At the beginning of the year, I chose *play* as my mantra. I wanted to find it not just in obvious moments but also in the messy, mundane, in-between spaces of life. So when I gave my kids a “YES” day, it felt like the perfect chance to put that intention into practice. What I discovered wasn’t just fun (though there was plenty of that) — it was connection. By stepping into their world, I stayed fully present. I let them lead, made their choices mine, and joined in wholeheartedly. Seeing what sparked their play and how far their imagination carried them was pure joy. It was a gift — for them and for me. And it reminded me that sometimes the most important thing I can say yes to is simply being present.
At the beginning of the year, I chose *play* as my mantra. I wanted to find it not just in obvious moments but also in the messy, mundane, in-between spaces of life. So when I gave my kids a “YES” day, it felt like the perfect chance to put that intention into practice. What I discovered wasn’t just fun (though there was plenty of that) — it was connection. By stepping into their world, I stayed fully present. I let them lead, made their choices mine, and joined in wholeheartedly. Seeing what sparked their play and how far their imagination carried them was pure joy. It was a gift — for them and for me. And it reminded me that sometimes the most important thing I can say yes to is simply being present.
At the beginning of the year, I chose *play* as my mantra. I wanted to find it not just in obvious moments but also in the messy, mundane, in-between spaces of life. So when I gave my kids a “YES” day, it felt like the perfect chance to put that intention into practice. What I discovered wasn’t just fun (though there was plenty of that) — it was connection. By stepping into their world, I stayed fully present. I let them lead, made their choices mine, and joined in wholeheartedly. Seeing what sparked their play and how far their imagination carried them was pure joy. It was a gift — for them and for me. And it reminded me that sometimes the most important thing I can say yes to is simply being present.
At the beginning of the year, I chose *play* as my mantra. I wanted to find it not just in obvious moments but also in the messy, mundane, in-between spaces of life. So when I gave my kids a “YES” day, it felt like the perfect chance to put that intention into practice. What I discovered wasn’t just fun (though there was plenty of that) — it was connection. By stepping into their world, I stayed fully present. I let them lead, made their choices mine, and joined in wholeheartedly. Seeing what sparked their play and how far their imagination carried them was pure joy. It was a gift — for them and for me. And it reminded me that sometimes the most important thing I can say yes to is simply being present.
At the beginning of the year, I chose *play* as my mantra. I wanted to find it not just in obvious moments but also in the messy, mundane, in-between spaces of life. So when I gave my kids a “YES” day, it felt like the perfect chance to put that intention into practice. What I discovered wasn’t just fun (though there was plenty of that) — it was connection. By stepping into their world, I stayed fully present. I let them lead, made their choices mine, and joined in wholeheartedly. Seeing what sparked their play and how far their imagination carried them was pure joy. It was a gift — for them and for me. And it reminded me that sometimes the most important thing I can say yes to is simply being present.
At the beginning of the year, I chose *play* as my mantra. I wanted to find it not just in obvious moments but also in the messy, mundane, in-between spaces of life. So when I gave my kids a “YES” day, it felt like the perfect chance to put that intention into practice. What I discovered wasn’t just fun (though there was plenty of that) — it was connection. By stepping into their world, I stayed fully present. I let them lead, made their choices mine, and joined in wholeheartedly. Seeing what sparked their play and how far their imagination carried them was pure joy. It was a gift — for them and for me. And it reminded me that sometimes the most important thing I can say yes to is simply being present.
At the beginning of the year, I chose *play* as my mantra. I wanted to find it not just in obvious moments but also in the messy, mundane, in-between spaces of life. So when I gave my kids a “YES” day, it felt like the perfect chance to put that intention into practice. What I discovered wasn’t just fun (though there was plenty of that) — it was connection. By stepping into their world, I stayed fully present. I let them lead, made their choices mine, and joined in wholeheartedly. Seeing what sparked their play and how far their imagination carried them was pure joy. It was a gift — for them and for me. And it reminded me that sometimes the most important thing I can say yes to is simply being present.
At the beginning of the year, I chose *play* as my mantra. I wanted to find it not just in obvious moments but also in the messy, mundane, in-between spaces of life. So when I gave my kids a “YES” day, it felt like the perfect chance to put that intention into practice. What I discovered wasn’t just fun (though there was plenty of that) — it was connection. By stepping into their world, I stayed fully present. I let them lead, made their choices mine, and joined in wholeheartedly. Seeing what sparked their play and how far their imagination carried them was pure joy. It was a gift — for them and for me. And it reminded me that sometimes the most important thing I can say yes to is simply being present.
