Dallas Pumpkin Delivery Service: Building a Seasonal Business as a Working Mom

Being a working mom often feels like living two full lives at once with one defined by deadlines, responsibilities, and goals, and the other filled with bedtime stories, snack requests, and the constant, beautiful chaos of raising children. In 2025, I found myself stepping fully into both worlds in a way I never had before. It was our first official year launching our seasonal pumpkin delivery and design business, My Front Porch, and it quickly became one of the most challenging and rewarding chapters of my life.

As if starting a business wasn’t enough, I also found out I was pregnant with my third baby right as our season began. The timing felt almost comical. First trimester nausea, exhaustion, and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with early pregnancy could have easily slowed me down. But instead, it did the opposite. It pushed me. Every early morning and late night became a reminder of why I started this in the first place especially after bedtime, when the house finally quieted down and the real second shift began: reloading trailers full of pumpkin orders for the next day, editing social media posts, and doing whatever it took to keep the business moving forward. 

Rebecca with her husband Kyle, son Charlie, daughter Leah, and newest addition, baby William. Building My Front Porch while growing her family has been one of life's greatest adventures, inspiring her passion for creating beautiful seasonal front porch displays and welcoming outdoor spaces for families throughout the DFW community. Photo by Erica Grandin Photography.

I definitely wasn’t doing this alone. My partner-in-crime, Jen Carmichael and I leaned on each other constantly emotionally, mentally, and, let’s be honest, nutritionally. On the days when I felt completely drained (which, during the first trimester, was basically every day by 2 p.m.), she was there to lift me up… and occasionally steer us toward the nearest drive-thru. Between client installs, you could usually find us swinging through a fast food drive-thru or gas station like it was part of our official business operations. And yet, somehow, in between the snack runs, the laughter, and the “we’ve got this… right?” moments, we stayed completely committed to our clients and our vision. We weren’t just delivering pumpkins, we were building something meaningful. Something rooted in creativity, joy, community and probably a few too many gas station pit stops.

Honestly, those chaotic, hilarious in-between moments are what made it all so special. Because behind every perfectly styled porch was a lot of hard work, a lot of determination, and at least one emergency snack run to keep me going. What started as a seasonal business quickly turned into something much bigger as it became a true lesson in perseverance. I was raised by a working mom who ran her own business, so I’ve seen firsthand how powerful that example can be. It shaped the way I view hard work, ambition, and what it means to build something of your own. 

Now, I carry that same drive into my own life, wanting my kids to witness the journey up close. I want them to see what it looks like to chase a dream, to create something from the ground up, and to stay committed even when it’s hard. Because while there are sacrifices along the way, there’s also so much fulfillment in the process. There’s something really special about building a life that not only brings you joy, but also impacts and uplifts the people around you.

Of course, it hasn’t been without challenges. Balancing family life, pregnancy, and the demands of a growing business tested me in ways I didn’t expect. There were moments of doubt, moments of overwhelm, and moments where rest felt impossible. But there were also moments of pride by seeing our designs come to life, watching our client base grow, and realizing that we were actually doing it.

One of the greatest gifts of running a seasonal business is the balance it allows. During the busy months, I fully step into my role as an entrepreneur, pouring my energy into growing and sustaining the business. And when the season ends, I get to shift my focus back to my family in a more intentional way. It’s not perfect, but it’s a rhythm that works for us. My corporate background in project management played a huge role in bringing this dream to life. Planning, organizing, and executing under pressure became skills I relied on daily. But this business added something that corporate life never could, which is heart.

One of Rebecca's greatest joys is seeing her children become part of the My Front Porch journey. Daughter Leah lends a helping hand while decorating a front porch with pumpkins, helping create a beautiful fall display filled with seasonal charm and curb appeal.

At the end of the day, this journey is about more than pumpkins. It’s about building something my family can be proud of, creating memories with my kids and my business partner, and proving that with passion, support, and a lot of determination, it’s possible to build a life that blends both purpose and presence.