A Classic Pantry Pasta for Back-to-School Season
Even though my kid went back to school this year (kindergarten, waaah!), September always pulls me back into my own childhood and the exhausting, exhilarating first weeks of school. And…
2025 Fall Decor Trends to Make Your Home Warm and Welcoming
Transitioning my home from summer to fall is my absolute favorite. There’s a certain calm that fills me as I settle into new routines, tuck away warm weather essentials and…
Psst, Do You Wax Your Bikini Line?
“A long time ago, you mentioned you’d never shaved or waxed your bikini line,” wrote a reader named Emma. “Could you elaborate on why? I have always wondered!” Well, I’m…
Smoked Salmon Breakfast Bowl: High-Protein and Easy Prep
If you’ve ever eaten a maple-drizzled pancake stack and felt like crawling back into bed an hour later… you’re not alone. I love a sweet start now and then, but…
Two Hospital Moments I’m Looking Forward to When My Baby Arrives
This photo was taken before our son Emiliano arrived. Max didn’t think I’d really go into labor at 32 weeks that day so he dressed for work, just in case!…
A Gut-Healthy Meal Plan, But Make It Delicious
If you haven’t yet subscribed to my Substack, it’s where I get a little more personal—writing from the heart about self-care, motherhood, wellness, and all things in between. This post resonated…
Moms in the Picture | Cup of Jo
Years ago, I wrote about how much I love seeing moms in photos with their kids, and I still do. Especially now that I’m the only adult in the house,…
20 Cozy Fall Baking Recipes to Try This Season
Oh, fall in Texas. We pull on sweaters even when it’s 85 degrees, decorate with all the shades of autumn leaves (since ours stay stubbornly green), and start planning Halloween…
Our Picks for a Fresh Start to Fall
September is already feeling so fresh—the kids are back in school, and I’m leaning into the cozy rituals that always give me a little thrill this time of year. Stocking…
30 Ways to Make the Season Special
I’ve always said that fall makes me feel the most myself. The season invites stillness, reflection, and a slower pace that’s hard to come by in summer’s chaos. The air…















