I've been attempting to refocus my attentions over the past week on my goals for my fall designs. Honestly, I've been having mixed results... I am finding it pretty challenging just getting through some days. My little babies must each weigh over a pound now. It seems like my belly is growning daily! Only a few more weeks to go, and I'll be out of the second trimester and into the home stretch. It seems like 1) a lot of time to go, 2) no time at all, and 3) there is A LOT to do prior to having these babies!
At any rate, today I thought I'd share with you the 10 things that make me happy, at least right now. Here's my list, in no particular order:
Isabella Oliver maternity clothes: these clothes are pricy but very worth it for polished pieces that look great, and are great quality. I'm looking forward to wearing mine not only now, but after I have the babies as well. They are some of the few things that don't make me feel like a giant sack of potatoes. As a small business model, the company is pretty inspiring as well. Founded by two women, they have seen their sales grow exponentially since they opened.
Cubis 2 on my iPod: there are days (or parts of days) where I can't really do anything beyond sitting on the sofa, hoping that I'll be able to sleep and feel better. Cubis has been terrifically fun for my "sick" days; it keeps my my mind occupied and engaged but at the same time, doesn't require any higher functioning. It's the perfect zone-out for me since we've turned off our Direct TV (that's right, no TV).
Harry Potter: I'm a big fan, what can I say? I saw the latest movie (of course), and have just begun to re-read 6 prior to starting 7, which I picked up yesterday. Once I've finished book 7, where to go from there? I'll probably re-read
The Golden Compass, by Phillip Pullman, in anticipation of the movie release in December. How realistic is it to think that I can go see a movie in December, having just had the babies in November?
Twitter: This cool website allows you to post brief messages about where you are/what you are doing, and read posts of other people that you choose to follow. Right now it's a great way to feel connected with my friend Stacy, who just moved to England, and who I miss.
Mephisto Hadassa sandles: Yes, they are crunchy granola. Yes, they are the sandle favored by my mother. But they are also the only sandles right now that really feel good on my feet as I'm lumbering around with two little babies inside of me, so I LOVE THEM.
Tums: You got it, another pregnancy friend. Heartburn has been my constant companion these past five and a half months, and these help me to deal with it. My favorite flavor is Tums Smoothies in Assorted Fruit flavor. Yum? Not exactly, but does the trick and provides heaps of calcium to boot.
Neutrogena Moisture Shine Gloss in Swizzle: Not a new color or product, but a favorite, and for a something that you can pick up at the drug store, it's pretty great. Glossy without being sticky.
Bliss Beauty Products: I have large pores and typically somewhat oily skin, and these products have my skin completely breakout free. I'm particularly fond of the
Steep Clean line.
So, that's my list. Yes, I realize that it's actually eight things that make me happy, not ten things that make me happy, but why quibble over details?
What things make you happy?
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