
The holidays have a way of sneaking up on us, don’t they? One moment we’re crunching leaves in October, and the next we’re elbow-deep in wrapping paper, wondering how on earth Christmas is already here. Over the years, I’ve learned that the most peaceful holiday seasons aren’t the ones filled with perfection—they’re the ones prepared […]
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All the flavor, none of the fuss. Nothing says Christmas like the spicy-sweet aroma of gingerbread wafting through the house. Soft, perfectly spiced, and just a little sweet, gingerbread cookies are a holiday classic that instantly make your kitchen feel festive. Welcome to Day 6 of our 25 Days of Simple Christmas countdown! Today we’re […]

Warm as a Christmas hug. There’s something grounding about a bowl of oatmeal on a chilly December morning. The smell of cinnamon and apple fills the kitchen, and suddenly the chaos of holiday prep slows down for just a moment. Welcome to Day 5 of our 25 Days of Simple Christmas countdown! Today we’re making […]

The creamy topper that makes every holiday dessert sparkle. If sugar cookies are the canvas, then Vanilla Bean Buttercream Frosting is the masterpiece. Smooth, rich, and decadently sweet—but made with wholesome ingredients you can feel good about—this frosting is a holiday essential. Welcome to Day 4 of our 25 Days of Simple Christmas countdown! Today, […]

A simple, nostalgic recipe that never disappoints. There’s something about sugar cookies that instantly whispers holiday magic.Maybe it’s the soft, buttery dough. Maybe it’s the smell of vanilla and cinnamon drifting through the kitchen. Or maybe it’s the memory of little hands pressing cookie cutters into the dough, leaving behind stars, trees, and gingerbread men. […]

Fluffy, whole-food, melt-in-your-mouth magic for cocoa, gifting, and Christmas joy. There are few things in life more magical than watching homemade marshmallows come to life.A bowl of clear liquid transforms into a cloud of soft, snowy fluff—and suddenly it feels like Christmas isn’t just coming…it’s already here. Welcome to Day 2 of our 25 Days […]

A warm, rich, whole-food classic to kick off our Christmas countdown. The holiday season always begins the same way in our home: with that first frosty morning when you can see your breath as you walk to the car, the kids press their fingers against the cold windows, and someone inevitably says, “Mama… is it […]

The holidays have a way of sneaking up on us, don’t they? One moment we’re crunching leaves in October, and the next we’re elbow-deep in wrapping paper, wondering how on earth Christmas is already here. Over the years, I’ve learned that the most peaceful holiday seasons aren’t the ones filled with perfection—they’re the ones prepared […]

How simplifying the products in your home creates a cleaner, calmer, and healthier life A Wellness Journey That Starts With One Bottle I didn’t expect my wellness journey to start with a single bottle of dish soap. Like many people, I focused first on food—whole ingredients, organic choices, cooking from scratch, getting closer to the […]

Thanksgiving is a time-honored tradition rich in food, gratitude, and family — but too often, our holiday table is filled with ultra-processed versions of “classic” dishes. As someone who cares deeply about nourishing my family with whole, organic, non-toxic food, I’ve come to believe we don’t have to trade health for holiday spirit. That’s why […]

Exploring how fewer packaged products = less clutter, less decision fatigue, and more intentional living The Quiet Transformation of Choosing Less I still remember the first time I walked into a refillery. It wasn’t glamorous. No shiny shelves, no flashy labels, no screaming sales signs. Just rows of simple glass jars filled with products I […]
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