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Happiest Father’s Day to all the amazing dads out there! I am a “dad’s girl” through and through. There really isn’t anyone I love more than my dad (mom, dad, Asher, brothers – all in the same lineup, no order, just to be clear). He’s my dad first, but he’s also my business consultant, my second hand, my therapist, and at the end of any day, he’d jump through hoops to help me. There is no one greater. I love him more by the day. The older I get, the stronger our relationship has become.
Growing up, Dad and I did not get along. He was clueless about raising a girl after growing up with three brothers. Then, he went on to have three sons ahead of me and two sons after me. I’m number 4 – Dad often likes to call his kids by their birth order number. And for fifteen years, I was the only girl. My dad just didn’t know what to do with me.
But over time, I broke him. Then Asher was born, and he became the world’s biggest softy for his daughters. We both have the most special relationship with him. There’s not a day that goes by that I don’t feel like the luckiest girl to have him in my life. He’s a special one!!
I’m missing him today, but I will see him soon enough! He’s in Arizona, and I’m in LA, and I would love to give him a big hug today!
I don’t talk much about it when my family is away. Mostly for safety reasons because I’m often in Colorado without them. But they’ve been traveling a lot this month. They were in Miami first. My mom had a conference she was attending there on behalf of Half Baked Harvest (she’s the real boss you all). Then, they decided to extend their trip and visit Arizona this week since I would be out of town. They’ve been loving traveling and getting to see much of the world!
I’m currently in LA, but I’m flying out today and off to somewhere exciting! Hint: It’s definitely out of the US. Who wants to guess my travel location? It’s somewhere beautiful that requires two flights! Ready, set, GO! Who can guess?
Of course, I’ll share all the details of my travels on Instagram and then in next Sunday’s post too. I’m going to take a lot of photos! Even though this is a work trip, I’m so excited!
Those are my updates. Things are good! Hope you all have a great Sunday!! And as I said above, to every dad out there, Happy Father’s Day. Dads and daughters have the most special relationship!
1. Things i’m loving, wanting, and excited to try.
loving…sea shell jewels for summer. This Montauk necklace isn’t something I would wear all the time, but I’m loving it for summer vacation. The Harbor Huggies too. And Jenny Bird has a few pieces as well. I’m into their Petra Necklack, Lucille Earrings, and Odette Mega Collar. Last piece, these earrings, are super cute for the 4th of July!
wanting…fancy PJs. Time to splurge on the pieces we want to be the comfiest. I would love this organic cotton jersey pajama set for summer. I’m also into the pant set. Honestly, I’m loving everything from SKIN. Or go big and splurge on silk-satin pajamas (I love the yellow).
listening to…Post Flight Reset Routine, Pilates By Amanda Mexico Retreat Recap, Travel Tips, & More. Listen to this if you have a lot of travel this summer!
everything in my cart (low)…the summer Zara launch. In my cart is their cute embroidered midi dress and midi halter dress. These crossed leather sandals and leather slides are both a must-order. This underwire bikini top is too cute. Wear with their heavy cotton t-shirt as a cover-up. And this is the perfect basket shoulder bag.
If you need a new bra, how cute is this underwire satin lace trim bra?
And for chilly nights, if you’re in a colder climate like me, this cute oversized cape.
listening to…Chace Crawford: Gossip Girl, House Parties & Dating Disasters.
dreaming of going…Montesol Experimental. A stunning boutique Hotel in Ibiza. Everyone seems to be traveling this summer. I have so many places on my travel list, from Italy to the Caribbean, to Spain!
traveling…one of those places being Lake Camo, Italy. The Hotel Royal Victoria, Varenna or Villa Cipressi, Varenna are at the top of my “to-stay” list.
loving…this quote. I need to practice this. Learn to trust yourself.
shopping…everything red, white, and blue for the 4th of July. Crazy that the 4th is only a couple of weeks away. I love this Prada Canapa 2-Way Tote Bag. It’s sold out right now, but I found a cute look-a-like or a similar option from Free People. Also, this Marni embroidered faux raffia tote.
If you need a cute bathing suit, I’m loving this red one piece right now. Those fun Bingley Earrings I mentioned above would look cute with it too!
wanting…this garden bee necklace. This is so fun and cute, I love it.
everything in my cart (beauty)… self-tanners. You all, I’m pale as can be. Researching and ordering the best at-home tanners. Starting with skin prep and ordering this exfoliating body glove set and pre-exfoliating foam. Then, The Butter Illuminating Tanning Butter from Tan Luxe.
