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I can taste the weekend.
Not literally, but I’m anxious for it. Something about Summer weather, neighborhood kids being out of school and the earlier sunrises/later sunsets makes me crave weekends even more than usual. I often wonder why I didn’t become a Teacher but then quickly realize that I quite dislike most children. 😉 I skipped out on last week’s favorites because of all things wedding-related but I’m back today with my #ThursdayThree for y’all!
#1 Trader Joe’s Loaded Fruit & Nut Granola
This stuff is insanely addicting. I could probably eat the entire bag at once if I tried really hard. It’s gluten free, had just the right amount of sweet AND it has Brazil Nuts in it. It’s seriously so good. I usually just grab a handful and go but I’ve also tossed a bit on top of yogurt for a nighttime snack as well as poured Cashew Milk over it for breakfast. Yet to find a way that it doesn’t taste delicious. Next time you’re at Trader Joe’s grabbing an armful of fresh flowers, do yourself a favor and pick up a bag or two of this loaded granola. For under $4 it’s a no-brainer. Your wallet and your tummy will thank you!
#2 Distance Running
For the first part of 2016 I significantly cut down on the mileage I was running at any one time. Instead of my weekday runs being 5ish miles and my weekend run around 10, I cut back to 2-3 miles during a weekday run and MAYBE 5 on the weekends. My body needed a break, particularly my left knee. I was also getting kind of burnt out from it. Somehow I had myself believing I had to run ‘x’ amount of miles at a time or I wasn’t accomplishing anything…so I broke up with that mentality and refocused. I wanted to re-remember why I started running and why I enjoyed it so much. In early May I started itching for longer distances at a time and now that it’s light enough when my alarm goes off in the morning for whatever distance I want, I’ve been going further & further. I like setting my mind to something that is a bit uncomfortable so that once I complete it, I can take pride it what I did. So Distance Running, we’re back on in our relationship.
#3 Tassels
Tassels are everywhere and I can’t get enough. They’re young, fresh, fun and can be worn in so many different ways. From shirts to swimwear and bags to sandals, brands are loading their pieces up. #allthetasselsplease is my current motto. I’m obsessed with the instant ‘wow’ factor they had to the simplest of items and I love that it’s a trend that can be worn regardless of your age. I mean look at THIS dress for a little girl! Even your minis can get in on the tassel action. I’m currently crushing on this pillow, this dress, these sandals and this bag. So perfect!
Trader Joes is bae! (I sound like my teenage sister!) I haven’t tried the fruit and granola yet but I will! Nothing better than a treat from there! Also, tassels are my fave. I have a tassel garland in my office at work and since I work with a bunch of men they all stared at it and asked what the heck it was lol!
Oooh tassel garland for my desk area is brilliant! I need some ASAP! 🙂
Love all three of these! And I’m dying and your teacher comment! Lol girl you are my workout motivation! Xo
Probably a rude comment, but so true for me!!! HA! <3
I am ALL about the tassels now too! And who doesn’t love TJ’s granola?!
xo Jessica
http://www.whatsfordinneresq.com
Love this post! Im obsessed with everything at T Joes. I need to try their granola!!
xO – Steph
http://www.urbanblonde.com
I’m equally obsessed w tassels and pom poms, loving that both of those are everywhere right now ??. Wish I had a TJ closer to me ????
Xoxo
Tiffani
http://www.tiffankatbretonbay.com
yes yes and yes! i wish we had a trader joes here!!
Love your three!! I’m currently trying to get my mileage back up on my runs and I love the mindset you’ve taken! I haven’t tried the granola at TJ’s, but will definitely give it a try (I’m getting a little bored of the steel cut oats!)
xoxo,
Evin Elizabeth
http://www.magnoliasandsunlight.com
The prettiest picture, I’m with you on the running, I had to cut down significantly literally for the same reasons! wish we could be running buddies!
I wish I could run like that, much props! I love going food shopping at Trader Joes!
xoxo Sarah http://www.thehouseofsequins.com