But now you know what time it is: Things I’m Loving Friday tiiiime. Let’s get to it!!
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Things I’m Loving Friday
This oh-so-cozy blanket wrap shawl is one of those finds I’ve thought about in the back of my mind for years but didn’t realize it actually existed. I will work at my desk at home wrapped up in a cozy robe before the boys are awake but during the day, I often drape a too-big blanket over myself that bunches up awkwardly behind me. No more!! This blanket wrap is the perfect hybrid solution for that cozy wrapped up feeling I crave but without the extra bulky fabric. It’s soft and the fabric is that Barefoot Dreams-esque stretchy cozy fabric we all love so much. I am keeping this one in my mind as a gift idea this holiday season because it feels like a creative alternative to a traditional throw blanket for anyone who likes to feel cozy during their work time.
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Cordless Charging Base for Electric Toothbrush
The super-long cords of our family’s electric toothbrushes have always driven me a little crazy. Who needs a ridiculously long cord for an electric toothbrush that stays on your bathroom vanity!? This handy little solution has eliminated that minor annoyance from my life so I figured it deserved a shout out here today. You can find compatible charging bases for most electric toothbrushes on Amazon (here’s one for Oral-B and mine is Philips Sonicare)!
Apparently the theme of today’s TILF post is taking a dental lean? Confession: I’ve had this ultrasonic retainer cleaner sitting in a box for months and it was Chase who found it and put it to work! Oh my gosh you guys, that first clean on his retainer blew me away. We use retainer cleaner tablets fairly regularly but this takes that clean to another level… and it sterilizes! Looking at the murky water this ultrasonic cleaner left behind after Chase’s first go had me instantly tossing my retainer and mouthgard into the cleaner because I knew I needed a deeper clean, too. (This may be TMI, but this cleaner has also greatly helped with the stale smell that can linger on our retainers.) Apparently it can also work to clean jewelry and toothbrush heads which we still need to try!
I ordered this mini craft iron after my last mini iron bit the dust thanks to puppy Comet (he chewed the cord — womp, womp). His puppy mishap ended up being a bit of a happy accident in the end because it led me to the Cricut EasyPress Mini Iron. It’s been such a great find, ideal for melting the boys’ melty bead creations, adhering patches or decals to hats/apparel, etc. It’s small but mighty, heats quickly and works very well, especially for something so teeny.
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Brodo Broth Discount Code: julie20 saves $20!
A couple of weeks ago, Brodo organic sipping bone broths made it into a TILF post because they absolutely blew me away. I maaay have trolled them on Instagram trying to get us a discount code and guess what!? It worked! Go for your dreams babyyy! julie20 will save you $20 off your order and if you’re looking for a little direction, I recommend going the “build your own box” route so you can try the broths that appeal to you most. I also recommend their sampler box and have loved every single flavor I’ve tried. My standouts: Sunday Roast, Deeply Rooted, Tuscan Sun and Tom Yum.
And a few notes about WHY these broths taste so good in case you’re curious: Brodo broths were founded by a James Beard award-winning chef and use only top-quality ingredients — whole fresh-cut organic vegetables, organic poultry, 100% grass-fed beef, and aromatic spices. They’re then slow-simmered for hours, ensuring maximum nutrient density – and maximum flavor – in every cup. And YOU CAN TELL.
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The Night We Met by Abby Jimenez
Genre: Romance / My rating: B+
Forever one of my favorite romance authors for her whip-smart dialog and deeper character development, Abby Jimenez’s The Night We Met was a little different than her typical books with a plotline that had me feeling a little morally conflicted (love triangle alert!) much of the time. It’s hard not to fall for the slow-burn romance in this book though and I always love the unexpected humor the author somehow manages to sprinkle throughout her novels. (Shout out to the psycho little yorkie Wooferine in this one!)
From Amazon: In everyone’s life, there’s a split-second decision that can change everything … For Larissa, it came when choosing who to ride home with after a concert. That night, she had no idea she’d met the perfect man. She and Chris are great friends, co-parenting a slightly unhinged rescue Yorkie, sharing their favorite books, and judging bread (pumpernickel for the win!). For the first time amid all her side hustles to scrape by, things finally feel easy. But she didn’t choose Chris to drive her home all those months ago—she went with his best friend, and he became her boyfriend. All Chris wants is for Larissa to be happy. Standing by on the sidelines is slowly killing him, but making a move would destroy someone else. How can something that feels so right be absolutely impossible?
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Friday Flashbacks
Winning Cornbread Recipe (For anyone who needs the perfect side to serve with chili, stew or soup!)
Oatmeal Apple Crisp (To make good use of your apple picking haul!)
QUESTIONS OF THE DAY
- Tell me about the Halloween costumes in your house this year!!Â
- Share one thing making you smile this week below!Â
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