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Friday Catch Up, A Weekly Recap!

March 24, 2023

Friday Catch Up, A Weekly Recap!

Hello Pretty ladies, 

Happy Friday, sharing a little weekly recap with “Friday Catch Up.” Are you ready for the weekend? I look forward to a girl’s day with my girlfriend and Saturday celebrating our son’s birthday. On a different note, the weather in Utah seems like we’re living in a snow globe that someone keeps shaking, which makes it hard to get into Spring mode. However, I am trying and have purchased some cute pieces I am excited to share with you next week.  I enjoyed sharing some great Spring basics and a little of what I’ve been wearing lately. 

Friday Catch Up, A Weekly Recap!

In case you missed It

Blazers are all the rage and can be styled in many ways for every season. Here’s a look I’ve been loving. French style is always chic and on-trend, and when better than in the spring? Here’s a fun Gibsonlook Blazer look with a french inspiration  I created you could copy. Use code DARCY10  to save 10%. In case you missed it, I made a Reel recap of what I’ve been wearing.

I do two monthly Lives on Instagram on the first Monday and the 3rd. Here’s last Monday. 

You know I love good organization, and this is a fun REEL  I shared how I organize some of my hats.

 

Friday Catch Up, A Weekly Recap!
Friday Catch Up, A Weekly Recap!
Friday Catch Up, A Weekly Recap!

The outfits pictured are shoppable Here: Photo 1 Photo 2 photo 3

Dresses on my mind

With spring on everyone’s mind, Dresses seemed to be what you’re looking for. Here’s the one from Petal & Pup I just received. Save 20% DV20 for 20% off. This one is darling for Easter if you’re not a tiered or ruffle fan. This is the dress I have in mind for Hayden’s Graduation from Petal & Pup.

I am thinking of this dress from Avara for a wedding we have coming up. You can save 15% with Code DARCY15 Good on any purchase. 

 

A FEW NEW FAVORITES:

Clothing

My favorite Spanx Flares are back in stock. 

Avara has a couple of cute Tops I am Eyeing. This Darling Top, and they restocked  Harris top (I have in the cream & black) 

Avara’s Best selling Roxanna denim jacket with puff sleeves. I wore this to death last year, and Is sells out fast.

With spring on everyone’s mind, Dresses seemed to be what you’re looking for. So here’s the one from Free people I’ve been wearing on repeat. This one is darling for Easter; this dress is perfect if you’re not a tiered or ruffle fan.

A few podcasts

I’ve been loving The Candace Cameron |Faith|Podcast, Thrive blogger & Influencer |work|podcast My Favorite Murder |entertaining| podcast

What I am Reading

Daily The Beautiful Word Devotional| Faith| The Secret to Southern Charm| For entertainment| 

Need a new scent

Need a new Spring/Summer fragrance? I’ve been using these two Viral scents from Dime. Summers 7 & Dans Les Bois save 25% off with Code DARCY20. I know you’ll love these fresh scents, and they are affordable.

Friday Catch Up, A Weekly Recap!

 

Sales you might not want to miss

Anthropologie 30% off Up to 30% Off Furniture, Bedding, Candles, Décor & More

Banana Republic Factory is 50% off with an extra 20% off

Caraway Ceramic cookware and baking

Chico’s is up to 70% off, with 25% off select tops and a free tote with a $175 purchase.

DSW 20% off with code VIP20 up to 50% off of sneakers 

Express 40% off dresses and tops

Saks 25% off new arrivals -Friends and family sale

Soma 50% off select bras

Tartes has a 70% off Warehouse Sale. My Picks are HERE

Ulta’s 21 days of beauty 50% off is still going on. One of my favorite beauty products is on sale Sunday. Make sure to grab my Ulta Pick in the Mac Fix setting spray. I chose a 2nd one because it was too good to miss the Studio Fix powder plus Foundation.

Friday Catch Up, A Weekly Recap!

 

 

For the Home

You know I love decorating for the Holidays. With Easter right around the corner, I enjoyed creating some Easter inspiration boards for you. Over on my Amazon Storefront. Whether you’re decorating your dining room table for Easter brunch or needing a little Easter touch to add to your decor. You’ll enjoy my Amazon Picks for your Dining room, or Walmart finds under $20. 

Do you like easy baking and extra protein? We made this High protein Krusteaz Banana muffin baking mix with 12g of protein per serving. We did add a cup of chocolate chips, a Tablespoon of vanilla, and a dash of cinnamon. The guys gobbled them up. 

This candle has been giving me all the spring vibes with a hint of coziness. 

Friday Catch Up, A Weekly Recap!

                                                Rabbit Art| Carrots| Basket| Wreath| Beads| Gold bunny| Stand Bunny

 

Thank you for stopping by to read “Friday Catch Up, A Weekly Recap!”

Have a beautiful day, pretty ladies,

 

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How I Get Bounce in my Midlife Straight Hair

March 22, 2023

How I Get Bounce in my Midlife Straight Hair

How I Get Bounce in my Midlife Straight Hair

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Guess what? Did you guess it was snowing again in Utah? You’d be right! I am so over it and really can’t wait for Spring. Today I am headed to lunch to meet some fun blogger friends I met online but haven’t met in person. One of the best things about social media is the friends you meet. Then, this evening, I have a live with the Chit Chat Chic Ladies and a family dinner. So, a very busy day. 

Tonight we are chatting about all things Hair and that inspired today’s blog post, and the funny thing is I had a hair tutorial reel already created to post. Talk about perfect timing. 

Did you know I have a weekly ? I send it out every Sunday. I’d love for you to be a part and get even more free content. You can sign up .

All about hair care:

What shampoo & conditioner are you currently using?

Evolv Ultra Shine Shampoo & Evolv Utra Shine Conditioner

Healthy Volume Trio

Optimize hair health with nutrient-rich, non-toxic, organic, and natural ingredients. Includes our beloved UltraShine Moisture Shampoo and Conditioner plus SmartVolume Leave-In Conditioner with natural flax to boost volume. Ultra Shine’s custom blend of nourishing antioxidants, amino and fatty acids, and a low pH (4.5-5.5) normalizes hair and adapts to what you need the most. 

A couple of years ago I was using Hair Biology shampoo and conditioner, I wrote a whole blog post on my experience, and Following in love with my hair again. you might want to go check it out as it’s an affordable brand.

How I Get Bounce in my Midlife Straight Hair

What hair mask are you currently loving?

