Thursday, August 20, 2026

Costco Finds & Favorites

 Another Costco post for late summer.
I like to pick up the roses every other week or so. They are a great deal and last awhile.
I loved the feel of this 3 piece pj set and it's been so cool and comfy this summer.
Did you score one of the viral ESPRIT sweatshirts?   I'm glad I found them in person.
I liked the blue version best and can't wait for some cooler days to wear it.
I've learned to always buy any outdoor plants that I have my eye because they are usually gone the following week.
I love the name of this hydrangea. I bought another kind of hydrangea as well. They both took a hit during the heat wave but I'm seeing new growth and hope they will thrive next year.

My mother in law had this vegetable tray at her 4th of July party and everyone was going crazy for the everything bagel ranch dip.   I bought one for my book club and it was a hit again.
City Girl #2 and I tried the MorningStar Chipotle Black Bean Burgers and we're big fans.  They have just the right amount of heat.  
Another cat pillow? I didn't get it but it is so cute.
So is this neutral pumpkin pillow.
The haunted house pillow is also adorbs.
I purchased these back in June and was hoping the fall scents would be out but they didn't have them yet.
Here's what we actually purchased. The peppers and sourdough bread are staples. This is our second bag of the Biena Crispy Roasted Edamame.  They are great to put out at Sunday Fundays and also for snacking anytime. One serving has 13 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber.
Mr. Click likes the whipped cream and enjoys the fried rice for an easy lunch. The aged cheddar sticks and egg whites have become staples for us.
I'm liking the Mary Ruth's liquid multivitamin so I bought another batch. The Harry's razors and Liquid IV are staples.
This Kirkland Italian Sparkling Mineral Water is a favorite and we keep it stocked in our fridge.  

What have you been finding at Costco lately? 





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Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Early Halloween Shopping at IKEA

 I know, I know...it's too early to think about Halloween! It was even earlier when I placed this Ikea order for some Halloween decor.
I just couldn't resist and I was pretty sure it would sell out early.   I also didn't know when I would be getting to an Ikea.
I love this little lantern with a kitty on one side....
...and a ghost on the other. 
 I'm a sucker for anything cat related!  I thought the pillow was a cover...oops!! but that's ok. It's not too big and I'm using it now since it only screams cat lady.
I needed a few other practical items so that was my excuse *cough cough* for ordering some whimsical decor.   I love these shelves and those fold down hooks will come in handy.  I am getting excited about fall decorating and of course, Halloween but these new decorations will have to wait.


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Friday, August 14, 2026

4th of July Weekend '26

I started my 4th of July weekend by picking up City Girl #2 at the ferry.

It's always a beautiful view while we're waiting.
We got to go to local fireworks on the beach for the first time.
We didn't know what to expect but the town put on a great show.
So fun!
This little cutie (Toki) was visiting as well.
Summer bucket list item: S'mores by the pool!
We hadn't been to our old hometown's parade in a few years and it was so fun to experience it again.
My mother in law always puts out a nice spread and we all contribute something too.  It's early-ish morning so coffee and breakfast are first.
Waiting for the parade.
It was a HOT one this year so many of the participants welcomed a spray of water.
Hanging with some cuties. He loved the parade!
We ended the day with a barbecue before heading back to the beach.

We got in lots of pool time and some beach walks.
I made my 2 Ingredient Cobbler (smaller version) with frozen mango and Trader Joe's sugar cookies.  

We also had a pool day with this cutie and her parents.  


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Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Loving Lately

 Here's what I've been loving lately.
my bubble braids
visiting mourning dove 
Willow likes watching her too
bouquets made from my garden

more garden treats

bike rides
new recipe
(I made half with feta, half with mozzarella)
my lipstick plant is blooming
more bouquets from the garden
surprise hydrangea blooming
zinnias from seed
morning glories using the cosmos as a trellis (both from seed)
fresh hair cut
Lego flowers
and pool days!

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