Because Life Happens After Coffee
October is ADHD Awareness Month, and for me and one of my boys, that means a little more than a hashtag or awareness ribbon. ADHD is our everyday reality. It never ends. Our brains just don’t shut off, not at night, not during the day, they run 24/7. Living With ADHD as an Adult I…
Coffee Shop Review: Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii – Nashville, TN.Location: 1608 21st Ave S Nashville, TN.Visited on: 09/25/25Socials: Instagram | Facebook | Website First Impressions After my husband’s appointment at the VA hospital, we almost grabbed coffee inside but decided to see what was nearby. Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii was less than half…
Coffee & Bookstore Review: The Story Book Cottage – Greenbrier, Tennessee.Location: 2443 US-41 Greenbrier, TN 37073Visited on: 08/23/25 and 09/27/25Socials: Instagram | Facebook | Website First Impressions Story Book Cottage is a charming little bookstore tucked away in Greenbrier. While I’m not much of a book reader myself, my mother-in-law is, and she fell in…
A&J’s Pick-Me-Up-Truck – Ridgetop, Tennessee.Location: Smoke on the Ridge BBQ Contest, Ridgetop, TNVisited on: 09/27/25Socials: Instagram | Facebook | Website First Impressions I arrived at Smoke on the Ridge around 10:15–10:30 AM needing a serious coffee boost. Among the food trucks and vendors, only one coffee option stood out which was A&J’s Pick-Me-Up-Truck. They immediately…
Some days, life feels like one long checklist. Get the kids ready, pack lunches, pay bills, fold laundry, answer messages/phone calls, repeat. It is not a bad place to be, but it often feels like I am just getting through the days instead of truly living them. I know my anxiety and depression play a…
This season of life has me realizing that sometimes our roles as parents and children shift in unexpected ways. The other morning, I found myself in tears for the second time that day and it was only noon. I felt completely overwhelmed. My son, who struggles with ADHD and ODD, had a rough start to…
Coffee Shop Review: Stompin’ Grounds Coffee HouseLocation: 357 E Main St. Hendersonville, TN 37075Visited on: 09/19/25Socials: Instagram | Facebook | Website First Impressions Stompin’ Grounds Coffee House has a charming antiquey style with rustic touches that immediately stood out. Inside, the coffee shop offers several different rooms, each with its own personality and seating options,…
This past weekend we kicked off fall with a trip to the White House Pumpkin Patch on opening day. While I usually review coffee shops, we did grab coffee here (so it counts, right?). It turned out to be such a fun, family-friendly outing that I couldn’t resist sharing. White House Pumpkin Patch is located…
Coffee Shop Review: East Park Donuts & Coffee – Nashville, TN Location: 700 Main St, Nashville, TN 37206Visited on: 09/14/25Socials: Instagram | Facebook | Website A Morning Coffee Stop Before Thrifting Yesterday, after dropping my husband off at the stadium for a football game, I took my mother-in-law and kids to check out a nearby…
There is nothing better than winding down at night with a good show after the kids are asleep. For us, it has become a ritual. It’s a way to relax, reconnect, and sometimes even get hooked on a storyline that keeps us saying just one more episode. Over the years, we have made our way…
There’s NOTHING like the thrill of a great thrift find! I love when it’s something my family will actually use and love. We’ve been making the rounds at our favorite local Goodwill’s and thrift stores the past few months, and I wanted to share some of our favorable gems. Men’s Dress Shoes (New Condition) One…
Coffee Shop Review: Daily Grind Coffeehouse– Nashville, Tennessee. Location: 3844 Dickerson Pike Nashville, TN 37207Visited on: 08/31/25Socials: Instagram | Facebook | Website First Impressions Daily Grind in Nashville is a coffee shop with a cool, welcoming vibe. Right away I noticed the huge mural on the side of the building, and an American flag &…