I have two:  I love the Vegmore overnight hair mask, which you apply and wear overnight for Ultimate hydration and frizz reduction. Helps repair damage, protect color and enhance shine. Leaves hair feeling more vital.

Secondly, I am loving the, I am Stripes hair mask– the Crown Pleaser,  which you leave in about 5 min for improved shine, and a trio of plant extracts that revitalize and soften thinning hair.

2 Items I am Using Menopause Hair Loss

As I am aging and in menopause, I am losing hair, a common side effect that isn’t been discussed much until recently. Here are 2 products I have been using for over a year now and am seeing results with hair growing back in and stronger hair.

Scalp Treatment

The secret to healthy hair is a healthy scalp and GRO Scalp Detoxifying Serum by Vegmore is a fully comprehensive approach to scalp health that incorporates the use of proprietary phyto-actives, vegan proteins & minerals designed to work in tandem for optimal scalp and hair wellness.

Grow Hair Serum

Hair serum by Vegmore made from Organic plant actives has been clinically shown to help improve visible hair growth, help reduce fallout, and repair follicle damage while protecting the hair from external aggressors.

 

 

How I Get Bounce in my Midlife Straight Hair

 3 Hair Care Products I Use For Styling & How I Get Bounce and Body

– Hair Oil (to keep my hair shiny, and protected) a small drop in the palm of my hands use wet or dry

– Dry shampoo to add texture and volume, I use it at the root and ends I love Dry Bar and it smells fantastic, and I have been using Hair story powder, which is a loose powder and can be sprinkled on or I put in my hands and finger it in. You don’t go though the powder as fast. Both do the same job so it really is on preference. 

– Hair Spray on ends and at the root, then after each curl. Kendra Hair Spray is a game changer when it comes to hair spray. My favorite by far. Let me tell you I have tried them all, well almost!

My Hair Oil Story

Hair Oil

A Daily Treatment: This styling oil for hair helps smooth out frizz, add shine, and hide the signs of damage while softening texture. A blend of 8 essential oils does wonders for parched or frizzy areas when worked through hair – damp or dry. 

I’ve always had oily hair and as I have aged and with menopause kicking in, It’s been dry everywhere, but still oily at the roots. I didn’t add oil to my hair, thinking it would worsen.

I have learned hair takes the oil it needs, when you apply just a couple of drops to the palms of your hands, rub them together and apply them to the hair. Only use it in the middle and ends of my hair, avoiding my roots. This has helped with the brittleness and added shine back into my hair.

 

How I Get Bounce in my Midlife Straight Hair

 4 hair care tools you can’t live without – T3-micro  curling iron, makes all the difference for my hair type, as this is the only curling iron that, gives me a curl my hair holds. For drying hair, I use the T3 micro styling blow wand.

The Wet Brush Original Detangler helps your hair stay strong and healthy! Gently loosens knots, on wet or dry hair, without pulling or snagging. The moment you use it, you’ll feel the difference.

GRO Revitalizing Scalp Massager features a series of bristles that stimulate the scalp and boost scalp health, providing both an exhilarating scalp massage and a relaxing experience. Ideal for all hair types, this hand-held massager can be used on a dry scalp. I use mine in the shower when shampooing and conditioning hair. 

I have hairstyling tutorials available

  If you are visual, I have created several Reels on my Instagram. Here’s the one from today. I’ve also done tutorials and saved them to  Highlights. You might want to go check them out, as I think you’ll find them helpful.  More about this in this blog post Must hair Hair care items

 

A fun little speed round of hair Q&A

How often do you wash your hair?

I wash my hair twice a week or If I have an event or photoshoot maybe 3. 

 

Is your hair generally oily, dry, normal, or combo?

My Hair is oily, but as I age, it is getting dryer and dryer. 

 

Middle or side part?

Changing up my hair do’s is something I like to do, so I do my part, for how I am feeling that day. I also like to wear braids, top knots, side do’s, twists, etc. 

Do you do your hair down or up?

This question is answered above, as I like to wear my hair differently daily. 

 

Shop the products below:

 

 

Thank you for stopping by to read ” How I Get Bounce in my Midife Straight Hair” you might also like

 Girl’s trips Beauty and Hair. You also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

Have a beautiful day, pretty ladies,

 

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8 Dime Beauty Products I Am Currently Using

March 20, 2023

8 Dime Beauty Products I Am Currently Using

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Hello Pretty ladies,

Happy First day of Spring. I look forward to warmer days, green hills, cheery blossoms, and spring flowers, which will be a little longer here in Utah as we look at another week of snow in the forecast.

Changing up my skincare for the start of a new season has always done wonders for my skin. I have found it essential to change your skincare throughout the year. Do you do that? I also love changing my fragrance, and I’ve found two from Dime, that I love. One is Fresh, Light, and clean. The other is feminine, bold, and intoxicating. This season, I am trying out Dime Beauty and Fragrances. 

Two New body products from Dime I love are The Glaze and The Boosting Body Serum. Perfect products to get your skin ready for the skin-showing season. Dresses, tank tops, and shorts. Check out more details below, as I know you will also fall in love with several of these products. Shop Dime Beauty HERE  Save 20% with code DARCY20

 

The Glaze

I started the new year using Dime Beauty’s  -The Glaze: Hvdrating Bodv Oil. Infused with highly nutritious oils, The Glaze is the body’s best friend for effectively hydrating the many thick layers of skin. In addition, these oils are enriched with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and rejuvenating properties.

They are essential to properly nourish the skin’s barrier lipids to retain moisture and prevent trans-epidermal water loss, which can cause dry patches, irritation, redness, and other skin concerns.

I am dying to know what’s next in DIME’s new body care line. 

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Boosting Body Serum

Meet Boosting Body Serum!

BODY SERUM Penetrates the ton layers of the skin LOCKS In moisture Protects against UV rays

  • Ceramides strengthen skin barrier function and fight premature signs of aging.
  • Probiotics support and balance the skin’s microbiome
  • Beneficial nutrients delivered to the deep layers of the skin

Sets the stage for The Glaze: Hydrating Body Dias amain moisturizer Superstar Ingredients Ceramides.

CERAMIDES 

It helps restore moisture reinforce the skin’s natural barrier, and protect against harm from foreign elements. NIACINAMIDE Helps our skin improve the production of ceramide barrier, which helps retain LACTOCOCCUS FERMENT LYSATE 

This probiotic assists the skin’s microbiome in staying hydrated, balanced, and in a healthy state. Want to be the first to try this hydrating body serum?

