthjourney #whole30life #holistichealth #wellnessjourney #microbiomehealth