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<title>This Week on Tap | March 13</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>I’m officially 37 years and 12 days old. Please don’t be too intimidated by my age + wisdom. Grace (with a little financial assistance + a chauffeur) organized a lovely unicorn princess party for me at the Cape. I’ve entered my 38th year on the planet with a bit of renewed energy, and several new throw pillows on the sofa. Because #noshopfeb is over (and I sort of nailed it). So there’s that. March has always been one of my favorite months (August + December are on the list too)– partly because of the aforementioned birthday, but largely because of the change in seasons and accompanying shift in moods (Spring New Englanders are remarkably more lovely than Winter New Englanders– fact, not opinion). Which brings us to things to do this month with your lovely springtime energy. FOR YOUR CALENDAR Join Fat Face in Wellesley to celebrate their Life in Color summer launch from 10-3 this Saturday, March 16th. The event will feature live music in store from 12-2 and a build your own mimosa table so people can sip while shopping Fat Face’s newest styles. I’ll be dropping by on Friday + sharing some of my favorites on Instagram stories. The Wellesley store is located at 26 Church Street. The 2019 Boston Flower + Garden Show opens today at the Seaport World Trade Center and runs through the weekend. I always get great ideas and inspiration from this event (see my photos from past years here: 2016 2014/2015 2011 2010). I recommend buying tickets online to avoid waiting in line. MEALS A few of the usual suspects: Crispy Sheet Pan Gnocchi with Vegetables from The Kitchn: I make this at least once a week — with a few minor changes. I bake at 450F for at least 30 minutes (sometimes longer), omit the peppers (because I have a weird texture thing about cooked peppers), and quadruple the garlic (that’s just my MO #novampires). Lentil soup with avocado toast I’ve (finally) gotten into the habit of packing my own snacks and lunches alongside the kids’ lunch boxes. Some recent favorites: farro with cucumbers, bell peppers, tomatoes, red onion, a slice of feta, a drizzle of olive oil and a wedge of lemon; rice crackers, grapes, a handful of almonds, and cubed pepper jack cheese; brown rice, pico de gallo, and black beans and/or lentils. Salad + tots… because why not… WORKOUTS I started a new workout program last week with Antoinette, founder of Mama Beasts (and basically, my hero). She just launched MB Metamorphosis (in addition to weekly classes all over Greater Boston — first class is free + so worth checking out if you’re in the area), an eight week program that includes tailored weekly workout plans and personal training sessions. The program compliments my usual class schedule, but provides the added accountability I think I need. Each week, I’ll have three home workouts and will attend 1-2 classes, plus a rest day and something low key like a long walk or yoga. With the first week and a half done, I can honestly say I am loving it. The frequent check ins with Antoinette keep me motivated, and it’s been encouraging to hear from the other program participants too. The home workouts are tough– but so good. Antoinette is making use of all the equipment we have in our basement gym, which keeps things interesting but super accessible. Here’s my schedule from the past week and a half: Sunday: Week 1, Workout A (2 circuits with weights, EMOM finisher) Monday: Week 1, Workout B (2 circuits with weights, EMOM finisher) Tuesday: Yoga (Peloton app — bedtime yoga) Wednesday: Week 1, Workout C (rowing + core), Peloton app — full body stretch Thursday: Quiet Beasts class Friday: Mama Beasts class Saturday: Rest Sunday: Yoga (Peloton app — bedtime yoga) Monday: Week 2 Workout A (2 circuits with weights, EMOM finisher) Tuesday: Week 2 Workout C (rowing + core) Wednesday: Week 2 Workout B (2 circuits with weights, EMOM finisher) READING I had so much fun hosting one of the Mama Beast book club dinners on Sunday night (we split into two locations), and finished Little Fires Everywhere just in the nick of time. We visited the library in our new town last week (Grace got her own library card!) and we brought home some really great kids books: Who Eats Orange, Sugar White Snow and Evergreens and a Mo Willems book about a friendship between a dog and a frog that is so beautifully illustrated… but I think the frog dies at the end (I full on cried about this tonight after the kids were asleep). I reminded Grace that we recently learned that frogs hibernate under the mud at the bottom of ponds… but I am pretty sure she saw through that. Being a parent is an amazing and wonderful and bizarre adventure. WATCHING Season 5 of Schitt’s Creek on Amazon Prime. You have to pay for this season, but if you’re patient (I’m not) you could always wait for it to hit