7.31.2015

Monthly Goals, July

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and in case I haven't mentioned it this month, I'm obsessed with donuts

While time seems to be flying by, July felt like a looong month. Probably because I did a lot of stuff. I can't stop using the phrase "busy and fun" to anyone who might ask how my Summer is going. That's accurate! I've been spending very little time at home, and when I am home, I'm working on making my little apartment as cozy as it can be (with help from Huntee.) I hope I can share it soon! It, unfortunately has very minimal natural light, and you know how that works for pics.

I mentioned yesterday how I've been feeling a bit stressed with so many little things on my mind. I just don't want anything to slip through the cracks! But, I suppose we all just do the best we can.

As far as goals this past month, I'll give myself a B. I went to Florida for my brother's winging ceremony (this one's a two-fer, also saw my Mom and younger bro), I saw Wiz Khalifa and Fall Out Boy in concert, I tried my best to listen to other people, I just had Amanda & Dustin over for dinner on Wednesday night, I listened to half of The Paying Guests on my way to FL but never finished it, and I have written a BUNCH of cards/letters this month.

My biggest deficit (besides books...but I do have three waiting for me on hold at the library) has to be that one-word-motto. It's just hard to remember, honestly! Anyone have a word or phrase that they've challenged themselves with? What's a good way to get mine to stick next month?

August is going to be loaded: with two bachelorette weekends, a bridal shower I'm helping with, and family in town for one weekend! I'm hoping to spend a little more time doing less during the week, so when the weekend comes around, I'm ready to go, and not exhausted come Monday morning!

I didn't blog nearly as much in July, but I've got some ideas I can't wait to flesh out in August (a product review, some bridesmaid insight, a post on something more personal than normal, a packing post, and plenty of more outfits with some new pieces :x.) Hope you can stick around perfectly Priya! Have a wonderful weekend!

Check out my monthly goal diagnostics, here.
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7.29.2015

Amanda & Dustin, 3.21.15

Throwing it back to my roomie and best friend, Amanda, 's big day back in March! See my selfies from the day here
Please note: I do not own/did not take any of these photos! They were all done by the lovely and talented Caitlin Selle.
Nashvillians, check out Caitlin Selle photography! She is a friend, a doll, and awesome with a camera. 
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all photos by Caitlin Selle photography


Hi everyone, for those of you I don't know, my name's Priya, and I met Amanda probably about an hour after I came to Nashville in 2009. We were both starting at Lipscomb, both running cross-country, and we were living together. I actually met Alyssia first and thought she was Amanda, which we laughed about later. 

Living together, and especially after we had both moved away from home for the first time, we got to know each other very quickly. One thing we learned and I think we're still noticing is that it is very hard to find someone you can live with; and that Amanda and I complimented each other very nicely. I am extremely organized, I like having my entire life planned out; whereas Amanda seemed to always be flying by the seat of her pants, so much so that I remember constantly saying to her "I don't know how you live." 

Dustin, one thing's for sure, you will be set for life because Amanda is the luckiest person of all time.

I have an entire Rolodex of stories to illustrate this, but probably the best example of this is: I used to work at the front desk of our dorm, and early one morning, one of our cleaning ladies came up to me and said 'We just found this under the couch, it looks like a birth certificate, you probably want to hang on to this and get it back to its' owner.' And I'm like- I've never even SEEN my birth certificate, my parents are like "don't even look at it, if someone steals it they will steal your identity" so what kind of irresponsible, careless, idiot (basically) loses their birth certificate under a COUCH?! And I open it up: Amanda Rae Twigg. So I think I marched up the stairs and I had the attitude of "Well thank goodness I found it" and Amanda said something like 'Oh THATS where I left that!"

So Dustin, definitely buy some lottery tickets. 

Our contrasting personalities really kept things interesting, and they ended up being mutually beneficial. I was there to keep Amanda organized and make sure she got on the team bus on time (except for that one time), and Amanda was always there to calm me down, keep things fun, and always made me feel valued. One thing that anyone who knows Amanda knows is being around her instantly makes you feel like the most special, loved person in the world; and that's something I remember appreciating about her right away, in my first semester of college.

