Lately

Prettiest package via Meg Carter

Best Down Comforter

Are you all having a great week?! We sure are! It has been fun to relax and unwind with friends and family! You can follow along via Instagram! 

This past weekend was fun as we celebrated my birthday! We went to the science center since they had the Titanic exhibit. I think this was the last weekend for it to be open. I thought the exhibit was nice, but I don't know that I would highly recommend it. I thought it would be more interactive and immersive. It was a lot of just reading plaques on walls, and I felt like I could read the info anywhere online. We also meandered throughout the science center as I hadn't been in probably 20 years... there's a reason for that! It's geared towards small children. I kind of assumed it was like many museums where it has things for all ages, but this was mainly for smaller children! We had fun anyway, I love the train room! 

Dress (also available here)

Linen Top// Pants

Wearing: I ordered a few pieces for my trip and unfortunately most were too big but I *love* these pieces so much! I would suggest sizing down in the top and pants and get your true size in the dress (don't size up). Are you following me on the LikeToKnowIt app?! You can shop all of my outfits, favorite finds, and more in the app. I am constantly updating it with the latest! You can also access all of my posts, here, if you don't use LTK!

Drinking: I spotted these new Topo Chico flavors in cans the other day, and I had to try them! I got the tangerine with ginger, and it is SO good. If you have ever tried the Trader Joe's blood orange seltzer, this tastes better but I think it is slightly better because of the slight ginger flavor. I can't be sure, though, I'd have to do a side by side tasting! 

Reading: Pre-ordering this because there is nothing that I love more than DOGS! I love pre-ordering things because it's a fun surprise. I'll thank my past self when this arrives in October! 

Watching: I recently watched 'What Jennifer Did' on Netflix. It's a one-part documentary about a for-hire murder that actually happened. It's a crazy story but I thought the documentary was just OK. You may want to skip it if you are scrolling through. 

Sunglasses

Raffia Bag// Jean Shorts

White Shirt (not Target)

Loving: I love a good Target find. I don't hunt for them often but I recently came across a few items worth sharing! Everything is $25 or under! The sunglasses are a fun, stylish, and trendy moment that I probably wouldn't pay much more than $15 for. The little raffia bag is SO cute. I could see something like this being sold on Shopbop for $100+. The denim shorts are top notch. The quality is amazing and the fit is nice. I'm not a big denim short gal but at $25, they are low risk, high reward. 

Wanting: This outdoor dining set is 1960s perfection! Why do I love these sneakers?! Are they amazing or am I delusional?! These shorts are so cute and look comfortable! Needlepoint shoes?! WOW! I'm not a big shorts-wearer but if I do wear shorts, these are the kind I love! They are so comfortable and cute! 

Sunglasses

Amazon Rec: I love these cat-eye sunglasses. They are so inexpensive and just so fun and fashionable! You can find more of my Amazon favorites, here on my Amazon page where I am constantly updating it with all of my finds and top picks from home, beauty, fashion, and more!

Quoting: 'The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts: therefore, guard accordingly, and take care that you entertain no notions unsuitable to virtue and reasonable nature.' Marcus Aurelius // See more of my favorites, here.

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Sun Protection I'm Loving

Supergoop Stick// Sun Bum Hair Oil// SPF 50 Body Oil

Tortoise Wide Tooth Comb// Tortoise Mini Claw Clip

Hair Tie// Glow Stick// Obagi Physical

Lip Balm with SPF// Monogrammed Bag (I think there is *one* left!)

I am diligent about sun protection but especially in the summer months when I spend more time outdoors. I have tried and use a lot of different sunscreen brands. I was packing up for a tropical trip and thought I would share some of the sunscreens that I am bringing with me that are worth highlighting! 

Many of these are available at a bunch of different retailers but I'll link to Dermstore where I can since my code SUMMERWIND gives you a discount on some of these! I work with Dermstore but this is not a sponsored post! 

Body Oil Sunscreen SPF 50

Body Oil Sunscreen SPF 50// I discovered this last year and it's the best. It feels like a gel/oil hybrid and glides onto my skin so easily. I love the way it makes my skin look- so hydrated and dewy. This has SPF 50 which is great. I find that chlorine dries out my skin and the spray sunscreens don't do anything to help the issue so using this is always great to keep my skin moisturized! This is not something I'd use on my face! If you prefer mineral sunscreen, I have and love this. It spreads easily and does not have a whitecast. 

