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Had the best lazy morning with the kids and JP exp Had the best lazy morning with the kids and JP exploring Santa Barbara. And then got on the 405 heading towards LA, sat in stand still traffic and proceeded to yell at the kids as everyone melted down 🤦‍♀️ . Not my best parenting moment. But not one I feel guilty about either. . I share this because I want to remind you that what you see here in these squares, and in ALL of our squares, is only part of the story. It’s not real life. It’s the highlight reel. . We all have our struggles. We all have our ups and downs, and we ALL have moments we’re not proud of. But we’re all just doing our best. One day at a time. . So tomorrow, whatever it brings, ups or downs, be gentle on yourself. Be gentle on each other. And remember...we’re all just doing our best 💗. . Sending you all love and grace on this Thanksgiving Eve. May tomorrow our hearts be filled with abundance for all the ups and downs and this beautiful REAL life we’re all in 💗💗 . #presentoverperfect #perfectlyimperfect #youredoinggreat #begentlewithyourself #begentlewitheachother #begoodtoyou #bekindtoyourself #bekindtooneanother #abundancemindset
Happy Thanksgiving week, my friends. It’s crazy Happy Thanksgiving week, my friends. It’s crazy to think that Thanksgiving is just a few days away. What’s everyone doing this year? Anyone cooking a traditional thanksgiving dinner this year....maybe for the first time? . This year looks a little different for us, and for so many of us. . This year we’re not doing a traditional #thanksgivingdinner . In fact, we’re sort of playing the whole dinner by ear, and seeing what we can find at the grocery store the day before. And you know what....? I couldn’t be more excited. It sounds PERFECT, and exactly what we need this year. . I love traditions. Especially ones around food. But I also love the freedom that comes with saying...”not this year”. . knowing that the day will be just a special no matter what’s on the table. No matter who we’re with or where we’re at. The meaning of the day remains the same ❤️ . So friends, whatever Thanksgiving looks like for you this year, let’s all give ourselves permission to just enjoy it. To let go of the “shoulds” that come with traditions. To let go of any expectations of what we think the day should look like and just be happy....no matter how the day looks or how it goes. . Let’s give ourselves permission to be happy - and more importantly to see the abundance around us. To be grateful for what IS, instead of focusing on what we think “should” be ❤️. . Ok, and on a much lighter note, I made this sweet potato and lentil salad the other day from @nytcooking - and of course made a few adjustments 😉 - but it was super yummy. I’ll share the recipe in stories if you need some thanksgiving inspiration. . #lentilsalad #sweetpotatoes #vegansalad #thanksgivingdinner #fallsalad #thanksgivingsides #gratitudepractice #abundancemindset #fullheart #fullbellyfullheart
T E N 💗 . The other night when I was tucking th T E N 💗 . The other night when I was tucking this sweet girl in to bed I whispered to her how “I’m really going to miss nine year-old lillian. She was pretty amazing and I loved getting to know her. But I can not WAIT to get to meet 10 year-old Lill. I have a feeling she’s going to be pretty incredible too.” . It’s funny how each year on the kid’s birthday my first reaction is to say “wow, I can’t believe they’re ten” Or “where did the time go??” . But in reality, I know exactly where it went. It fly by in all the small, day to day, moments. The talks before bed after a hard day, the little feet in my tub (always) as I take a bath, the conversations in the car on our way to ballet or school or the grocery store. The (many) walks around the block or to the park. The laughs (or yells!) coming from basement as I try to make dinner. The quick hugs before running out the door to play. . I often hear people say that time with our kids goes by too fast. But maybe it goes by just right. . Each phase with our kids seems to get a little sweeter as the years go on. So while it’s bittersweet to see them grow up, I love watching them grow into their own. . JP and I often talk about this idea that the we use the language “our kids”, but they really aren’t “ours”. They belong only onto themselves. And our only job is to be witness to them discovering who they are. . How lucky are we to, God willing, have 18 years under our roof to watch it happen. . And to my sweet girl as you enter this next decade, thank you for letting us share in your wild ride. You are loved more than you know ❤️ . #thisonewildandpreciouslife #tothemoonandback #amotherslove #myheart❤️ #enjoytheride #enjoythejourney #createalifeyoulove #wildandbravelittles #wildandfreechildren #consciousparenting #positiveparenting #mindfulparenting #mymotherhood #mymotherhoodjourney
The real MVPs of our trip - hand sanitizer, JP’s The real MVPs of our trip - hand sanitizer, JP’s google map skills, and my new @abbyalley_thebrand essential crossbody bag. . I haven’t left the house once without this bag and it’s been a lifesaver on this trip. It’s so chic, effortless, and the perfect size👌 🖤. . Plus I LOVE everything @abbyalley_thebrand stands for. Each bag and piece of jewelry is thoughtfully, sustainably and ethically produced. Creating pieces that are not only beautiful and high quality, but also creating fair trade jobs for communities in East Africa. . I love supporting business that are not only CREATING good - but also out in the world DOING good. And I know all of you do too ❤️. You can use code “GRACEINTHECRUMBS” to get 20% your order of any @abbyalley_thebrand bag or piece of jewelry. . I love this essential crossbody bag, but equally love so many of her bracelets and necklaces. Plus right now she has some amazing gift bundles with some incredible savings. The perfect reason to #shopsmallbusinesses this holiday. You can find a link to shop all @abbyalley_thebrand in my bio and take advantage of this great 20% off savings. . Now I’m off to fill my bag with some snacks, masks, and crayons (mom life 😅🤦‍♀️) and take Frankie and Sloan out to explore the for day 😘. . #sustainablefashion #fairtradefashion #sustainablegifts #ethicallymadejewelry #ethicallymade #shopsmallthischristmas #shopsmallbusinesses #giftwithintention #handmadebag #ethicalfashion #slowfashionstyle #slowfashionmovement #luxurywithapurpose #qualityoverquantity .