So naturally, we're navigating all these things that come with college, and we're both meeting a lot of people. And for most girls, you're chasing after guys trying to get them to date you, I mean, I forced my boyfriend to go out with me, and I still am. But for Amanda, it always seemed like guys were chasing her, and she really couldn't be bothered by it. I remember talking to Amanda after she hung out with one guy and asking her, "ok, how'd it go?" And her saying something like, "Ehh, it was ok. I just don't really like him, I think?" So all of us girls are over here on the side like, you poor thing, that is a terrible problem to have. But also thinking- who is the cowboy that is going to tame this wild stallion?

Enter Dustin. When Amanda and Dustin started talking, we weren't living together anymore, and I remember the very first time she told me about him. She said, "Priya, I met this guy, and I really like him." So already, this is different. I'm thinking, ok, that's really good, that's normal. 

Pretty soon after that they started dating, and she was saying things like "I really like him Priya. I think I love him." So this was completely new. Probably even a better example of how she felt was when things weren't going well, and they would get in these world-ending fights where I had to call Dustin up and say "Hey, you better get over here and fix this!"

And after that, when I would ask her how things were going, she would very casually say "Oh, we're getting married!" Definitely not something I had heard from her before. 

And I think we all know where the story goes from here, soon after, they were engaged! And I want to take this moment to apologize for ruining the proposal, Ms. Dana, I'm sorry. In my defense, I felt like, and I still feel like, I was giving my roomie away. But I think what's important here is that we're at their wedding, so things turned out ok! 

Dustin and Amanda- congratulations. I am so happy for both of you, and I love you both. I promise to be a good friend to you as you start this new life of being married!

Dustin- Amanda is crazy about you, only you, and has always been! I'm sure you already know this, but the Twigg family is the most loving family I have ever met, and I know they will take you in as a son immediately!

Amanda- Roomie! I see the way that Dustin cares for you and I know he's going to be an awesome life partner. I am so happy that you have found the one your soul loves.

Amanda and I used to always say we'd be "Roomies For Life", and move into a duplex when we got married, so I'm not sure if that's the plan now but let me know.

Cheers to Dustin and Amanda, congrats you guys! 
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7.24.2015

Money in the Bank

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| necklace: gift (J.Crew) | t-shirt: Madewell via Carina | skirt: thrifted | shooties: Payless | purse: H&M (super old) | 

IF ONLY this outfit were literal money in the bank. That would sure be helpful for my credit card bill next month, which documents baby showers, birthdays, bridal showers, bachelorette parties, and flights to California. And I did a little (" ") online shopping. Do I have regrets? Well, talk to me on the 15th of the month when that bill is due. I DID emerge with my favorite pieces from the Old Navy summer collection, and a new resolve to not buy anything else for the rest of the year (I know, I know, you've heard that one before), AND to wear out my closet. But more on that later.

Life is pretty grand, when I can dress like a Valentine/popsicle and meet Huntee for Thai food for Friday lunch. I had been dreaming of Thai food all week, so when he suggested we meet up on Friday, it was all I could do to not scream YES! And I've been dreaming about lunch since yesterday morning. What does that mean, exactly? Maybe that I don't have a lot going on??

I don't think it's news that color-blocking is my favorite trend of all time. I wore a very similar outfit last summer, this outfit is loosely based on this pin, and here's my very first baby attempt at color-blocking! More than anything this outfit was inspired by Mindy Kaling absolutely killing it at Cannes. MY QUEEN. As soon as I realized this color combo existed, I needed it in my life.

Last thing- you can't really see it, but my co-worker gave me some Matte lip color (her ipsy reject, same as this, basically) and it's so neat! When you first put on matte lip gloss, it goes against the laws of lip color...until you realize it's freaking awesome and you feel like Kylie Jenner or something.
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Said Thai lunch at The Smiling Elephant. Nashvillians that have never been: stop what you're doing. GO. 