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Oils vs. Serums:

What’s the Difference?

Ever wonder what’s the difference between oils and serums and why you need both? The short answer is oil moisturizes the skin, and serums have a specific job and treat a variety of skin concerns.

 

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Dime Products I am using:

Summers Perfume-Experience endless summer with our 7 Summers® Perfume! The perfect clean fragrance will rid you of your winter blues and turn heads as you walk by! This perfume is made from only pure ingredients and contains Organic Sugar Cane Alcohol in place of the commonly used SD 40

Dans Les Bois Perfume– Fall in love with our new clean perfume! Dans Les Bois® is feminine, bold, and intoxicating—a sophisticated multilayered scent featuring warm tones of cedarwood and subtle fresh florals. Turn heads and stand out as you explore the world with Dans Les Bois, French for “into the woods.” This perfume is made from only clean ingredients and contains Organic Sugar Cane Alcohol instead of the commonly used SD 40.

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Dime Hyper Glow & Hyaluronic Acid Serum Set

Hydrate and glow with our easy-to-use, best-selling Serum Set! Serums are perfect for both morning and night! Glow with our powerful Vitamin C serum, Hyper Glow®, and hydrate with the holy grail of skincare; Hyaluronic Acid. Save 5% when you purchase these serums in a set!

 

TBT Serum

Say goodbye to old, dry skin and hello to newly hydrated, youthful skin! Change your skin for the better with our TBT Serum, a hydrating leave-on exfoliant that does the work overnight, so you don’t have to! This serum is supercharged with Mandelic Acid, Niacinamide, and other anti-aging ingredients.

 

Luminosity Eye Serum

This powerful cooling serum is packed with Super Star Ingredients like Goji Berry, Grape Skin Extract, Cucumber Extract, and Peptides. But, notice a difference with our Luminosity  Eye Serum.

 

Shop Dime Beauty HERE 

Save 20% with code DARCY20

 

A little reminder

 
Ulta Beauty still has 21 days of beauty with a couple of beauty products 50% off daily. I have linked 1 Top pick daily over on my LTK shop. 

 

Thank you for stopping by to read ”8 Dime Beauty Products I Am Currently Using ” Do you change up your beauty products throughout the year? I’d love for you to tell me in the comments.

You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

Have a beautiful day, pretty ladies,

 

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4 Elemis Beauty Products You’ll love

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Mixed Chocolate Chip Cookies You’ve Gotta Try

March 19, 2023

Mixed Chocolate Chip Cookies You’ve Gotta Try

Happy Sunday, pretty ladies!
The first day of Spring is tomorrow, and it doesn’t look like the weather in Utah will cooperate. More snow in our forecast.
I was able to catch a little sunshine in St. George this last week, while on a much-needed girl’s trip with my mom. Although not warm, it was nice to see the sun. Catch a little peek at our Trip Here.
 
I am really looking forward to warmer weather and all things spring. Sharing a little recap on today’s newsletter. Did you know I have a weekly newsletter? You can sign up . 

 

Mixed Chocolate Chip Cookies You've Gotta Try

Mixed Chocolate 🍪 Chocolate Chip cookies🍪🍪🍪

Recipe:

3/4 cup softened butter

1/2 cup granulated sugar 

1 Cup light brown sugar, packet

2 AA large eggs

1 tbsp Vanilla Extract 

1 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt 

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup dark chocolate chips

1 cup milk chocolate chips

Optional:

1 cup chopped nuts

Tip:

Sprinkle with Sea salt right when removed from the oven.

Preheat oven 375

Combine butter, sugar, and brown sugar in a medium bowl. Blend with a mixer until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly with an electric mixer on med speed. Add baking soda and salt. Slowly add flour until thoroughly blended. Fold in Kirkland signature chocolate chips and chopped nuts (optional) with a spatula.

 

Drop by the spoonful (I like ice cream scoop) onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375• for 9-12 minutes, depending on your desired texture.

Makes about 4 dozen cookies

Tip:

Use parchment paper to line your baking sheets.

Mixed Chocolate Chip Cookies You've Gotta Try

 
 
 
 

Not to miss:

Caraway sale

You know I love my Caraway pans and My boys love theirs so much that our oldest even bought his own baking pans and sheets. I thought I would remind you of this fantastic sale in case you had them on your list.  
 

Caraway Sale

From March 16th to March 31st, all customers shopping at Caraway
Receive 10% off Plus
 
Cash Back
” gift card 30 days after their purchase” (see the tiers below!)
 

The tiers are:

-Spend
-$95 and get a $25 gift card
– $195 and get a $50 gift card
-$395 and get a $100 gift card
Shop Now
 

Thank you for stopping by to read ” Mixed Chocolate Chip Cookies You’ve Gotta Try” Does your family love cookies like mine? I’d love for you to tell me in the comments.

You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

Have a beautiful day, pretty ladies,

 

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Easy Strawberry Shortcake

Chocolate Kahlua Cake

 

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3 Everyday Looks You Can Wear On Vacation

March 13, 2023

3 Everyday Looks You Can Wear On Vacation

3 Everyday Looks You Can Wear On Vacation

Hello Pretty Ladies,

How did the start of daylight savings go for you? We’re up early. Today was no different, and it was snowing yet again. With that said, we decided to stay home and chill. By chill, I mean I stayed in pj’s, did a facial, read scriptures, and had a slow morning.

I did get the laundry done, Ben shoveled snow, and we made a big Asian dinner. I worked on social media, my Liketoknowit, and my blog. So, we had a productive day, even though it was quiet at home.

It was nice not having to get ready and having a relatively relaxing day. I leave for St George on Wednesday to meet my mom for Vintage Market days, Zion, and a little girl time. It’s been a couple of months since I’ve seen her, and I look forward to spending time with her. 

Spring is coming

With the first day of Spring coming in a couple of days, and Spring break coming up fast, I thought I would share some great basics from Chico’s. Easy to pack, wear traveling, and mix and match all Spring and Summer.

 

Chico’s Wardrobe Builders

They take you from Saturday style to Vacation mode with Chico’s  New Spring line. Their classic button-up in linen is perfect; you’ll wear it on repeat in white. Great over a bathing suit, paired with jeans, shorts, or worn over a tee shirt dress. It also comes in a stripe and several other colors. Girlfriend cropped jeans are a flattering jean style, similar to the boyfriend jeans with being as baggy. 