For a shimmery glow, the new Vacation shimmer oil SPF 30 sunscreen and eau de toilette perfume.
And I am ordering the Dior Prestige La Micro-Huile de Rose Advanced Serum after hearing about it on the travel podcast episode above. Sounds like the most amazing product to rejuvenate the skin!
Related reading, Too Good to Gatekeep—These Self-Tanners Are the Secret to Your Glowiest Summer Skin.
something to do…head to Austin for a fun trip and plan to spend a day at Round Top Antiques Fair and shop the best vintage pieces. This is where my brother Bren and his wife Lynds source pieces for their business, Good Livin Co.
everything in my cart (high)…this simple linen dress from Prada is the perfect easy summer dress to dress up or down. Also, I love this pretty sleeveless midi-dress from Staud, which has a much more reasonable price point (still high, though).
reading…What Actually Happens When You Eat Enough Protein.
2. A Few Recipes for a Summer BBQ.
Frosted Watermelon Rosemary Frosé
Marinated Goat Cheese Strawberry Crostini
The Best Simple Vegan Potato Salad
Sweet Potato Fry Steak Salad with Blue Cheese Butter
30 Minute Herby Lemon Garlic Steak
Toasted S’mores Ice Cream Sandwiches
3. Host In Style – Summer Entertaining.
for the summertime home
4. Everything I always travel with.
I shared some details on how I pack for a trip on Instagram and was flooded with questions! Below are all the supplements I travel with. I swear by these favorites.
I always have Cymbiotika with me. My dailies are: their Magnesium L-Threonate at night. Their Liposomal Vitamin D3 + K2 + CoQ10, Liposomal Vitamin B12 + B6, and The Omega in the morning.
My other daily supplement is Momentous Creatine. I use it to help energize my muscles before a workout, and research shows it may also help support cognitive function too.
Vital Proteins collagen packets and Armra Colostrum packets always get packed up too. The packets are my favorite for efficient traveling.
My go-to probiotic, Just Thrive Probiotic.
I don’t ever travel without my dry brush anymore. And always have a good body cream.
Epic Venison Beef strips are always in my carry-on, and I pack extra in my bag too. Speaking of which, the Beis check-in roller bag is my favorite.
This is random, but pink Himalayan sea salt is always with me too. I pack a little in these sandwich bags from HoldOn (love these and I always carry a few extra with me while traveling). The Wild Food brand is my favorite.
I love the products I travel with. Let me know what you guys are curious about!
5. Made Me Smile.
This is silly, but the screenshot above is my text chain with my brother, Kai. I’m so thankful for my family; there is always someone to text. I ask Kai everything, and he puts up with so much from me. It’s a constant flow of questions, and he never turns me away—and more than half of them do not make sense. But he gets it. He’s also constantly telling me to slow down when I type because nothing I ever send is in English.
6. Missed scenes from last weeks travels.
(the prettiest Dahlias for our Austin shoot)
(a sneak peak of whats coming)
(one more)
(dahlias are my favorite)
(the best team)
(home – so nice when then sun comes out)
7. Favorite links I’m loving.
15 Summer Reads You Won’t Be Able to Put Down
These Self-Tanners Are the Secret to Your Glowiest Summer Skin
The Ultimate Guide to Protein Bars, According to a Nutritionist
What Do You Cook When Eating Solo?
The 14 Best Fitness Apps, Based on Your Goals and Workout Routine
14 Shaving Secrets to Help You Survive Summer
Summer Fling 101: Your Ultimate Guide to a Flirty Summer
8. Favorite summer pieces from J Crew.
Amazon lounge pieces
9. This week’s dinners + favorite weekend eats.
Monday: 25 Minute Ginger Steak Cucumber Bowls
Tuesday: The Italian Salad Sandwich
Wednesday: Tajín Chicken Jalapeño Corn Caesar Salad
Thursday: One Pan Corn and Zucchini Pesto Orzo Casserole
Friday: Pesto Peach Chicken in White Wine with Burrata
Saturday: Frozen Aperol Peach Margarita
Sunday: Strawberry Caramel Muffins
