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Friday Favorites 4.24

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This week felt long yet also went by quickly. Anyone else? I’ve also tried to be more intentional about doing housework during the week to free up my weekends, and now I have too much time on my hands. For the first time, I don’t know what to do with all of this free time! I’ve been reading before bed and spending time building my ShopMy account. Also, a sign that I am an adult is that I’m excited to go to the gym and grocery store on Saturday. Don’t judge! I just love waking up early and being productive on a Saturday and then having a lazy Sunday. Nothing better!

Stopped at the grocery store on my way from home on Tuesday and got a container of strawberries. It might be the highlight of my week to have fresh fruit to snack on again.

Grabbing an Aperol Spritz on a Friday after work. Bonus points that we were able to sit outside and enjoy that it was still sunny after 7pm.

Choosing to make simple and easy dinners this week with a glass of wine this week.

My step count has been very high this week. I can start to feel my body getting stronger, and my legs are also hating me and begging for a break after two days of 12k steps in a row.

Repurchased this face moisturizer to use under my makeup daily.

Still loving this face wash, especially now that my face is starting to get sweaty with the warmer temperatures.

Speaking of warmer temperatures, hello humidity! Picked up this spray for my hair to prevent frizz and keep my hair smooth.

Started Euphoria this week, and I have a lot of thoughts…..

Not technically a show, but I have been listening to the Call Her Daddy podcast during my commute to work. I used to listen to a lot of news and current event podcasts; however, the pivot has been refreshing.

The Noah Kahan album came out, and I can already tell it’s going to be a sad summer….

Still loving and reading the Plated Prisoner series this week!

My Recent Evening Routine for Spring

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Going to work when it’s nice out makes getting out of bed even harder! Recently, I’ve been trying to make the most out of my evenings when it’s light out later, and it’s still warm outside. I love the warmer months because I feel like we get so much more out of our days with the extra hours of daylight. Here are some of the things in my evening routine that bring me joy!

As soon as I get home, I immediately change out of my work clothes into comfy clothes – but not pajamas!

I don’t like putting on pajamas because I’m not ready to end my night. So I’ll throw on some workout clothes or comfortable clothes instead.

Go to the gym

We are very lucky, and a new gym has opened within walking distance of our house. So now it makes going to the gym after work easier to fit into our schedules. After the gym, we like to grab dinner or maybe stop by the grocery store on our way back to the house.

Sit in the yard and
enjoy a book

After staring at a screen or socializing all day, I love to sit in the yard with a book and enjoy the silence!

Make dinner

Cooking dinner is honestly my happy place! I like to put on a show on the iPad to play in the background as I prep and cook. During the Spring and Summer months, it’s easier to cook with fresh veggies, and I love using them when I cook from scratch. It’s nice to be able to make something for yourself at the end of the day.

Out to eat on a weeknight

On those really nice days that the last place I want to be is home, I love to go out to eat during the week. Extra bonus points if they have outdoor dining!

Open the windows

If you don’t have the time or the space to enjoy some quiet time downstairs, open your windows and let your house BREATHE!

Skincare

Doesn’t matter what time of year it is, I need to commit a few minutes every night to my skin.

Keep your bedroom clean

It takes a few extra minutes to tidy up every day, but I swear I’m a much happier person waking up and going to bed with a cleaner bedroom.

Friday Favorites 4.17

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We had an unexpected heat wave this week, so I spent as much time as I could outside. I’m in my second week at my new job, and I’m really loving it. Jake was looking at me weirdly the other night, and when I asked him why he was staring, he commented that my face looks really different now that I am in a less stressful job. And it’s true. I can tell my body is less stressed, and I’ve been enjoying waking up earlier in the morning. I also need to find a new hobby now that I get out of work earlier and have a few hours to myself in the evening. This weekend, I am excited to relax outside, bake, and read a new book. Hope you have a great weekend and get to enjoy this warm weather!

  • I’m back to wearing “work clothes,” so I’m slowly rebuilding that part of my closet. I’ve been wearing these $35 comfortable work pants and need to get them in more colors!
  • Adding this bag to my wish list for Spring and Summer.
  • I’ve been taking this vitamin pack for a few months now, and I love that it has every pill in a pouch.
  • I’ve had my eye on this yellow sweatshirt and finally hit check out.
  • This setting spray keeps my makeup where it should be (on my face) and not completely melted off by the time I get into the office.
  • NYX gifted me these new lipsticks, and they have been fun to use!

Recently went to Ulta and picked up a few things I needed to restock on.

  • Finished reading Brimstone. Not one of my favorites, but happy I was able to push through and read it.
  • Listening to Crescent City while I commute to work since I finished rereading ACOTAR to get ready for the next book.
  • I got the Plated Prisoner series for Christmas, and I started it this week. I understand the hype about the series after almost reading the first book in one night…

Friday Favorites 4.3

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Happy April! I can’t believe SPRING is finally here after a very long and cold winter. This week, we finally had some really warm and sunny days. I did everything I could to enjoy every single minute of that sunshine! This was also my last week at my job, so I’m feeling all of the emotions. But also looking forward to Monday when I start my new job. Here are some of my favorite things this week…

  • grabbed drinks and dinner after work on Monday
  • ice cream for dinner on Tuesday
  • a clean house
  • plants are coming back to life in our yard
  • this sunshine!!

The Valley

Secret Lives of Mormon Wives

Loving the new AUSSIE ultra wonder daily hair mist

This scented shampoo and conditioner is getting me in the mood for spring

Just ordered more of this face wash that cleans my face and leaves it feeling soft

entering my anti-hustle era

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“I think I’m done,” I said one morning when I woke up. I was still in bed, and my eyes were half open. My alarm is going off, and I’m hitting the snooze button without looking. This was a few weeks ago, when I had the internal conversation that I was ready to leave my job. I didn’t want to quit, but I also knew I wanted to quit my job. My job had a lot more positives than negatives. I loved my team, my students, and what I had accomplished over the last four years. But my body told me that morning that I was done.

Now, finding a job in this economy? Challenging. But I also gave myself time to be picky. Looking at job listings that I knew I could do, but did I really want to do that? In our twenties, we hustle constantly. Work hard to learn new skills, get better roles, and use our free time to socialize as much as we can. My thirties have been all about how I can do the least: weekends that are relaxing, jobs that have boundaries, and extra money goes into savings.

After a few months of looking and, more importantly, being picky, I found a job. One that allows me to use my skillset and also have a life outside of work. After I put in my three-week notice, I started to doubt myself. Should I really leave? I hate change. So why am I changing things? I’ll admit I’m a little scared – but more importantly, looking forward to being challenged. When we have a job where we are not challenged and feel limited, it’s time to go. I had done everything I could in my previous role, and it was time for someone else to take it to the next level.

I’m also excited to have a job that allows me to do more during the day than just work. I love going to the gym or going on a long walk after work. Make time for laundry during the week so my weekends are free for relaxing or activities. I did the hustle thing in my twenties – working multiple jobs to make ends meet and chase promotions. Now in my thirties, I want hobbies, time with my husband, and not to feel tired all the time!

I’m also excited to have more time for this little corner of the internet!