Four Favorite Things
1. Christine Macdonald, author of PoletoSoul blog and book, Pour Some Sugar on Me: Tales from an Ex-Stripper, never fails to crack me up one moment, and have me thinking about the meaning of life the next. How many ex-strippers/recovering addicts out there are using their crazy past to enlighten others? She just kicked off a new website that is as beautiful as it is inspiring. When you go over there to peruse, check out some of these posts: Evolution of Sanity, It’s a Jungle Down There (you will pee in your pants), Holy Sh*t!, and Can you Tell?
2. I ravaged The Fire Starter Sessions by Danielle LaPorte. If you are wanting to get a little fire lit under your butt, this is the perfect book for you. She is sassy, funny, and serious all at the same time. I love her soulful approach to finding success. More than just a book, LaPorte provides “work sheets” and break out sessions so you can really hone in on your passion and what is holding you back. Put it on your list to read because we all need a little fire.
3. My Sseko sandles. Here is how they work: you buy the soles, which have a few little loops to hold the straps. The straps are sold separately and come in a ton of different colors and prints. Plus, there are a gazillion ways to tie the straps. The coolest thing, however, is that the company was created as a way to give back to the women of Uganda.
Liz Bohannon, founder of Sseko (and from Kansas City, baby), came up the idea after spending time in Uganda. By offering a business that allows women to work in dignity, Sseko supports talented women who desire to earn income for their University education. Every woman who has “graduated” from Sseko is now pursuing her college degree. And non-university bound women who desire full employment can break the cycle of poverty in a supportive, honorable environment. Maybe the best thing is how inexpensive they are!
4. Ultima electrolyte drink. This stuff rocks. The website is totally cheesy and makes you want to punch the man talking, but don’t let that stop you. It is the only all natural electrolyte drink out there with no sugar or artificial sweeteners. They add a little stevia to make it taste good, but it is also filled with water soluble vitamins and antioxidants. It is going to be record highs over the next few days in Kansas City, so I keep making my kids down it! Since it is slightly sweet and flavored, they will drink MUCH more than regular water. Ditch the Gatorade and pop, guys. Your kids will drink this!
What are some thing you are loving at the moment?
What an honor and thrill to be part of this post! Much gratitude and love, sister. xo
What am I loving at the moment?
- Being blessed to live on the coast. With the summer temps averaging in the mid 70s, I am loving these early evening walks on the sand. And if I happen on random shirtless volleyball dudes? “Whell!”
Seriously, I grew up in Hawaii, and prefer Southern Cali Beach weather over the humid high temps of the islands. Now, if only we could do something about the random earthquakes. I’ll never get used to those.
- My new Miralux mattress. Top of the line, spared no expense. Between that, and my new Luxury Egyptian sheets, I may never leave my bed.
- My new iPod Shuffle. I can’t handle cardio, writing, housework, etc. without my play lists. I worked on my book until 2:00 am last night, with a little help from Elvis Costello, The Cure, INXS, Adele, Simon and Garfunkel, John Mayer, Billy Joel, Led Zepplin, and Moby, to name a few.
- Mad Men. How have I not watched this before? Loving getting caught up, but with my trust issues with men, I really shouldn’t be watching anything that portrays certain behaviors. My therapist agrees. But I can’t not watch. It’s just so delicious.
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I love all your loves! Jealous of your nice weather, though. A oppressive 100 degrees here in KC (sure you want that visit???)
Mad Men, what can I say about that. It is a show I love to hate. I am so completely disgusted with the men and complain about how ridiculous their behavior is (surely the producers are exaggerating that it was ever that bad…scotch at 9am? Seriously.) But, like you, I keep coming back for more. I am so glad I’m a women of the millennium!
Agree!
If had a hubby on that show, ‘aint no WAY him having an “apartment in the city” would fly.
Just ordered the Ultima mix…thanks for the awesome recommendation.
You will love it for the kids (and you – I drink it all the time!)
Can you buy Ultima in town or just online ?
You can! In Kansas City I have found it at Jade Bamboo in Merriam, KS. That’s we’re I get all my stock!
Thanks Lina- do you have a favorite flavor ?
Grape and Lemonade! xo Lina
I have enjoyed Christine’s comments here, so I am going to have to go read her blog. Love the sandals, gonna check out all you suggested above. I know if you like it I probably will, too.
Some of my favorite things lately – no rhyme or reason, these just come to mind. http://www.astrologyzone.con as Susan Miller nails it for me every month, the Widgeonwood organic Farmer’s Market and Bristleridge Gardens plants, both found under the clocktower in Prairie Village Mall every Saturday morning from 8 – 1, and the artichoke roasted garlic salad at Blue Grotto. YUM.
Oh, I forgot to add….Van Morrison. I am on a big Van Morrison kick lately, though he’s always been a favorite. Crank up a little ‘Caravan’ as you enjoy the summer sun. Hard to beat!
Sorry, off the grid there for a couple days! Your favorite things are amazing! I have never gone to that farmer’s market, so thank you!
Van Morrison reminds me so much of college. Everyone was playing “brown eyed girl” in the dorm room. It makes me think of setting up my room and meeting my Freshman roommate for the first time: a SUPER southern girl from South Carolina who strolled in with pearls on, a bow in her hair and everything monogrammed. And I came from California with my Birkenstocks and mountain bike! Boy we were a hoot together!