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This summer feels like it is flying by. We’ve had a such a busy July with moving, traveling, and multiple weddings. I love it, but the business has made the month go so fast. As crazy as it may seem, our team is already looking ahead to the fall and my favorite, the holiday season. I’m excited for it all but at the same time I really want everything to slow down.
I spent a good portion of the past week in Cleveland with family. It was hard for me to go at a slower pace, but at the very same time, the time back home in Ohio with family was so nice. I feel so lucky that I was able to take that time to spend with family.
When I was leaving for New York, I felt like a kid again. Heading to the airport was harder than expected. I didn’t love leaving them all behind. But again, I am so happy I was able to get so much time with them all—Mom, Dad, Asher, Oslo, and even Creighton. It was a special time. If you are curious, I have a small recap of the weekend down a little lower.
So I spent Friday through Tuesday in Cleveland, then headed to New York Wednesday morning. As I am working on this, I’m in New York but will be back in Colorado on Sunday. I’m in the city mainly for meetings. Since I was already in the Midwest, the flight to the East Coast was easy, so I decided to be here in person versus Zoom. I’m not someone who likes doing anything on Zoom. Ask everyone on our team, they know it makes me cringe. Plus I am always excited for a trip into the city.
I’ll be home tomorrow, and then I leave Tuesday for another quick work trip that I’m excited about too. My family is in Cleveland for another week, and then we’ll all be back in Colorado. By then, I swear I will be in full-on fall preparation mode. I love fall, but I’m also not quite ready for that.
What are you all up to now that we’re halfway through summer? Traveling, gardening, entertaining, chilling? I’m curious to hear more about what your summer days are like. Paint me a picture and maybe give me some ideas for fall content too!
I think that’s it for life updates! Lots of rambling and reflecting today! Here’s another round of favorites!
1. Things i’m loving, wanting, and excited to try.
ordered…my favorite hoodie in multiple colors on Prime Day. I’ve been living in this. What did you all order on Prime? Would LOVE to hear about your purchases.
everything in my cart (low)…from H&M loving this pretty Draped One-shoulder Top, this Scoop-neck Sweater is great for summer layering and cute! And then this Tote Bag is the perfect “carry it all” bag.
Ok, J.Crew pieces, I have a few! Very much love their hand-knotted packable tote bag. I would style it with this crinkled drawstring midi skirt and/or their pull-on pant in textured satin. And then, this sheer tank top. Cute!
I’m looking for new sneaks and considering the Asics GEL-1130 Sneaker or New Balance 530 Sneakers. I plan to wear them with this Free People Movement bra and short set. Also, this Beyond Yoga tank top at Urban Outfitters.
Lastly, this COS scarf detailed lined dress is pretty.
listening to…Aly Raisman: Thirty, Single & Thriving. Looking forward to listening to this soon! I always love learning about Olympic athletes, especially gymnasts.
loving…the Coach Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 39. This is a great everyday bag at a good price point. I’ve seen so many cute looks styled with this bag recently!
shopping…summer dresses. The below are so easy and flowy to style every day.
everything in my cart (beauty)…apparently the YSL Libre Eau de Parfum is perfect for Virgos, so I’m curious to give it a try. It’s part of the Nordstrom sale!
The Handy Bristle Hair Brush from Mason Pearson is such a splurge item but one of my favorites. Another good one is the brand’s Detangler Nylon Hair Brush.
watching…the Vouge “What’s in your Bag” series with Emma Roberts. This is so cute. Emma’s bag is Filled With All Her Summer Essentials–Plus a Sweet Treat.
everything in my cart (high)…I think the Dôen Sebastian Skirt in powder from is super cute. It’s $228, but I love Dôen pieces!
following…everything Daisy Jones is doing. I’m obsessed with her looks for the press of the upcoming film Twisters.