Supergoop Stick// This stick is the most 'unsexy' product of the bunch. I use this diligently. It's 100% mineral sunscreen and it is white. You can rub it in well and it doesn't leave an awful white cast, but you can kind of see it. I only use this on my nose. My nose burns horribly and so I keep this stick by any door in our house so I can quickly apply this on my nose. It's the only thing I have found that truly keeps my nose from burning. This doesn't really sit well under makeup so this is a post-makeup application when I don't care about my makeup looking perfect (so like on walks with no makeup, lounging by the pool, gardening with a hat on, etc). This coupled with a hat is my best bet! This is SPF 50 and I love that it is in a stick form because this makes it easy to travel with!

Sun Bum Hair Oil// Besides drying my skin out, chlorine is awful to my hair. It can also turn blonde hair green. I love using this hair oil after my hair is wet as it can protect it from chlorine but it also acts as a moisturizer. I don't often get my hair wet, but when I do, this keeps my hair from drying in a crazy frizzy situation as I sit by the pool/beach/etc. 

Tortoise Wide Tooth Comb//  This is the best comb! It's perfectly flat so it fits in any handbag and it's so good for brushing through wet beach hair! 

Tortoise Mini Claw Clip// I love these for keep my hair half up and pulled out of my face. You can clip this ultra low right below a hat brim and because it's small it's practically undetectable! 

Hair Tie// I use these always! The bonus about these around water is that they dry immediately. You know how you have a wet hair tie and you pull your hair back and your hair dries but the tie stays wet? This won't do that. 

Glow Stick// This is another favorite stick that is SPF 50. It's another I keep by the doors in my home for quick and easy application. This is not for under makeup as it's too dewy but without makeup, it gives me the prettiest glow and is so hydrating. It's a dry oil so it's not like super slick and it does dry some, but I can't imagine anyone liking this under their makeup. This is great for travel since it is a solid! 

Obagi Physical// This is a mineral sunscreen but it is tinted so you don't get that white cast. I love it for my face but I also love it for my chest as that's another place where I tend to burn. I find mineral sunscreen works best for me in the spots where I am more sensitive. This is expensive, but I really like it on my chest, another spot where I sometimes burn. You might not guess this, but I actually have olive undertones in my skin. I get that from my mom, so I really don't burn as much as one might think, thankfully, but I do think this sunscreen makes a huge difference. I'd honestly use it on my whole body if it was not so expensive! This is reef-safe so you can feel good about using it in the ocean! 

Lip Balm with SPF// This is just a simple drugstore lip balm with SPF 15. It has a great texture and I think it works just as you'd expect. I buy a bunch and leave them in beach/pool totes so I always have one. My husband likes this, too. I also love their tinted lip balms (especially the cherry one) but they do not have SPF in them.

34 Things I've Learned

Scarf// Tee// Jeans

Handbag// Flats// Sunglasses 

I just turned 34 on Sunday, and while I still have so much to learn and (hopefully!!) so much life left to live, I have been around the block long enough to share some wisdom with you all. There is nothing profound on this list, but all a good reminder. 

What would you add to the list? 

34 Things I Know To Be True

1. You will never know everything; there is always something to learn. 

2. Always let people know how much you love them. 

3. When others lack respect, it does not mean you should, too. 

4. Fearing failure is keeping you from your dreams. So what if you fail?

5. Caring too much about what others think will rob you of joy. 

6. There is always a silver lining in even the worst situations. It's up to you whether you choose to look for it. 

7. A good tailor can make almost anything look good.

8. Making time to do things you love is a secret to happiness. 

9. Counting your blessings is the best medicine. 

10. Comparison is healthy in small doses and unhealthy in large doses. Learning where that line is for you can be life-changing. 

11. You don't actually need all of those kitchen appliances. 

12. Much in life is less about hard work and more about consistency. 

13. Marry your best friend. Cliché, but true.

14. If it was easy, everyone would be doing it. Another cliché... also true. 

15. Dogs' lives are far too short, but the years spent with them are always worth the pain of those spent without them. 

16. Greeting people, small talk, and smiling when out and about is the simplest, cheapest, and easiest way to change the world. 

