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A few months ago I shared with all of you that I w A few months ago I shared with all of you that I wasn’t feeling quite like myself. In a little bit of a “funk” if you will. I think just the heaviness of everything in our world was taking a toll on me. . And to my surprise - so many of you sweetly wrote that you were feeling the same. I think If I were to guess, it would be safe to say that over the past six months, we’ve ALL struggled a little bit in our own way. . And while I certainly don’t have all the answers to finding true happiness during this crazy time - I can share a few things that have helped shift my mood. Things that have helped me to find a little more JOY. And a little more peace. . Today on the blog I’m sharing 5 things that have helped me shift my mood. Hopefully it helps just a little for anyone who may need it today. . Sending you all a little extra love and grace and hugs today. Xoxo 💗 . You can find the link for the full blog post in my bio. . #choosehappy #joyfulliving #livingjoyfully #choosehappiness #mindfulnesspractice #intentionalliving #createalifeyoulove #createalifeworthliving #mentalhealthwarrior #begoodtoyou #begoodtoyourself #takecareofyou #takecareofeachother ##takecareofyourself #anxietysupport #wellnessjourney #livingwell #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #itsokaynottobeokay #itsokaytonotbeokay #giveyourselfgrace #giveyourselfabreak #findingjoy #findingpeace .
I just hit publish on a new blog post sharing my t I just hit publish on a new blog post sharing my thoughts on the coming school year. I was a little nervous at first to touch this topic, because I know it’s something so many of us are struggling with right now - for so many different personal reasons. . And while JP and I are still making the final choice about what this year will look like for our kids, I know one thing for sure. Whatever we choose, and however we handle it - we have to remember that we have lots of little eyes and ears watching and listening to us right now. . They’re looking to us to see how they should feel. How they should act. How they should respond to this new norm. . It’s up to us now to set the tone for this next chapter. To model compassion and empathy and grace towards our neighbors, our communities, our teachers, schools and ourselves. . To all of you moms and dads and educators and students out there right now - I am sending you so much love and grace as you maneuver this next chapter. No matter what any of you decide - I support you 100% and am sending so much love 💗 . You can find the link to the full blog post in my bio. . Would love to hear your thoughts - and how you’re feeling about this upcoming school year. If you could have one wish for the school year - for you or your kiddos - what would it be......💗 . #intentionalparenting #positiveparenting #mindfulparenting #leadingwithlove #showcompassion #bethechangeyouwanttosee #teachthemyoung #parentinglife #kindnessmatters #teachersmatter
💗💗 pure joy 💗💗 . This past week was ev 💗💗 pure joy 💗💗 . This past week was everything our little family needed. Time away with the people we love. Good food. Lazy mornings. Big belly laughs. Boat rides with pajamas and ice cream. Movies in the middle of the day. And lots and lots of sunscreen, chips and wet bathing suits laying on the floor ☺️ . A little less worrying about the outside world - and a little more loving the people who ARE my world 💗. . #vacationvibes #lakeerie #lakeerielove #soakingitup #thisisit #familyvacation #timeaway #makingmemoriestogether #slowdowntime #goingtoofast #thesearethedays #thelittlethingsinlife #simpleliving #savorthemoment #myhappylife #myhappymoments #seethebeauty #seethegood #findjoy #createhappiness #chooselove #choosejoy #choosehappiness #loveyourpeople #loveyourtribe
Challenge graciously accepted 🖤. Women supporti Challenge graciously accepted 🖤. Women supporting women will always be in style 💗🖤💗. Thank you for the nomination @blg @abbyalley_thebrand @marketandmodish @hostusmostus22 @hapiart @lindseysimcik @bunontherunbeauty @braverygardener
