434: Nine Favorite Things.

From Austin straight to Miami… and somehow, life looks completely different than it did just a couple of months ago.

After Italy, I headed to Austin, where I spent the past month working nonstop on a project I’m so excited to share (more on that soon!). The plan after that was simple—just one week in Miami over Easter with my family.

But as it turns out, one week has turned into something much longer.

We’ve decided to stay in Miami for the spring and summer. We rented a home with a separate guest house—the house for the family, and the guest house for me—and we’re settling into this new, very unexpected chapter.

I truly never would have predicted this, even a month ago. But when I thought about heading back to the cold mountain town for spring and summer, I realized I needed something different. A change of environment, a little more warmth, a reset of sorts.

It also happens to be perfect timing, since our home in Colorado is currently a full construction zone while we renovate. I needed somewhere else to land anyway… so why not somewhere sunny?

So, surprise—Miami Beach for now, and then a good amount of travel this fall.

It’s exciting, but also overwhelming, chaotic, and if I’m being honest, a little scary too.

I’ve lived with anxiety for as long as I can remember. As a kid, it showed up around school and being away from my mom. Over the years, it’s just been something I’ve learned to manage. I’ve found tools that help, but it’s still something I work through daily. If you know, you know—it doesn’t just disappear.

So with all this unpredictability, it’s definitely been a challenge. But I also know I wasn’t feeling my best at home in the cold, and this change—while hard—is something I needed.

Because everything has been so last-minute, getting settled hasn’t been easy. We’re building out the kitchen from scratch so I can keep creating recipes, but it’s taking time. And honestly, that’s been the hardest part.

For the last 13+ years, what my mom and I have been building has meant showing up consistently, sharing recipes daily, and connecting with all of you. And lately, that’s looked a little different. It’s something I’ve stressed over more than I can explain, and I truly want to say thank you for your patience and kindness.

We do have recipes coming, and we’re getting there. It just might take a couple of weeks to find our rhythm again.

This season has been a lot—finishing up a big two-year project while navigating all of this change—but I’m doing my best to lean into it. To trust that growth comes from the uncomfortable moments, even when they feel messy.

Change is hard, but it also opens the door to something new, something better, something more aligned.

And right now, that’s what I’m choosing to focus on.

I’m really excited to share more from this time in Miami, along with everything that’s ahead this year. It means a lot to be able to show up here and share honestly with you—it truly does feel like catching up with friends.

I hope wherever you are, you have something you’re excited about too—something that challenges you, pushes you, and brings you joy.

Now onto a few favorites for the week. Happy Sunday!

1. Things I’m Loving.

wanting…Staud’s First-Ever Home Collection Is Crafty and Cool. I’d love to order this GLASS LEATHER BOTTLE VASE GOLDENROD.

everything in my cart (low)…I’m into white jeans for spring and summer, plus they’re great for Miami. Adding these Mid-Rise Baggy Jeans to my order. Miami is also the place for light spring dresses. I love this Printed Halter Dress, Asymmetric Hem Halter Mini Dress, and Embroidered Strap Mini Dress. You can style these for day or night, so they feel very versatile.

Reformation…pairing this Mellen Polo Knit Top with jeans and flip flops.

listening to…David Grutman: The Career Advice Everyone Gets Wrong (#1 Key to Opening Doors That Lead to Success) – On Purpose with Jay Shetty.

reading…Meryl Streep and Anna Wintour on Power, Fashion, and Acting the Part.

home shopping…I’ve been furniture shopping. Love some of the pieces in this Emma Chamberlain x West Elm collab!

dreaming of…this Michigan Lake Cabin. Maybe someday I’ll live back in the Midwest and spend summers with my family on the lake in sunshine.

loving…the kitchen within this cute A Notting Hill flat with joyful, refined interiors by Natasha Quick.

shopping…the Totem Modern outdoor wood-burning chiminea for summer nights.

travel…Vogue Vacations: 6 Days in Lisbon With Elly Leavitt.

dreaming of going to Greece…and staying at Casa Brera. The Stylish Hot Spot Beloved by fashion people.

a travel guide…The Ultimate Guide to Napa Valley, California Wine Country’s Crown Jewel.

for the Kitchen… curious about this Palmpress French press. Sounds great!

wanting…The Chelsea Sofa from Maiden Home. But then found this Curvo Rose Velvet Sofa by Goop from CB2 for half the price – so pretty!

everything in my cart (beauty)…I am a sucker for good marketing, good design, and a great product. I ordered the new Rhode x The Biebers peptide eye prep in Banana and the peptide lip treatment in Caramelized Banana. I’m really curious about this banana scent and color. I’ll share more soon, but my guess is, I’ll love it!

