Moving from New York City to North Carolina is like moving to a completely different planet. Shelby, her husband, and their toddler Brooks made that move. She has chronicled the family’s adventure on social media and her blog at Pretty in the Pines. Shelby concentrates on the house, writing about interior design choices, patterns, and favorite products, but there is a better reason for the move. She encapsulated that in one compilation video of what her toddler does every Thursday when Grandpa comes to visit.
The family made the move and lifestyle change to be closer to family. The new house allows Shelby’s dad to watch Brooks frequently. The toddler has formed a special bond with his Grandpa, which is evident whenever he visits.
Brooks calls his Grandpa “Bops,” and every Thursday is “Bop Day.” When Grandpa arrives, the happy toddler runs, bounces, and jumps to the front door, greeting him with a loud and unfiltered “Hi, Bop!” The special day has become a time-honored tradition, and Shelby is busy storing these wonderful memories. Brooks is full of bouncy toddler love whenever Grandpa arrives.
Shelby rejoices over the small things like having a laundry room and a large yard for the dog. However, the proximity to family is one of the most celebrated advantages of the move.
Not only does toddler Brooks get Grandpa time, but the entire family has a more relaxed lifestyle. Shelby has completely renovated the house. You can follow her journey on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Her blog discusses her furniture and style choices, including her favorite product choices. My grandmother had the same buffet Shelby selected for her foyer, which stirred up some fond memories for me.
@prettyinthepinesforever my favorite part about our move ❤️ treasuring these days.