Regular shoes always make my feet burn, which is why I usually just walk completely barefoot on my walking pad. It was my first time trying these barefoot shoes, and I walked 2.49 miles today with absolutely no issues! Now I need a second pair for my indoor walks! 👣 #walking #fitness #barefootshoes

Slept horribly because someone was setting off illegal fireworks last night, my poor dog was absolutely terrified! 😡 Somehow I still dragged myself out early for a 2.5 mi walk. Made an iced latte, trying to get through another 1.5 inches of knitting before I start the hood decreases. 🧶 #knitsky

Finally slept in, walked the dog and now im enjoying a double matcha and getting a few rows of knitting. 🧶 … and I spy with my little eyes, something fluffy... 🤍 #knitsky #dogsky #cosmoflufftales

Successfully dragged my teen out with me today. It was a bit cool and windy, but honestly, it was such a gorgeous day to be out on the trail. We walked 2.48mi 💪 #walking #nature #trail

I’m finally working on the hood section of my Nomad Scarf. I’ve got 6 inches of straight knitting ahead of me before I can start the decreases. #knitsky #NomadScarf

About to cook a quick weekday dinner. Craving Vietnamese-style tomato sardines (Cá Mòi Sốt Cà) over white rice, so I'm jazzing up a tin with what I have on hand. Just going to sauté the shallot and garlic, add sardines, a splash of fish sauce and a pinch of sugar, and top with cilantro. #cooking

Had some time to kill before my daughter’s dentist appt, so we popped into Michael’s. I wasn’t planning on buying more yarn, but these new Caron cakes in Sunshine Pop and Candy Floss were too good to pass up. 🧶✨ #knit #knitsky #caroncakes #yarn

Logged 2.47 miles with this view today. Can’t beat a bright blue sky and rolling hills. #walking #nature

So excited… I’m almost done with the increases on the right side of my Nomad Scarf! Finally moving on to the hood part next. This project is taking me a bit longer since I had to take a break from knitting for a while, but I can feel my spark coming back.✨ #knit #knitsky #NomadScarf

Walked 2.53 miles with the weighted vest this morning. The weather was perfect, cool and breezy. Great start to the day 🩵 #walking #health

Finally treated myself to a portable wrist yarn holder. No more runaway yarn cakes for me.🧶 #knit #knitsky

Quick chicken parm + fusilli bucati for a busy weeknight. #cooking #pasta #fusilli #chickenparm #ilovefood

Got 4,300 steps in with my weighted vest this morning. Now I'm winding down with a hot cup of chrysanthemum tea and my knitting. #knitsky #goodmorning #chrysanthemumtea

Nighttime knitting and watching Desi Bling✨ #knit #knitsky

Anyone looking for the ultimate dog shampoo and conditioner, it’s CHI for dogs. We've tried tons of brands, but his coat has never been this soft and extra fluffy. Not sponsored, just a genuinely great find that's super affordable. 1/2🧵 #dogsky #doggrooming #dogs

School is officially out. Our teen is an only child and we’re so lucky she still loves quality time with us. We moved her mattress into our room for a week-long summer sleepover, and we’ll probably do it a bunch more before break ends. Love her so much ❤️ #parenting #onlychild #qualitytime

I needed more yarn for my current project and was so happy to find a fresh skein already spun and ready in my stash. I was completely dreading the thought of possibly having to untangle yarn before spinning it! 🙌🧶 #knit #knitsky

Look what I got in the mail... just EarPods. Haven’t used a wired pair in forever. Definitely needed these because I am awful at keeping things charged. 😅 #earpods

A rare photo of me in my natural habitat. 📸 Since it’s a holiday Monday, my husband joined our park routine and played paparazzi. His camera quality might not match mine, but I love having this memory! 🥰 #dogmom

Mom’s Bánh xèo for lunch. There’s really nothing like cooking made with love. 💕 #vietnamesefood #ilovefood #banhxeo #food

A simple furniture shuffle completely changed the vibe. My setup is by the window now, catching the evening breeze and looking outside. It's so much better than before. Hoping this new view keeps the momentum going so I can move on to a garment pattern next. 🧶 #knit #knitsky

Sunday dinner hit the spot. Made a Thai chicken sandwich with lettuce, tomato, Kewpie mayo, ketchup, and a homemade Som Tum coleslaw for a nice tangy crunch. And of course crinkle fries 😋 #chickensandwich #ilovefood #thaifood

This Virgo Moon energy is relentless. One thing after another on my list today, and I am officially running on empty. 😩 #mooninvirgo

Clearing out the stagnant energy today. A deep clean and a furniture rearrangement were exactly what my home needed. The space just feels lighter now.✨ #deepclean #goodenergy #goodvibes

Squeezing in some knitting in the car, the right side of the Nomad Scarf is coming along. 🧶 #knitsky #knit #nomadscarf

