Haley McManigal
Hi there! I’m Haley, a middle-aged-momma to Lukas and Laney, and wife to Dan. I’ve lived in East Tennessee my whole life, and I couldn’t imagine being anywhere else. After moving all over Knox County and surrounding areas, my family has settled in Hardin Valley where we intend to stay at least until the kids graduate from high school. My son was born in 2017, changing my life forever, and my daughter completed our family in 2020. I work as an architect and project manager at a global design firm. I think it’s pretty cool that I get to meet with people from all over the world from my home office on a daily basis. I am happiest when I’m able to strike just the right balance between home and work life. But my family is my greatest treasure and my most fulfilling role in life so far is Mommy. My favorite things are reading, writing, cooking, exploring, and making things. I don’t have much free time these days but when I’m able to squeeze in a few of these activities it really pays off. I love being a part of Knoxville Moms and I cherish the opportunity to share this journey of motherhood here with you!
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...
Daily Notes To My Future Self
A few months ago, I purchased a wedding gift for my brother and his fiancé. It was a small, leatherbound book filled with blank pages. The purpose of this book was for them, as...