A  big Spring trend is the color combo Navy and kelly green. You’ll see these colors paired together in print and solids and mixing it up. See how I styled this trend in a couple of ways below. First, I paired some great essential pieces with trendy pieces to create a look you can wear at any age. 

3 Everyday Looks You Can Wear On Vacation

White Button up | Girlfriend Jeans| Tennis shoes| Bag

Classic Wardrobe outfit 

Every day or Saturday style is built with classic wardrobe builders with the New girlfriend cropped denim. It fits slimmer than a boyfriend s jeans yet is not a straight cut. Very flattering on every figure and has a cute little cuff.  It was perfectly paired with Chico’s white shirt button-up and darling leather tennis shoes. Finish the look with a chain-detailed crossbody bag for a little updated edge.

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3 Everyday Looks You Can Wear On Vacation

Stripped Top| Joggers| Linen Slides

Easy Travel Outfit

Trending colors this Spring Kelly green and blue make a great color combo. I paired this color combo for a vacation look and a resort wear outfit. I hope you love the results. Kelly green jeggings and a navy and white striped linen button-up make for a comfortable travel look.

Shop The Look:

 

3 Everyday Looks You Can Wear On Vacation

Denim Jacket| Bathing Suit| Pants| Hat| Sunglasses| Bag

Resort wear or Poolside Outfit

Are you headed on a warm-weather vacation? These printed Ikat cropped pants pulled over a swimsuit (used as a body suit here) gave a seamless look, and paired with this two-toned denim jacket, the straw bag makes it easy to take from the pool to lunch. 

 

3 Everyday Looks You Can Wear On Vacation
3 Everyday Looks You Can Wear On Vacation
3 Everyday Looks You Can Wear On Vacation

Shop The Look:

 

 

Chico’s 40th Anniversary 

Chico’s is celebrating 40 years of fashion with its own curated collection I shared below:

Shop to Chico’s 40th:

 

 

 

Thank you for stopping by to read ” 3 Everyday Looks You Can Wear On Vacation” Have you shopped in Chico’s Lately?” I’d love for you to tell me in the comments.

You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

Have a beautiful day, pretty ladies,

 

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What to wear on your Next Girls’ trip

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7 Restaurants To Try In Sun Valley Idaho

March 10, 2023

7 Restaurants To Try In Sun Valley Idaho

7 Restaurants To Try In Sun Valley Idaho

Hello Pretty ladies,

I hope you are having a great start to your March; it’s still snowy here in Utah. I am so ready for Spring. If you’ve been following me or reading my blog, you know our family loves Sun Valley, Idaho, and we take two ski trips there a year and have for over 16 years. Ben and I go for Ben’s birthday, and then we take the family every March around Hampton’s birthday, Which is usually always around Spring break. This year we all need sun and sand for spring break, and our switching the Annual Sun Valley trip for somewhere without snow. 

Today, I am sharing 7 Restaurants to try, In Sun Valley, Idaho, for you to try on your visit. These are some of our family’s favorites and repeaters for us. I hope you’ll love them as much as we do. 

7 Restaurants To Try In Sun Valley Idaho

A Little About Sun Val ey

Sun Valley is a great little ski town, home to two significant ski areas and a sister resort to Snow Basin in Eden, Ut. (where we live)  It’s in Ketchum, Idaho, with fun little shops and excellent restaurants. We love to stay at The Sun Valley Lodge. You can’t go wrong dining at any of the restaurants on their property, but I have included three of our favorites: The Konditorei, Gretchen’s, and Dutchin’s Lounge.

Konditorei

Fireside coffee and hot cocoa. Fresh-baked European pastries. Casual dining for breakfast and lunch, with an Austrian twist. This is a daily stop for us, as w  love, their breakfast, and we like to stop by for an afternoon coffee and treat. This is not to be missed. 

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Gretchen’s

Adjacent to the Sun Valley Lodge lobby, Gretchen’s and The Duchin Lounge provide an exceptional dining experience. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner are served daily At Gretchen’s.

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        7 Restaurants To Try In Sun Valley Idaho

Duchin Lounge

A cozy, welcoming bar and lounge serve handmade cocktails, craft beer, and tasty bites in the Sun Valley Lodge lobby.

View Restaurant in the Sun Valley Inn. The Duchin Loung serves unique cocktails & appetizers, “the brussel sprout appetizer is amazing” with a beautiful atmosphere and a nightly live piano player.

 

Sun Valley Restaurant Guide

Photo’s below are from the Konditorei

 

7 Restaurants To Try In Sun Valley Idaho
7 Restaurants To Try In Sun Valley Idaho
7 Restaurants To Try In Sun Valley Idaho

7 Restaurants To Try In Sun Valley Idaho
7 Restaurants To Try In Sun Valley Idaho
7 Restaurants To Try In Sun Valley Idaho

Restaurants in Sun Valley

Saw Tooth Brewery -The Sawtooth Club has been the gathering place for Ketchum locals and visitors since 1987. And for a good reason! Always warm, comfortable, and welcoming, intimate yet lively. Rustic elegance and sophistication without pretension. The Sawtooth Club is in downtown Ketchum. Happy Hour is from 4:30-6:00. You should arrive at 4:30 for a seat. Dinner reservations are highly recommended.

7 Restaurants To Try In Sun Valley Idaho

The Celler Pub– A locals hang out, Good strong drinks (I like their Moscow mule), and a great happy hour. We always meet fun people and have great conversations. 

Lefty’s – A local’s hang out, not a touristy spot. Very casual and affordable sports bar serving Grill and bar food. Families welcome, and they have a couple of arcade games for kids to be entertained. It gets very crowded, and you could wait a while for food if you get there at peak hours. 

 

The Roundhouse

They were serving up sky-high lunches and dinners with breathtaking views.

Perched atop the Roundhouse Express gondola at 7,700 feet of elevation on Bald Mountain, The Roundhouse has served memorable meals, soul-warming drinks, and stunning views since 1939. The Roundhouse is America’s original on-mountain dining experience and offers the authentic charm of America’s etched elegance for which Sun Valley is known. Reservations are highly recommended. The view is worth the prices, which are on the higher end.

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Ketchum Starbucks– If you’re a Starbucks lover, this is a must-stop! Fun architecture with exciting history, including a vault and Hemingway art, not to mention great photo opportunities. 

