The Chavez & Company Weekly
The Soft Landing Into August
August has a rhythm of its own — long light, tired kids, and the first quiet thought of backpacks. This week we cook three things that need almost nothing from us, reset the one drawer that runs the house, and get outside before the sun goes down.
Founder Note
Founder's Note
Welcome to The Chavez & Company Weekly
Hi friends,
I'm so happy you're here.
One of my goals for Chavez & Company has always been to become more than a household service. I want us to become a trusted resource for families—a place where you can find encouragement, practical ideas, and a little extra help each week.
As a working mom, I'm still learning too.
I'm learning how to create routines that actually work, how to balance motherhood with running a business, and how to give myself grace when everything doesn't go according to plan. Some weeks feel organized, while others remind me that life is beautifully unpredictable.
That's one of the reasons I wanted to create The Chavez & Company Weekly.
Every Friday, you'll find fresh dinner ideas, fun lunchbox inspiration, family activities, home tips, seasonal reminders, and simple ways to make everyday life feel a little lighter—all at no extra cost.
Think of it as a modern household magazine designed for busy families.
Whether you're looking for a quick dinner recipe, a creative lunch idea, a weekend activity, or just a little encouragement, I hope this becomes a place you look forward to visiting each week.
One of my favorite parts of what I do is being an extra set of hands.
There is something incredibly rewarding about walking into a home, helping lift the weight off someone's shoulders, and knowing that when we leave, a family can spend more time together instead of worrying about another chore waiting for them.
I truly look forward to meeting every client and building relationships that go far beyond a cleaning appointment.
I'm also incredibly grateful for my team. Their kindness, dedication, and genuine care for every family we serve are what make Chavez & Company so special. They show up every day with excellence, compassion, and a heart to help, and I couldn't be more thankful to have them by my side.
As we begin shifting into a back-to-school season, I know many families are preparing for new routines, busy schedules, packed lunches, homework, sports, and everything in between.
If there's one thing I hope you remember, it's this:
Asking for help doesn't make you weak.
It makes you human.
Whether it's asking a friend, leaning on family, or inviting our team into your home, you don't have to carry everything alone.
We're always here to help.
Thank you for welcoming us into your homes and allowing us to be part of your family's journey.
With gratitude, Edelvis Chavez Founder, Chavez & Company
Home Tip of the Week
Reset the drawer that runs your house
Every home has one drawer everything passes through — chargers, permission slips, batteries, a stray sock. When that drawer is chaos, everything else feels chaotic too. Give it twenty minutes this week.
- 01Empty it completely onto a towel. All of it, no sorting yet.
- 02Make three piles: belongs here, belongs elsewhere, garbage.
- 03Wipe the drawer out and add two small containers — one for cords, one for tiny things.
- 04Put back only what you touched in the last month. Walk the rest to its real home tonight.
Dinner Made Easy
Three simple family dinners
Grilled marinated chicken with corn & tomato salad
- 2 lb chicken breast or thighs
- 4 ears sweet corn
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 red onion
- Olive oil, lime, cumin, garlic
Marinate the chicken in oil, lime, cumin and garlic while the grill heats. Grill chicken and corn together, then cut the corn off the cob and toss with tomatoes, onion and lime. Make extra chicken — Wednesday depends on it.
Baked ziti with zucchini
- 1 lb ziti
- 1 jar marinara or fresh tomato sauce
- 2 zucchini, grated
- 1 container ricotta
- Shredded mozzarella
Boil the pasta short of al dente, fold in sauce, grated zucchini and ricotta, top with mozzarella and bake at 400°F for 20 minutes. Freezes beautifully — make two, keep one.
Chicken & avocado rice bowls
- Leftover grilled chicken, sliced
- Rice
- 2 avocados
- Cucumber and shredded lettuce
- Black beans, lime, cilantro
Warm the rice, slice Monday's chicken, set everything on the counter and let everyone build their own. Greens of your choice, always.
Always add greens of your choice. Printable recipe cards are coming soon.
Grocery List
Everything for all three dinners
17 items to buy · 17 still on the list
Check the pantry first
Olive oil · cumin · garlic
Add greens of your choice — and if the week gets busy, Chavez & Company can take the shopping and the cooking off your plate.
Lunchbox Corner
Lunches worth looking forward to
Ages 1–4
Toddler snack tray
- Grilled corn cut off the cob
- Cheese cubes
- Blueberries
- Soft pita strips with hummus
Ages 5–12
Camp & school bento
- Leftover ziti in a thermos
- Cucumber coins with ranch
- Peach slices
- A cake pop for the last day of camp
Work
Grown-up desk lunch
- Chicken and avocado bowl, cold
- Corn and tomato salad
- Boiled egg
- Iced tea in a jar
Family Activity
Where to go this week
Cove Island Park sunset walk
Stamford's easiest evening out — flat loop, sand, and a breeze off the Sound. Go after dinner when the heat breaks and everyone sleeps better for it.
Rye Playland boardwalk
Best for ages 3+. Arrive right at 10 AM when the gates open, and check the website first for late-summer hours.
Backpack drawer + library card refresh
Start one back-to-school drawer now and stop at the library on the way home. Air conditioning, new books, and forty minutes where someone else is in charge.
Seasonal Living — Late Summer
August: the last of the good tomatoes
Connecticut corn, tomatoes, peaches and peppers are at their absolute peak and will be gone before you know it. Cook simply and let the produce carry the meal.
The Chavez Way
“You do not have to earn rest by finishing everything. Rest is part of the work.”
See you next Friday