Whew. Where do I even begin?

The past few weeks have been a whirlwind—physically, emotionally, logistically. Between road-tripping across state lines, parenting on the go, and adjusting to the rhythm of summer… I feel like I’m finally catching my breath.

And let me tell you—this breath? It feels like freedom.

🚗 Road Trip Recap: Chicago to Texas

A few weeks ago, I packed up the car with my parents and my two little road warriors and made the drive from Chicago to Texas.
Now that deserves a gold medal.

Here’s the highlight reel:

• 🎒 The 5-year-old: Our Snack Queen and resident artist. She colored her way through multiple states.
• 😴 The 8-year-old: Sleeping Beauty and strict timekeeper. She hated the third-row seat (even though it’s super comfy, if you ask me).
• 🍿 My mom: Snack handler, game master, and mood manager. She kept the girls laughing and fed while my dad and I tackled the drive.
• 🛣️ Me and my dad: Front seat crew. He drove. I DJed and navigated. It was quality time I didn’t know I needed.

👋 Grandparent Time = Mommy Reset

The girls have been soaking up the sun (and snacks) with their grandparents for the past 2.5 weeks, and let me just say… this was the break I didn’t know I needed.
No kid pickup. No school drop-off. No lunches to pack. Just quiet mornings, deep breaths, and a bit of room to remember who I am outside of being “Mom.”

My husband and I even snuck in a little grown-up time. Nothing fancy. Just breathing room.

✈️ Time to Regroup

Tomorrow I fly back to Texas to pick up the girls, and next week we’re back to our regularly scheduled program:
School, routines, snacks, laundry, homework, and lots of love. I’m nervous, excited, and oddly ready for the rhythm of “normal” again… whatever that means these days.

🧠 What’s Next

This week is all about:

• Closing out this summer chapter
• Creating space for consistency
• Writing more (hi again, blog fam!)
• And stepping fully back into the life I’m designing for me and my family

No pressure. Just intention.

If you’re in a season of change, healing, or re-centering… you’re not alone. We can take it slow together.

💬 Talk to Me

How are you resetting this summer? Have you had to pause and pivot lately? Let me know in the comments.

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