 

7 Restaurants To Try In Sun Valley Idaho
7 Restaurants To Try In Sun Valley Idaho
7 Restaurants To Try In Sun Valley Idaho

 

Joining me in Sharing a Little Vacation recap is my good friend, Cindy, sharing her recap of her trip to Ashville, North Carolina. Make sure to head over there and read her post. She has excellent packing Ideas as well.  Cindy’s blog Lululoves7

Cindy's blog Lululoves7

 

 

Thank you for stopping by to read ” 7 Restaurants To Try In Sun Valley, Idaho” Have you been to Sun Valley? I’d love for you to tell me in the comments.

You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

Have a beautiful day, pretty ladies,

 

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February’s 10 Best Sellers You Don’t Want To Miss

March 6, 2023

February’s 10 Best Sellers You Don’t Want To Miss

February 10 Best Sellers You Don't Want To Miss

 

Hello pretty Ladies, I hope you had a great weekend, today I am Sharing, February’s 10 Best Sellers You Don’t Want To Miss. A couple of these are best sellers over and over again. We also had new spring product releases from Spanx that sold well and quickly made it on February’s best-sellers list. My Daily devotional is beautifully illustrated and brings daily joy, which also brings me joy you are loving as much as I am. All of February’s best sellers I items I enjoy using on repeat and I know if you try them you will too.

 

 

February’s 10 Best Sellers

–Colleen Rothschild hand cream♥️ there isn’t a better hand cream on the market!!!  Trust me!!!

–Buxom lip plumper in Champagne great alone or over your favorite lippy!

–New Balance 327 sneakers are so good I own 5 pairs! Their stylish can be worn with so many looks and are very comfortable! They come in and out of stock… but do restock if sold out!

–Daily devotional– daily scripture beautifully illustrated $13,99

–Stanley cup 40 oz tumbler comes in several colors, also sells out fast but restocks… in-stock right now. I have two one for water and one for Ice Tea.

–Lululemon belt bag is a travel staple and great for errands too! Love love

–LaneigeLip mask is worn overnight for smooth & soft lips, or worn as a tinted gloss! So good

–Spanx – 3 Spanx pieces made my top sellers and they are so so good!! I have a couple of them in multiple colors! I love everything SPANX makes and lately, they are hitting it out of the park!

-The Spanx perfect blazer is true to size, and a classic you’ll wear on repeat, Works great for work wear and great to Chic up jeans and a graphic tee. I’ve been wearing it on repeat. Here are 3 ways to Style it. HERE

–Spanx air essentials crew neck sweatshirt. So butter-soft you’ll want to wear it daily! Comes in several colors!  Light weight too so you’ll wear it all spring and on summer nights! Great for travel!

–Spanx air essentials collar zip up and wide leg pants Same as the crew… buttery soft, true to size, and perfect for travel, daily wear, etc.

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Thank you for stopping by to read ” February’s 10 Best Sellers You Don’t Want To Miss” Have you tried any of this list’s best sellers? I’d love for you to tell me in the comments.

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Have a beautiful day, pretty ladies,

 

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9 Items for A Spring Home Refresh

March 1, 2023

9 Items for A Spring Home Refresh

9 Items for A Spring Home Refresh

 

Hello Pretty Ladies, 

I hope your week is going well. Happy March! We celebrated our 27th wedding anniversary over the weekend and have been trying to get into the swing of a new week. It’s been a harsh winter in Utah this year, and with Valentine’s over, I added some simple Spring touches to our home this week and shared over on the gram. You all loved it so much that I thought I would recap nine simple and affordable little touches you could add to your home for a spring feel.

9 Items for A Spring Home Refresh from my home tour🌿

Affordable and simple items to refresh little areas of your home! 9 things you can add to give your home a little refresh for Spring and add to the sense of sight & smell.

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Adding Spring to the Kitchen area

If you’re like me, we’re primarily in our kitchens, and I like to start adding in the season here. You can make simple and affordable little changes that have a significant impact. I want to create tiny little vignettes for the seasons. For example, I start at my sink area and purchase new countertop cleaner, dish soap, and hand soap in a fresh scent of the season, add a new scrubber and a little silk pot of flowers, and a scented candle.  

The cleaners and soaps are $3.99-$2.99, adding such a spring impact for so little money. The stand you can use every season for under $20, and a new little wooden scrubber is $6; I think it’s a cute little detail. A little silk flower pot is $6-9.00, and you can find spring candles for $10. This Fresh linen and Sea salt candle smells so good. Fresh and clean for Spring.

9 Items for A Spring Home Refresh

Sink area- stand|Dish & Hand soap| Counter cleaner| Scrubber|Candle|Dish Towels

 

Spring Touches with color in mind

Add these cute striped ruffle dish towels, a Jute rug, Spring 40 oz Candle & candles, little birds, and silk flowers. To your space, please give it a fresh look and light up your room for Spring. Think lighter colors and colors of Spring that will work in your area. I choose yellow, green, white, and the natural color of jute. 

 

Fresh flowers bring the outdoors in

I love fresh flowers too. Something about fresh flowers that make your home feel like you’re bringing the outdoors in: if you have been following me for a while, you know a bouquet of fresh flowers is something I treat myself to every week. I love trader joe’s, Costco flowers, and our local flower shops.

9 Items for A Spring Home Refresh

Changing out your Rugs

Changing out your rugs can make a significant impact on your space. Removing heavier fabrics and replacing them with lighter, airier ones, like jute, give your room a softer feel. Rugs can range in price, and you can find reasonable ones at places like Target and home goods. But I love Boutique rugs, and they are always having a sale. This darling jute circle rug comes in several sizes. I chose the smaller size as I knew it would fit perfectly in front of my sink and fridge. The circle is a fun change instead of the usual rectangle shape. (I got the large round for my entryway. )

 

9 Items for A Spring Home Refresh

 

Spring Center Piece for your Kitchen Island

Spring centerpieces can be easy to create, from a bowl with fresh lemons and limes to a simple flower centerpiece. You can get creative and use a dough bowl to add a bird’s nest and birds or bunnies. Of course, spring candles and fresh flowers are always a favorite. I will share several more ways in feature posts and stories on the gram, so tune in over there.

 

An excellent coffee table decor book

The Cozy White Cottage Seasons coffee table decor book is one of my favorite home inspiration books, and this one has 100 ways to be cozy all year. 

 

Items I love to use for decor no matter the season

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Thank you for stopping by to read ”9 Items for A Spring Home Refresh” Do you have a favorite Spring item to add to your home decor? I’d love for you to tell me in the comments.

