erica danielle

I am in complete denial that an entire year has passed! Where did 2022 go?! We celebrated some big milestones, had a lot of fun, and enjoyed our family most. Here are some highlights and lessons learned from 2022.  So. Much. Swimming! Lesson learned: ALWAYS get in the water. You’ll never regret it. Your kids will love you for it and you’ll make way more memories from inside the water than up on the boat. This day was particularly special as we were all together with Uncle Dan and Aunt Pam. We swam, we ate, we boated and we didn’t want the day to end. Having mom and dad move permanently to the Lake has been the BEST.  Midcurrent MOVED! We raised the money, hired the people, decorated and paved the way for more people to get to know Jesus. Before the carpet was laid we wrote prayers on the floor and I am so excited to see what 2023 will bring for Midcurrent. Lesson learned: do the big thing! Give people a chance to show up and see what God can do! Family camp is ALWAYS a highlig...

Lucy is the nicest human to Sigge. She plays, she takes care and she can’t say no to him. I’ve been waiting for him to appreciate her his whole life and I think we are finally turning a corner.  Sibling bonds are important to me. I love my sister so much and can’t even imagine going through life without her. She gets me. The shared history is so comforting.  I want this for my 3 so much. I want them to feel like their siblings will always have their back no matter what. The differences between these 3 couldn’t be more stark- but that’s ok!   Hope this bond will tighten and grow over the years and they will continue to learn how to love each other despite their many differences.  xo. edc. 

How beautiful is this?? The trees are unreal right now. This snow before Christmas is so fun. And the weathers been perfect for playing outside bc it’s not too cold!!  It’s been nonstop snow for about 4 days. 2.5 snow days made for a long weekend and it was just what I needed. Some extra time with my kids and being able to get some last minute things done.  Going into Christmas week with a thankful heart.  xo edc. 

 My house is so messy I couldn’t even find a way to take this picture without showing the mess.  I didn’t sleep well last night and I’m pretty overwhelmed. Most of the time this is a place for the life highlights. All the good, all the pretty things— and I’m not being dishonest— our life is so so good.  I don’t know if it’s because I haven’t seen the sun in days, the days are almost the shortest they’ll be all year or if I just feel like there is no way I can get it all done, but I’m not the best.  When it was a 2 hour late start this morning I felt so thankful. Thankful I got to spend 2 extra hours with my kids. I think it was Gods way of reminding me what’s right in front of me.  So we made hot chocolate with homemade whip cream and ate Christmas cookies at 9:45am. It felt like the right thing to do.  Life still feels really overwhelming- but that felt like a good choice and I’m thankful for the chance to love my kids in this way.  Tomorrow will be a...

She’s so grown up! Our very own Santa Lucia. We love this tradition with our whole hearts.  Bringing light to our family since 2013. We love you Lucy!  xo. edc.   

Can’t believe we celebrated 14 years on Monday. It felt like a regular ol’ Monday that was made EXTREMELY special by a super generous gift card to Feller. We enjoyed Old Fashion’s, getting dressed up, and talking uninterrupted over dinner.  I’ve enjoyed all of our anniversaries over the years, but the simple-ness of this one felt extra special. We exchanged our handmade cards, sat on the same side of the booth and didn’t want the night to end.  I remember our premarital counselors telling us that we are going to need to remove the rose colored glasses…. And while I believe that we are both flawed humans who hurt each other, I also feel so thankful for a marriage that works. For 2 people who keep showing up, putting in the work, putting the other person first and protecting this relationship that is so special.  Here we are- entering into our 15th year of marriage. I can’t wait! xo. edc.    A throw back— a picture of a picture. 😂