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Reflections & Lifestyle

June 2023 Goals: Accountability Post

So June is over. I don’t know how that happened but it did. Unfortunately, I didn’t really even get started on my “oddball list of goals” until the middle of the month. A family member who had a massive heart attack was convalescing at our home and every routine or hoped to be realized routine went out the window. However, I endeavoured to salvage the month after that.

  1. I never got used to the quiet.
    -I didn’t attempt to shy away from my usual habit of having background noise —it fact I embraced it, took solace in it even. A streaming service or cooking show from the Food Network was always going in the background. To some extent to impede tense conversations.
  2. Weeding the garden was hit and miss.
    -They haven’t really taken hold yet unlike last year but I am on track with it… for now! 
  3. I had to try really hard to get back into working out.
    -My workout routine fell apart at the end of May because we were traveling to the coast and back and forth to the hospital. And, in general, being so upset tired me out so any extra time I had, I simply wanted to sleep. I was up a few pounds because I stress ate or I ate convenience food. I struggled even to get my suggested zone minutes and the cardiac health gains (as indicated by my FitBit) I made hit a back slide. HOWEVER, I started to turn things around —even if I could do a workout like I planned I tried to limit my stationary time and walked more at work even when I didn’t have supervision. I started jogging for about 10 minutes in the morning before starting the day and I was able to hit my zone minutes and my cardiac health with up one level; one more to go! 

What about you? How did you make out this month?

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Writing Prompt Wednesdays

June Journal #4

You have a child and you have written one piece of advice. It will be carried in his or her pocket for life. What is that advice?

Stay 100% true to yourself! Never waiver in who you are and who you want to become. You are the only one you are living your life for; the only one that matters on your journey. You are the only one you have to prioritize and make happy. When you realize this you will not be derailed by those who are insecure in themselves and therefore will try to tear you down. When you realize this only then will you be able to care for others. You cannot care for others if you are not okay, you cannot care for others if you are not happy and not secure. Being true to yourself will help you connect with the best people in life. Being true to yourself will allow you to achieve your goals and conquer the world.

What about you?

Prompt from Piccadilly‘s 200 Writing Prompts

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Current Addictions

Current Addictions –June 2020

Ad·dic·tion
/əˈdikSH(ə)n/
noun


the fact or condition of being dependent or “hooked” to a particular substance, thing or activity.

Book: My Own Magic by Anna Kloots
Music: Lauren Alaina’s Unlocked
TV Show: Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story (Netflix)
Food: MadeGood Red Velvet Soft Baked Mini Cookies
Drink: Peach Apricot Tea (Loft 35)
Clothing: Uno-Night Shades in orange (Skechers)
Cosmetic: Deep Relax Roller (Aromatherapy Associates)
Accessory: Bamboo Hoop Earrings (Talbots)
Product: Netvue Birdfy Feeder Camera

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Fashion

Outfit of the Week: Last Day of School

Next week is the FINAL week of school and I have my “last day of school outfit” all picked out! Can’t wait for summer!

Dress: Nantucket Slub Side Tie Dress (striped shibori; white/blue)
Shoes: Izzy Eyelet Espadrilles (fresh water blue)
Earrings: Ombre Wrapped Hoops (fresh water blue/silver)

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Writing Prompt Wednesdays

June Journal #3

Where would you like to go on a day trip? You must drive there and back in one day, but you have unlimited funds for gas, food, and activities.

I would take a day trip to Jasper with my bestie. It is about a two and a half hour drive. I would leave at 12:01 a.m. and I wouldn’t return home until 11:59 p.m. just to maximize every single second in this majestic place. We would relax in Miette Hot Springs surrounded by the mountains. We would spend time at Medicine Lake. We would go up the Sky Tram and eat lunch at the restaurant there. We would go for spa treatments The Jasper Park Lodge;  which is part of the Fairmont chain. I love the Fairmont chain! We would also do a food tour in town. and a Maligne Lake cruise. Obviously, the itinerary I’ve described is 100% all over the map. We’d also pack in short walks at various picturesque spots along the way and marvel at the wildlife, without interfering with them! What a fantastic day this would be albeit an incredibly busy day but fantastic nonetheless.

