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You’re going to be counting down the days until your next jar of jam is empty once you watch this!

Not to be dramatic but this shaken espresso in an almost-empty strawberry jam jar might’ve just changed the trajectory of my entire morning routine. LOL. But seriously, who would’ve thought something so simple could be this delish. I’m completely obsessed.

I love berries so much that I’ve decided it’s not a jam girl summer, but instead, let’s stretch it into a jam girl autumn! Yesterday on the blog we shared some of our favorite berry infused items (link in bio)

So save those almost empty jars with that yummy strawberry goodness and mix with a shot of espresso and whole milk. Yeah yeah, I know, you can thank me later. Cheers.

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You’re going to be counting down the days until your next jar of jam is empty once you watch this! Not to be dramatic but this shaken espresso in an almost-empty strawberry jam jar might’ve just changed the trajectory of my entire morning routine. LOL. But seriously, who would’ve thought something so simple could be this delish. I’m completely obsessed. I love berries so much that I’ve decided it’s not a jam girl summer, but instead, let’s stretch it into a jam girl autumn! Yesterday on the blog we shared some of our favorite berry infused items (link in bio) So save those almost empty jars with that yummy strawberry goodness and mix with a shot of espresso and whole milk. Yeah yeah, I know, you can thank me later. Cheers.

Today on the blog at 3pm PST:

Not everything needs to be a splurge... but knowing where to invest can make all the difference. One thing we always try to strive in every project is that balance between 💛

investment worthy and budget friendly... Those pieces that deserve the extra moolah and the ones where a thoughtful, affordable find works just as well.

This is just a quick look at some of our go-to spend vs. save moments. We always recommend investing where it counts long-term, like craftsmanship and comfort (cue the pieces that are going to get the most use such as sofas and dining tables) and saving on things you can easily upgrade or swap down the road. That mix is what creates a space that feels layered, lived-in, and uniquely yours.

Later this week, we’re sharing part 2, including actual brands we trust for saving and some that are totally worth the splurge, plus shoppable picks we’d recommend again and again.

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Today on the blog at 3pm PST: Not everything needs to be a splurge... but knowing where to invest can make all the difference. One thing we always try to strive in every project is that balance between 💛 investment worthy and budget friendly... Those pieces that deserve the extra moolah and the ones where a thoughtful, affordable find works just as well. This is just a quick look at some of our go-to spend vs. save moments. We always recommend investing where it counts long-term, like craftsmanship and comfort (cue the pieces that are going to get the most use such as sofas and dining tables) and saving on things you can easily upgrade or swap down the road. That mix is what creates a space that feels layered, lived-in, and uniquely yours. Later this week, we’re sharing part 2, including actual brands we trust for saving and some that are totally worth the splurge, plus shoppable picks we’d recommend again and again.

Last week, our entire family, 15 of us, came together in Hawaii to celebrate my dad’s 80th birthday.

It was the first time in over eight years that we’ve all spent more than a single day together.

When we moved to Bend, we needed space, physically and emotionally. We’d been through some big, life-altering family challenges, and even though we used to do everything together, distance felt necessary. At the time, I told myself, It’s just a 3.5-hour drive, but life has a way of making visits harder than they should be. And sometimes… I just didn’t want to make the drive.

But last week? Those old reasons for space started to fade. We laughed until our cheeks hurt, played pickleball in the Hawaiian sun, cooked meals together, stayed up late playing cards, and told the same old stories that somehow never get old.

The highlight for me was watching my dad, absolutely beaming. Laughing, teasing his grandkids, looking around at his family with pride. His joy is something I will hold onto forever.

Family isn’t always easy. Sometimes it’s messy, complicated, and hard to navigate. But being together almost always feels better than being apart.

So take the trip. Try the new thing, even at 80. Watch the sunset together. Share the wine and the stories. Make the memories you’ll carry long after the bags are unpacked.

Mom and Dad, thank you for showing us what family really means, and for giving us this week we’ll carry for the rest of our lives.

And because there’s more to this story than I can fit here, I’m sharing a deeper, more personal reflection in Sunday’s subscriber email. Please tell me you’re subscribed—you won’t want to miss it. 🤍

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Last week, our entire family, 15 of us, came together in Hawaii to celebrate my dad’s 80th birthday.
 It was the first time in over eight years that we’ve all spent more than a single day together. When we moved to Bend, we needed space, physically and emotionally. We’d been through some big, life-altering family challenges, and even though we used to do everything together, distance felt necessary. At the time, I told myself, It’s just a 3.5-hour drive, but life has a way of making visits harder than they should be. And sometimes… I just didn’t want to make the drive. But last week? Those old reasons for space started to fade. We laughed until our cheeks hurt, played pickleball in the Hawaiian sun, cooked meals together, stayed up late playing cards, and told the same old stories that somehow never get old. The highlight for me was watching my dad, absolutely beaming. Laughing, teasing his grandkids, looking around at his family with pride. His joy is something I will hold onto forever. Family isn’t always easy. Sometimes it’s messy, complicated, and hard to navigate. But being together almost always feels better than being apart. So take the trip. Try the new thing, even at 80. Watch the sunset together. Share the wine and the stories. Make the memories you’ll carry long after the bags are unpacked. Mom and Dad, thank you for showing us what family really means, and for giving us this week we’ll carry for the rest of our lives. And because there’s more to this story than I can fit here, I’m sharing a deeper, more personal reflection in Sunday’s subscriber email. Please tell me you’re subscribed—you won’t want to miss it. 🤍
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