Francesca
In March 2011 my life changed in the most dramatic and wonderful way possible: I became a mom to my vivacious, inquisitive, sweet, fun-loving, exuberant little man. A week after my son’s birth, my husband received a job offer we could not refuse from the University of Tennessee. And so, in July 2011, we said goodbye to the life we’d created in the coastal paradise of Santa Barbara, California, and began carving out a new bit of paradise for ourselves in Knoxville. In March 2013, just over two years after the birth of our son, we welcomed our beautiful and equally amazing daughter. Together with my loving and supportive husband, my children have taught me to slow down and enjoy the moments life gives us. It is with them and thanks to them, that I feel truly happy and at peace.
KMB’s First Birthday Bash {Recap with Photos}
In early November, KMB celebrated its first birthday with a lovely night filled with the lively company of local moms, delicious wine and luxurious pampering! The fun and relaxation began at Corks Wine & Spirits, and...
Thanksgiving Gratitude
At its core, Thanksgiving is as much about giving thanks, as it is about being aware of the beauty life offers, even when it's not beautiful. In spite of the challenges life sometimes presents,...
Brightening the Holidays: Knoxville’s Charitable Organizations
The holidays can be filled with bright and merry moments for those fortunate enough to be surrounded by family, health, and love. But for many of our neighbors, it can be a dark and...
10 Non-Candy Treats for Your Trick-or-Treaters & Join the Teal Pumpkin Project
Did you know that researchers estimate that up to 15 million Americans have food allergies? That means that roughly 1 out of the 13 children who will knock on your door this Halloween is...
Investing in Your Children’s Future {MNO Recap}
In September, KMB hosted a Mom’s Night Out at the Rothchild Catering and Conference Center. It was a lovely evening with a scrumptious dinner catered by Rothchild, and lively conversation with all the ladies....
8 Hours. 9 Months. 2 Years. A Lifetime.
My little man starts his second year of preschool tomorrow. I can hardly believe it. This summer has flown by; the fall leaves will soon start to color our yard, and before I know...
Love is Infinite: Giving My Baby a Sibling
Now that I am nearly 17 months into being a mom of two, I often find myself reflecting on how life has changed for my first-born since our second bundle of love, his sibling,...