March 16, 2025

I’m excited to launch a new section of the newsletter: Les Cinq (The Five)! Every week, I’ll share five things I’m currently loving—whether it’s a new book, a must-have travel item, or something that’s simply bringing me joy. You can find these links here.

1. Running with a view – When your running route includes a waterfront path with breathtaking views of the French Alps, how could you not become a runner? After doing some research, I landed on the Asics GT-2000 running shoes, and months later, they still feel as amazing as they did on my first run.

2. Korean skincare obsession – A friend introduced me to Korean skincare last year, and I’ve been hooked ever since. My current favorite? Biodance Bio Collagen Real Deep Mask have kept my skin glowing all winter.

3. A book worth the hype – The Wedding People by Alison Espach has been all over bestseller lists, and my book club recently picked it up. It’s every bit as good as people say—Espach masterfully blends humor and heartbreak in a way that feels so real.

4. The perfect adventure backpack – Whether we’re skiing in the winter or hiking on the weekends, I needed a backpack that could handle both. The Rab Protium 20L Day Packis the perfect size for our mountain escapes; compact yet spacious enough for everything I need.

5. A new morning habit – I’m a huge fan of Mel Robbins and her podcast, and one episode in particular - The 7-Day Reset for More Time, Energy & Happiness - really stuck with me. She talks about “brain dumping” every morning, and I’ve started incorporating it into my routine with my favorite Moleskin journal and a pen made here in Switzerland, Caran D’ache. Highly recommend giving it a try!