Five Simple Things (November 1)

 Hello.

Here are five things this week.

1. These clouds.

The sky is the bluest I've ever seen, and the clouds are the fluffiest. West coast skies are always worth looking at.

2. This street.

I will buy you that big house way up in the West Hills....  AI seems to think this quote was about "it."

3. These views.

Autumn comes in as a mix of different moments. Each day could be different from the previous. No complaints.

4. This cookbook.

This cookbook was offered from our local bank when we went to make a deposit this week. The teller told me if was writing by kids, and part of Furniture Share in Albany, Oregon. So, of course, I had to buy it. I have already made the 'Tater Soup,' and it was delicious.

5. These gifts.

Jeff received gifts from Selmet this week. They showed him their appreciation for his hard work in training new employees hired on at the company. He works so hard and has been there for over 20 years. The little gratitude gifts they give out from time to time, really mean a lot to him. We are proud of him, and it was nice of them to show how much they appreciate him, as well.

One last thing:

 

These two new items are now in the shop. 

The travel bags come in three different sizes and four different colors. They are vegan leather and have zippered closures. They are perfect for holding makeup, toiletries, or even school supplies.

The Look Sharp graphite pencil never needs sharpening and makes a cool addition to school supplies, or even using in the office. It comes with an eraser and a cap. Both of these items are under $25.

You can check out the rest of the Five Simple Things shop here.

Positive affirmations this week:

This was a post I put on Twitter this week. You can and will get through whatever it is you're dealing with currently. You are strong and you deserve better days. Remember, it's only temporary.

You can do this!🌈

Have a nice weekend.

Five Simple Things (October 25)

 Hello.

Here are five things this week.

1. These lights.

We frequent an antique store near us and we visited the store this week. I didn't have a plan for a purchase before we went in, but once I saw these wall sconces, I couldn't leave without them. The antique store is large, and you can easily get lost inside. I love how there are different sections for different things, and some things just stand out more than others. I need to get smaller light bulbs for them, but so far, I love them!

2. These boxes.

Birch Box and Might Nest came this week. My favorite thing in the Birch Box shipment is the Salt & Stone Bergamot and Hinoki Body Lotion, but I do love the Lué by Jean Seo Erase. It helped clear up a lot of my troubled acne on my cheeks.

3. This iron.

I recently found this Conair Steam and Iron that I plan on using while traveling. One of the things I missed when we traveled across the country in the bus was a way to iron some clothing. There isn't a full closet system on the bus yet, so it would have been nice to be able to iron a few pieces, or even steam them straight while on the road. This should come in quite handy for that. Here is the link to my storefront to grab one for yourself.

4. This jar.

A few months ago Skylar accidentally broke my vintage bee jar trap when he moved it from one shelf to another. Although it was an accident, he went on a hunt to find me a replacement. These jars are very hard to find, and I do love these trap jars, so I am glad he was able to find one similar. I can not find one online similar, but if it peeks your interest, keep your eye out for them being sold at estate sales.

5. These clothespins.

It's the end of the season and time to take down the clothesline. I had a canvas bag that I kept the pins in, but over 20 years of use, it gave out, sadly. I found this jar at Walmart, of all places, and it is working perfectly for the clothespins, for now.

One last thing:

I have been going back to counting calories. I lost 68 pounds doing this a few years ago and after my surgery in 2020, I developed an eating issue that is still currently being addressed. I've lost more than I should have during that time, so I am getting back on track with my health. I enjoy sweets from time to time, so counting out the serving size and making sure I am not getting too many calories from the wrong sources helps me keep track. These two sweets are some of my favorites, too. Yum Earth Giggles, and Yum Earth Gummies.

Positive affirmations this week:

One thing that helps keep your mental health on track is keeping a solid routine. Even a routine with three things is worth doing daily than nothing at all. I am a notorious routine keeper and when I feel like my mental health issues are getting worse, it's either something/someone has done something (the life of an empath is hard sometimes), or my routine hasn't been kept for a day, or even two days. I've had my mental health issues peek so bad that I have gotten away from my routine for over a week. It is then that I realize that I need to get back on track and cut out a few things in order to do that. The image below is a sample routine, but you can add or take away anything that doesn't suit your lifestyle. Just remember, some days just getting out of bed is an accomplishment, so don't push yourself too hard, and don't expect yourself to be a super hero. This is about progress, not perfection.

You can do this!🌈

Have a nice weekend.

Five Simple Things (October 18)

 Hello.

Here are five things this week.

1. This cookie.

We stopped at Whole Foods for lunch this week, and they have Halloween-themed cookies right now. We grabbed three different ones for each of us, but I just loved this mummy cookie. 

2. This shadow.

Morning shadows got me thinking...

3. This measure.

When you're Rick-Rolled by the state for cannabis. Does it get any better than this? I love Oregon!

4. This sticker.

I get it! You brake all you want.

5. This sky.

The amount of rainbows I have seen in my 20 years of living in Oregon are amazing! It's one thing, of a list of many, that I love about the state.

One last thing:

Skylar's fossil collection is amazing! I love him and his creativity, and his loves. Jeff gave him this box from his job, and Skylar immediately created a showcase box for his collection. This picture was taken from when he took it to class to show it to his professor at college and his classmates. It was a hit!

Positive affirmations this week:

Every day should be a day that you think about what you are grateful for. Never forget, even in the most disparaging moments that there are still things to be grateful for. Your life is one of them. Just remember to keep thinking of positive things that are in your life. If depression has you in a hold that you can't get out of with positive thoughts at the moment, remind yourself that it's only temporary. You are strong! You are! Remind yourself that you are strong and you will get through this.

You can do this!🌈

Have a nice weekend.

Five Simple Things (October 4)

 Hello.

Here are five things this week.

1. These flowers.

A lot of pops of color in the garden this season.

2. These sets.

I found these two sets, the LEGO Tiny Plants set and the LEGO Botanicals Bonsai Tree set for Skylar and there hasn't been a day yet that we haven't enjoyed them both. Here are some other great gifts that have been a hit in our house, too.

3. This rainbow.

Always seeking out the rainbows everywhere we go. We aren't sure if we are chasing the rainbows, or they are chasing us.

4. This sticker.

That's what she said...

5. These carrots.

Good thing I love cooked carrots.

One last thing:

Mali's eggs are always so beautiful.

Positive affirmations this week:

Ways to destress: 

1. Get out in nature.
2. Journal your day/feelings.
3. Log offline for the day/days.
4. Do breathwork.
5. Eat mindfully.

Have a nice weekend.