Well, we're minutes away from a weekend where I'll be babysitting, celebrating wbfflirl Art's birthday all day tomorrow (and Litton, the intern, going back to college), then baby showering, making taco salad for lunch bunch, and generally getting my life together on Sunday! Mazel!! 
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7.21.2015

ipsy vs. Birchbox, June

I'm becoming a beauty person, one subscription box at a time. Happy Birchbox & ipsy day!

*This series originally started as I was trying to pick between two subscription services: ipsy and Birchbox. At this point, I don't plan on canceling either; I really enjoy getting them both, receiving and trying out new products, and challenging myself to use everything I receive! Check out the whole series right here:  
                                                 May // April // March // February // January // December // November

Without further ado, my new products from last month! 
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BeFine Cucumber Facial Mask- Masks are something I can always use! I want this to become part of my beauty day routine, Hunter even said he'd do one with me, shh! This one smells lovely and left my face feeling clean and fresh. 
SmashBox Foundation Primer- Beauty friend Kelley said this stuff was like liquid gold, and you only need a pinch. Good, because the sample size is tiny! I used this under my make-up for Jenae's wedding. I didn't notice a huge difference. And honestly, I don't wear foundation enough for this to be relevant to me. But, a fun sample I'll keep using. 
*trèStiQue Mini Shadow Crayon-* I was pretty whatever about this at first, until Kelley instructed me to use this as a highlighter. I'm all about brows, and all about a lighter shade under the brow bone to make them pop. This couldn't be easier to use! 
J. Cat Liptitude Lip Stain- Hi I'm Priya, and I'm addicted to lip color. I know this is a safe space. It doesn't even matter how many I have, I am always down to try a new one out. This isn't my favorite color/formula necessarily, but I did enjoy trying a stain, which truly stays on all day (for better or for worse...at the gym...) 
Nuxe Exfoliating Gel- This face wash has actual rose petals in it! It smells good and works alright, but I found that those little petals got everywhere, like, I was finding them in my hair later. So, pass.

*Favorite of the month! I've been using this almost every day. Using it is just as easy as rubbing a crayon on your face (*I've never done that before, btw.) Using this crayon as a highlighter makes such a subtle pretty difference in my daily make-up. And this is why I get ipsy, personified; trying out products I never even knew I needed! 

This bag is that scuba neoprene material which is sohotrightnow. As far as ipsy bags go, I would rate this meh. I stashed it at Hunter's for touch-ups on the go! 
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Birchbox (clockwise)

Klorane Conditioning Balm With Mango Butter- This shamps + condish combo smells amazing, but I don't love how they worked with my hair. I expected a product that felt so fresh to work that way on my hair, but it felt like it left build-up.
Klorane Shampoo with Mango Butter- I've mentioned before how I need a very soapy, clarifying shampoo to get my super thick hair actually clean, so this wasn't my fave. Still, they make for nice travel supplies!
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Cream- This is a moisturizer that's supposed to firm and heal. I generally like moisturizer that has salicylic acid benefits, but this cream felt smooth and not too greasy. 
*Coola SPF 50 Sport*- I love when I receive products that are super relevant when I get them. I'm not the best about wearing sunscreen, but I try to at least use it on my face before sunny activities. This stuff is not super greasy and smells great (like mango!) 
Real Chemistry 3 Minute Peel- This stuff was pretty cool and a little weird. It basically works as an exfoliant that scrubs dead skin off your face. It was a little messy to use, so I think I'll stick to using this as a face wash in the shower. 
Marcelle Waterproof Eyeliner- I've been wearing purple eyeliner since highschool (not all the time, just to switch it up occasionally.) This liner is a deep plum, I can't guarantee that it's actually waterproof, but it did stay on during the work day! 
Pura Vida Lace Headband- This was a fun little bonus item that I LOVE! My hair goes up for exercise nearly every day, and it's still barely short enough to have pieces that fall out. I've been using this at the gym, it stays in place AND is cute to boot! Win!

*Favorite of the month! As a general rule, if ever an item is out by the time I write this, it wins favorite of the month. This sample size is actually perfect to stash in a purse as I'm running out the door for outside activity. Especially since I use it on my face (mostly), I appreciate that it is organic. It definitely didn't feel like I was slathering my face with chemicals!

