Sunday Prep Vol. 40

The week where we were named Forbes' Best Planner and play spring bingo.

Make space for enjoyment.

Simplicity isn’t just about removing—it’s about creating room for what you love. A walk outside, coffee in the sun, an early bedtime. Leave space for moments that restore you.

Something to do today:

Open the windows for 20 minutes. Even if it’s chilly. Let fresh air move through your space while you tidy up, change the sheets, or prep dinner. Winter air can feel stale—literally and figuratively. A short reset shifts the energy of your home more than you think.

Something to do this week:

Start a simple running list titled “Spring Refresh.” As you notice things (window washing, patio cushions, garden beds), jot them down. You’re not doing them yet—just capturing them so they stop swirling in your head.

Foil Packet Dinner

Page 134 in The Simplified Cookbook

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 (1 oz) packet of onion soup mix

• 1 lb small potatoes

• 2 (14.4 oz) cans green beans

• 4 Tbsp. butter, divided

• Optional: finely chopped parsley to top

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2. Cut 4 pieces of aluminum foil, 18-ish inches long each, and spray them with nonstick cooking spray.

3. Using your hands, mix ground beef and onion soup mix in a bowl. Divide the mixture into 4 and roll them into balls. Smash the tops of the balls slightly to make them flatter, but not as flat as a hamburger patty.

4. Wash and quarter potatoes. Place one-quarter of the potatoes in the center of each piece of aluminum foil.

5. Drain green beans and place an even portion on top of the potatoes in each packet.

6. Place beef patties on top of vegetables.

7. Place 1 Tbsp of butter on top of each beef patty.

8. Close each aluminum foil packet by pulling up the sides then bringing the other two sides to meet.

9. Bake for 45 minutes, or until patties reach 160 degrees internally.

This is such a great weeknight meal for busy weeks. Easy prep, easy cleanup—win win!

Get ahead of your week & make time for the things on your agenda!

1. Book your annual physical or dentist appointment

2. Wash your windows (even if just the insides)

3. Text a friend a genuine compliment

4. Choose a day to swap your closet to spring

5. Check for March birthdays and mail cards early

👇What else are you putting in your planner this week?

1. Emily and Carly started using this hairspray. Now we all want to try! This brand smells amazing.

   

2. Our team is loving this color right now. And this adorable top is on saleee!

3. Big news: Lindsey’s new takeout order of choice is Chipotle’s crunchy tacos. Has anyone tried them?

   

4. These $12 earrings are a new everyday staple.

5. Team meetings are now filled with lots of Bridgerton talk. Laura convinced Brittany to start watching and now Brittany can’t look away, listening to podcasts, and watching Queen Charlotte too!

   

6. Laura’s girls love this clay kit. Keeping them creative and busy for a long time! This would make a great birthday party gift for kids.

   

7. Roller Rabbit x Target launches on Saturday! Don’t miss all the cute things at great prices.

8. Dusty is reading The Family Remains, and highly recommends. What are you reading right now?

   

9. This very beautiful, very bright dress is perfect for Easter.

10. Whitney is working on her garden with a fresh Garden Planner. We already can’t wait to see the beauty she grows!

    

Each week, we're answering your real-life questions—about routines, meal ideas, work-life balance, favorite movies, and everything in between. Got a question? Leave it in the comments!

Q: “What’s something outside of work that’s been bringing you a lot of joy lately?”

Emily: Planning a trip to snowy Colorado for a few days over Spring Break! My Florida-born kids love to see snow!

Brittany: Planning a trip to Italy! We have never been before and I am so excited to explore a new country and culture, and to spend some quality time with my husband and cousin besties!

Whitney: Creating just to create. Instead of a resolution for 2026 I made a list of projects I want to try!

Dusty: Crocheting. I set out a goal to make everyone in the family a blanket this year. 3 down, 7 to go!

Laura: Spending 1-on-1 time with my girls!

Carly: Swimming! I swam competitively from grade school to college, and took a long break after I graduated. Now, I’m swimming regularly again with a local adult group, and it’s been an absolute blast. I’m both mentally and physically happier because of it!

Lindsey: I’ve been enjoying walking by myself outside while listening to music. It’s simple, but it’s been a really nice way to clear my head and have a little time that’s just mine.

Liz: I’ve been trying to step away at lunch time for a quick walk outside with my husband and the dog. It doesn’t happen every work day, but I’ve been making a major effort to squeeze it in and it makes such a difference in my afternoon.

🩷 Have a question for our team? Leave it in the comments and your Q might be featured next week!

1. We were named Forbes’ Best Overall Planner for 2026, and we’re still pinching ourselves. What an incredible honor for Simplified. But let’s be honest… we’ve always known it’s the best Planner. 😉

   

2. Our Travel Collection launched on Wednesday and it’s officially out in the world. The Misty Meadow Train Case has been the bestseller so far. And of the new charms, the Bow is the favorite! What did you get?

3. Lindsey and Carly flew to Pensacola this week for a spring photoshoot with Emily and the new collection. They spent the day picking outfits, styling details, and yes—throwing confetti (obviously). Emily now has all the new products… and she will not stop showing them on Instagram. Consider this your warning!

Welcome to Springo Bingo!

Mark off a few this week, go for a full row, or work your way through the whole board during March. No pressure to finish—just enjoy the season and have fun with it.

Download here.

Name one small risk you want to take this month.

Why does it feel worth it?

Get your journal for the season here.

Thanks for reading this week’s edition of Sunday Prep! We hope you have the best week! Can’t wait to chat Wednesday in our next Post! 💕