I feel like I’m playing a real life game of “What Came First? The chicken or the egg.” Was I exhausted in the beginning of the week because I was sick…. or was I sick because I wasn’t sleeping enough?
Regardless of why I’m sick, I am. It’s either a terrible cold or a mild flu. I can’t really tell…. but I’m not having that much fun with it. I think the only good thing is that it’s forcing me to rest. I took the afternoon off from work yesterday and slept a ton and worked from bed. (Walking the twelve feet to my kitchen is exhausting to say the least.)
I really dislike being “out of action.” But… as I said… it really is what my body needed. As much as I would like to believe that I was so tired because I was sick… the reality is that I think my body had enough and decided to do something about it.
I stumbled on this video and it’s beyond amazing. It seriously cheered me up and I think it will do the same for you!!!
Totally inspiring and completely beautiful, right?
I’m going to be taking things a little bit slower this week, so if you have any suggestions on blog posts or anything really at all that you want to share.. leave a comment 🙂
Can you do a post about Fall Fashion in Florida? I really love all things fall, the boots and scarves, but the weather in Florida is all "I'm a tropical paradise and I will have the sun radiate immense amounts of heat on you despite your desire to wear cute fall things."
i really want to know how is the cost for living in manhattan i really wont to live there some day, but i have no clue, a lot of people tell me that its sooo expensive, but expensive? how much expensive? heheh tks sooo much, this would be so helpfull!!
Hi Carly! Hope you get well soon!I made some NY themed wallpapers last month and I'd love to do a College Prepster Version that you can use and share. If you're interested check out my wallpapers here: http://blog.jessicamariedesign.com/2012/09/dress-your-tech-new-york.html I'd love to help 🙂
Hey Carly! I loved your post today just like I love all of your other post. That girl is so sweet and extremely smart!! I include your blog now into my morning routine. As I watch the news on TV, I sit on my iPhone or laptop to read your newest post and thumb through some old ones. I have to be careful because I could stay on your site all day. Thanks for all the helpful ideas and sharing your journey. You are truly amazing. Could you consider making a post on balancing media time? I sometimes get out of control with spending most of my day from my laptop to my phone between texting, Pinterest, Facebook, twitter,etc. Do you have any ideas on how to separate and enjoy life? Thank you! I hope you feel better. 🙂
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– Fresh washcloths after cleansing skin (@weezietowels “makeup” washcloths are cute, super soft, and very practical) – @omniluxled Omnilux Contour Face (this red light therapy mask has CHANGED the game for my skin. I use it 3-4x a week and it only takes 10 minutes per session!) – @jolieskinco filtered showerhead (I’ve noticed a difference in both my skin AND hair) – @ritual HyaCera (one capsule every night– it works from the inside out to help reduce the appearance of fine lines)
While I think my skin looks great on its own right now (🙌🏻 love to say that!), it also is serving as the best base for makeup. Sharing my current everyday routine: – @supergoop Mineral Unseen Sunscreen – @summerfridays Sheer Skin Tint (shade 1) – @merit Bronze Balm Sheer Sculpting Bronzer (shade clay) – @saiebeauty Dew Blush Liquid Cream (shade chilly) – @jonesroadbeauty Shimmer Face Oil (shade cool rose) – @sephora collection Eyebrow Gel (shade ebony) – @honest Extreme Length Mascara – @urbandecaycosmetics 24/7 Glide On Eyeliner (shade demolition) – @iliabeauty Balmy Lip Tint (shade lullaby)
girlhood 🫶🏻 find friends who want to do the same little hobbies as you! Went over to @shihstitches’ house yesterday to give her some sourdough starter and go through the basics (I’m *very much* a beginner so I told her to take my lesson with a grain of salt)
PS convinced her to make an IG account! @blueskyehouse
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Just a girl searching for the perfect digital planner solution. What I have right now is working, technically speaking, but I’m working across platforms and ideally I’d love everything to be in one place. I also have calendar synesthesia (IYKYK) and I physically feel myself in space moving through my calendar, which makes finding a planner difficult because I want/need it to match up with what I see in my head I know this sounds insane but if you also “see” time, you know what I mean!