2. Big Summer Salads: 8 favorites.
Tomato, Peach, and Burrata Salad
The Best Simple Vegan Potato Salad
3. Nordstrom Sale – favorites in home + beauty.
home
beauty
4. Let’s Catch Up! A few questions.
1. What’s the yummiest thing you’ve eaten this summer?
2. What’s the yummiest thing you’ve cooked/baked this summer?
3. What are you reading or listening to?
4. Would you rather swim in a pool or the ocean?
5. What’s something you’re thinking about, good or bad?
6. What are you most excited for that’s coming up? Or least excited for?
5. A trip Home to Cleveland, then NYC.
Even though Colorado is home after 17 years of living there, I still consider Cleveland, home home. It’s not a place I’d likely live again, but I grew up there. I have so many memories there, and all of our extended family lives there. Even though I only visit once, maybe twice a year, I remember it all like the back of my hand, and it still feels like home.
My point is that I enjoy our summer trips back to the Midwest. And this trip was special. We had my cousin’s wedding, but that was the only event we had planned. The rest of our time there was up to us to decide what to do. With life and work being almost consistently busy, I don’t get to spend much time one-on-one with my family like that. I LOVED my walks with my mom, loved when my dad joined us, and even loved the day Creighton tagged along too. I love that my family is really the people I want to talk to the most.
And then my time with Asher. We didn’t end up doing a full-on girls’ day because I’m antsy, and when the sun is out I want to be outside. But Mom, Asher, and I did do a spa trip late afternoon on my final night which was fun. But even more than that, I just enjoyed chit-chatting away with my little sister. She is such a teen, but think of her as 15 going on 26. The most mature, kind teenager you’ll ever meet.
Of course, it was awesome to see my grandpa, my aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews and celebrate my cousin Freddy’s wedding. We had dinner with someone different every night, so it was the perfect family catch-up!
One of the nights, we all went to Little Italy in Cleveland with my uncle Matt. We sat outside at the cutest little restaurant called Dolce Vita. Food-wise, that was definitely the best meal of my trip. We ordered a lot: everything from stuffed peppers to pasta, meatballs, chicken parmesan, and even a whole pizza (this was Oslo’s, but everyone ate it). It was all delicious—like DELICIOUS. Creighton was in his zone.
Then we walked to Mitchell’s to get Oslo his favorite – ice cream. He requested a scoop of vanilla and a scoop of chocolate and ate every bite.
It was great, and even though I had my moments of feeling like “I need to be working,” I did my best to embrace and use the time I had. And it all turned out great!
I’m looking forward to heading back for some book signings once the new cookbook is launched on November 19th. We’re planning all the tour stops now! Wahoo!
From Cleveland, it was on to New York City, where things couldn’t be more different. I stopped in the city for a day of meetings simply because I was already on this side of the US. I love any excuse to come to the city, and it was well worth the effort.
We have so much coming up in the next few months ahead of the cookbook launch. I CAN’T wait to share details soon. And beyond the cookbook, we have a handful of very exciting conversations happening too. I’m feeling so much excitement! I’m not ready to leave the city, to be honest, the energy here is always infectious.
We had a full day of meetings and then a fun birthday celebration to end the night. It couldn’t have been a better trip into the city. It was short and sweet and perfect.
6. The Hamptons – This Week!
And then some very fun news! I am back in New York next week, this time in the Hamptons! I’m hosting an event with Wölffer Estate Vineyard on Wednesday, July 24th, for anyone in the Hamptons. This event is ticketed, and the tickets are very limited, but if you’re in town, you can grab a ticket here.
And then, I am so excited about a book signing on Thursday, July 24th, at The Hamptons Bookstore at 1 p.m. Come, chat, grab a book or a photo, and spend the afternoon with me! It’s been a while since we have had a signing, so I’m really looking forward to this. Details are below! Please come out if you are in The Hamptons!
Lastly, if you’re not in the Hamptons, which I realize is most of you, don’t worry. We have a lot of events coming up in many different cities this fall. More to come!
