Another perfect afternoon in San Diego. I am loving every second of this weather, but I could also see how after a few years, it would feel a bit like a hamster wheel. There is so much going on in the world and it’s really easy to get sucked down and stay there. Sometimes writing about my feelings helps, but sometimes writing about other random shit helps more. So, here is another round of things worth sharing.
20% Discount for New Customers
If you’ve been wanting to try out Beautycounter at any point, they are offering something pretty wonderful for the month of July. The code below is good for any new customers (or email addresses) and is good for almost everything on the website. I’m ordering this new face sunscreen, the magical Vitamin C Serum and this cleanser to use to protect my face from my mask usage.
Dolly Parton’s America
This podcast is my new favorite. I’ve always known who Dolly Parton is and knew a couple of her most popular songs, but I didn’t know much about her. The host of the show has a personal connection with her and does some deep diving into her music and life. It’s filled with happy stories, background on different songs and lots of Dolly laughter (which is something special itself).
All the episodes have been released, so you can binge the entire thing. It’s incredible.
An Article Worth Reading
Here is the link to the article.
It’s a long article, but it’s worth sitting down with your coffee this week and reading it.
“You get it only when the shit happens to you, too; we all know that. And now the effects of our segregated democracy are happening to you. And now you can see or understand that, all along, I’ve been trying to get along, just like you. The way Ma taught me. To be independent and help my chosen family.”
Bota Box RedVolution
This has been the favorite wine in our household during quarantine. It has seen me through multiple episodes of Real Housewives, the crying I did while watching Hamilton and lots of evenings of games or puzzles. We have taste tested a few and this is the only one I keep going back to. Boxed wine is really the only option right now because it’s extra affordable and tastes great and you don’t have to restock every few days. We found it at Target and I’m considering asking our local liquor store to add it to their shelves.
Padma Lakshmi’s Taste the Nation
Available on Hulu, this show dives into communities in the US and the food magic that they create. She travels all around country and learns about all kinds of different flavors. We’ve watched the first four and we’re trying to savor the rest. I already made a list of all the Persian places I want to check out when visiting LA will be an option again.
