Lily Stainback grew up and still lives in eastern North Carolina. She met her husband, Jay, on a blind date set up by his dad. They have four children: Nick, 15; Rachael, 12; Wil, 11; and Faith, 8. They have been home schooling their children for nine years. The Stainbacks enjoy playing games, cooking together, karaoke, animals, and anything at the beach.