7. Favorite links i’m loving.
Shop Like a Pro—What to Buy at Costco That Actually Saves You Money
The New Anti-Aging Necessity? Core Strength
Acne Isn’t Just a Skin Issue, It’s a Mental Health Issue Too
Meet the New Wave of Pastry Chefs Revolutionizing Paris’s Bakeries
15 Simple Habits That Will Change Your Life
These Are the Best Books of 2024 So Far
13 Nostalgic Summer Movies That Will Make You Feel Like a Kid Again
The Best Olympic Uniforms to Look For at the Summer 2024 Games
I Took My Daughter to See the Eras Tour in Ireland
8. Everything from the Nordstrom Sale.
fashion
accessories
bags
shoes
9. This week’s dinners + favorite weekend eats.
Monday: Thai Turkey Meatballs
Tuesday: Tomato Cheddar Chicken and Rice Bake
Wednesday: 20 minute Crispy Garlic Chicken Noodles
Thursday: Eggplant Zucchini Pesto Involtini
Friday: Skillet Garlic Butter Chicken and Zucchini Orzo
Saturday: Summer Bellinis 3 Ways
Sunday: Swirled Blackberry Lavender Sheet Cake
This post was originally published on July 21, 2024
In response to “Let’s Catch Up! A few questions.”
1. What’s the yummiest thing you’ve eaten this summer? Avocado
2. What’s the yummiest thing you’ve cooked/baked this summer? Baked Salmon with a kale salad
3. What are you reading or listening to? The Rule of Four by Caldwell and Thomason
4. Would you rather swim in a pool or the ocean? lake, a stream
5. What’s something you’re thinking about, good or bad? the future
6. What are you most excited about that’s coming up? Or least excited for? 27th wedding anniversary
Hi there,
Thanks so much for taking the time to answer today’s questions:) Love a good avocado and the baked salmon with kale salad sounds delicious. Happy Anniversary and have a great week! xT
1.What’s the yummiest thing you’ve eaten this summer? Fresh fruit!
2. What’s the yummiest thing you’ve cooked/baked this summer? Your pasta salads! So many of them!
3. What are you reading or listening to? Reading Beloved; just finished Before the Coffee Gets Cold – highly recommend!
4. Would you rather swim in a pool or the ocean? Lake
5. What’s something you’re thinking about, good or bad? Always thinking about what to cook for dinner!
6. What are you most excited for that’s coming up? Or least excited for Excited for my 20 year wedding anniversary!
Hey Teresa,
Thanks for reading today and taking the time to answer the questions! So glad to hear you have been enjoying the pasta salads, they are always such a great summer dish to make. Gotta love a good lake swim! Lol yes, I totally understand the question of “what to cook for dinner”. Happy Anniversary! xT
I’ll be making several of these recipes this week! I had a great, unusual salad at the Thompson Hotel in Dallas and said I need to ask Tieghan to create something similar! It was watermelon, cherry tomatoes, slightly candied slivered almonds, thinly sliced zucchini (?) that was pickled and kind of had a soy sauce flavor, served on top of a mild basil cream sauce. I’m sure you can make it better!
Hey Jennifer,
Happy Sunday! Let me know which recipes you end up making:) Ohh yum, that salad sounds so good, thanks for sharing the inspo, I will definitely try to play around with those flavors! Have a great week! xT
Loved seeing pics of your beautiful family!
Yummiest thing eaten- Texas peaches
Yummiest thing I cooked – your orange chicken.
Pool over ocean for swimming
Listening to Tom Lake on audiobooks.
Thinking about upcoming election. Very worried.
Looking forward to traveling to Central America.
Hey Diane,
Thanks for reading today!! Texas peaches sound so yummy! Thanks for trying the orange chicken. Where are you going in Central America?! Sounds so amazing, I hope you have the best time! xT
Did fall come early in the Midwest this year, so jealous of all your cute jeans and sweater looks! Still so hot out here on the eat coast, I’d love to start breaking out my sweater collection too lol, hopefully soon!
Hey Carrie,
Thanks for reading today! There were just a couple chilly nights when I was home that I was able to wear the jeans and sweater…I’m also a freeze baby:) The days were hot and beautiful still! Happy Sunday! xT
Your mother’s dress is great. She nailed the whole look + the floral earring tie in!
She looks fabulous.
Hey Wendy,
Thanks for your kind message! Right?! My mom always looks so awesome, in my opinion! Happy Sunday! xT
Hi Tieghan! You frequently post a photo with a young man. Today’s issue, he is in a red shirt. Can you tell us about him? I know I’m not the only one who is curious!
