Headed out on vacation? Don’t forget to prep your home before you go! These 5 simple things—like tossing old food, resetting the laundry, and clearing the entryway—make coming home feel peaceful, not chaotic. A little travel prep goes a long way. Trust me, your future self will thank you!

Longer days, warmer sun, and the excitement of what’s just around the corner are starting to creep in. Even though we’re not fully there yet (no sunscreen stations or beach towels in the mudroom), there’s no time like the present to start getting ready. It’s the perfect moment to begin making space for what’s ahead... and I’m here for it.

I think we’ve all been there—standing in front of a closet bursting with clothes we haven’t touched in years.