the Weekender

Happy hellos from a sunny and soon-to-be hot Saturday!

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Miscellany:

1. I finally sat my bootie down and wrote my thank you cards from my 50th birthday party this week… I just kept procrastinating, and I don’t even know why!

It was incredibly rewarding to write my friends and family and thank them for their generous gifts. I love snail mail, and while many people don’t send thank you cards anymore, I’m hoping those cards will be a bright spot in each of their mailboxes.

Since our party was boho-themed, I purchased these Thank You cards. Occasionally, I enjoy adding one of these thoughtful pop-open cards too.

2. Nash went back to doggy daycare one day this week. The heat has been intense, and his paw is 99% back to normal; we knew he needed it. Honestly, I think we all did. Haha.

3. This past week, I shared this Cheesecake Factory Strawberry Shortcake copycat recipe. YUM! If you missed that post, be sure to take a look.

4. Last night, Steve and I saw Nate Bargatze. Oh my gosh! It was so good. Laughter is good for the soul friend. I love that he’s a clean comedian, too. So many comedians lose me with their vulgarity, ya know?

Have you heard of Nate Bargatze?

While all the comedians were good, it was so hot — my worst nightmare. Haha. I kept chanting between the crowds and heat, “Home is my happy place.” Home is my happy place.” 😂😆

5. Dearest Gentle Reader, are you a fan of Bridgerton?

OMG! The series is amazeballs. Season 3 did not disappoint, and I couldn’t be happier to see Penelope find her voice and match (true love).

If you’re not familiar, it’s a show on Netflix. So good. Bingeworthy for sure.

6. The presidential debate was less dramatic than I expected but a hot mess nonetheless. This election is concerning in several ways. We must pray.

7. We’re on the hunt for a new cordless vacuum cleaner. Do you have any favorites you’d like to share with us? We’ve had a Shark for 6 or 7 years and need to replace it. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

I’ve been researching, but all the reviews are 50/50. Help.

8. We just bought our third set of pans in 15 years. I won’t share the brand until we’ve used them several times and decided if they’re worth sharing. However, we are trying Ceramic for the first time. Stay Tuned.

First Set: Pampered Chef (wedding gifts, used for over ten years)
Second Set: Calphalon (used for about six years)
Third Set: TBA

9. I purchased a pair of huaraches using some of my birthday money. I’ve been wearing them around the house (with socks) to break them in. I love a good slip-on, and sunny adventures await! ☀️❤️

10. Have a happy and safe July 4th! 🇺🇸

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This Vegetable Chopper.

My favorite frozen summer drink.

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Simple Patriotic Cake Batter Cookies.

These Cinnamon Crisps. 😋

These ADORABLE Mini Crochet planter covers.

This 4th of July Scavenger Hunt.

100 Simple Ways to Immediately Improve your Life.

Love this Retractable Eyebrow Pencil.

This Moisture Mask has saved my hair!