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going to be living in aritzia sweatfleece this winter (colour: admiral)

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THE CONNOR COAT from Aritzia is still one of my favourites after years of owning it (if I were to purchase it again, I’d opt for the newer LONG versions of this coat to add some extra warmth for the winter)!

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ARITZIA HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE (for her) 🎀

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SUMMER BEACH READS (2023 Romance Novels to add to your BEACH BAG) 💕

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Contrary to the title, “Happy Place,” Emily Henry uses Harriet & Wyn’s story to address the not so happy realities of life — heartbreak, grief, depression, and the complicated journey of defining who we are without being influenced by the weighty expectations of others. Despite the fact that Harriet and Wyn have broken off their engagement months ago, their reluctance to announce their break up to their friends forces them to keep the facade going an extra week during a special group trip. The book alternates between Harriet’s POV in the past and present, and the constant back and forth allows you to witness how this close-knit friend group evolves over the years.

“Happy Place” is a love story, but not always in the traditional sense. On one hand, the soul of this book is the special bond Harriet & Wyn share that left me hungry to figure out where it all went wrong for them (and anxious to see how/if they could resolve it). But love stories don’t always have to be romantic. Our relationships with the people we love — our friends and or our family — go through inevitable waves too. So although Harriet and Wyn’s story has a big spotlight in “Happy Place,” it is by no means the only love story that gets shaken up & tested.

The biggest takeaway I got from this story is that change is inevitable. We can take solace in our own version of our “happy place” — maybe it’s a physical spot with great memories, a person that feels like home, or even a pocket of time in our past that we wish we could return to — but change needs to happen for us to grow into the people we’re meant to be. It reminded me the importance of finding happiness in the present by appreciating life as it currently is because it will never look exactly the same way again.....scary? Hell yes! ….Exciting? Absolutely.

To put it short: I was a fan. 4.5 / 5

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The Psychology of Money is a book that I think everyone in their 20s/30s should read as they develop their relationship with money (its focus is less on specific investing strategies, but more on how to be in the right headspace to build meaningful wealth in your life).

I've spent quite a few years in my 20s learning more about how to make my money work for me so many of the points Housel brings up weren't necessarily "groundbreaking," but the way he presents them is powerful — and can apply to areas of life beyond just finances. I definitely experienced some quality "ah-ha" moments while tackling this one.

"Saving money is the gap between your ego and your income."

"...people tend to want wealth to signal to others that they should be liked and admired. But in reality, those other people often bypass admiring you, not because they don't think wealth is admirable, but because they use your wealth as a benchmark for their own desire to be liked and admired. . . If respect and admiration are your goal, be careful how you seek it. Humility, kindness, and empathy will bring you more respect than horsepower ever will."

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going to be living in aritzia sweatfleece this winter (colour: admiral)

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Fall coat season is my favourite season 🥹

This new jacket that I’m wearing is slightly out of my fashion comfort zone but that’s what makes it a fun addition to my wardrobe — it’s so different from anything else in my closet.

The varsity style makes me think I’m on my way to watch a football game….which then has me remembering the cinematic masterpiece that was Chad Michael Murray and Hilary Duff in A Cinderella Story. So so good 👏🤣

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I’m ashamed to admit this 😅 but thankfully I’m sweatpants-less NO MORE 🙏

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COMPACT CUTLERY ORGANIZER 👌 must have Amazon find for maximizing the drawer space in your kitchen

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these measuring spoons are a bakers dream!! dual ended for measuring dry and wet ingredients PLUS all the spoons stay together with a magnet 🙌

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Smeg Electric Kettle in Cream makes a classy addition to any kitchen! The perfect gift for any tea or coffee lover in your life 🙌

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going to be living in aritzia sweatfleece this winter (colour: admiral)

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Perks of a coloured e-reader? Digital book annotating and beautiful covers !

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An instant, long-lasting manicure? Yes, please 👏

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Has bread become my favourite art medium?? 😅🎄

To make this edible christmas tree, I used a combination of fresh rosemary, sage and cherry tomatoes (sliced in half)!

Such a simple way to add a festive touch to your dinner table — I might just have to make another one of these for Christmas Eve dinner 🙌

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🎁✨ Add a personal touch to your holiday gifts with this super easy DIY gift wrap idea!

Use a white paint marker to write the recipient’s name all over kraft paper, mixing up sizes and styles for a fun, artistic effect….such a simple yet thoughtful way to make your presents stand out under the tree! 😍🎄💖

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EASY DIY wrapping paper pattern!

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Brrr basket, but make it ✨ mini ✨

A mug doesn’t have to be a “boring” gift — especially if you use the mug as basket for some extra goodies!

I love this idea because it’s easy to do low-cost, or with some splurge (all depends on your budget) 👏….whichever approach you take, making the time to pick out little treats that match your recipient’s tastes really elevates this gift!

What would you include in your mug basket?? 💬☕️👀

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STOCKING STUFFER ideas that they’ll LOVE

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GIFTS for CRAFTERS & CREATIVES 🙌💛

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GIFT GUIDE 2024

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