I don’t even know how to begin this blog post so I’m just going to get straight to the point. I am moving to a new home. Chris and I are separating and I can’t afford to keep our current home, so I will be renting a townhome nearby for the time being. Without going into too much detail as I do want to respect Chris’ privacy as well as my children’s, we’ve been separated for quite some time but co-habitating, and then we chose to stay quarantined with each other over the past year to make things easier on ourselves and our boys. Now it’s time to start a new chapter, and while I’m usually very private about my personal relationship status/situation, I feel the need to be open about this since 1) I’m really bad at pretending things are fine when they are not, and 2) you’re obviously going to notice the changes whether I say anything or not. I’m moving, and considering my content is centered around my home, it’s unavoidable that people will see what’s happening.
As for my marriage, I have nothing but respect for Chris and have nothing bad to say (not that I would say it here even if I did), but he is a wonderful man and father and I wish him nothing but happiness. Our priority will always be our boys, and co-parenting them in the best way possible.
I appreciate you respecting our privacy on this matter, and I will be sharing my move soon as well as creating plenty of content at the new house in the months to come. Stay tuned! And thank you all for your continued support over the years. It means everything to me, truly.
You can check out my vlog and tour of my new house here:
I am so sorry that you and Chris are separating but I’m happy that it sounds like you still get along so that this will be as easy on your kids as possible. I’m looking forward to seeing more of your townhouse. Sending you a big hug!
Thank you, Paula!
I don’t often comment (sorry!) but I have loved and subscribed to your blog for years. I’ve always enjoyed your creative and beautiful posts, and my older son (6) shares the same first name with your youngest. 🙂
Anyway, I’m sorry you’re walking through this, and this is also my story now too. (My stbx and I separated a few months ago and I bought a townhome for my boys and me last month.) Peace be with you and your family as you navigate this (it’s hard, even when it’s amicable). I look forward to seeing how you transform your new home as I seek inspiration to do the same. Blessings to you.
Thank you so much for your nice message. I really appreciate it! And best wishes to you as you go through this as well.
Good for you to be honest about your life. Nothing to be ashamed of. Peace to you all.
Thank you!
I’m so sorry. This hurts my heart. My parents were married for 27 years before they decided they were done with each other and in the 23 years since, they’ve only interacted once at my wedding in 2001 & then only because I insisted on a photo of the 3 of us. I’m praying you and Chris rock co-parenting. I’ve known quite a few couples who became better friends after a divorce than they ever were before or during marriage.
Your posts and videos are amazing and you’re one of the few makers my wife will actually sit and watch without questioning my life choices.
Thanks for being real.
Brice Reddell
Thank you! I appreciate that.