Yesterday we left Newport Beach, and as we drove a Yesterday we left Newport Beach, and as we drove away from our little square of paradise, I totally started crying. It really took me by surprise. I was just so overwhelmed with emotions from the past two weeks, and didn’t want it to end. . The last few weeks have been filled with a flood of emotions....that I’ll share about more in a blog post soon (as soon as I can sneak away for more than a minute 😅), but I’ll just say that there’s not a day that’s gone by that I don’t recognize how lucky I am. . As sad as I was to leave Newport yesterday, I’m equally as excited to be in Del Mar, seeing some good friends and soaking up a new town. I shared a little peek at our @airbnb in stories too (and by “little”, I mean the longest episodes of cribs ever 😅. Me and concise don’t mix). . Ok, off to pack lunches for the beach. More to come this week. Happy Sunday, sweet friends, thanks for coming along on this journey with us. ❤️🌊☀️ . #kidswhotravel #getoutandexplore #gooutsideandplay #gooutsideandexplore #seetheworldwithme #travelingwithkids #traveltheus #westcoastbestcoast #westcoastadventures #adventurewithkids #creatememories #createalifeyoulove #liveyouradventure #roadtripwithkids #createalifeyoulove #dreambigger #enjoytheride #newportbeach
I think we’ve legitimately had tacos every night I think we’ve legitimately had tacos every night since arriving in California, and I’m not mad about it. . It’s been especially fun seeing the kids get so excited about fish tacos and appreciating the fresh local seafood 🐟. There’s a little fish stand right down the street from us on the pier where the fisherman come every day and sell their catch. It’s pretty wild and one of our favorites spots to check out on our daily walks. Definitely not something we see back in Chicago. . And although I don’t typically eat seafood - I have such an appreciation for seafood that’s sustainably line caught and seeing people take such pride in their work and respect for the 🐟🌎. It’s what got me into cooking. . Between all the fresh seafood, the gorgeous local produce I’ve been finding, and this beautiful brilliant sun - I’ve definitely been inspired to get back in the kitchen and think about incorporating some of this into my daily cooking. I hope I remember to take a piece of California cuisine back home with me ☀️ . What about you?! What’s inspiring you in the kitchen these days? What flavors are you loving? . #tacosarelife #californiacuisine #veggietacos #sweetpotatoes #tacos🌮 #eatgoodfeelgood #eatrealfoods #eatlocalgrown #eatwellbewell #eatwelllivewell #sustainablecooking #sustainablefood #begoodtotheearth #begoodtoyourbody
I just finished reheating my coffee for the 100th I just finished reheating my coffee for the 100th time this am (gotta love mom life 😅) and am about to head to the grocery store with this little one. I need to fill our fridge with some good healthy food for the week. . It’s been a little harder than I expected to keep up with some of my healthy habits while we’ve been traveling and I can really feel it. So I’m trying to get back on track this week. Nothing major, just making some small mindful choices to make sure I’m taking care of myself so I’m feeling my best. . This week I’m committing to.... - getting my morning meditation in every day before the kids get up - making sure I take all my supplements/vitamins before running out the door for the day - drinking more water - taking time to make at least 3 healthy lunches/dinners for my crew this week - lowering my expectations and slowing down on trying to “see it all” on our trip . What about you? What are you doing this week to make sure you’re feeling well and good?! . #takecareofyou #begoodtoyourself #begoodtoyourbody #mindfulnesspractice #mindfulliving #dailyhabits #thesmallthings #thesmallthingsarethebigthings #healthyhabitspayoff #healthylivingtips #wellnesslifestyle #wellandgood #eatgoodfeelgood #makehealthychoices #takecareofyou #begoodtoyou
A day we’ll never forget. . I’m trying my hard A day we’ll never forget. . I’m trying my hardest to not turn this page into a travel blog - but not sure I’m succeeding. I promise I’ll get back to regular content soon - but for now I’m just soaking up these days. . #exhaustedbuthappy #wedidit #madeittothetop #kidswhohike #hikingwithkids #getoutsideandexplore #goexplorewander #allwhowanderarenotlost #nationalparksusa #archesnationalpark #hikeutah #kidswhoexplore #kidswhohike #travelingwithkids #getoutanddrive #adventureawaits
I’m Katy, and this is my life


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