Netflix. Jeopardy! and trying to not to cry (kind of the theme of my life) because Alex Trebec is my constant (speaking of constants + tv, if I could travel back in time I would unwatch LOST) LISTENING TO A new workout playlist (will share later this week) The Hours soundtrack, composed by Philip Glass — one of my favorites for productivity. CURRENT FAVORITES I’m trying to get organized for Easter before, like, the day before Easter this year. I’ve also been making small-ish updates to the new house and found a pendant that I think will be perfect to hang over our kitchen table (likely in white rather than brass). This post contains affiliate links. Also On Tap for Today: Use the KonMari Method to Tidy Your Mind from Outside Magazine Surviving Instagram being down today 😉 Looking forward to the end of the week warmup… spring is coming, my friends! And that’s […]</p>
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<p>I’m officially 37 years and 12 days old. Please don’t be too intimidated by my age + wisdom. Grace (with a little financial assistance + a chauffeur) organized a lovely unicorn princess party for me at the Cape. I’ve entered my 38th year on the planet with a bit of renewed energy, and several new throw pillows on the sofa. Because #noshopfeb is over (and I sort of nailed it). So there’s that.</p>
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<p>March has always been one of my favorite months (August + December are on the list too)– partly because of the aforementioned birthday, but largely because of the change in seasons and accompanying shift in moods (Spring New Englanders are remarkably more lovely than Winter New Englanders– fact, not opinion). Which brings us to things to do this month with your lovely springtime energy.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FOR YOUR CALENDAR</h2>
<ul class="wp-block-list"><li>Join <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Fat Face in Wellesley (opens in a new tab)" href="https://us.fatface.com/store?StoreID=70666" target="_blank">Fat Face in Wellesley</a> to celebrate their Life in Color summer launch from 10-3 this Saturday, March 16th. The event will feature live music in store from 12-2 and a build your own mimosa table so people can sip while shopping Fat Face’s newest styles. I’ll be dropping by on Friday + <a href="http://instagram.com/elizabethev">sharing some of my favorites on Instagram stories</a>. The Wellesley store is located at 26 Church Street.</li><li></li></ul>
<ul class="wp-block-list"><li>The 2019 Boston Flower + Garden Show opens today at the Seaport World Trade Center and runs through the weekend. I always get great ideas and inspiration from this event (see my photos from past years here: <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2016/03/18/today-2016-boston-flower-garden-show/" target="_blank">2016</a> <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2015/03/15/today-2015-boston-flower-and-garden-show/" target="_blank">2014/2015</a> <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2011/03/20/today-mob-scene-at-the-flower-show/" target="_blank">2011</a> <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2010/03/26/today-flower-power/" target="_blank">2010</a>). I recommend buying tickets online to avoid waiting in line.</li></ul>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">MEALS</h2>
<p>A few of the usual suspects:</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list"><li><a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Crispy Sheet Pan Gnocchi with Vegetables from The Kitchn (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-crispy-sheet-pan-gnocchi-and-veggies-247360" target="_blank">Crispy Sheet Pan Gnocchi with Vegetables from The Kitchn</a>: I make this at least once a week — with a few minor changes. I bake at 450F for at least 30 minutes (sometimes longer), omit the peppers (because I have a weird texture thing about cooked peppers), and quadruple the garlic (that’s just my MO #novampires).</li><li><a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Lentil soup (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.sproutedkitchen.com/home/2016/11/22/everyday-lentil-soup" target="_blank">Lentil soup</a> with avocado toast</li><li>I’ve (finally) gotten into the habit of packing my own snacks and lunches alongside <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="the kids' lunch boxes (opens in a new tab)" href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2019/02/23/what-i-make-for-lunch-preschool-lunchbox-favorites/" target="_blank">the kids’ lunch boxes</a>. Some recent favorites: farro with cucumbers, bell peppers, tomatoes, red onion, a slice of feta, a drizzle of olive oil and a wedge of lemon; rice crackers, grapes, a handful of almonds, and cubed pepper jack cheese; brown rice, pico de gallo, and black beans and/or lentils.</li><li>Salad + tots… because why not…</li></ul>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">WORKOUTS</h2>
