July felt like one long game of catch-up. Every time I crossed one thing off the list, three more popped up. It was busy, but with many fun moments mixed in. Here’s my life lately in July.
What I’ve Been Up To
My sister and her husband were in town the week leading into the 4th, and we kicked off the long weekend with happy hour and charcuterie on our deck.
The 4th was a beach day, and we picnicked and paddle boarded on Lake Michigan with our friends. Later that evening, we attended their community’s fireworks display.
A few friends got together to see the musical, AlwaysSomething There. It’s about a woman who wakes up on the morning of her 45th birthday in her 18-year-old life. She has a golden opportunity to relive her senior year of high school in suburban Chicago, 1989. Armed with the wisdom of her adult self, she can reshape her teenage choices. The soundtrack was filled with all of your favorite ’80s hits, and it was such a fun show.
We were back at our favorite outdoor concert venue for the Beck concert. It was roughly the temperature of the sun that evening. We had our usual picnic setup and did our best to pretend it wasn’t miserable. The show, though, was something else. Beck’s performance with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra was worth every sweaty minute.
We finally tackled the landscaped area behind our garage. It had been on our to-do list since we moved in four years ago. I didn’t take a before photo, but it was overgrown, and generally it was just not visually appealing.
After weeding, digging out old tree roots, and removing a large number of rocks and broken paver pieces, we laid down landscaping fabric to suppress weed growth. Then, edged, sodded, and mulched.
Products I Tried
ThirdLove sent me two of their breathable cooling bras to try, and they showed up at the perfect time. We’ve had nothing but high 90s lately and I’ve been wearing them on repeat. They do live up to the name. Lightweight, supportive, and comfortable even when it’s hot and sticky out. If you’ve been looking for a bra that doesn’t make you want to rip it off by 2 p.m., this might be the one. Check them out here.
Colleen Rothschild’s Christmas in July sale is a great opportunity if you’ve had your eye on something; now’s the time to grab it. A few of my everyday favorites are included: the Sheer Renewal Cream (lightweight but still hydrating), the Illuminating Tinted Eye Cream (brightens without being heavy), and the Radiant Cleansing Balm, which feels like a mini facial at the end of the day. I always try to stock up during this sale. Check it out here.
I’ve shared Melinda Maria jewelry in the past, and I’m loving the new necklace I just got in. This is the She’s an Icon Blue Opal Moon necklace, and I get compliments every time I wear it. It’s a great piece to add a pretty detail to your white tops. Use code DOUSEDINPINK for 10% off. Shop here.
What I’m Watching
We blew through Dept. Q, loved The Residence whodoneit and started Stick – all are really good!
What I’m Wearing
Goals Recap
July Goals
Fitness: Run 1 mile at least once a week. Nope – it’s been way too hot and humid.
Financial: Continue to update my Poshmark closet. List home items on Facebook Marketplace. Done!
Family: Plan our daughter’s engagement party scheduled for early August. Done!
Blog: Roll out my Seven Days of Effortless Summer Outfits series. Nope! Going to change this to fall and roll out in September.
August Goals
Health – I did a nutrition reset a few months ago, and I think it’s time to do it again – no sugar, dairy, or processed foods for two weeks.
Financial – No spend August.
Relationships – Make plans with a friend I haven’t seen in a while.
Blog – Start planning fall content.
Popular Posts in July
Black and White Summer Outfit Inspiration
How to Refresh an Unused Living Room
What I’m Looking Forward To Next Month
The Blonde Squad has a long weekend trip planned to a Michigan beach town this weekend, and the following weekend is my daughter’s engagement party!
That’s a wrap of my life lately in July. I’d love to hear what you’ve been up to. Let me know in the comments!
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