I swapped dessert for goji, jujube, and longan tea tonight. It has just enough natural sweetness to help my sweet cravings. #tea #dessert

I love that the days are getting longer. The evening sun is hitting the dining room just right, and with the windows open, the breeze and the wind chimes are such a nice reminder to just slow down and breathe. Honestly, the perfect end to the day. #peacefulmoment #slowdown #lifeisgood

I’ve been on a massive canned sardine kick lately. 🐟 Tonight’s dinner is air-fried sardines over warm, soft Bánh Ướt (Vietnamese rice flour crepes.)Topped it with tons of fresh herbs, cucumber, chili for a kick, and fish sauce. 🤌 #sardine #cannedsardine #vietnamesefood #banhuot

I can always count on the moon being in Leo to lift my spirits. ✨ #mooninleo #goodvibesonly

Celebrating our daughter’s 8th grade promotion with some yummylicious ramen and boba drinks. High school, here she comes! ✨ #proudparents #ramen #celebration

Bad craving for chocolate chip cookies, so I’m baking two batches now. 😅🍪 Because one batch is never enough! #chocolatechipcookies #baking

Canned sardines in tomato sauce, but make it gourmet. 🐟🍅 Added sliced shallots, fresh cilantro, and chopped bird's eye chilies for that essential kick. Simple, fiery, and perfect with some warm rice or french fries… yes, french fries. Don't knock it until you try it! 😋 #cannedsardines #lunch

My mother makes the best Bún riêu. 🤌 #vietnamesefood #noodlesoup #dinnertime #nomnom

It gets exciting when you finally see the transition happening in the stitches. Halfway through the hood increases and the shape is finally starting to emerge. 🧶✨ #NomadScarf #knit #knitsky

This weekend I discovered silent cooking vlogs. 🍳 The minimal vibes and rhythmic kitchen sounds are exactly what I needed to get back into knitting. 🧶 It’s amazing how much easier it is to focus on a pattern when the background is this peaceful.😌 #knitsky #knit #silentvlogs

Good morning 🌧️ A double matcha from my sweet husband and a few quiet rows of knitting. Happy Sunday, everyone. 💕✨ #knitsky #knit #sundaymorning #matcha

Back to my Nomad Scarf after a few weeks away. 🧶 I had to go quiet to focus on my health. A reminder that in my 40s, I can’t just run on low battery and hope for the best. I realized I stay on autopilot until I’m completely empty, but tending to myself is actually the most… 1/2🧵 #knitsky #health

Decided to level up the cookie game by adding some bold Vietnamese instant coffee to the dough. They’re in the oven right now, and it’s smelling divine. 🍪☕️ #cookies #vietnamesecoffee #baking

I’ve been reaching for freshly grated ginger, honey, and steamed soy milk every time a sweet craving hits lately. It’s simple but so satisfying.

Finally got my first knitting book! I’m going to start swatching my way through it using my yarn stash. It feels like the perfect middle ground because it's easier to pick up than a huge project, but definitely keeps me on my toes so I don't get bored. 🧶✨ #knit #knitsky

I ♥️ my dog. 🐾✨ #dogs #ilovemydog

I tried a 10-minute walk immediately after eating, and the difference is wild. Zero food coma, no afternoon crash, and I actually have energy to finish the day. I’m committing to this for a full week to see what happens. #health #walking

The world can feel like a lot, but I’m making a conscious effort to look past the noise. Today, the glimmer wins.✨ #chooselove #findtheglimmer

Swapped the cream for silken tofu in our pasta tonight. It was light and surprisingly smooth. My daughter kept adding more sauce to her plate. 🤌✨ #pasta #tofu #dinner

Heading home 🚗 The Nomad Scarf is exactly the kind of easy-going, mindless knit I needed for this road trip. #knit #knitsky #nomadscarf

New project… Nomad Scarf 🧶 #knit #knitsky #nomadscarf

Finally finished my Alice Top by PetiteKnit. Swapped the rolled edge for 1x1 ribbing to keep it laying flat. Much better. 🧶✨ #knit #knitsky #alicetop #petiteknit

The Alice Top is finally growing! After redoing the front right four times, I’m officially on to the back for some steady knit and purl rows.🧶✨ #knit #knitsky #alicetop

Expanded the hook collection today, but Daiso’s new handle colors totally threw me off! I accidentally grabbed a duplicate 3.5mm thinking it was a new size. 😅 These are actually so essential for picking up stitches on my knitting projects. #crochethooks #knit #knitsky

After an hour of struggling with the V-neck split on my Alice Top by Petiteknit, I stepped away for a dog walk. Coming back with fresh eyes made the pattern finally click. I really enjoy the mental challenge that knitting provides. 🧠💪🧶 #knit #knitsky #alicetop #petiteknit