Haley McManigal
Hi there, I’m Haley, a middle-aged-momma to Lukas, Laney, and wife to Dan. We live in northeast Knoxville with our boston terrier Ali and cat Maxi. I was born and raised in east Tennessee and I love Knoxville and the Smoky Mountains so much, I can’t imagine living anywhere else! I am happiest when I’m reading, writing, exploring, and making things. When I’m not here, you’ll find me sharing my thoughts about creativity and facing fear on my blog.
Spooky Halloween Cupcakes
Listen up, Mamas! We have ONE week 'til Halloween. It's time to get your act together, and start making treats for all these parties and events on your calendar. Oh, and if you're like...
Time, Slow Down!
I believe that the one thing all parents have in common -- one struggle all parents share -- is coming to terms with the passage of time.
When we become parents, the passage of time...
Off To Kindergarten!
Like many other moms this time of year, I am a bundle of nerves as my sweet precious baby prepares to go to kindergarten. I love all of the firsts that I’ve gotten to experience...
The Gift Of Attention :: How I Deepened My Connection With My Husband And...
My husband admitted to me recently that I was not being attentive enough to him and his needs. I love my husband dearly -- he’s the most important person in my life -- so...
Fresh Strawberry Recipes
One of my favorite things to do this time of year is pick fresh strawberries. I love everything about it: going to the strawberry field in my old clothes and mud boots, searching the...
Make A Wish
My kids and I were playing outside recently. It was early spring, before the first lawn trimming of the year, and there were dandelions popping up everywhere. Lukas plucked one from the ground and held...
Easy St. Patrick’s Day Cupcakes
I've been in a baking dry spell for several months, so I decided to make some sweet St. Patrick's Day cupcakes. This was just as good an excuse as any, and it was something...