Hi guys,
Im going to start putting together a series every so often on “Things I’m Loving (Right Now)”- just things I am into at the moment, from food to books, to soaps, dog toys, etc. Anything and everything making my life better- and things you guys might be into as well.
So this Months List Includes the Following:
- Dr. Bronner’s Miracle Soap in Lavender. It really does clean everything! I use it to clean out my tub, and then in my tub for a really relaxing soak. Lavender is the most calming sent to me.
- Galaxy Granola. I was sent a few free samples a month ago and it is amazing! All natural, no added sugars, flavor baked in. It is super crunchy and has great flavor. My favorite was the Raspberry Granola with real pieces of dried raspberries in it. Yum! Try over cottage cheese for a great snack.
- Little Bee, by Chris Cleave. A great read that really pulls you in from the first page about a refugee from Nigeria and an Englishwoman whose lives intersect. I’m really enjoying it- but its keeping me up every night!
- The Good Fork Pork Dumplings, and the fact that they are now sold at a booth at the Brooklyn Flea every Saturday in Fort Greene. Hands down the BEST dumplings I have ever had- so juicy with amazing flavor, and this incredible sauce on top. I almost peed myself with happiness when I saw them at the Flea.
- Pilates. I’m so into it right now! Its changing my whole body- strength, tone, flexibility, and helps you breathe better. Find a small group class near you with reformers (the machines) and go! You will love it- just shop around for a good, knowledgeable teacher. And start with a Beginner’s Class.
- The Highline. I visited this Manhattan development this weekend for the first time- it was incredible. So cool! Old train tracks now covered in an amazing boardwalk type thing with seating, foot pools, and incredible gardens. Eventually it will run from downtown to mid-town. You must visit it when you are in NYC.
Hope that gives you all some inspiration/ ideas for the month. Feel free to add your own- I love hearing from you. 🙂
I am going back to NY next year, so I will put the Highline on my list!!!
i want to visit highline! sadly dogs aren’t allowed so i wasn’t able to go last time i was in town.
Oh I love Little Bee (though I read the English version which is called “The Other Hand”). It made me cry so much.
I adore Chris Cleave’s writing style.
Pilates is great – especially on a reformer. I just wish reformer classes were less expensive!
What an awesome idea! I love hearing about things that people are in to.
I really need to get into Dr. Bonners. I’ve been sort of out of touch with soap since I quite using shampoo and such about a year ago. I’ve had a bar of LUSH soap for this whole time and it’s about gone now (shaving my legs and armpits and such). Time for something new!
I love your idea of listing things that you’re currently in to. What a happy pursuit! And, so inspiring- taking pleasure in simple things! I have one of those wooden, cut-out word things in my kitchen that says “SIMPLIFY.” It’s become my mantra of late.
That said, I wanted to add something I’M into… and that’s making all-natural soap. It’s addicting, and fun, and the best part is getting to use and share my creations!
Miss you!!!