Summer officially started last week, and just as the school doors closed on Tuesday, we were supposed to be packing for the Hamptons. Our plan was to leave on Wednesday, but life had other ideas.
As I mentioned in last week’s letter, our sweet dog, Sunny, who has been with us for 17 years, hasn’t been doing well. And when it came down to it, we knew we didn’t want to be away from her. So we canceled the trip and stayed home instead.
It wasn’t the week I’d planned, but it was still beautiful in a quieter way—softer mornings, a little beach time between the snuggles, and just being close to home with the people (and pup) I love most.
Sometimes, confidence looks like honoring your own heart.
This week’s confidence kickstart:
It’s okay to rewrite the plan.
Not everything has to be “productive” or Instagram-worthy to be meaningful.
Being present—even when plans shift—is its own kind of power.
Things I’m Loving Lately:
“My Friends” by Fredrik Backman – emotional, layered, and beautifully human.
Bare feet, linen pants, and saying no without guilt.
Deep Eddy Rubby Red Vodka & Soda
A quiet 10 minutes outside before the house wakes up.
How to Style a Pixie Cut with Confidence
Cutting your hair short can feel like a big leap. For many women, especially in midlife, if you’re wondering, ” Will I still feel feminine? Stylish? Like myself? This post is for you.
My Summer Reading Stack: 7 Books I’m Loving or Can’t Wait to Start
From Taylor Jenkins Reid to Stephen King to a smart beach read about reinvention—there’s something for every mood.
Wishing you a week of softness, sun, and space to feel it all.
And if your plans shift, too? You’re not behind—you’re just living.
