The Sunday Scoop - January 26, 2025
- a chicken noodle soup recipe, my recent Sephora order, cute Valentine's Day items and the lounge set I wear every day and a pep talk.
What a year January has been. I’m ready for February. We are all craving some routine in this house! How are you?
When I was sick with the flu last week I started watching Grey’s Anatomy for the millionth time (I really only watch the seasons up until all of my favorite characters die off). I don’t know why I do this to myself because every time I watch this show I start to self diagnose myself with extreme ailments. So now I’m in a dark hole of fake illness that I can’t look away from. I think I’m also going a little stir crazy from my kids being home for a million days and finding any excuse to hide in my room. So here we are!
When things feel out of control (lack of routine) I sort of hyper extend myself to do all the things. Big ambitions that aren’t always realistic or even possible at this moment of time. I find myself doing that today and telling myself things like “Healthy eating! No drinking! Organize the kids’ drawers! Donate clothing that doesn’t fit! Make a to-do list for work! Respond to those emails!! GET IT TOGETHER LIZ!” Instead of saying, wow, you did a good job keeping everyone happy, warm and loved this week. Why do we do this to ourselves? I’m determined to start a new week and a new month not telling myself to be better than January. Better than a month of circumstances out of my control.
In case you missed it, I shared this cozy homemade chicken noodle soup recipe that is so easy and packed with yummy flavors. I used to be intimidated by making chicken noodle soup knowing I can always buy a simple version at the grocery store) but this recipe changed my mind.
Minnow’s new Valentine pajamas are adorable and so so soft. I ordered a set for myself. And if you’re looking for a cute Valentine’s Day gift for your kids, Chappy Wrap launched the sweetest mini heart blankets. I ordered the pink version for my sister’s new baby girl.
Chappy Wrap Mini Heart Blanket
What are we shopping for right now? I always feel like this time of year is sort of the doldrums. I’m not buying anymore sweaters or coats and instead I’m already looking ahead to some warm weather vacations. I’m looking for color! Here are a few things that have caught my eye…
New Styles for Your Closet
I am not the kind of girl who can effortlessly pull off loungewear. If I’m not dressed for the day then I am most likely in pajamas or activewear. I have fully accepted that the cool girl sweatsuit is not my at home or on-the-go style and I feel much better in a feminine set that is cozy and relaxed. You may be in the same boat and if I haven’t told you enough about how much I LOVE the Lake Pajamas Relax Set, let 2025 be the year you lean into a feminine lounge set.
The girlfriend I spoke about last week, having the most glowy magical skin, texted me on Friday telling me that this product has saved her skin this winter. I immediately ordered it (plus a few more favorites, seen above!) knowing I would love it, Iris & Romeo became a favorite brand of mine last year! If you haven’t tried their Weekend Skin or Best Skin Days, they are SO GOOD.
Enjoy your Sunday! I am leaning in to Sunday.
XOXO
Liz
Yes the LAKE relax lounge set is SO good!! And perfect for petites because the pants are the perfect length and not too long (like all the other lake pajama pants I have tried).
I always appreciate hearing other moms voice the same things I'm thinking... I have been really hard on myself this month. But my own Mom reminded me to give myself grace. We all are doing so much and doing the best we can. :) All that said, I'm very excited about a fresh new month.