What about you?

Prompt from Piccadilly‘s 200 Writing Prompts

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Food & Drink

Charming Cherries

It’s basically summer and you know what that means… CHERRIES. In addition to being delicious, cherries are sources of vitamins C, A, and K in addition to a dose of potassium, magnesium, and calcium. Not to mention they have antioxidants, like beta-carotene as well as choline. To help you increase your intake, try these yummy recipes

Cherry Couscous & Arugula Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Cherry Smoothie Bowl
Cherry Fluff
Cherry Tarts
Cherry Moscow Mule

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Entertainment

Summertime Playlist

Summer is all about kicking back. I love music and creating playlists for myself and sharing them with friends. This is one that I made for summer featuring hits from all ages.

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1. Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini by Brian Hyland
2. Surfin’ U.S.A by The Beach Boys
3. School’s Out For Summer by Alice Cooper
4. Walking on Sunshine by Katrina & The Waves
5. Livin’ La Vida Loca by Ricky Martin
6. Don’t Stop the Music by Rhianna
7. Summer by Calvin Harris
8. Dance the Night by Dua Lipa
9. Under the Boardwalk by The Drifters
10. Kokomo by The Beach Boys
11. Go Your Own Way by Fleetwood Mac
12. Eye of the Tiger by Survivor
13. Fly Away by Lenny Kravitz
14. Like A G6 by Far East Movement, The Cataracs & DEV
15. Club Can’t Handle Me by Flo-Rida (Feat. David Guetta)
16. Karma by Taylor Swift
17. Sugar, Sugar by The Archies
18. Do You Believe in Magic by The Lovin’ Spoonful
19. Waterloo by ABBA
20. Paradise City by Guns N’ Roses
21. Genie in a Bottle by Christina Aguilera
22. California Gurls by Katy Perry & Snoop Dogg
23. Where Them Girls At by David Guetta, Flo-Rida & Nicki Minaj
24. Havana by Camila Cabello (Feat. Young Thug)
25. Can’t Stop the Feeling by Justin Timberlake

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Writing Prompt Wednesdays

June Journal #2

If you can have one talent that you do not naturally have, what would it be?

Probably singing, acting or dancing. I just think it would be neat to explore that. It’s another way to be creative. I am in awe of those who can sing, act and dance so not going to lie it would be nice to be on the receiving end of that sort of admiration. Songs brighten everyone’s day; so to be able to do that would be great. Acting allows you to try on different hats; and give voice to others and their stories. Dancing keeps you fit; you can experience a different type of connection or intimacy with your partner, not to mention the costumes are stunningly beautiful. Dancing would be a very therapeutic activity I think.

What about you?

Prompt from Piccadilly‘s 200 Writing Prompts

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Gifts

Father’s Day Gift Guide 2023

“Father’s Day is a holiday honoring one’s father, or relevant father figure, as well as fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society…[it] was founded in the state of Washington, United States by Sonora Smart Dodd in 1910,” (Wikipedia). This year in Canada it falls on June 18th. I recognize that many holidays are under fire because they emphasize the commercials, the material and the impersonal. However, for those of us who cannot be with our ‘fathers’ there is nothing wrong with wanting to send them something special. 

Clinique Skincare Gift Set

Therabody Theragun Prime


Patagonia Better Sweater Fleece Vest


Oakywood Triple Dock Charging Station


Yeti Hopper Flip 12 Soft Cooler

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Fashion

Outfit of the Day -Counting Down to Summer

The weather has been insanely fantastic; it is getting tougher and tougher not to shift into “summer mode.” However, until that time I can still “window shop” on the Talbots website!

Top: Crochet Trim Tank (White)
Bottoms: Girlfriend Denim Shorts (Onyx Wash)
Shoes: Gola Mark Cox Tennis Sneakers (White/Hot Coral)
Purse: Paper Straw Tote (Azalea)
Jewellery: Mother-Of-Pearl Huggie Hoop Earrings