<p>I started a new workout program last week with Antoinette, founder of Mama Beasts (and basically, my hero). She just launched MB Metamorphosis (in addition to weekly classes all over Greater Boston — <a href="https://www.mamabeasts.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="first class is free + so worth checking out if you're in the area (opens in a new tab)">first class is free + so worth checking out if you’re in the area</a>), an eight week program that includes tailored weekly workout plans and personal training sessions. The program compliments my usual class schedule, but provides the added accountability I think I need. </p>
<p>Each week, I’ll have three home workouts and will attend 1-2 classes, plus a rest day and something low key like a long walk or yoga. With the first week and a half done, I can honestly say I am loving it. The frequent check ins with Antoinette keep me motivated, and it’s been encouraging to hear from the other program participants too. The home workouts are tough– but so good. Antoinette is making use of all the equipment we have in our basement gym, which keeps things interesting but super accessible. </p>
<p><strong>Here’s my schedule from the past week and a half:</strong></p>
<ul class="wp-block-list"><li>Sunday: Week 1, Workout A (2 circuits with weights, EMOM finisher)</li><li>Monday: Week 1, Workout B (2 circuits with weights, EMOM finisher)</li><li>Tuesday: Yoga (Peloton app — bedtime yoga)</li><li>Wednesday: Week 1, Workout C (rowing + core), Peloton app — full body stretch</li><li>Thursday: Quiet Beasts class</li><li>Friday: Mama Beasts class </li><li>Saturday: Rest</li><li>Sunday: Yoga (Peloton app — bedtime yoga)</li><li>Monday: Week 2 Workout A (2 circuits with weights, EMOM finisher)</li><li>Tuesday: Week 2 Workout C (rowing + core)</li><li>Wednesday: Week 2 Workout B (2 circuits with weights, EMOM finisher)</li></ul>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">READING</h2>
<ul class="wp-block-list"><li>I had so much fun hosting one of the Mama Beast book club dinners on Sunday night (we split into two locations), and finished <a href="https://amzn.to/2VY4OYg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Little Fires Everywhere (opens in a new tab)">Little Fires Everywhere</a> just in the nick of time.</li><li>We visited the library in our new town last week (Grace got her own library card!) and we brought home some really great kids books: <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Who Eats Orange (opens in a new tab)" href="https://amzn.to/2EXOX4Y" target="_blank">Who Eats Orange</a>, <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Sugar White Snow and Evergreens (opens in a new tab)" href="https://amzn.to/2CjqXsi" target="_blank">Sugar White Snow and Evergreens</a> and a Mo Willems book about a friendship between a dog and a frog that is so beautifully illustrated… but I think the frog dies at the end (I full on cried about this tonight after the kids were asleep). I reminded Grace that we recently learned that frogs hibernate under the mud at the bottom of ponds… but I am pretty sure she saw through that. Being a parent is an amazing and wonderful and bizarre adventure.</li></ul>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">WATCHING</h2>
<ul class="wp-block-list"><li><a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Season 5 of Schitt's Creek on Amazon Prime (opens in a new tab)" href="https://amzn.to/2CgWpYw" target="_blank">Season 5 of Schitt’s Creek on Amazon Prime</a>. You have to pay for this season, but if you’re patient (I’m not) you could always wait for it to hit Netflix.</li><li><em>Jeopardy!</em> and trying to not to cry (kind of the theme of my life) because Alex Trebec is my constant (speaking of constants + tv, if I could travel back in time I would unwatch LOST)</li></ul>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">LISTENING TO</h2>
<ul class="wp-block-list"><li>A new workout playlist (will share later this week)</li><li><a href="https://amzn.to/2TFRMlz" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="The Hours soundtrack (opens in a new tab)">The Hours soundtrack</a>, composed by Philip Glass — one of my favorites for productivity. </li></ul>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">CURRENT FAVORITES</h2>
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<p>I’m trying to get organized for Easter before, like, the day before Easter this year. I’ve also been making small-ish updates to the new house and found a pendant that I think will be perfect to hang over our kitchen table (likely in white rather than brass). </p>
