How I'm Surviving This Winter

 It's been a tough winter but I'm trying to make the best of it. Here are some ways that  I'm coping with the extreme negative temperatures and large amounts of ice and snow.

1)Taking a trip to a warm climate.  We don't normally do this but I highly recommend it.

Uniqlo Heat Tech Leggings/Tops

2) Wearing Uniqlo Heat Tech legging and tops under my regular clothes.  Having that added layer of warmth protection really helps when going outside. I just ordered a few more pieces.

I wear them under my clothes for extra warmth!  

I have some turtlenecks that I wear on their own too.

3)Taking nighttime, candlelit showers. My schedule has flipped and I'm taking more nighttime showers. Dimming the lights and lighting a candle makes it feel special.  Romanticize your life, right?!

LUSH Sleepy Shower Gel

I'm back to using LUSH Sleepy Shower Gel, it's got a light, lavender scent that has a calming effect and just smells so nice!

Grace & Stella Under Eye Masks

4) Extra Skin Care. I feel like I take better care of my skin because I have more time.  I love these Grace & Stella Under Eye Masks and have been using them every morning when I have my coffee.

Slow Cooker Taco Soup

5) Making soups. I make soups all year long but I tend to make more in the winter. I made two last week....my favorite Slow Cooker Taco Soup and...

Best Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup

I also adapted this soup and made a lighter, vegetarian version that turned out great.

6)Taking indoor walks. I haven't been able to walk outside because it's been too icy so I've been doing some indoor walking workouts. Leslie Sansone is my favorite walking guru.  She always puts me in a good mood. If I can't take all that cheery-ness, I mute her and listen to a podcast.

Creamy Parmesan Spinach Orzo with Chicken Meatballs

7) Making New Recipes.  I'm trying new recipes to mix things up and get out of our dinner time rut.  This recipe was really good and easy (I used Costco chicken meatballs).   I have a few others pinned that I want to try as well.

8) More candles! I love having flameless candles on timers and just added these cute Valentine tapers to my collection. They are so realistic, they fooled my hubby!

What are you doing to cope with this winter?

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Lately...

Here's what we've been up to lately.... 

We went to Hawaii (again!). This time was a work trip for Mr. Click and then we had some time to explore Oahu (new island to us). More on our trip later....

It was a great trip but I came back with an unwanted souvenir (I fractured my wrist). :(  I'm doing ok and it's feeling better every day but it was a bummer!

Our return home was delayed due to the East Coast snow storm.  We could not believe all of the snow we had gotten--this was a few days later and the pool house had real icicles on it.

A week later and we're still dealing with the snow and ice. The pool looks like a skating rink.

We did a big stock up at Costco over the weekend.  I got more flowers to brighten up the house.

I'm spending more time on the couch but enjoying my Valentine's Day mug and decorations.

We stopped at this cute coffee shop and I loved their doily paper chain and heart decorations.

I got these cute pineapple socks in Hawaii and they make me smile.

I've been craving a salad from Baked By Melissa and finally made it.  It's her Green Goddess Salad that went viral. It's so good scooped up with tortilla chips.

What have you been up to lately?

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{Shopping} Trader Joe's Small Haul

This was our TJ's haul from a few weeks ago. I'm due for another trip!

Produce:

Avocado Ranch Salad Kit-one of my faves-we had this at our Super Bowl party

Sumo oranges-these were amazing!

Organic Brussels Sprouts-a staple

Cole Slaw Mix-for mixing into salads & tacos

One Apple-it looked good!

Vegan Creamy Dill Dressing-my fave!

Pitted Medjool Dates-so soft and dreamy-I made this Viral DateSnickers Bark with them

Breads and Fridge Items:

Garlic and Herb Pizza Dough-I like to keep this in the freezer for pizza cravings

Sourdough Bread-the BEST

Shredded Organic Mozzarella Cheese-also for pizza cravings

Beefless Ground-another staple

Hard Boiled Eggs-I like this 6 pack of hb eggs

Frozen Foods:

Roasted Corn

Fire Roasted Bell Peppers & Onions 

Turkey Meatballs

All Staples!

Pantry Items:

Squiggly Noodles, Peppermint Tea & Biotin are all staples

Cookies & Créme Pretzel Slims-*New* to me and SO good!

Bevvies:

Non Dairy Oat Creamer-back on this train

Sparkling Plain Waters-perfect bubbles

Soy Milk-another staple

Have you found any good TJ's items lately?

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{Shopping} Amazon Finds

I haven't done one of these round ups in awhile.

Office Chair

We got this deskchair for City Girl #1 for Christmas.   If I needed a desk chair, I'd consider this one because you can sit cross legged on it or on one leg as I tend to sit.

Corded Ear Buds

I needed a new pair of corded ear buds because the ones I had were no longer working well. I've been happy with this set.  I prefer the corded ear buds when walking so I don't need to worry if one falls out.

Sunglasses Visor Clip

This was a last minute stocking stuffer for Mr. Click and he loves them (they come in a handy two pack).

Moisturizing Heel Socks

My heels really needed some help and these little socks have been helping a lot! I wear them to bed and wake up with moisturized, softer heels!

Leopard Belt

I wanted a new leopard print belt and liked the thicker width of this one.  I'm amazed at how many outfits it goes with.

Seen here.

Magnetic Hooks

I've been finding lots of good uses for these handy hooks. I have them on the side of the fridge to hold a calendar, the side of the dryer to hold a collapsible hamper, to hang drying clothes, and on a rolling cart to hold a dustpan and brush.  They are small but mighty.

Nano Dots

I was influenced by Kathryn at Do It On a Dime to try these sticky dots.  I'm using them in the kitchen drawers to keep the organizers from shifting around. It has made such a difference! I'm sure I will find lots of other uses for them as well.

Barn Door Hardware

I mentioned finding the bifold barn door hardware in this post.

Velvet Pillow Covers

I've bought these now in three colors so suffice it to say I love them!

Zipper Pull Tab Replacement 

This was a literal life saver when my zipper pull broke off of my winter jacket's zipper.  It was not operable without it.  The pack came with a few so if we ever need to fix a zipper again (think suitcases, handbags, etc) we'll be set.

Here it is in use (with the corded ear buds) so I can brave the cold winter walks.

Diamond Dazzle Stick

I love this little stick for cleaning my rings which have been getting so dirty from constant use of hand lotion and washing.  I couldn't believe the gunk that was coming off of my rings!

Robe

I asked for and got this soft and cozy robe for Christmas. I've been using it pretty much every day. I love the shorter length and keep it in the bathroom for after my showers. 

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Good BYE January!

January is always a tough month but this year it seemed tougher than ever.  We did have some bright spots that got us through.

Like getting to cat sit our grandkitty-son Apollo for 2 weeks.

City Girl was in South Africa for a class so we got lots of Apollo time at our house.

She was enjoying the beautiful scenery and weather in Cape Town.

While we were enduring the polar vortex, snow, ice and gale force winds for days on end.

Willow did not approve of the house guest and was constantly on guard. We kept them separated but she still knew he was here.

He really enjoyed the fireplace!

A cute new bakery opened in town and we tried their coffee. I want to go back for some of their pastries!

Of course I had to make a big batch of my Slow Cooker Taco Soup {Vegan}.

I made another batch of Chocolate Covered Protein Bars. Recipe coming soon!

I was happy if I could get out for a walk, even in the cold. As long as it wasn't icy, I would get out there.

Being able to walk to the water to calm myself never gets old!  I was so happy to see February!

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