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// September's Beauty Favourites

As soon as I begin feeling our declining transitional temps this time of the year, I welcome both my previous season and new skin care products with a softer, added moisture touch to embrace our chilly fall weather. Like many, if not most, autumn is my favourite season with its lighter and warm-fuzzies vibe, hot teas and chocolate included. Little pampering and budget-friendly treats on a daily basis to take us from summer's hot and humid into our approaching cooler and drier air are always a happy plus for our skin. Three favourites I'm currently loving for my own gentle 'coming-up-roses' boost...

// Guava Ginger Fizz Sipper

To think it almost slipped me when the alarms have been blasting loud and clear for months... This chilled, light, fizzy and fruity non-alcoholic sipper is my serenade to summer-- for all it has been, and the many blessings and lovely new turns in the midst of a fully-loaded year. Its credit goes to my mom who has been sipping away (with a variety of blends) all summer and 'before-some' come to think of it, most evenings, as she lounges with her evening media watches and such... It keeps her calm and easygoing which has been a huge asset for all her children this year. So, I took the plunge with my all-time favourite juice, gave it some fizzy stretch and a mild flavour-twist. There are still a few must-engage-in summer makes that are still lingering in my mind so I'm happily taking them with me through fall and maybe even winter as timing allows. I hope you enjoyed your summer, and were able to celebrate something good, mellow memories included with family and friends, and a few favourite things. More after the jump, and here's to our last full weekend of Summer 2019 as we've experienced it. Have a fun one! ~xx

// Recent Reads, Finds, and Such...

The wild thing about this transitional time of the year is the heightened curiosity about whether we're going to have a good or bad winter. It's a constant. Good as in 'mild, it could be worse' weather, where we are still able to do many of our summer rituals (no boots required today... :)), or so bad that the 'why can't we have a paid snow month' to stay home with the kids' is a recurring thought in our busy minds, and sometimes out loud. What I'm really investing in and looking forward to actually... is more sleep, and eight full-bodied hours of it for starters, with enchanting dreams that take me to the beautiful and bountiful other side. Recent elevating reads, finds, and such from around the web for this our Tuesday...

 

...  Old meets new, in a new light...  more » here; always breathtaking! :)

...  Why Enneagrams are the new big thing.

...  A fun way for Catholic kids to learn about their Faith each week.

...  A town for people with chronic-fatigue syndrome.

...  Warm throw-ons for the tropical beach lover; also here and here.

...  September's balance: Avocado salad with carrot-ginger dressing.

// Blueberry Buttermilk Ice Cream

Bursting with our fresh and beautiful summer blueberries, some left whole on purpose during the gentle stewing process for an extra 'zing' of juicy flavour, this Blueberry Buttermilk indulgence can now be tagged as my September 2019 Frozen Flavour. For our free-spirited blueberry lovers, young and 'older' with its tart buttermilk, fun bites of smooth fruit, and balancing cream blend every step of the way. And as a little surprize when I have that quiet overnight to do just that. :) My Shalom to Summer. A few behind-the-scenes beginnings after the jump... Happy early weekend, and have a restful one. ~xx

 

// Balancing Pleasures...

Happy Monday! And we're moving on after a week of rains (and being spared, once again-- :)), and my realizing I'm still supposed to be celebrating and it almost slipped me, almost. How does this happen? So I took full advantage of the unexpected earlier mornings away to indulge with some quiet, uplifting and balancing pleasures... in the 'aftermaths' of life itself. It's a survival must these days. Also, very thankful for a safe beginning of our new school year this side too (delighted to check all those boxes: check, check, check)-- Thanks Teachers! Find your five to thrive...

 

... and have a smooth week. xx

 

 ♫ Music from our weekend...

David Bowie - Let's Dance (Nikko Culture Remix)

 

 

// And This Was August Too...

{good memories: my sister Gi's very impressive (and mighty delicious) Oh She Glows soup made with all organic produce and lots(!) of cutting up of said produce; so-so good, and i'm ready for another bowl where i will arrive when it's ready and enjoy feet up while on her comfy couch :)}

 

Usually, I'm not one to dream about work, with dreams that often have me on a cruise ship or cozy boat heading somewhere over our dreamy seas with loved ones (kids with fries included), on the lido deck, looking out at our beautiful blue, no less. But last weekend, somewhere in the Saturday a.m. bells, (it's still all a fog as to what specific time of a.m.), I actually dreamed about 'work'-- and then, in many ways, realized it was not really work, as blogging still continues to be a relaxing hobby of mine, with a few fun perks attached to the process... I actually dreamed that I forgot to type when to add the pure olive oil to this mellow transitional recipe, and attended to it on awaking, where there were a few waiting questions in my DM loft about said ingredient 'lost' in the directions. Thanks, and sorry about that Guys-- the olive oil has now been 'found'... Thanks for a peaceful week, and I know my security detail will be happy to know that this weekend I'm having all the drinks(!) all.the.drinks. :) More behind the scenes after the jump... Have a smooth one, especially my Florida people! We've been here before, and we'll make it through... stay safe, and hang tight with each other. ~xx