Five Simple Things (July 7)

Hello.

Here are five things this week.

1. This moon.

We took a drive to Waldport this week to check out the beach there and to also see a good/different view of the Full Thunder Supermoon. It was such a good call and the Supermoon did not disappoint.

2. This camera.

Last week I mentioned a camera I was trying for on eBay that was being sold by a Japanese camera dealer. Well, I won the bid and here it is. Film cameras are one of my favorite things and I can't wait to take pictures with this beauty.

3. This dig.

Skylar and I loved these dinosaur excavation eggs. It's a clay that you break apart with water and the provided chisel and keep digging away until you reach the dinosaur inside. It took us about 15 minutes to break through the clay egg and we had a blast. We dug out the Saurolophus and the Triceratops in our eggs, and the guide that comes with the kit shows all of the dinosaurs you could excavate. They are sold in a large pack, but are totally worth it. The brand is Thames & Kosmos and they also have other amazing kits and experiments for kids.

4. This area.

We set up an area near the front window in the front area of the house for Skylar to work on his college homework and study. He had been able to focus more on what he needs to focus on, and keeping a television out of this area has been beneficial for us all. It's more of a study, reading, and "serious" area now with all of the distractions taken out. We got room dividers to separate the area, as well, and we all think it looks great!

5. These subscriptions.

Kiwi Eco Box favorite item this month was the cotton buds. I love the wooden sticks they are on and the fact that they are 100% biodegradable. The Might Nest Mighty Fix this month is bug repellent in a spray and towel form. The smell isn't overwhelming and it's DEET-free, which is always a plus. For the Kinder Beauty Box this month, my favorite product was the Botanical Hydrating Moisturizer. Since having my breast surgery in 2020 I have been staying constant with applying moisturizer to my scars. Not only does it make their appearance less noticeable, it makes them hydrated and less itchy, too.

One more thing:

I signed up for Threads and so far, I am liking it. I'm not sure how many more social media sites we need, but I think I am good for now. Threads is a nice calm social site, though. If you are on there, too, let's connect. @lifeataswellspace.

Positive affirmations this week:

If only I had this advice in a positive way when I was growing up. It's important to work on yourself before bringing anyone else into your life. I have instilled in my son the things that weren't taught to me at a young age. I tell Skylar that your education and future matter more than a relationship right now and to trust the process. What's meant for you will come when it's time for you. Don't rush anything. Life is not a race. If I had any advice to give, slow down, because once it's done, it's done. You can't have a do over and the more we rush it, the more we miss out on. Self love is so much more important than other people's love. You can't love others if you don't first love yourself. You can do this! 🌈