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<p>Also <strong>On Tap for Today</strong>:</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list"><li><a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Use the KonMari Method to Tidy Your Mind (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.outsideonline.com/2390209/marie-kondo-konmari-method" target="_blank">Use the KonMari Method to Tidy Your Mind</a> <em>from Outside Magazine</em></li><li>Surviving Instagram being down today <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f609.png" alt="😉" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /></li><li>Looking forward to the end of the week warmup… spring is coming, my friends!</li></ul>
<p><strong>And that’s the week (and a half) on tap… I’d love to hear what you’ve been up to!</strong></p>
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<title>This Week On Tap | July 28</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 29 Jul 2018 22:37:45 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>Here we are at the end of the week and nearly the end of the month, and halfway through the summer, and… the year. Given than this January in Boston lasted 45 years, I’m praying summer slows down just a bit. We are enjoying the sunniest, warmest stretch here on the Cape… and I’ve got the freckles + sandy floors to prove it. THIS WEEK ON TAP | JULY 28 MEALS Chopped Greek salad Caprese salad (with heirloom tomatoes from the farmers market) Entire pints of blueberries (not a meal… but worth mentioning) Corn and tomato salad with black beans Clearly the theme here is effortless summer food. In truth, I was extra snacky this week for some reason (everything felt a bit off this week… can I blame last night’s lunar eclipse/full moon?)– so my goal for next week is to stick with my intended menu plan and get that meal prep done. Speaking of snacks… Grace has been really into cooking videos lately (there is a cooking for kids series that she watches on her kindle), and was super excited to “do some recipes” with me at the start of the week. We made the following together: Banana + strawberry ice cream from Nom Nom Paleo (I froze it in these awesome pint containers I found at Homegoods) Flourless peanut butter chocolate chip mini blender muffins from Averie Cooks Oatmeal green smoothie muffins from the Natural Nurturer WORKOUTS 4 Peloton rides (aka basement spin with an audience of spiders): 30 minute 80s pop ride//Denis Morton, 30 minute pop ride//Cody Rigsby, 30 minute 80s ride//Hannah Marie Corbin, 20 minute pop ride//Cody Rigsby 3 Peloton “off the mat” workouts (10 minute abs + 5 minute full body stretch) Mama Beasts summer challenge tabata workout, planks + mileage — I love this summer challenge. It keeps me motivated/accountable when I’m away from class for the summer. And speaking of classes, there is a new session starting in Milton this fall! I’m happy to drive to West Roxbury for class (Dedham in the winter), but I’m excited to have an option that’s a little closer to Southie. Check out the website for details — there are a bunch of locations now, and I pretty much think every Massachusetts mom should join. 1 very legit nature hike with the whole family: we’ve had some great outdoor adventures this summer, but this is the first time we’ve gone without the running stroller (we have this double, which works great on trails). We took the Wing Island trail from the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History across the marsh and Quivet Creek to the mudflats. Both kids did such a great job on the 1.5-ish mile loop, including the sand trek. READING I’ve finished a few books so far this summer: The Nightingale — loved (I had started it a few years ago but, um, lost my copy and then found it in an overnight bag) The Alice Network — wanted to love… but didn’t, likely because it wasn’t The Nightingale American Fire: Love, Arson, and Life in a Vanishing Land — so good …and now I need something lighter… so I’m planning to start When Life Gives You Lululemons tonight. WATCHING Last Chance U on Netflix (one of my favorite Netflix originals) LISTENING TO The Happy Folk playlist on Spotify The usual podcasts And lots of whining (…let’s be honest) WORKING ON Our bucket list (or August fun list) for the second half of the summer A to do list (or Friday semi-fun list) for a quick day trip back to the city A better system for summer laundry (right now I don’t really have a system… I just do sixteen loads of laundry a day, dump each on to our guest bed, reach in to the abyss and hope to fish out a bathing suit) CURRENT FAVORITES I made a couple purchases during Amazon Prime Day + the Target one day sale, but nothing too wild. I’ve been eyeing the Instant Pot for a while, but ultimately bought the Crock Pot version… mostly because it’s non-stick and I am non-motivated to scrub things. I stocked up on my favorite hair mask and shampoo, as well as a few pots for our deck. I also grabbed my favorite tee shirt dress on major sale (it was $10 at the time) — I’ve been wearing these dresses literally daily (in black and stripes). And last, but not least, some BeautyCounter sunscreen, lip gloss, and mascara (I’m forgoing lash extensions this summer, what with the salt water, sweat, sunscreen and all…). Did you have any great finds during the mid-summer sales? Alright… time for a snack. Or an entire meal of food. Also On Tap for Today: Solo time with Grace at the beach (and we got to see Robyn + her adorable family!) Cleaning up after a fun + messy weekend Consulting The Kitchn’s Next Week’s Meal Plan for inspiration What are your favorite Instant Pot recipes? And what are you looking forward to this week?