So here’s the truth: I had a whole plan for this week’s blog. A very organized, bullet-pointed, strategic plan. But then… this week happened.
You know the kind—where your to-do list stares at you while you stare at your snack drawer.
Instead of pushing through and pretending to be profound, I took my own advice—what I tell my boys when they’re overwhelmed: start with the happy stuff.
So here’s what’s bringing me joy right now:
🥣 Cottage cheese.
Yes, really. It’s basically my favorite superfood. High in protein. Super versatile. You can blend it into dips, add it to bowls, spread it on toast. It’s the easiest way I feel like I’ve made a good choice… even when everything else feels a little hectic.
☀️ Watching my boys soak up summer.
Even though our schedule looks like a game of calendar Tetris, I love seeing them light up as they try new things. Harrison just finished a week of tennis camp and loved it. There’s just something about watching your kids discover their “thing,” you know?
📦 Little Amazon hacks that make life smoother.
Yes, I run a small business. And yes, I still love a good Prime find (both can be true). I’m all about anything that makes the everyday monotony feel a little easier—or more exciting. My travel fan? Non-negotiable. Kitchen drawer organizers? Life-giving.
People ask me for links all the time, so I finally made a page with my favorites if you want a peek. No pressure—just sharing the love, because I am not about gatekeeping.
🎥 Filming content with the Green Roost crew.
They say they don’t want to be on camera… until we start laughing. Then it’s all fun and games. (Peep Addi’s latest reel if you want a giggle. It’s peak “shop girl summer,” and we’re kind of obsessed.)
💐 Little surprises.
This week, a sweet customer brought me a tiny bouquet of flowers—and it completely made my day. Isn’t it wild how something so simple can bring so much joy? Those little moments—the unexpected kindnesses, the thoughtful gestures—have a way of sticking with you in the best way.
So if you’ve had one of those weeks, I hope this post feels like a little breath of fresh air. Or at the very least, a reminder that it’s okay to hit pause, take stock, and name the things that are actually working.
We don’t have to have it all figured out to find the joy in the middle.