I am curious to try this La Bonne Brosse The Shampoo. I have their hair brush and adore how effortlessly it glides through my thin hair strands.

A new AMOUAGE Guidance Body Lotion to test!

watching… Inside Kendall Jenner’s Home Closet. I watched the entire video (at 3x speed) and honestly hoped it would get more interesting, but I still enjoyed it!

watching…Here’s What Happens When Anna Wintour and Miranda Priestly Share an Elevator. This was cute!

wearing…this On Track Fleece-Lined Pullover for cooler Miami days.

everything in my cart (high)…a really pretty black dress from ALFIE. Fun Chanel slingbacks, and a summery vintage Miu Miu Raffia Shoulder Bag.

following…chesse_cheese for every single detail I could ever want on GOOD cheese. Plus shopping their cheese warehouse in Brooklyn.

shopping…the new Kelly Wearstler x H&M Home Collab. It’s not widely available until September 3, 2026, but it sure looks pretty – and affordable!

2. In Case You Missed Them: Popular Recipe Roundups.

Easy Spring Brunch Recipes to Make This Weekend

30 Recipes to Cook in April 2026

30 Delicious High-Protein, High-Fiber Dinners

35 Popular Spring Recipes Everyone Is Loving

30 Spring Dessert Recipes to Make Right Now

30 Easy Spring Salads That Aren’t Boring

3. New Things for a Spring Home.

4. Small things I just love that make me smile.

Love this cute post over on Cup of Joe. Here are a few things I just love. What things do you love most on an average Tuesday?

Stuff I Just Love 

Fresh flowers blooming on the trees outside, and a pretty bouquet on the counter

New and old candles burning during the midnight hours when it’s most quiet.

Sending small gifts at random every so often to friends who need to smile.

Reading Inspiring quotes.

A great podcast.

A late afternoon walk with someone I love.

New notebooks – I’ve been splurging on Smythson notebooks.

5. Photos.

the final photos from Austin

go to The Proper Spa and request a lymphatic massage

dinner at Jeffrey’s with Friends for my last night in Austin

6. Inspiring Me.

Start With Yourself: A New Vision for Work & Life by Emma Grede

7. Favorite Links

The Best Gourmet Groceries of 2026.

Discovering What’s Alive for You Right Now

13 Readers Share Their Favorite Walking Paths

A Milk Chocolate Taste Test

3 Surprising Tips From Parents of Large Families

My 10 Favorite Things From Trader Joe’s Right Now

I Run a Sauna Company—Here Are 5 of the Most Stylish Ones I’ve Seen

19 Foods With More Protein Than Eggs

A Celebration of Sugar Eggs and Other Nostalgic Easter Sweets

15 Foods That Naturally Lower Cortisol Levels

Skip the Tired Tourist Sites for These 21 Hidden Gems in Greece

Smaller Portions, Protein Everything: GLP-1s Are Changing Restaurant Menus

Looking for a Natural Solution to Cope With Everyday Stress? Try Adaptogens

Addressed: Help! I’m Trying to Organize My Closet Myself

The 11 Best Hotels in Napa Valley for a Wine Country Escape

7 Spices That Help Reduce Inflammation

9 New York City Restaurant Openings That Live Up to the Hype

20 Hacks That Will Save You Money on Home Expenses

United To Launch Lie-Flat Economy Seats With New ‘Relax Row’ In 2027

How to Romanticize Your Spring—No Spending Required

8. Spring styles from Abercrombie, Reformation, and Nordstrom.

Abercrombie

Reformation

Nordstrom

9. This Week’s Dinners + Weekend Eats.

Monday: One Pan Ranch Cheddar Chicken and Rice

Tuesday: Sweet Potato Kale Salad with Creamy Honey Mustard Dressing

Wednesday: Sheet Pan Chicken Tinga Bowls

Thursday: 20 Minute Lemon Butter Orzo Carbonara

Friday: Hot Ranch Chicken and Bacon Sandwich

Saturday: Chicken and Egg Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches

Sunday: Blackberry Champagne Mule