</p>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Here we are at the end of the week and nearly the end of the month, and halfway through the summer, and… the year. Given than this January in Boston lasted 45 years, I’m praying summer slows down just a bit. We are enjoying the sunniest, warmest stretch here on the Cape… and I’ve got the freckles + sandy floors to prove it.</span></p>
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<h3><strong><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">THIS WEEK ON TAP | JULY 28</span></strong></h3>
<p><strong><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">MEALS</span></strong></p>
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<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Chopped Greek salad</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Caprese salad (with heirloom tomatoes from the farmers market)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Entire pints of blueberries (not a meal… but worth mentioning)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Corn and tomato salad with black beans</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Clearly the theme here is effortless summer food. In truth, I was extra snacky this week for some reason (everything felt a bit off this week… can I blame last night’s lunar eclipse/full moon?)– so my goal for next week is to stick with my intended menu plan and get that meal prep done. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Speaking of snacks… Grace has been really into cooking videos lately (there is a cooking for kids series that she watches on <a href="https://amzn.to/2AmHQnA" target="_blank" rel="noopener">her kindle</a>), and was super excited to “do some recipes” with me at the start of the week. We made the following together:</span></p>
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<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="https://nomnompaleo.com/post/144116008838/strawberry-banana-ice-cream" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Banana + strawberry ice cream from Nom Nom Paleo</a> (I froze it in <a href="https://amzn.to/2Al81Lm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">these awesome pint containers</a> I found at Homegoods)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="https://www.averiecooks.com/flourless-peanut-butter-chocolate-chip-mini-blender-muffins/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Flourless peanut butter chocolate chip mini blender muffins from Averie Cooks</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="https://www.thenaturalnurturer.com/blog/oatmeal-green-smoothie-muffins" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Oatmeal green smoothie muffins from the Natural Nurturer</a> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">WORKOUTS</span></strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">4 Peloton rides (aka basement spin with an audience of spiders): 30 minute 80s pop ride//Denis Morton, 30 minute pop ride//Cody Rigsby, 30 minute 80s ride//Hannah Marie Corbin, 20 minute pop ride//Cody Rigsby</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">3 Peloton “off the mat” workouts (10 minute abs + 5 minute full body stretch)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Mama Beasts summer challenge tabata workout, planks + mileage — I love this summer challenge. It keeps me motivated/accountable when I’m away from class for the summer. And speaking of classes, there is a new session starting in Milton this fall! I’m happy to drive to West Roxbury for class (Dedham in the winter), but I’m excited to have an option that’s a little closer to Southie. <a href="http://mamabeasts.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Check out the website for details</a> — there are a bunch of locations now, and I pretty much think every Massachusetts mom should join.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">1 very legit nature hike with the whole family: we’ve had some great outdoor adventures this summer, but this is the first time we’ve gone without the running stroller (we have <a href="https://amzn.to/2K1hQ0t" target="_blank" rel="noopener">this double</a>, which works great on trails). We took the Wing Island trail from the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History across the marsh and Quivet Creek to the mudflats. Both kids did such a great job on the 1.5-ish mile loop, including the sand trek.</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">READING</span></strong></p>
