On to the fAVORITES:

I have this hand lotion with me at all times. This Vanilla Cashmere smell is intoxicating but not too strong and the moisture lasts through handwashing. Best $3.99 you'll spend. They just came out with this new Strawberry Dream scent of their body lotion and I want to eat it. 

 

I've never gotten more compliments than I have on these shoes. So cute and comfy and perfect for both training and everyday wear. I almost always reach for them on gym days. 

 

These little delights are so good! add water, microwave, and it's better than a gourmet brownie. You can find them at Smith's. 

 

This stuff smells so good and feels amazing on my dry skin. It gives the perfect shimmer! If you want to try a less pricey, but a little less shimmery and scent-free version, I also love this $12 body bronzer from E.L.F. Pure Gold is a nice universal color. I just add it to my moisturizer. 

 

This licorice peppermint tea is a life-saver when my stomach feels upset or I'm craving sugar. I take it on trips and have it all the time through the winter. It tastes so good that it's insane to me there's no sweetener, just herbs. If you live by Harmon's, they sell it there too. 

 

I've never been a big soda gal but I do like taking a healthier caffeine as a pre-workout. This Bucked Up Babe is a go-to lately because I love that it has hyaluronic acid, biotin and B12 in it (you can get 10% off with KIM10). But when I'm on my period or feel like I don't need caffeine but still want an energy boost I use this.

 

I take Redmond Re-Lyte electrolytes on the days I sweat a lot or go in the sauna. I swear they help with energy and decrease the dizziness I sometimes feel. I like all the flavors so far. 

 

My friend Brittney from Home and Kind just came out with this school lunches guide and it has so many good ideas to keep kids' lunches yummy, healthy, and easy. You have to get the little lunch box notes too. Get 10% off here.

 

If you don't already have this on your kitchen table, you need to. It's a book that displays priceless tips for teens and older kids (and adults!) that sometimes get overlooked in our culture today. Things like expressing gratitude, putting away your phone and headphones when people are talking to you, and advocating for yourself at school. When it's not me nagging my kids but a 3rd-party like this book, I swear they listen better. Get yours here. Makes a great gift for mom friends, too!

 

I took a little break from renting and am back at it. As long as I reference reviews, I always get a bundle of the best clothes and have taken advantage of buying some of them at a discount. Worth a try if shopping overwhelms you and you want to minimize your consumption. Get $30 off here. 

 

This has been the most beautiful addition to my spiritual study. The stories and art are perfect. Also finished listening to Kelly Bishop narrate her memoir, The Third Gilmore Girl, and really enjoyed it. A must for any Gilmore Girls fan!

 

If you could use some support with your fitness and nutrition, join the Fall Fitness Challenge I'm hosting with my coach friend. It'll include a workout plan, a tracker to help you stay on top of your daily movement, protein intake, water for three weeks as well as a daily gratitude journal prompt and wellness tip we'll provide. If you don't already have one of our fitness plans, this is a good time because participants have the option to get one for half price. Join the challenge here. 

 

If you have a creative writer who is 7-12 in your home, sign them up for my online creative writing course! Learn more here.

 

See you in a fortnight. :)