It’s Friday, and it is a three day weekend, so there’s a lot to be excited about!
I have some loose plans for the weekend but nothing set-in-stone. I hope to get outside for a hike with the family and knock out a bunch of work, which sounds boring, but I love my work, and I love the feeling of being able to check things off my to-do list, so I’m don’t mind.
It has been a while since I’ve done a ‘favorites’ post, and I have quite a few things to share–everything from a favorite trail run to a new pair of mom jeans to the best dry shampoo I have ever used.
I am enjoying wearing a few transitional pieces as we move into fall and the cooler weather we are starting to have. I am trying to hold off wearing too many chunky sweaters yet since there will be plenty of time to do that during the 5+ months of winter here. Sigh. . . .
I just got this top, and I love it. I especially love the color. It is not a color I would normally buy, but I love it for the fall months ahead. You can’t see it in the picture, but it has a pretty embroidering detail on it.
While the weather is starting to turn to fall, I am holding onto summer just a little bit longer with this nail color because I can’t say no to the perfect color of coral on my nails.
I have also been using my own gel polish at home as I haven’t gone to a nail salon since quarantine started in March. I think I went in January or February, but I haven’t gone much this year and instead have just been doing my nails at home, which has definitely saved me a lot of money.
If you are still wearing shorts, these lululemon shorts are definitely a favorite of mine. The waistband is really stretchy and accommodating to anyone’s body shape, and they also come in a longer 4-inch inseam. This sports bra is also a favorite of mine and made my list of top running sports bras.
I feel like I have been on the hunt for the perfect dry shampoo, and I can say I have finally found it! It is effective for my notoriously-greasy hair, and I love that it has ingredients that are safer. Plus the ‘dispenser’ is perfect and doesn’t cause the product to get all over my clothes like another dry shampoo I’ve tried.
I purchased a pair of mom jeans several months ago, but they no longer fit, so I had to purchase a new pair, and I love these even more. They are definitely more forgiving, and I can actually squat down in them which is a must when watching the kids all day. I love the light wash, the distressing, and the slightly cropped length. Right now they are on sale for less than $50.
I’ve started to wear tights on some of my runs. I’ve raved about these running tights before, and I will continue to sing their praises because they are worth every. single. penny. which is saying a lot from this frugal shopper. This sports bra is also one of my favorites, and I was able to wear it during my pregnancy and postpartum.
I finally had the opportunity to do a trail run two weekends ago! I have been wanting to run the Lost Lake trail just north of Seward for YEARS now! Normally I wouldn’t sacrifice time on the trails for my road marathon training, but if there is any time to try something new, it is now.
I went with three other friends, and we lucked out with a picture-perfect day and incredible weather. The trail was 14.25 miles, and we took our time running it in 2:45 hours.
If you ever make it to Alaska, I’d highly recommend this trail.
I have been (not so) patiently waiting for the Brilliant Brow Gel to come back into stock all summer, and my brows are finally at peace. I can’t go without filling in my brows anymore as it makes such a difference for how it pulls my makeup together. For the Labor Day weekend, Beautycounter is giving away a full-sized bottle of the Melting Body Balm with a purchase of $125 or more. (Any of the links will allow you to shop with me if you so choose.)
I hope you have a wonderful weekend with whatever your plans are. It feels weird not to have BBQs and do things with friends and family in larger gatherings, but I guess we should be used to it by now?!
I’m off to help Cullen with his Zoom class and tidy up the house before Bjorn wakes up from his nap.