Four months ago, I came home from @altsummit in Pa Four months ago, I came home from @altsummit in Palm Springs determined and excited about starting work on what I had hoped would turn into my first cookbook. . Four months, and a pandemic later, I still don’t have one new recipe shot or page written. And you know what....it’s ok 💗. In fact it’s more than ok. . Plans are allowed to change. Priorities can shift. What once felt so “important” just a few months ago, is allowed to feel a little less so now. . And instead of fighting it, I’m going with the flow. Knowing that this season shall pass too. Focusing on new priorities. New goals. New plans. . Today’s priorities. . Being happy ❤️ . Enjoying time with my kids ❤️ . Being present ❤️ . Savoring this season before it’s gone ❤️ . For anyone who needs the reminder today - it’s ok for your plans to change. It’s ok for your priorities to shift. It’s not a sign of failure, but a sign of growth. Be gentle on yourself. It’s all ok. I promise. 💗 . 📷 @mollyandcophoto #seethegood #seethebeauty #createalifeyoulove #livewithintention #mindfulliving #graceandgratitude #begoodtoyou #begoodtoyourself #begentlewithyourself #seasonofchange #joyfulliving #joyinthejourney #livelifehappy #findjoy #findjoyinthejourney #littlethingsinlife #createandcultivate #findhappiness #choosejoy #altsummit
You guys already knew that I’ve been on a major You guys already knew that I’ve been on a major sourdough bread kick lately - but now my newest obsession is grilled sourdough pizza. I can’t stop. It’s crazy good. . Two key things when playing around with grilled pizza. One, the dough. And two, you have to use a baking steel. If you don’t already have one, order it today (@food52 has a great baking steel - ps...works amazing in the oven too). It makes such a difference with creating the perfect crust 👌 . And when it comes to the dough...there are so many great recipes out there. I’ve tried almost all of them (not exaggerating 😅🤦‍♀️), but one of my favorites is the sourdough pizza dough recipe from @kingarthurflour . It’s really easy and makes a crazy good pizza. . I included all my tips for the perfect grilled pizza in today’s blog post along with the recipe for this sourdough grilled pizza with roasted corn and jalapeño. You can thank me later....but for now go and order yourself a baking steel. . You can find the link for the recipe and full blog post in my bio 👆. . #sourdoughdiscard #sourdoughpizza #sourdoughstarter #sourdoughbaking #kingarthurflour #food52grams #pizzadough #grilledpizza #summerrecipes #pizzanight #homemadepizza #bakingsteel #foodphotography #veggiepizza #inthekitchen #onthetableproject #gatherandfeast #familydinners #grillingseason #shareyourtable #grilledcorn #eatlocal #cookwithlove #homemadecooking #chicagofoodbloggers
A few of my favorite things.... ❤️ Saturday m A few of my favorite things.... ❤️ Saturday mornings at the @greencitymarket strolling with two of my favorite side kicks ❤️ cutting fresh blooms from our yard to fill our home with beautiful flowers ❤️ the smell of bread baking in our oven ❤️ and the perfect pair of mom shorts (that aren’t too tight because I sized up from all that bread - and I don’t care 😅👊). . Chicago area friends - the @greencitymarket is every Wednesday and Saturday morning and was so well organized and safely run. Definitely worth a trip for some gorgeous local produce. . And my favorite new jean shorts are linked in the @liketoknow.it app. I’m not much of a “shorts” girl - but I’m obsessed with how these fit. Loose in the the thighs, high waisted, and super soft 👌 . #saturdaymood #myfavoritethings #momjeans #momuniform #thelittlethingsinlife #goodlist #thingsthatmakemehappy #littlewins #theseareafewofmyfavoritethings
My one job as a mama, my one goal with all of this My one job as a mama, my one goal with all of this parenting stuff, is to help guide four little people into becoming four adults who go out into this world and do good ❤️. To help raise four adults who will leave this world a little better, kinder, gentler, then when they found it. . My job as their mom is not to shelter them from heartache or pain, or the realities of our world. But instead, to use those opportunities for them to learn compassion. To learn empathy. To learn how to use your voice for good. . Over the past few months, JP and I have been having a lot of important conversations with our kids, in hopes that the discussion and learning continues - for all of us. . And one of the ways we’ve been navigating some of those tougher conversations is through books. Letting the pages lead our dialogue...and it’s prompted some pretty great discussions. You can swipe left to find a few of my favorites (for kids of all ages). . What about all of you? How are you managing some of these harder conversations with your kids? . #teachthemyoung #betheexample #showthem #leadbyexample #leadwithlove #bethechangeyouwanttosee #bethegood #consciousparenting #consciouskids #teachkindness #mindfulparenting #positiveparenting #kidsbookshelf #booksforkids #sociallyconscious #fightforwhatsright
I’m Katy, and this is my life


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