A Summer Capsule Wardrobe | Cup of Jo
Every summer, I love wearing just a handful of pieces over and over. That way, getting dressed every morning is easy, and packing for trips
What Did You Do This Weekend?
“Would you ever consider a Monday update?” a reader named Molly commented a while back. “It could complement to the ‘Have a Great Weekend’ posts.
Grandma Anne’s Secret Jell-O | Cup of Jo
I love making food that people appreciate — the kind of meal that makes the whole table go quiet at the first bite. But you know
The First Moment My Children Said My Name
Hallie Bateman is a writer, illustrator and twin mom based in Cincinnati, Ohio. She’s the author of four books, including the bestselling What To Do
Have a Sweet Weekend. | Cup of Jo
What are you up to this weekend? Tonight I’m going to the new Greenpoint Comedy Club — will report back! — and tomorrow we have a close
11 Readers Share Their Beautiful Gardens
It’s my favorite time of the year — when we feature the gorgeous gardens of the Cup of Jo community. Sprawling native wildflowers! Towering sunflowers!
What Are Your Favorite Under-the-Radar TV Shows?
A couple months ago, we wrote about under-the-radar movies, and you guys DELIVERED. (Plus One! Goodbye Lenin! The Place Beyond the Pines!) So, today, I’d
Let’s Help This Reader Find a Birthday Dress!
Recently, a Cup of Jo reader emailed us with a question… “My 40th birthday is this June, and I’m hosting a party in a garden,”
On Being an Only Child
A while back, we shared stories from parents of only children — the pros, cons, and anecdotes of raising a solo child. Today we’re hearing from
A Week of Outfits: Olivia Muenter
Someone recently pointed out to bestselling novelist Olivia Muenter that she tends to romanticize life. “That’s my instinct,” she told me. “Of course, life is