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Vacation Mode Activated Cabana Life

February 27, 2023

Vacation Mode Activated Cabana LifeVacation Mode Activated Cabana Life

Hello pretty ladies. Spring is almost here, which means Summer is around the corner! This means Spending more time outdoors, and Beach & Lake Vacations are fast approaching. I love nothing more than spending time in the water. Whether poolside or beachside. Cabana Life resort wear is perfect for the whole family. Clothing that protects you, Spf 50, and UV ray protection. 

Cabana Life Clothing 

I love that Cabana Life clothing can take you from the beach to lunch. It’s fashionable and practical. Every piece travels well, along with not taking up much space. 

I love that every collection has a matching swimsuit, making packing easier. I took several pieces to Palm Beach, Florida, which helped me easily pack and organize my outfits—being able to mix and match some of the collections as well. Like in this outfit below: From the  Jetties Beach & Nantucket Collection. The colors work together even though the patterns are different. It makes for a fun combination. 

4 Vacation looks from Cabana Life

Don’t be afraid to mix and match patterns if the colors are the same. It works out great.

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The terry cloth tunics have long been one of my favorite pieces from Cabana Life. I love how you can wear it as a bathing suit cover-up and a dress…. But it’s even cute, worn as a tunic paired with linen pants. A very versatile piece that takes you from the pool to the street.

Fashion tip:

It’s always a good rule of thumb to think of 3 ways to wear a piece of clothing before purchasing it!

Vacation Mode Activated Cabana Life

I am wearing the Naples collection Rufftops Maxi skirt and triangle bikini top💙 The Maxi Skirts are fantastic with a white linen button-up and Cabana Life’s Accessories. Perfect for a lunch date or pull-on over a swimsuit. You can’t go wrong with this Skirt and a denim jacket on a fantastic night; it takes it from day to evening. The colors in this collection are the prettiest shade of blue.

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Accessories. 

-Cabana Life Stripe bag

-Tan Backless Sun Hat

-Cabana life insulated cup

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-Free Cabana Life tote bag  (Must add to cart.)

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Meet My New Favorite Jewelry French Kande

February 20, 2023

Meet My New Favorite Jewelry French Kande

Meet My New Favorite Jewelry French Kande

Hello Pretty ladies,

I hope your weekend was full of love and blessings. We laid low, worked on some projects, and lounged at home. I’ve been on a seven-day cleanse, and staying home helped me to stick with it. I’ll be done on Thursday, and then I am doing a 10-day reset, followed up with whole30 or keto. I’m not sure which one yet, but I know it will be High in Protein and fiber. I’ll keep you post over on Instagram and probably do a follow-up post. In case this is something you have an interest in. I would love for you to let me know in the comments below. 

As for today’s blog post share. 

Meet My New Favorite Jewelry line French Kande, a beautiful handmade jewelry line inspired by french medallions. Perfect for dressing up a tee, a Crisp button-up, or LBD. I fell in love with French Kande’s story. I adore Paris and love medallions and pearls. What a perfect marriage for a jewelry line. Combining two of the things I adore caught my eye quickly. I also love chunky jewelry, things that have a story, hand-crafted pieces, and women-owned businesses. So you can see how falling in love was easy for me.

The story of the French Kande Medallions.

Most of French Kande’s pieces are created with a medallion from France; behind each medallion is a story/history. I don’t know about you, but I love knowing the history of pieces or items. Maybe my love of Art History. Read more about each medallion HERE. 

Meet My New Favorite Jewelry French Kande
Meet My New Favorite Jewelry French Kande
Meet My New Favorite Jewelry French Kande

My first piece of French Kande Arrived in December

My first piece of French Kande Jewelry is The Chemins medallion two-strand necklace. I couldn’t wait to style it with my Spanx LBD 3 ways above. See more HERE 

Meet My New Favorite Jewelry French Kande

French Kande Piece I now have in my collection

The Chemins Medallion Necklace–

This necklace features two 17″ strands of white Freshwater Pearls with silver wire and Lyon chain, exclusive Immacule bail with our Micro Austrian Crystal backplate, and Chemins medallion. Beautiful all by itself or layered with our other designs.

Meet My New Favorite Jewelry French Kande

EMERALD PEARLS WITH ENAMEL MONT JOYE MEDALLION AND AUSTRIAN CRYSTAL Necklace-

This necklace features 28″ emerald Freshwater Pearls with silver wire and Golden Druzy accents, our exclusive Austrian Crystal Canal bezel, and a Gold Enamel Monte Joye medallion. Beautiful all by itself or layered with our other designs.

 

Meet My New Favorite Jewelry French Kande
SIGNET RING WITH WHITE PEARL CABOCHON Ring-
 
This stunning ring features our exclusive Signet bezel with a substantial white shell pearl cabochon. Beautiful all by itself or paired with our other designs.
 
Meet My New Favorite Jewelry French Kande
 
BRASS LOURDES CHAIN WITH GUSTAVE MEDALLION Bracelet-

This bracelet features our bold but classic Lourdes chain, our exclusive Dunes bezel, and the Gustave medallion. Beautiful all by itself or paired with our other designs.

Adding A little piece of French Kande to your collection

Adding unique jewelry pieces to your collection can help accessorize your wardrobe. Like with anything, you, of course, need to purchase what you love and what calls to you. French Kande is an investment piece you will own forever and can pass on to your children as a beautiful keepsake. Even one key element can be used to mix and match with the jewelry you already own, as I shared HERE on Instagram. Want more style inspiration with these pieces? Make sure to watch Instagram and Instagram stories as I will be sharing French Kande inspiration often. 

Mixing and matching jewelry can be fun, helps change the looks of pieces you already own, and creates a great statement to even your most basic outfit. Jewelry takes your business to the next level; it’s so crucial to accessories. TIP: Having a few key pieces of jewelry you can wear with any outfit also helps, then you can add in statement pieces like French Kande. 

Thank you

Thanks for reading today’s blog post. “Meet My New Favorite Jewelry French Kande” I appreciate you being here and taking the time to stop by.