This box wasn't as good as previous, but it is purple, the best color. 


I've gotta give Birchbox the win for this month! My ipsy seemed a little lackluster, and I just can't deny that BB sent me a few little extras (seven items total, which ipsy never does!) This marks two months in a row for Birchbox, which has never happened!

If you find yourself trying to choose between the two, I can offer some definite pros and cons for each: 

Birchbox offers higher quality products, with more of a variety. Their point system is also incomparable- once you rack up points, you can shop their entire store of both items you've sampled in a box, and MORE (basically, anything you would ever want.) BB also provides a little "guide" with instructions for each product, which seems silly, but it's really informative. I love when they throw in bonus items, like a mini conditioner to go with a shampoo, or gummy vitamins. My only downside to BB is that the sample sizes are generally tiny, and I don't enjoy receiving the facial serum etc. stuff as much as cosmetic stuff.

ipsy always has larger sample sizes, and a lot of times, full-sized products. It's more focused on make-up (as opposed to skin or haircare), and you DO get a cute bag every month. ipsy generally has random brands I've never heard of, and you can tell that some of the products just aren't as high quality. 

So there's the side-by-side comparison, in a nutshell!


If you're interested in signing up for ipsy OR Birchbox (or both ;) for $10/month, you can find my referral links here: ipsy //Birchbox.

and view the rest of this series here
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7.17.2015

bright stripes

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| sunnies: H&M | necklace: gift | tee: Old Navy | pants: secondhand F21 (Jamie) | clogs: Old Navy | 

In today's episode of #bloggerproblems, these pants photograph SO WEIRD (see them styled for cold weather, here.) I promise you they don't look this strange in real life. I think the key is to wear them a little bit looser and lower, to avoid joining the mile-long-crotch club. 

This was an outfit that came together when I had two minutes and needed something to wear, NOW. These pants came to me secondhand from a co-worker, and I don't wear them too often. I was deliberating between a couple fancier tops, when I spied this t-shirt, and the rest of the ensemb fell into place around it. I like how this feels very classic menswear-y. 

In hair news (which I very very rarely have, this is a big deal) lately I've been "wanding" my hair with a barrel roller (per Andrea's instruction) and loving it! The barrel curls + dry shampoo + a few days gives my hair this awesome texture that a wand just can't do. And if you should know one thing about my hairstyling- it's that I love a style that I can wear for three, four, five days before another wash. 

These pictures accurately depict that Nashville is sunny, bright, and hot, hot HOT! I am stuck in that state of bliss that is Friday, my favorite holiday, every week. It helps that I shopped online this morning :D and completely destroyed my no shopping goal for the year. Anyway, I come to you in full disclosure of that. I hope you have a happy weekend, and thanks for stopping by!! 
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7.14.2015

Weekend Update: Ooh, Watch Me!

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What a weekend! Maybe most notably, I broke out my camera to get some real photos! Sundar's winging seemed like a momentous occasion that deserved non-iPhone pictures. In between the crazy thunderstorms and humidity, we managed to find some great lighting, too!

I was the tiniest bit grumbly about driving down to FL for just over a day, but it was so worth it, you guys. So worth it to hug my mom as many times as I could, ^laugh with Tuppy^, and be there as Sundar got his wings. I've been down to Florida to see him now...six times (here are some other Florida memories, if you're interested), but this one may have been the best trip! I loved getting to spend time with Sundar's lovely girlfriend, ^ Jordan, and a bunch of his other buddies I've now met a few times. It was conveniently the best, because he is on his way to San Diego next! I'm excited for him, though I will miss having him driving distance close-by!

I've stayed in pretty close touch with Sundar throughout flight school; so I can honestly say I am very proud of all his hard, constant work! Also he sure looks sharp in that uniform.

I'll spare you the badly lit selfies from the rest of my weekend; driving back, lovely wedding on Saturday night, and Fall Out Boy + Wiz Khalifa on Sunday night, but just know, it was a weekend for the books! And sleeping for 11 hours on Saturday night wasn't bad either :) 
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7.11.2015

You Know You...

