We surprised Grey with a trip over fall break to see Harry Potter at Broadway in Chicago, and it was the first time we had been back as a family since we moved to Texas in 2020. What a gift to see that beautiful city sparkle and to delight in some of the joys that gently tugged us back. Come Scroll with us for a fresh take on Thanksgiving favorites, movement to power us through the holidays, and decidedly my favorite round-up of inspiration this year. We’re so glad you’re here!

meals

This recipe for Crispy Baked Vegan Mac & Cheese is out of this world. Outstanding flavors + texture. And if you’re looking for the best brand of gluten free pasta, Jovial has our vote!

For dessert, our easy (delectable!) pumpkin cookies!

This makes so much sense – new research behind the reason so many of us overeat.

Using the “Brown Stem” Rule to Pick Out the Sweetest Apples (Farmers Swear By It!)

A Nutritionist Names the Best Fall Foods for Hormone Health

In case you have a dairy-free friend coming over for the holidays, this vegan Thanksgiving dinner sheet pan recipe looks perfect!

movement

A new study shows it only takes 15 minutes to change your health! Starting small and building consistency is key 💪🏼

How to make kids 3x smarter (movement matters!)

5 Things That Happen When You Start Lifting Heavier Weights (“Bulking” Isn’t One Of Them)

I saw this on my friend Kim Infanti’s page and it had me rolling 😅. I am self aware enough to know that this is me, and when I showed it to Jon, he said, you know this is what I live with every day, right? 😆

mindset

I needed to hear the first one so I thought you might, too. This is my favorite mindset slideshow all year. Pinning it for days I need a reminder!

And this is a great reset for all of us: 40 Fall Affirmations to Heal, Grow, and Release Negativity. You don’t have to be overwhelmed by all 40 – I picked 3 and rotated them in my meditations last week. Highly recommend!

more

This essay on the hamster wheel of spending and how to reverse “lifestyle creep” was so helpful! Naturally, I love the idea of a joy audit.

Simple games to play at your next gathering 🎱

My librarian friend recommended this book and I devoured it! Fantastic writing, beautiful character development – a terrific, quick read!

I held off reading for a long while thinking it would cause me more anxiety, but it actually helped with a game plan.

Seven ways to benefit from solitude

How to Use Sound Frequencies to Fall (and Stay) Asleep All Night Long

50 Conversation Starters to Spark Connection (and Keep Things Fun)

I’ve been using this habit tracker (printable!) to hold myself accountable to a few new goals (and one I re-committed to). If you’re a list maker like I am, I think you’ll find the simplicity of it useful ✔️.

14 Micro Self-Care Practices That Take Less Than 60 Seconds – and on that note, one of my very favorite self care staples: dry brushing, and the myriad ways it benefits your body!

And a few of our favorites from October. What a special month with our wonderful wizard!

It was a JOY to see you today. We’ve been on such an information overload with all of the news of late, and I greatly appreciate you sharing a positive, hopeful space with us here. I hope this week you make your voice heard, find ways to fill your cup, and tell your people exactly how much you love them 💙.