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D’Arcy

D'Arcy
Welcome to my blog, Where I share Fashion and lifestyle over 40. A Former Clothing Boutique owner, Interior designer by Trade! Boy mom, Sharing Tips, DIY’s, Recipes, Home inspiration, Ways to style what you own and create ways to look & feel stylish at any age! I love a good deal and I adore luxury! I share how I mix both. While sneaking in Chats about midlife issues. Midlife Now, isn’t what it was for our moms!
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4 affordable short outfits for your next vacation 4 affordable short outfits for your next vacation that will make packing a breeze✔️

From Brunch to poolside, sightseeing to Dinner I’ve got you covered… along with easy packing ✈️🚗🚕🧳

As a 54 year old who loves a good matching set for travel, as it truly does make packing a breeze… You’ll love the quality,fit and style of these 4 sets…

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Happy Father’s Day Ben! Slide through these fun p Happy Father’s Day Ben!

Slide through these fun photos to learn more about the man I’ve built a life with….

Happy Father’s Day to all the men out there, that are hard works, protectors, love their family & god, are amazing role models, coaches and  supportive.

We’re lucky to have you in our lives!

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So many ways to style dressed up or down… today I am styling more casual for a girls lunch! 

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I am 54 Here’s 8 Affordable,Natural And Clean- Ord I am 54
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I replaced a lot of my Beauty Regimen with these Unexpected affordable products,
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What a fun date night Ben and I had on Friday…. W What a fun date night Ben and I had on Friday….

We had paddle and pickle ball lessons at the New @utahcityracquetclub 

We were treated to the VIP pre-grand opening by @redhead_marketing_pr with lessons, great Dj music,snacks, yummy mocktails, fun photos and a great swag bag including a Pickle ball racket🏓🎾👟 

We enjoyed it so much, I think we were some of the last ones to leave✔️

Then we took the scenic drive home through Provo Canyon 🚘🏔️ 

If you’ve been want to learn Paddle or Pickle ball and or tennis 🎾 You’d love this experience..

If you’ve just want a fun datenight activity book a session today… Ben and I loved the Paddle ball, which is very popular in Europe. It’s like tennis and racket ball played outside ✔️

Do you play any of these fun Racket sports? 🎾🏓👟

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You’ve ask for Dress & Shirts with sleeves for sum You’ve ask for Dress & Shirts with sleeves for summer.. ..

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Here’s a dress I know you’ll love💙
From its darling perfect length sleeve and sweet elbow ruffle detail, to having pockets  and hitting at the knee. (I am tall 5’91/2) so longer depending on height .

The embroidered linen dress with embellishments in center of flowers is perfect for so many of Summers social seasons events✔️

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White or nude sandals, wedges, heels or lace-up ankle espadrilles for cute summer looks

I love a statement earring with a dress that doesn’t need a necklace… wearing these cute shades of blue flower earrings. 

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Celebrating America’s 250 years🇺🇸 Americas Nation Celebrating America’s 250 years🇺🇸

Americas National Potluck initiative 

Bringing people together through food

Individuals & Families are invited to gather and share a meal on 
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Or encouraged to plan community or neighborhood potlucks to celebrate America’s 🇺🇸 250 year Anniversary 

By bringing people together around the table we can celebrate our freedoms we share along with our strengths, and the Sense of belonging that holds us together.

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I don’t know about you but I love a full service S I don’t know about you but I love a full service Selfcare day✔️

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 A weekly blow out
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🌸I am 54 and these Affordable Summer Sets & Sunni 🌸I am 54 and these 
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Don’t like to show your arms? I’ve got the perfec Don’t like to show your arms?

I’ve got the perfect pretty white dress for you….

Summer outfit Inspiration- perfect for Brunch, a baby shower, friends Anniversary party, vacation dinner etc

-White dress
Eyelet tie waist white dress fully lined with pockets and I have A DISCOUNT CODE for YOU!  In link

-Think of all the ways you can style this cutie all season long and achieve different looks.  Dress down with a flat sandal, make it western with cowboy boots, take it on vacation with wedges or espadrilles and a straw bag…

Do you like to show your arms or prefer not to?

How I styled it… For church then brunch:

-Turquoise chunky statement necklace 
-Turquoise beaded hoops

-Hobo leather clutch in turquoise 
(I love the pop of color) 

-Inez nude cross knot detail kitten heal- so very comfortable and a perfect height - A go with everything shoe

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Drop it like it’s HOT…. Balancing Menopause and m Drop it like it’s HOT….

Balancing Menopause and midlife can be tricky✔️

From weight gain, mood swings, sleepless nights, dry skin and lady parts, hair loss, eyesight issues, bone loss to personal summers (hot flashes)….. 

Boy hitting 40-50-60’s sounds fun 😅🤣 Actually, it really isn’t that bad, and life is what you make of it, Plus  getting old is a privilege….

In today’s time, we’re lucky because menopause is a Topic WE TALK about NOW, and we have more information and resources to HELP us, unlike our mothers.

Not everyone has every symptom nor do they experience every symptom. 

This is a topic I’ve shared a lot about over on my blog and in future more on my substack (join for free in my bio) 

Below ⬇️ are a few things I’ve found very helpful from my journey over the last 10 years to now, starting at about 44 years old.

-A Homeopathic Hormone replacement specialist- I went at 44 when I gained 12-15 pounds for no reason, had hair loss and wasn’t feeling like myself and went on Bio- identical hormone replacement for about 4 years and the weight feel off and I started to feel like myself again. I stopped I. 2020 due to not being able to get to doctors.. 

-Start a good clean supplement program (not a Doctor) but here’s what helped me.
Magnesium- zinc- Vitamin D3- vitamin K 
-a good women’s multivitamin - 
B-12 shots- Collagen- Colostrum- bone marrow- probiotic, a cranberry supplement and - creatine - NAD- primrose (I have a few others I take as well) full list is on blog 

- Doubled my water intake - (140-160 oz a day) added Fiber- chia seeds- pinch of salt to it … (I do 1/2 teaspoon baking soda twice a week) 

-Daily walks and I added a weighted vest about 4 years ago 

-A cup of warm lemon water to start the day 

- I shoot  for 100 grams of protein daily (I don’t always get this) I just try to get close

-Scalp treatments - Rosemary oil and rosemary supplements 

- Coolnight pjs and cooling sheets  I don’t get or experience hot flashes, but sleeping cooler help me sleep better❤️

- cleansing oil & after Shower oil help with dry skin

-Red light therapy mask helps facial skin and neck

- Derma-planing face helps skin texture and for products to sink in
Melanoma Skin Cancer Journey Here’s a couple thi Melanoma Skin Cancer Journey 

Here’s a couple things I’ve learned on my Journey that I thought I’d share with you I found interesting and very helpful..
 ( now, I am not a doctor) these are things I’ve researched and though I’d share my findings, but you can do your own research :) 

I share in hopes to bring awareness and the importance of getting your skin checked at least once a year.

