With Father’s Day coming up this weekend, I’ve been thinking a lot about the fathers who quietly show up.

Not always in flashy ways.
Not always in ways people immediately see.
But in the steady, practical, everyday ways that keep things moving and make people feel cared for.

And for me, that brings me right back to two important men in my life — my dad, Danny, and my husband Michael aka Babe.

I know Father’s Day can hold a lot of different emotions. For some, it is joyful and easy. For others, it can feel tender, especially if their dad is no longer here or if the relationship has been complicated. And I think there is room for all of that.

But no matter what this weekend holds, I do think it offers a good opportunity to remember, to honor, and to be grateful for the men who have shown up with love, faithfulness, and steady support in ways big and small.

This year, for me, that starts with Dad.

The Dad Behind So Many Orders

If you have ever purchased from us before, and there is a good chance many of you reading this have, then Dad and Babe has most likely had a hand in your order at some point.

Mom and Dad have their own warehouse rhythm, and it works.

Dad usually pulls the orders.
Mom packs and ships.

Babe does a little bit of everything.

And while that may sound simple on paper, anyone who has spent time in a warehouse knows that the list never really ends there.

Dad loads the UPS rack each day and gets the packages ready for pickup. He breaks down boxes constantly, which is why we jokingly call him our official box eliminator. He helps put items away in storage, unboxes pallets, gets products onto the shelves, places product stickers on items, reloads the bubble wrap, and handles a whole list of other little warehouse jobs that quietly keep everything moving.

And I know I’m still missing things.

That is usually how it goes with the people who help the most. They do so much that it becomes hard to name it all.

The Kind of Support You Don’t Always See

Like Mom, Dad is technically supposed to be retired.

But his support for this business is steady, generous, and unwavering.

He shows up.
He helps.
He does what needs to be done.
And he does it without needing a spotlight.

In fact, Dad does not like attention at all. He is very much a behind-the-scenes kind of guy, so I actually had to sneak the picture I’m sharing of him.

And honestly, that feels pretty fitting.

Because that is exactly how he serves — quietly, faithfully, and without ever needing credit for all the ways he helps keep things moving.

There is something really special about that kind of support.

In a small business, people often see the finished pieces, the website, the designs, the products, and the polished side of what you do. What they do not always see are the steady hands behind the scenes. The ones lifting, sorting, carrying, labeling, loading, and showing up day after day because they care.

That is Dad and Babe.

And the truth is, we could not do this without them.

The Father Who Is Always a Phone Call Away

And while I’m thinking about the fathers in my life, I also keep thinking about Babe.

He often has the tougher disciplinary role, and I think most moms know exactly what I mean by that. But underneath that, his love for our kids and grandchild is steady, generous, and deep in a way that warms my heart.

Even though our kids are grown now, they still know he is only a phone call away.

If they need help with a car,
financial advice,
someone to listen,
a practical opinion,
or even just a funny joke they want to share,
he is there.

He gives his time, his attention, his money when needed, and his ear without hesitation.

And I think that says so much.

Because one of the most powerful things a father can be is available.

Not perfect.
Not flashy.
Just steady.
Present.
Reliable.
There when it counts.

That kind of love leaves a mark.

Father’s Day Holds So Many Layers

I also know Father’s Day can be complicated.

For some, it is full of celebration and joy.
For others, it brings loss.
Or longing.
Or gratitude mixed with grief.
Or the ache of remembering someone who is no longer here.

And I think there is room for all of that.

Sometimes remembrance is joyful.
Sometimes it is tender.
Sometimes it looks like telling stories, laughing over old memories, and feeling both grateful and sad at the same time.

That is part of love too.

So wherever this weekend finds you, I hope there is room for the memories that matter and for the people who have shaped your life in meaningful ways.

A Few Father’s Day Finds

Since Father’s Day is just around the corner, I’m also sharing a few Amazon finds that could make thoughtful gifts if you’re still looking.

One of them is the One Minute with God for Men devotional. I shared the women’s version recently, and Babe picked up the men’s version a few weeks ago and has really been enjoying that quiet daily time.

I’ll also be sharing a few other simple Father’s Day finds that could make easy and meaningful gifts.

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Help Me Shop for Spring 2027

And while all of that is happening, we’re also heading to Dallas Market next week to start shopping for Spring 2027.

That part always feels a little wild to say out loud.

But it also gives me the chance to ask for your help.

I sent out a survey today, and your feedback really does help me as I make buying decisions for next season. If you haven’t filled it out yet, I’d love for you to take a minute and tell me what you love.

What florals do you always reach for?
What greenery do you wish I carried more of?
What colors, flower types, stems, or everyday basics would you love to see in the shop?

I always want to buy with real people in mind, and your input truly helps.

A Quick Website Update

Behind the scenes, we’re also working on revamping the website.

There will be a new look, better search features, and an overall smoother shopping experience coming your way soon. And while I’m excited about where it’s heading, I also know changes like that can come with a few quirks and growing pains along the way.

So if things feel a little messy here and there while we work through the kinks, just know we’re putting a lot of effort into making it better for you.

The Quiet Ways Love Shows Up

I think that is what this week keeps bringing me back to.

The quiet ways love shows up.

Sometimes love is loud and obvious.
And sometimes it looks like pulling orders, loading racks, breaking down boxes, answering the phone, offering advice, helping with a problem, listening to a story, or simply showing up again and again.

Sometimes it looks like support that does not ask for attention.
Sometimes it looks like helping carry the load.
Sometimes it looks like being the kind of father who keeps showing up.

And I think that counts for a lot.

This week, I’m especially grateful for that kind of love.
And especially grateful for Dad and Babe.