17. It's important to be bored. 

18. You will never please everyone. Never. 

19. One of the most important things you can do is make others feel welcome and foster a sense of community.

20. Being in the moment will enrich your life. 

21. You are not lazy because you take time to rest. Resting is essential.

22. Sleep, a shower, a drink of water, or a walk outdoors will cure most day-to-day ailments and conundrums.

23. Even when you feel you have so little, you have so much. 

24. Good for you, not for me, is an attitude more people need to subscribe to.

25. Worrying solves nothing. Absolutely nothing. 

26. Negativity is loud, but we as a collective can work to make positivity louder. 

27. Aging is inevitable and something to be proud of. 

28. Social media is a highlight reel and often not real at all. 

29. Stretch. Often. 

30. Be careful who you take advice from. 

31. To be genuinely and deeply understood is priceless. Cherish it. 

32. The world is both bigger and smaller than you think. 

33. Nobody thinks about that embarrassing thing you did 17 years ago. And if they do, it's their problem, not yours. 

34. Show your gratitude. Often.

Let's Talk About Fitness

Mesh Tank// Sweatshirt (comes in 4 colors)

Light Support Sports Bra// Belt Bag

Leggings (come in 9 colors)// Sneakers

I just turned 34 and can confidently say I am in the best shape of my life. I don't say that to brag; I say that because I have worked hard to get here and am proud of my hard work and consistency. None of this happened overnight. It took years to achieve. 

I can run farther and faster, row at higher wattages, row for longer periods, and lift heavier than ever. 

While that's all great, the most important thing is that I feel good and enjoy working out and being active. 

I have always been active but did not prioritize fitness in my early to mid-20s. I worked full-time and came home every night to work on my blog until the wee hours. On the weekend, I tried to maintain a social life while still spending a lot of time on my blog. I don't regret that one bit. Prioritizing my blog led me to this career I love!

At the end of 2017, I got Henry, which was the best decision ever. He got me out, and we walked a lot—we still do! 

While living downtown, I would also attend boutique fitness classes with girlfriends. We did things like rooftop yoga and trampoline cardio and even took tennis lessons. Then, I started Orange Theory in 2019. I got a bike and rower for at-home workouts during the pandemic and walk practically daily with Henry. 

I care less about having a six-pack and more about how I feel. Feeling good is what motivates me to keep going! 

Working out went from a chore to a lifestyle. While I work hard, it's less about effort and more about consistency. I exercise every single week. It is just built into my life.

I love to dress up—dresses and high heels are FUN! But to be active, I have to be in clothing that welcomes movement, and quite frankly, cute athletic clothing entices and excites me to work out! 

Today, I am thrilled to partner with Adidas to share some great outfits for active lifestyles. 

The outfit you see at the top of this post is bright and cheery! I love matching pieces, and Adidas has so many color options so that you can mix and match to your preference. My favorite part of this outfit is the Mesh Tank. I love it because it creates an airflow, making working out more comfortable. It truly makes a difference, especially in the summer's heat or a sweaty indoor class. 

You all know I love these Sneakers. I've talked about them often over the years. They are my go-to athletic sneakers for walking and working out. I love their arch support, and the bounce makes them feel so comfortable. I have repurchased them many times! You'll see in the outfits below that I wear the same sneakers. I love the Ultraboosts' colors, but if you are stuck on which color to get, I love that white goes with everything! 

Crewneck Pullover// Athletic Skort// Sneakers

An athletic skort is my summer uniform for running errands, grabbing a morning coffee, going on walks, or playing pickleball. I find an athletic skort to look polished and put together, but it still gives me that ease and freedom of movement that other 'regular' clothing does not! 

Tank// Shorts

Sneakers

This is what I love to wear for hot and sweaty workouts. I always wear a tank, even in the winter, because I am not restricted in movement with sleeves. Even better when the tanks are lightweight and breathable, and this is exactly that. I'm not typically working out in a sports bra, so this tank is the perfect lightweight layer to throw on over the top! 

Active Dress (comes with detached shorts!)// Lightweight Hat

Sneakers

My husband is big into golf, as are many other friends and family members, so I find myself on a course more often than I'd otherwise be! I got myself a set of new clubs last year, and my husband has been taking me to a 9-hole course nearby so I can practice. The reason I love golf the most is for the outfits. This dress is adorable, and the fabric is sweat-wicking and lightweight. I love that the shorts are separate, so it is easy to go to the bathroom! 

Thank you to Adidas for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own.