A slower, simpler way to live—without the pressure to get it perfect.

This blog is about clearing the clutter, tuning in, and making space for what matters. Honest, grounded, and low-key helpful—these posts are little nudges toward a calmer, more natural life.

Zoe McClory Zoe McClory

Make Your Sourdough Work for You

I used to think sourdough had to be exact to be good. But once I let go of the strict schedules and endless weighing, everything changed. Now my starter lives in the fridge, my loaves turn out better, and I actually enjoy the process. This is how I made sourdough work for my life instead of the other way around.

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The Ugly Bag

A freezer bag full of scraps might not sound like much, but it is the secret to the best homemade bone broth. This simple method reduces waste, saves money, and makes your house smell incredible.

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A Week of Real-Life Dinners When I’m Too Tired to Cook

Real life, no fuss dinners for the nights you are too tired to cook but still want something clean and nourishing on the table. These seven meals use five ingredients or less, take minimal effort, and actually work when you are running on fumes.

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Pantry Swaps That Actually Made My Life Easier

I didn’t plan to overhaul my pantry—but one day I opened the door and realized I’d actually done it. No more boxed dinners, no mystery sauces—just real food I actually use. These are the pantry swaps that quietly stuck. No guilt, no expensive powders, just a simpler way to cook and live. Bonus: my family still eats it without complaining.

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