Behind Our Red Door

Sharing our family life and lessons learned as we raise 3 little kids in the Midwest.

Friday Five: 6.21.19

Our little family snuck in a last-minute trip to the lake last weekend and it was just the best. I love making plans, but sometimes it feels good to do something last minute. We caught a gorgeous sunset, ate Nutty Bars, snuck in naps, took out the boat, and got lots of family time in! It was so needed. Here's this week's 5: 1. Maybelline Super Stay 24 Color in Very Cranberry I wore this ... read more

What to Watch on Netflix + Amazon Prime Video

What kind of a TV/movie person are you? I’m the type that watches too much and loves to re-watch movies and TV shows that fill me up (constantly while I do other things). I get attached to characters and like to reference them in my regular life. 🤷🏻‍♀️ I love all of the magic that goes into these productions and today I’m sharing a million recommendations I have for the streaming services ... read more

Friday Five: 6.14.19

When I write these each week, I really do try to talk about things that happened or inspired me this week. Well, this week I got a terrible cold that spiraled into an aggressive migraine and just as I was getting better I tripped down 75% of our hardwood stairs...hard. I felt like an old lady because of these things, but I'm crediting my nanny girls for keeping me positive and happy as ever! Kids ... read more

Decor Idea I’m Loving: Framed Art + Library Shelves

I’ve always dreamt of having a little library in my home. There was a lady at church when I was little who had an in-home library and we went over to “check out” books from it once! I have never wanted to take it to that level, but I need a room with allllll the bookshelves someday to fill up with books of all kinds and outfit with a sliding ladder. 😍 What got me thinking about my library ... read more

13 Modern Floor Lamps Under $100

Happy Monday! We have been needing to replace our floor lamp in our bonus room (the blue one with my office and a TV/seating area in it) for some time. Since I need to find a replacement anyhow, I figured I’d share my top findings with you all. Plus, I thought you’d appreciate that they’re all under $100 (some WELL under it). Click the red text for more product information or to purchase if you ... read more