Welcome to Rooted in the Middle – Pull Up a Chair

Hey there, friend! You found us—two Midwestern sisters, navigating life with a little grace, a lot of coffee, and more than our fair share of chaos. We’re so glad you’re here.

We’re the voices behind Rooted in the Middle, a blog about life smack dab in the heart of the Midwest. That means we know a thing or two about unpredictable weather, the art of a well-timed casserole, and the importance of always waving to your neighbors (even if you don’t actually know their names).

Between us, we’ve got kids to raise, one with a career to manage, one with cancer to manage, and laundry that never seems to end. But what really ties us together—besides our shared childhood in a small town —is that we’ve walked through some pretty big life moments side by side. One of those moments? Facing ovarian cancer together. In this season filled with fear, faith and hope, and so much community love. But like everything else, we handle it the way we do best: together.

Now, before you start thinking this blog is all deep reflections and life lessons, don’t worry. We firmly believe in the power of humor, good food, and the daily coffee to get through whatever life throws our way. Some days we’ll be dishing out heartfelt wisdom, and other days, we’ll be debating the best way to remove permanent marker from a toddler’s forehead. (Spoiler: there is no easy way.) Or, sharing our latest podcast find.

So, welcome to our little corner of the internet. Consider this your invitation to pull up a chair, grab a cup of something warm, and stay awhile. Whether you’re here for the laughs, the encouragement, or just to feel a little less alone in the madness of it all, we’re so happy you’re with us.

Follow us on social, share your own stories, and let’s do this whole life thing together—one messy, beautiful, hilarious day at a time.

With love,

The Sisters of Rooted in the Middle  Dawnita & Billie Jo