‼️ 2 things:

-The importance of taking zinc— zinc supplements helps your body give off a natural defense to the suns rays.

⚠️ Like anything I need to stress how important it is to read your labels and start using clean Supplements.  You want to get what you’re paying for and not “fillers” verses the actual minerals and herbs.

- A clean beauty mineral based 
Sunscreen with a high level of Zinc! READ your labels and the ingredientsll

MOST sunscreens have harmful ingredients and hormone disruptors in them! I have 5 brands I love that me and my family use  over on my Liketoknowit or you can comment “shop” and I’ll send them to you.

To know:

⚠️ I get my skin checked twice a year and since being diagnosed with melanoma, I now go every 3 months.

Since my surgeries, I’ve had 2 laser’s treatments to help with scaring (shown in slide 2 is my 2nd surgery) done 6 weeks ago.
I actually should have my 3rd laser done this week, but I moved it to July 1st. 

To be honest I really am not in the head space to deal with another treatment this week! 🙏🏻 I told you I’d be very honest with you in this journey, and it is a roller coaster of emotions… Laser treatments sometimes trigger that for me.

- Laser treatment can be done every 6 weeks

⚠️I have 6 parts of my journey up in my feed, 3 of them pinned to top the others you’ll have to scroll through feed and I have detailed highlights as well. 

I hope you find these helpful

Have any questions you can dm me or leave a comment ⬇️ below.

Happy Monday pretty Lady, and may you
Have a week full of sunshine and gods blessings.

Midlife health journey/ skin cancer journey/ facial skin cancer/ over 50/ facial scars/ sharing life over 50/ cancer warrior

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POV: The Turkey sandwiches I make All summer long POV:
The Turkey sandwiches I make All summer long my family loves🥪

Not your ordinary Turkey, Avocado, tomato sandwiche🥪🥑🍅

First off the Key to these delicious sandwiches is warm crusty bread straight from the oven yet soft on the inside..

My tip is a French baguette ran under water (a tip my Mother in law taught me 33 years ago) placed in the oven for 5-7 minutes- seriously, makes it like you made it fresh… 

-Boards head spicy pepper Turkey freshly sliced from the deli
- Farm Fresh Tomatoes salt & peppered 
-Micro greens (or sprouts) 
- Peppered jack cheese (or your favorite)
-My Smashed Avocado spread 

Full recipe on my blog

A perfect summer meal to serve alfresco🪴🍽️
 
Serve with your favorite sides 
I served with my :
-Basil corn salad 
- a small charcuterie board
- my easy Blue cheese stuffed grape on a walnut appetizer

 A long  with your choice of sun tea - cucumber mint water or  a sparking water 🥤🍃

All Recipes on my blog ✔️

#recipe/ summer recipes/ family favorites/ entertaining/ summer style/ midlife/ dining alfresco/ turkey sandwich
Summer Forecasts: Slowness & 90% chance of … Bike Summer Forecasts:
Slowness & 90% chance of …

Bike rides- BackYard Gardening- Brunching outdoors 🚲🪴🍽️

3 B’s I can get behind…
I also love beaches, Butter and Beautiful things… 

Follow along for All my favorite things I think you’ll love too❤️❤️❤️

Flowers-entertaining-Recipes-gardening 
-home decor- Tablescapes-Home dates- fashion and beauty….

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What I wore on our 7 day Road trip✔️ —Desserts and What I wore on our 7 day Road trip✔️
—Desserts and Pools—

I just found the best travel wardrobe from Amazon✔️

I used it to create 6 Outfits 

Styled with Amazon Set & Pieces for the Perfect Summer Capsule mix and match add in a few Favorites.
 
Accessories & nobody would ever#guess these looks were so affordable. 

I Love mixing affordable trending pieces with wardrobe staples for a put together and chic look.
 

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🚗Road Trip —Desserts and Pools—🌴🌊🌵🏜️🌺 Last leg of 🚗Road Trip
—Desserts and Pools—🌴🌊🌵🏜️🌺

Last leg of trip…2 days in Las Vegas

- A couple days poolside 
- A couple meals out
-Some shopping (just a little) 
- and yes, we had early nights in…

We’ve been to LV so many times, that we actually don’t enjoy it any more, it’s changed so much over the years, that we actually prefer to have pool time (eat at pool) stay close or at our hotel… Walking the strip is more scary then fun, and the restaurants aren’t what they used to be… people watching isn’t even fun anymore there:(

Lately, We just think of LV as a resting point before we drive the 6-7 long hours home. 

Over the years I’ve shared several amazing LV hotels, restaurants and shopping spots…. Some of those are still good, but several have gotten run down and aren’t the same.  I honestly don’t feel safe in LV and probably won’t have that be a resting point anymore. 

If you’re a gambler or like shows … then LV probably still has appeal, People don’t dress up anymore, the top quality restaurants & hotels aren’t what they used to be, and over priced for what you get. (Trust me we’ve stayed at almost all of the resort’s multiple times) 
I personally think there’s better places to visit. 

😉This is my observation and opinion over the last several times & years we’ve been to Lv. 

How do you feel about Las Vegas?
Have you been recently? 

Sorry, not sorry for my honest review!

#roadtripping #lasvegasnevada #honestreview #pooltimefun #midlife
Road Trip Day 6 —Palm Springs🌴— —Started the day Road Trip Day 6

—Palm Springs🌴—

—Started the day with grabbing a must have coffee or tea from koffie☕️ A must stop

— Pool time for a little bit before later Brunch (we’ll go back to pool after)

— Brunch at FARM🍋‍🟩🍴🍃 It’s a beautiful restaurant off 111 in Downtown Palm Springs with gorgeous outdoor patios, stunning English & French gardens and delicious food☕️🥗🥪🥑 
Great cocktails and a fun dining experience. 

— You can stroll downtown & shop, check out the sidewalk stars 

— we’re off to the pool🌊🌴

—Late afternoon & Early  Evening off to view  a fun garden spot and then a cocktail & light dinner a a fun a casual  Restaurant/Bar @boozehoundsps 

Come back tomorrow as we head to Las Vegas for our final destination before we head home🚗🌵🏜️🪇🌺🌴🌊

Deserts and pools road trip

Do you have a favorite stop in Palm Springs? Drop it below ⬇️ 

 
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