At the beginning of the year, I chose *play* as my mantra. I wanted to find it not just in obvious moments but also in the messy, mundane, in-between spaces of life. So when I gave my kids a “YES” day, it felt like the perfect chance to put that intention into practice. What I discovered wasn’t just fun (though there was plenty of that) — it was connection. By stepping into their world, I stayed fully present. I let them lead, made their choices mine, and joined in wholeheartedly. Seeing what sparked their play and how far their imagination carried them was pure joy. It was a gift — for them and for me. And it reminded me that sometimes the most important thing I can say yes to is simply being present.
Austin ➡️ Paris ✈️
Happy Banned Books week!📚✨ This week’s for the stories that push boundaries, spark conversation, and make us think a little deeper. Wild fact: Just 11 people are behind 60% of school book ban requests in US, according to a @washingtonpost analysis. 🤯 Let’s not let a handful of voices decide what the rest of us get to read. The stories people try to silence are often the ones that shape us the most. Read them, share them. Find more ways to get involved @banned_books_week. #bannedbooksweek.
Bonjour Paris! Just touched down and already feeling the magic ✨ Thank you @sezane for this beautiful adventure 🤍 Kicked things off with the best facial ever from @jeannecasimir then wandered the streets, soaking up the charm and watching the world go by. More to come 🇫🇷
Bonjour Paris! Just touched down and already feeling the magic ✨ Thank you @sezane for this beautiful adventure 🤍 Kicked things off with the best facial ever from @jeannecasimir then wandered the streets, soaking up the charm and watching the world go by. More to come 🇫🇷
Bonjour Paris! Just touched down and already feeling the magic ✨ Thank you @sezane for this beautiful adventure 🤍 Kicked things off with the best facial ever from @jeannecasimir then wandered the streets, soaking up the charm and watching the world go by. More to come 🇫🇷
Bonjour Paris! Just touched down and already feeling the magic ✨ Thank you @sezane for this beautiful adventure 🤍 Kicked things off with the best facial ever from @jeannecasimir then wandered the streets, soaking up the charm and watching the world go by. More to come 🇫🇷
Bonjour Paris! Just touched down and already feeling the magic ✨ Thank you @sezane for this beautiful adventure 🤍 Kicked things off with the best facial ever from @jeannecasimir then wandered the streets, soaking up the charm and watching the world go by. More to come 🇫🇷
Bonjour Paris! Just touched down and already feeling the magic ✨ Thank you @sezane for this beautiful adventure 🤍 Kicked things off with the best facial ever from @jeannecasimir then wandered the streets, soaking up the charm and watching the world go by. More to come 🇫🇷
Bonjour Paris! Just touched down and already feeling the magic ✨ Thank you @sezane for this beautiful adventure 🤍 Kicked things off with the best facial ever from @jeannecasimir then wandered the streets, soaking up the charm and watching the world go by. More to come 🇫🇷
Bonjour Paris! Just touched down and already feeling the magic ✨ Thank you @sezane for this beautiful adventure 🤍 Kicked things off with the best facial ever from @jeannecasimir then wandered the streets, soaking up the charm and watching the world go by. More to come 🇫🇷
Bonjour Paris! Just touched down and already feeling the magic ✨ Thank you @sezane for this beautiful adventure 🤍 Kicked things off with the best facial ever from @jeannecasimir then wandered the streets, soaking up the charm and watching the world go by. More to come 🇫🇷
The most beautiful lunch with @sezane in Paris. So grateful to witness the roots of a brand I’ve loved for so long. ❤️
The most beautiful lunch with @sezane in Paris. So grateful to witness the roots of a brand I’ve loved for so long. ❤️
Any excuse to gather our tribe feels like magic. ✨ I’ve always loved the saying about surrounding yourself with people who are smarter, more creative, and who push you to grow—and every time I’m with these women, I leave feeling like a better human. Getting to celebrate our talented friend @angieob and her beautiful brand @cleobella was such a dream, and hosting alongside my sister @mariahdelamer made it even sweeter. For those who couldn’t be there, you were with us in spirit. Love you ladies so much! 🤍
Every so often I take a step back and think—how cool is it that I get to get wrapped up in a beautiful story and then have a meaningful exchange with the author?! This convo with Karen Russell (THE ANTIDOTE) was a few months back, but it’s been living in my head ever since. 💭 Even though we weren’t able to connect IRL, being able to have this conversation through her words on the page and her direct insights felt so special. I especially loved what she said about imagination, history, and storytelling—that it’s not just being a way of remembering the past, but about dreaming up a better future. In that spirit, I want to share something important: Dr. James Riding In and the Pawnee Nation recently lost funding for their Pawnee Digital Heritage Project. This work safeguards Pawnee language, stories, and cultural memory so future generations can stay connected to their heritage. I’m linking their GoFundMe in stories today. Even a share helps keep this work alive. ✨