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Sleeping in. Duh. Except… kids don’t. And the second they see snow falling outside, all bets are off. The chaos begins. Blankets get kicked off, noses press against windows, and suddenly everyone is wide awake and ready to live their best snow day life. And honestly? I wouldn’t have it any other way. Growing Up With the Best Snow Days As a kid, my mom’s family truly did snow days right. My mom is the youngest of seven, and there were 22 grandchildren—so when snow was in the f

Christmas Eve in our house is one of my favorite days of the entire year. Not because it’s perfect. Not because it’s quiet. Not because everything goes as planned. But because it’s full of anticipation, tradition, and those little moments that feel like magic—especially when you’re a kid. Everyone is buzzing. Everyone is excited.Everyone is counting down. So we lean into it. Start the Day by Getting Out of the House On Christmas Eve morning—weather permitting—we have to get

Thanksgiving has always looked a little different for us. With my husband working in the medical field—and for the first seven years of our marriage being required to be in the hospital on holidays—we’ve never really had the traditional “go home, eat with family, watch football all day” experience. Instead, we’ve always hosted. We’d have a Thanksgiving lunch for those who were off during the day but heading into night shift later. Then we’d do a second round of dinner for t

I love fall. Like… really love fall. But I’m going to be honest— Halloween has always been a little creepy to me. Not in a dramatic way, just in a not-my-favorite-holiday way. I love seeing the costumes, walking the neighborhood, watching kids light up—but I’m not usually the one hosting a big Halloween bash. And that’s okay. Did you hear what I said? THAT IS OKAY. For us, Halloween is more about community than chaos. We’ve been so lucky to live in really friendly, close-k

The Fourth of July is one of those holidays that doesn’t need to be fancy to be unforgettable. In fact, the messier, louder, and more relaxed it is—the better. For us, it’s all about: 🇺🇸 Good food 🎆 Fireworks 🪑 Lawn chairs 🧺 Blankets 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Friends + family ✨ Letting the kids stay up way too late No pressure. Just vibes. Get our summer favorites here ! The Menu: Classic, Easy, Crowd-Pleasing This is not the time to reinvent the wheel. Everyone wants the classics—and

Memorial Day weekend in our house is all about two things: 🇺🇸 honoring what the day truly means 🏁 and fully leaning into Indy 500 chaos It’s the unofficial start of summer, and honestly? It deserves a party. We love hosting a Memorial Day + Indy 500 get-together because it’s low-pressure, outdoorsy, loud, messy, and full of food that everyone actually wants to eat. Ask friends and family to bring lawn chairs, kids toys (scooters, chalk, bikes, baseball gloves, inflatable b

If you haven’t picked up on this yet… we love a themed party. And we love golf. So naturally, we really love Masters Weekend . There’s just something about it—the tradition, the colors, the calm-but-competitive energy, the iconic food, the fact that it feels like the official kickoff to spring. It’s classy and cozy and fun all at once. We usually host our Masters party on Saturday , and it has become one of our favorite little traditions. The Decor: Simple, Classic, and On

Easter in our home always starts the same way: church first. Because Easter isn’t just another holiday on the calendar—it’s the whole reason we celebrate. Jesus is risen. He’s alive. And that truth changes everything. Before the baskets, before the brunch, before the egg hunts, we start by remembering what this day is truly about: the empty tomb, the greatest sacrifice, and the deepest love we will ever know. Everything else is just extra—and sweet—but that is the heart of E

St. Patrick’s Day doesn’t have to be elaborate to be magical. In our house, it’s all about creating a little moment —something that makes the kids light up, laugh, and feel like the day is special without requiring a week of prep or a trip to five different stores. This year, our favorite tradition is a leprechaun scavenger hunt that ends with a “pot of gold” drink surprise. It’s easy, hilarious, and guaranteed to make memories. You can get all the supplies here . Meet Our L

Mardi Gras doesn’t have to mean parades, crowds, or complicated plans to be fun. In our house, it’s all about food, color, laughter, and a little extra joy in the middle of winter. It’s one of those holidays that feels like pure fun—no pressure, no expectations, just an excuse to celebrate and be festive. Use this a mazon link to shop some of our simple favorites! And honestly? That’s my favorite kind. Our Favorite Mardi Gras Tradition: A Shrimp Boil Let’s get this out of th

Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be over-the-top, expensive, or Pinterest-perfect to be meaningful. In our home, we’ve learned that the sweetest traditions are usually the simplest ones—the ones that create connection without creating stress. The ones that make our home feel warm and festive without turning into clutter or chaos. That’s the heart of Nourished, Not Perfect : doing what feels special without doing the most. When We Decorate We usually start decorating right afte

If there’s one thing I love almost as much as a cozy gathering, it’s a gathering that doesn’t require me to rebuy everything every single year. Whether you’re hosting a Super Bowl party, a college football playoff watch party, or just a regular Sunday game day, I’m all about reusable, budget-friendly hosting hacks that make your home feel festive without adding stress (or clutter). Because let’s be honest—there’s something about serving fruit and cheese on a football tray th

New Year’s Day has always felt a little magical to me. It’s quiet. Hopeful. Full of possibility. There’s something so special about waking up to a fresh calendar, a clean slate, and a whole year ahead of you. But instead of making it about pressure, resolutions, or doing everything “right,” we choose to make it about connection. Because for us, New Year’s Day is about being together. It’s one of the very last days of the holiday season when everyone is home, cozy, and slow. A

New Year’s Eve doesn’t have to be fancy, expensive, or exhausting to be special. In fact, some of our favorite memories have come from the simplest traditions—Dollar Tree hats, leftover Christmas cookies, sparkling juice in plastic cups, and a whole lot of laughter. Because around here, we believe in Nourished, Not Perfect celebrations. The kind that are joyful, low-pressure, and focused on togetherness—not impressing anyone. If you’re looking for easy, budget-friendly New Y

If you’ve ever wished you could knock out a week (or two!) of healthy dinners in one afternoon, this freezer meal system is for you. These 8 low-calorie, high-protein crockpot meals are designed to: Use overlapping ingredients to save money Be dump-and-go for busy days Focus on mostly chicken with one turkey option Support balanced, nourishing eating Below, you’ll find a breakdown of the meals, a fully organized grocery list, and a step-by-step prep plan so you can batch

Motherhood can often feel like a balancing act on a tightrope—where every step is scrutinized, every choice feels monumental, and the fear of messing it all up is always lurking in the background. One wrong move and we feel like we’ve failed. One comparison scroll and suddenly we’re questioning everything. Are we doing enough? Are we doing it right? Are we enough? Somewhere along the way, the world started telling moms that perfection was the goal. Perfect meals. Perfect rout

If you’ve ever laid in bed at night replaying the day, wondering if you were patient enough… present enough… fun enough… then this space is for you. Because here’s the truth: The pressure to be a “good” mom is crushing. And it’s stealing our joy.

For a long time, I thought “nourishing my family” meant doing everything from scratch. Homemade meals. Organic snacks. Perfectly balanced plates. Thoughtfully curated routines. No screen time. No shortcuts. No mess. And honestly? That version of nourishment left me completely drained. Because when nourishment becomes another impossible standard to meet, it stops being nourishing at all. That’s when I realized something had to change. Redefining What Nourishment Means Nourishm