Category: My 5 Favorites

Today begins a new series here on my blog. I’m excited for the chance to share some of my favorite things each month! I share many of my favorites on both my Facebook and Instagram, but these posts will be an easy way to find all my favorites in one place. My monthly favorites will be a combination of products, recipes, books, blogs, people, places, and whatever else strikes me during the month.

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1.Polar’s Summer Seltzer

Seltzer is definitely my favorite beverage year round, and Polar is my favorite brand. I love when Polar brings out its limited edition flavors. This year’s summer flavors are so tasty! I have a hard time picking a favorite!!

2. Do it on a Dime, YouTube Channel

I am a huge YouTube fan, and it has replaced much of my television viewing over the last year. Part of the reason I like YouTube so much is because of what I am able to learn. I generally subscribe to mommy channels, and I find so much inspiration and so many ideas from the women I follow. Do it on a Dime (created and led by Kathryn) is one of my top favorite channels. Kathyrn is upbeat, creative and frugal. I always look forward to her new videos. Check her out here!

3. My crossbody bag

I have shared this crossbody bag numerous times on my Facebook page. It is cute, functional and so reasonably priced! I own it in the khaki, but this fun purse actually comes in 16 great colors, and all choices are just $16.95!!

4. BAT sandwiches

One of my favorite summer sandwiches is a BLT (Bacon, Lettuce & Tomato). Well, that was one of my favorite summer sandwiches. I’ve given that sandwich an upgrade, and now my very favorite summer sandwich is a BAT! I replaced the lettuce with avocados and WOW!, the sandwich is beyond tasty! Give it a try, and let me know what you think!

5. Reading Wonder to my kids

My kids and I have enjoyed a number of read alouds over the years and plenty of audio books, too. Right now we’re excited to be diving into Wonder this summer and look forward to the release of the movie this fall.

Those are my 5 favorites for the month of June! I am looking forward to sharing more favorites next month!

What about you? What is one of your favorites this month? I would love to hear from you, so leave a comment below!

Until next time,
Charissa

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Last week I shared a photo taken during a recent walk. I love walking during the fall and enjoying the cooler weather and beautiful colors. Fall is my favorite time of the year, and today I wanted to share 5 things I am loving this season.

1. Fitness with a Friend. Walking is my favorite form of exercise, but this fall season a friend and I decided to branch out a bit by signing up for a fitness class. We are taking a barre class once a week with a group of about 10 other women. I am loving the challenge this class provides and the added bonus of time with a dear friend.
2. Food. Pumpkin is the flavor of the season, am I right? I like to think that I was a fan of pumpkin before pumpkin became trendy. Pumpkin, you and I go waaaayyy back! Two of my favorite things to make with pumpkin are: pumpkin soup and pumpkin chocolate chip muffins. I will share my pumpkin soup recipe soon. My favorite brand of pumpkin to use when making these recipes is Libby’s 100% Pure Pumpkin.

3. Fireside. We almost exclusively heat our small home with our wood stove. I love the heat it provides and the added bonus is the inviting ambience that is created by the crackling glow of the warm fire.

4. Fashion. One of my favorite fall fashion items is my GAP jean jacket. I’ve wanted a GAP jean jacket for a very long time, but the frugal side of me held back knowing it was more of a want than a need. A couple years ago I stumbled upon a GAP jean jacket on ThredUp. I was thrilled by the price and the quality. I love this jacket because of its versatility and comfort. I wear it with colored jeans, leggings and dresses; it always adds to my outfit when I can’t quite figure out what to add. I think I love this jacket even more because I didn’t just jump to an impulse buy. I knew I wanted it, but I waited and considered and waited until I finally found it on ThredUp. ThredUp is an online store that sells gently used clothing for women and kids. I have purchased over a dozen items from ThredUp in the past few years. If you purchase through my link you receive $10 off your first order (and I receive $10, too). http://www.thredup.com/r/SPNFUN Check it out!

5. Foliage. As I mentioned at the start of this post, I love walking in the fall and enjoying the sites. I also enjoy sitting at my table with a warm cup of tea and staring out the window at all the vibrant colors. Fall provides such a beautiful backdrop for my not so busy life!

What about you? What are you loving this fall season?

Until next time,

Charissa

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