Right now I’m using: – Google Sheets to track campaigns/business line items – Google docs for writing/brainstorming – Google/Apple Calendars (somehow they’re integrated and I don’t ask questions because it just works...) – Apple Notes for daily to-dos, random note keeping, and quick jot downs – Apple Reminders for “must dos” esp w/ deadlines – Dropbox for photo/file storage
I’m craving a good ole fashioned paper planner but the reality is that I need it to be digital. I need it to integrate with my calendar and remind me of tasks. I need to be able to access it on my computer when I’m working at my desk and on my phone when I’m on the go. I need structure and flexibility?
Does the perfect digital planner exist?! Do I need to overcome my overwhelm and tackle @notionhq? Is an @apple iPad the solution? Do I just keep doing what I’m doing because it’s technically working?
If you’ve stuck around to the end, I appreciate you 🫡
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… and yet you must. This week has been the hardest yet. Pressure from work, pressure from myself, pressure from the world. The magnitude of reality feels too much and too heavy. Showing up for my children though when I can barely show up for myself.
We’ve noticed an improvement in Teddy’s vitality and digestion since switching to @primalpetfoods Kibble in the Raw! It’s the easiest way to give him the benefits of raw nutrition without losing the convenience of dry kibble since it’s freeze dried into bites and completely scoopable. You would never guess he’s 11 years old with these moves at the park! #primalpetfoodspartner #ad
Can you do a post about Fall Fashion in Florida? I really love all things fall, the boots and scarves, but the weather in Florida is all "I'm a tropical paradise and I will have the sun radiate immense amounts of heat on you despite your desire to wear cute fall things."
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Carly,Good thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery…Hope you have a lovely weekend..
How about you post about cooking? Maybe recipes?
i really want to know how is the cost for living in manhattan i really wont to live there some day, but i have no clue, a lot of people tell me that its sooo expensive, but expensive? how much expensive? heheh tks sooo much, this would be so helpfull!!
I just wanted to pop in and say feel better soon and get rest, you are go, go, go, going all of the time 🙂
Hi Carly! Hope you get well soon!I made some NY themed wallpapers last month and I'd love to do a College Prepster Version that you can use and share. If you're interested check out my wallpapers here: http://blog.jessicamariedesign.com/2012/09/dress-your-tech-new-york.html I'd love to help 🙂
Thanks,
Jessica
Hey Carly! I loved your post today just like I love all of your other post. That girl is so sweet and extremely smart!! I include your blog now into my morning routine. As I watch the news on TV, I sit on my iPhone or laptop to read your newest post and thumb through some old ones. I have to be careful because I could stay on your site all day. Thanks for all the helpful ideas and sharing your journey. You are truly amazing. Could you consider making a post on balancing media time? I sometimes get out of control with spending most of my day from my laptop to my phone between texting, Pinterest, Facebook, twitter,etc. Do you have any ideas on how to separate and enjoy life? Thank you! I hope you feel better. 🙂
oh get well soon!! You really need a break and recover 🙂
xo dVb
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Get well soon, Carly!
Feel better and take lots of airbourne! There is a nasty bug going around in Maryland, I had it last week and a good friend is on day 8 of the flu.
I hope you feel better soon! I am the same way — I hate slowing down or stopping, and that usually makes me sicker.
Ugh I have been so sick, too! LOVE the video…I did a ballet number from Coppelia a few years ago – what a sweet pea that little girl is!!
Get well soon! You may have done this previously- but I'd love a post on what blogs you read. 🙂 Jen
Get better soon! I hope you're feeling back to yourself in no time. <3
That video really is inspiring, such talent!
Get lots of rest Carly!
I hope you get better soon. Being sick is no fun so I'll be sure to send all my positive healing happy thoughts your way! 🙂
As for that video, TOO ADORABLE!
That girl is major amazingness <3
~Alice
Ainfinitaire
Hope you're feeling better! I loved the video, thanks for sharing!