(New pillow covers for my new couch, when it comes.)
Whew, this week literally flew by, and the boys are now out of school for the holidays! They are both fighting small colds, and James’ fifth birthday party is this weekend. Next week is full of last minute preparations, and then it is Christmas! Where has the time gone? Here are a few things that caught my eye this week.
We’re used to loose livestock on the roads down here, but this time, it was an emu.
And this guy was deadly serious about his tacos. I hope they were fabulous.
A new Johnny Cash album is coming next year.
SeaWorld is feeling the heat from this new documentary. (I’m such a cynic, but even my six-pound domesticated cat used to practice killing her toys, so this revelation comes as no surprise to me. Animals are, well, animals.)
The musical link between Steven Van Zandt and Nelson Mandela. Hear the song here.
Thoughts on Gisele’s breastfeeding photo. (This photo of Pink is one of my favorites.)
Judy Blume and Lena Dunham, together.
And Fleetwood Mac’s Christine McVie and Stevie Nicks, together. And “Songbird,” just for fun.
Have a fabulous weekend!
(Pangea Organics soap and lip balm.)
I first discovered Pangea Organics at Sephora several years ago, and fell in love with their delicious, oversized lip balm. Everything in this organic, fair trade, USA-made line is absolutely delectable, and will make you smell lovely while keeping your skin and lips moisturized all winter long.
I took advantage of their Buy One, Get One Free sale at Thanksgiving to stock up on my favorite products. Since I’m a lip junkie, I use the Italian Red Mandarin with Rose and the Pyrenees Lavender with Cardamom balms multiple times each day, and I apply some before bed, too. The soap is lovely and exquisite, and my favorite part is how the bathroom smells beautiful after my shower is over. When I opened my new bar of soap, I was surprised to discover that the box itself is seeded with Blue Spruce seeds and has directions for planting, too. I’m planning to plant mine as soon as the weather warms up!
(Pangea Organics Body Lotions.)
I’m also working my way through a tube of Pyrenees Lavender and Cardamom Lotion and will soon try the French Chamomile with Sweet Orange and Lavender, too. And don’t let the long names intimidate you, because the products could just as easily be called “Heavenly Bottles of Pure Loveliness,” and still smell just as sweet.
My boys are at that stage in life where they have lots of sweet women caring for them in different ways, from their preschool teachers, to gymnastics coaches, to our beloved babysitter. As I thought of Christmas gifts to show my appreciation for the time they give my children each week, I realized I could use these presents to support other women, too.
31 Bits is a jewelry line made by women in Uganda who are trained and armed with the skills needed to support their families. Proceeds from the sale of 31 Bits products go directly back into the program itself, so with each piece sold, more women are helped. It’s a win-win model, and a wonderful way to give back while thanking the women in my sons’ lives.