Hi Linda,
His name is Phil, he is a good friend and the co-owner of Snif…he is also married:) Thanks for reading today! xx
Loved reading about your adventures! Thank you for sharing.
Thanks so much for reading, Sylvia!! xT
Loved seeing all your pictures! But Asher!! She’s turned into a lovely young lady before our eyes. When I first started following you, she was just a little kid who I thought was your daughter lol! Enjoy your trip to the Hamptons. Can’t wait to hear all about it!
Hey Laura,
Lol isn’t it so wild to see how much she has grown?! It still amazes me everyday. I will definitely share all about my trip to the Hamptons, I am so excited! xx
1. What’s the yummiest thing you’ve eaten this summer? Reenders Michigan blueberries
yesterday
2. What’s the yummiest thing you’ve cooked/baked this summer? Open faced light-tuna salad (mayo not Miracle Whip) sandwiches on well toasted grainy bread topped/broiled with melted slices of sharp cheddar – in once a week rotation!
3. What are you reading or listening to? Reading Work Optional by Tanya Hester
4. Would you rather swim in a pool or the ocean? Hmmm – both!
5. What’s something you’re thinking about, good or bad? Presidential election – both good and bad
6. What are you most excited for that’s coming up? Or least excited for? Most excited ALWAYS for every new day – each precious moment!
Hey Colleen,
Thanks so much for reading today and giving the questions a response:) Yum, nothing better than fresh fruit! Love the tuna melt idea, thanks for sharing! Thanks for sharing the book you are reading, hope you are enjoying it. I love the positive attitude you have fore each new day! Have the best Sunday! xT
What a wonderful NFT this week! Thank you so much for sharing your family photos from Cleveland ❤️ Your parents are the cutest! And how did Asher so quickly go from the little girl in your first cookbook, sitting on the counter eating chocolate off a spoon, to such a beautiful young woman in that gorgeous yellow dress? 😭 Has it really been that long? Also, you look amazing with your hair pulled back. The pic of you in the denim dress (with your friend in NYC) is gorgeous! I too am in that awkward state of not wanting summer to end but also being ready to start welcoming fall. I hope your book tour brings you back to Chicago! Have a wonderful week and enjoy the Hamptons. Can’t wait to see pics next weekend!
Hey Jen,
Thanks so much for reading and your kind message:) Happy to share the photos from Cleveland! Right?! It’s so wild how times flie, Asher is really growing up to be the best ever! I would love a trip to Chicago, stay tuned on the locations! Have a great week ahead! xT
A great Sunday favourites and love all the photos from your trips this past week.
1) Yummiest thing I’ve eaten this summer – Funnily enough, your garlic butter creamed cork pork chops, super delicious.
2) Yummiest thing I’ve baked this summer – Lemon and blueberry cake.
3) The book I’m reading currently, albeit slowly, is Eat Pray Love, enjoying it so far.
4) Swim in a pool or the ocean? – Either. Just to swim is great for me, as I love swimming.
5) Something I’m thinking about – My sister and family in South Africa. They are not having a great time of things right now. I am helping them, however I am also worried about them. I do hope that things in the country improve.
6) I’m excited about completing the July cake and sugar flower projects and having a few friends round soon for hang out, chat and food. Fingers crossed the weather is good for when the come to visit.
Enjoy your trip to the Hamptons and have a good week 🙂
Hey Colleen,
Thanks so much for reading today and taking the time to answer the questions:) So glad you enjoyed the pork chop dish! I know Eat, Pray, Love has always been a popular read. Who doesn’t love a good swim especial in the summer right?! Sending love to your sister and family in South Africa! Best of luck on the cake and sugar flower projects:) xT
You look stunning in that long navy dress. Come to upstate NY for a book signing. 🙏
Thanks so much, Lucy!! I would love to, thanks for the suggestion! Have a great Sunday! xT
Your parents are just the best!
They really are:) Thanks, Rachel!
Lemme get my popcorn in anticipation of the response to the Hamptons event promotional interview. 🍿 😃
Same.