In my quest to continue to be my healthiest self in my 40s (more about my midlife wellness journey), I’ve been paying more attention to my protein intake. As is every other 30-50 something woman in America, according to Instagram. Not because I’m trying to hit some magic number, but because I’ve noticed that when I eat more protein, I feel fuller, more energized, and way less snacky in the afternoons.
There’s something about the start of summer that makes me want to refresh everything from my wardrobe to my home, to my exercise routine, to even my mindset. Anyone else? I guess the sunshine just brings out this urge to lighten up and start fresh. I put together a little early summer wish list with things I’m eyeing (and maybe already adding to cart, oops!) to make the season feel a little more special, a little more fun, and a lot more colorful.
Anyone with Italian parents or grandparents knows about aglio e olio (it literally translates to garlic and oil). It’s my dad’s favorite pasta, and he made it every Friday night in my house growing up. It’s salty and garlicky, homey and comforting. This version has all the flavors of the tasty classic dish with an extra big dose of greens.
I always say I’m not going to turn my Mother’s Day gift guide into a personal wish list…and then I immediately do exactly that. This year’s edit is a mix of things I already own swear by, plus a few pieces I’ve been quietly hoping might show up with a bow on top (subtle, right?).
Truthfully, the best parts of Mother's Day are never the gifts.
