Here are some things I’ve been obsessing over lately.
Harmless Harvest 100% raw coconut water. It’s so refreshing and tasty. Omigoodness, I can guzzle this stuff like it’s going out of style. It must come straight from the fountain of youth. It’s expensive, but worth it. I get it delivered from Amazon Fresh. $2.09 for 8 ounces. You can also find it at Whole Paycheck. I mean, Whole Foods. Must try.
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Aren’t we all sad that Game of Thrones Season 4 has come to an end? I figured since I was an English major and not a Film major, I might as well dig into the books. I bought the whole series (5 books) and I’m currently making my way through book 1. It’s a great way to multi-task while breastfeeding! I should clarify that I bought hard copies of the books. I still haven’t made the switch to e-reading. I just can’t do it.
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If you haven’t tried Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soap, you have to check it out. It makes your skin tingle! When was the last time your skin tingled? The first time Dean used it, he said he felt like he was in a spa. You gotta be careful with your private parts, though. It’s less tingle and more pants on fire. Also, there’s all this random text on the label. It’s kinda like looking at the wrapping around your In-n-Out burger to see what bible verse you got.
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If I were rich, I would get a thai massage every day. I got one today. It was like the best workout ever, especially since I haven’t exercised in…shit…almost a year? For those of you who are in the Bay Area, I went to Balance Thai Massage in the Mission. All their services are 20% for their grand opening, plus I bought their Yelp Deal. All in all, I paid $45 for a 60-minute combination thai massage. I got stretched and prodded. It hurts so good!
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Here’s an app where I spend several minutes every day dreaming about a staycation. Hotel Tonight. Have you tried it? Every morning at 9am, hotels release rooms at discounted rates. I could stare at pictures of swimming pools and spas all day long. MAMA NEEDS A VACAY!
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What have you been obsessing over lately?
Janine Huldie
July 31, 2014 at 6:12 pmAfter the long day and week, I have had a staycation and massage sounds like heaven to me 😉
Tamara
July 31, 2014 at 6:16 pmI’d stay at a hotel in my own town. Just tell me it would not have animals that zoom around at 5:00am.
And I LOVE coconut water. I have to try that one!
Your skin is thanking you for all that hydration.
AwesomelyOZ
August 1, 2014 at 8:24 amI totally need to try those Thai massages – I’ve heard about their wonders but haven’t tried any. I am so depressed I don’t have any new Game of Thrones episodes to look forward to and I would LOVE to be the type of person who can sit and read those books – but I don’t think I have it in me. I can e-read only on the Kindle otherwise my eyes get really strained. It’s surprisingly really pleasant. 🙂 Have a great weekend Catherine! -Iva
Yvonne Chase
August 1, 2014 at 2:46 pmThe first time I had a Thai massage, it felt like someone broke me apart and put me back together the wrong way. HA! Reflexology massages are my gig $30 for 60 minutes at Happy Feet in Encino, CA
Mo at Mocadeaux
August 1, 2014 at 5:53 pmI just saw a piece about Hotel Tonight and it sounds very, very interesting. One day I’d love to take an impulsive, last minute trip somewhere just based on the most fabulous deal I can find at that moment. Wouldn’t that be fun?
Patrick Weseman
August 4, 2014 at 1:35 pmHave been obsessing over things my daughter needs for college as she goes in ten days.
I need to try Hotel Tonight.
Kate
August 4, 2014 at 4:49 pmi need to read the Game of Thrones books too- maybe i need to just bite the bullet and buy the set!
Dana
August 4, 2014 at 5:56 pmCoconut water, huh? I’ll have to try it. I’ve seen that soap in the store but never tried it – thanks for the pants on fire warning. Happy reading – I read like a maniac when I was nursing my daughter – she would fall asleep and I’d leave her on my lap while I kept reading!
Britt@MyOwnBalance
August 4, 2014 at 7:31 pmI had Harmless Harvest just last week and it was really good! I kind of find coconut water to be not very hydrating though. I need to drink it along with water. Is that weird? I’m obsessing over the new Yes to Coconuts products. Love love love.
cam | bibs and baubles
August 5, 2014 at 10:02 pmI want to try that tingling soap! And why did you have to go and mention massage… It’s been way too long since I’ve had one. 🙁
Nikki
August 9, 2014 at 1:50 pmI would love to try a soap that makes my skin tingle! Since I became pregnant with this last baby, I’ve been trying to eat more clean and I’ve given coconut water a try. It’s a flavor I’m still getting used to, but I’ll give Harmless Harvest a try next time I see it. Lately my favorite indulgence is a sparkling cranberry drink by Ocean Spray. I don’t know if it’s healthy, but it fuels my desire for a wine spritzer or Sangria on a hot day.
Stefanie @ The Broke and Beautiful Life
August 14, 2014 at 6:15 amI’m with you on the massage. I always say that my first order of business when I make my millions is to schedule some daily massages 🙂
Charlotte
August 18, 2014 at 6:57 amOh, my goodness… that coconut water is the best! But yes, rather expensive whenever I see it in stores. I have Prime now, so am going to look for it on Amazon. And haven’t tried that soap yet but have heard great things… but never that it makes the skin tingle!