<p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">I’ve finished a few books so far this summer:</span></p>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="https://amzn.to/2Lxgtw5" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Nightingale</a> — loved (I had started it a few years ago but, um, lost my copy and then found it in an overnight bag)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="https://amzn.to/2uWXNMi" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Alice Network</a> — wanted to love… but didn’t, likely because it wasn’t<em> The Nightingale </em></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="https://amzn.to/2Lwxsir" target="_blank" rel="noopener">American Fire: Love, Arson, and Life in a Vanishing Land</a> — so good</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">…and now I need something lighter… so I’m planning to start <a href="https://amzn.to/2AkiuGP" target="_blank" rel="noopener">When Life Gives You Lululemons</a> tonight.</span></p>
<p><strong><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">WATCHING</span></strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><strong>Last Chance U</strong> on Netflix (one of my favorite Netflix originals)</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">LISTENING TO</span></strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">The <strong><em>Happy Folk playlist</em></strong> on Spotify</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">The <a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2018/06/12/my-favorite-podcasts-categorized-for-your-listening-pleasure/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">usual podcasts</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">And lots of whining (…let’s be honest)</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">WORKING ON </span></strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Our bucket list (or August fun list) for the second half of the summer</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">A to do list (or Friday semi-fun list) for a quick day trip back to the city</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">A better system for summer laundry (right now I don’t really have a system… I just do sixteen loads of laundry a day, dump each on to our guest bed, reach in to the abyss and hope to fish out a bathing suit)</span></li>
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<p><strong><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">CURRENT FAVORITES</span></strong></p>
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<p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">I made a couple purchases during <a href="https://amzn.to/2uZViIZ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Amazon Prime Day</a> + the Target one day sale, but nothing too wild. I’ve been eyeing the Instant Pot for a while, but ultimately bought the Crock Pot version… mostly because it’s non-stick and I am non-motivated to scrub things. I stocked up on my favorite hair mask and shampoo, as well as a few pots for our deck. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">I also grabbed my favorite tee shirt dress on major sale (it was $10 at the time) — I’ve been wearing these dresses literally daily (in black and stripes). And last, but not least, some BeautyCounter sunscreen, lip gloss, and mascara (I’m forgoing lash extensions this summer, what with the salt water, sweat, sunscreen and all…). Did you have any great finds during the mid-summer sales? </span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Alright… time for a snack. Or an entire meal of food.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Also <strong>On Tap for Today</strong>:</span></p>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">Solo time with Grace at the beach (and we got to see <a href="http://www.amodestlife.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Robyn</a> + her adorable family!)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="https://ontapfortoday.com/2018/07/28/the-clean-up-my-favorite-non-toxic-cleaning-branch-basics/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cleaning up after a fun + messy weekend</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';"><a href="https://www.thekitchn.com/search?q=Next+Week%27s+Meal+Plan" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Consulting The Kitchn’s Next Week’s Meal Plan for inspiration</a></span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span style="font-family: 'PT Sans';">What are your favorite Instant Pot recipes? And what are you looking forward to this week?</span></strong></p>
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