Sunday Scroll #148
a prayer for America on her 250th, moms who seem less stressed, and holiday weekend sales
Happy holiday weekend! I hope this post finds you curled up somewhere out of the heat with a warm cup of something in your hands. We’re spending our last weekend at the lake before heading home this week. Enjoy your scroll!
If your heart feels a little bit tangled about America’s 250th birthday this weekend, this beautiful reflection on holding grief and gratitude at the same time is worth your time — a gentle reminder that celebrating what’s good isn’t denying what’s broken. I read it twice and felt like I could breathe again.
What I’ve Noticed About Moms Who Seem Less Stressed. Spoiler: it has a lot to do with learning to care (and carry) just a little bit less.
My friend Julia just dropped her daughter off at sleepaway camp for the first time, and this post had me tearing up remembering that strange mix of excitement and heartbreak when I sent my own off.. “Every stage asks us, as mothers, to loosen our grip just a little more — which is obviously exactly what’s supposed to happen. But every stage breaks my heart just a touch more.”
Things stylish women do (that have nothing to do with designer labels).
Why does a hot pink umbrella or lime green phone case make us feel so good? A fun read on the psychology behind a splash of color and happiness!
Can confirm this quarter zip and shorts are an extremely good dupe for the Varley version (which I also own and love). At $50 for the set, I might need it in every color.
Everything you ever needed to know about baking the best chocolate chip cookies.
I’m excited about the new Legally Blond show, but I’m even more invested in the little-known actress playing young Elle Woods! She seems darling.
Simplified is 18 and to celebrate we’re having a HUGE sale with up to 60% off everything! I’m having a lot of feelings about my “first baby” growing up, but what I really want to say is thank you to all of you for supporting our small business, cheering us on, and letting us be a part of your everyday life. I wish I could reach out through the computer screen and hug each and every one of you who has been on this journey with us.
This eye cream is heaven for cooling + depuffing (and very much needed after a long and busy holiday weekend).
Holiday Weekend Sales:
Spanx is an extra 30% off sale! Both sets above are included, and when I tell you these compressions leggings snatch you! I also love this comfy jumpsuit for lounging.
Timeless skin care is 40% off (!!), a good time to stock up on the Vitamin C serum I use every single day.
20% off the Boll & Branch sheets we have on every bed.
30% off select Sarah Flint styles (sadly my very favorite heels are sadly not included, but worth every single cent in my opinion.)
20% off at Hill House, including the Ellie Nap Dress and the Cosima Nap Dress.
Coming next week:
With such a huge milestone for Simplified this week, I’ve been spending a lot of time reflecting on the last 18 years. I started my business at 25 years old, in the middle of the 2008 financial crisis, armed with a master’s degree and a big idea. No investors. No roadmap. No one to call who’d been there before.
It’s been a wild ride with five-figure mistakes, some big wins, and many lessons learned (usually the hard way). So next week I’m writing the letter I wish someone had handed me at 25 — the honest, no-holds-barred stuff about money, people, growth, and building a business as a young adult.
If you’ve ever had a dream tugging at your sleeve, next week’s post is for you.
Can’t wait to read your next post, sounds like an interesting read ☺️
Looking forward to next week’s post! Enjoy your final days at the lake!