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| earrings: gift from Amanda | blouse: from Jamie | blazer: H&M | skirt: Old Navy | heels: H&M |

This outfit made me feel SO Gossip Girl. Like, more than anything I have ever worn. So naturally, I wanted to title this "You Know You Love Me", but I couldn't do it. I just couldn't. "Fashion blogging" --> posting photos of and talking about myself on the reg feels vain as it is, most times, without an insufferable post title. So anyway,

I purchased this blazer on my birthday and have been wearing it about once a week! I absolutely love it. This blouse was given to me second hand from a co-worker, and I can't believe it took me months to wear it. It's simple and gorgeous, and dry clean only. Very unfortunate, because if I look glisten-y in these photos, it's because I stepped outside for a few minutes to take photos, and starting sweating buckets. That's how hot and humid it's been in Nashville lately. Of course, I sit in a freezing office during the day, so that's why I always have long-sleeves. 


As this post is going up, would you like to know what I'm actually up to in the middle of this weekend? How about a verbal weekend update

I'll be in Florida from Thursday night until Saturday, because Sundar is getting his wings (!), and my Mom and Tarif are flying out. Back in time Saturday night for Erik & Caitlin's wedding. Then Sunday night I'm seeing Fall Out Boy and Wiz Khalifa in concert! And Hunter is on vacation with his family this whole time until Wednesday :( thus, my weekend of mostly solo activity! It's a doozy! 

You can follow along via Twitter and Instagram in the meantime, if you like! Talk to you soon!
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7.09.2015

Thankful Thursday #6

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This is my favorite part of my bedroom right now!

31. Berry season.
32. Audiobooks.
33. Pink lipstick.
34. Betty (my car.)
35. Sharpie pens.
36. Those glittery clothespins and the pictures they're holding up!

Are you shocked that I'm not providing commentary for any of these? I thought I'd throw them out rapid fire, since I'm leaving for Florida in a few hours (for about a 36 hour trip) and still have lots to get done. Including packing. When will I ever learn?!

Shout-out to Elaine, who is blogging again (hooray!), becoming my blogging friend (uh, wut?! Double hooray!) and doing a gratitude project of her own. She's listing things that make her happy, and reviewing a book with fascinating insights about gratitude- like the health benefits! As if you needed another reason to be thankful.

One more thing, because it's the 9th of the month: my one-word-motto for July is listen. Simple. But omg, you guys, I have the worst habit of tuning people out, getting distracted while people are talking to me, and interrupting. Have you realized lately how difficult it is to actually listen to people when they are talking? Especially nowadays, when we constantly have our phone in our hands. Nine days in, this has already been so eye-opening. I'm kinda a jerk, you guys! At least I'm working on it.

Have a great Thursday, and remember: gratitude is as good for you as exercise!*
*I'm not a doctor. 

Check out the rest of my Thankful Thursdays, right here!
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7.07.2015

rain, white, & blue

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| headband: from Jenae | dress: gift from Katie (ASOS) | boots: Hunter via Piperlime | 

Hi! I hope your July 4th memories are not long gone from your mind, so that this outfit is still relevant. It was honestly kinda a bummer of a holiday in Nashville. It stormed on and off all day, I insisted on swimming and grilling anyway, and subsequently was really cold. Though we went downtown for the biggest firework show in the country, it rained through the whole thing, and by the end of the show, the sky was so full of smoke and clouds that we couldn't see a THING (fireworks, the Nashville skyline, nothing!) 

So though it didn't really feel like a quintessential July 4th- mid-Summer, sunny skies, perfect pool party- I can't complain about a long weekend that included house parties, cheese dogs, a friend back in town, and cleaning my apartment from top to bottom (because I'm a little crazy.) 

One of the silly things on my Summer bucket list was a fun patriotic ensemble for the 4th. For some reason (I blame this, mostly) I did not have my stuff together last week, so this outfit was kinda thrown together...but I'm not mad about how it turned out! 

My dearest darlingest Katie gave me this dress as a birthday gift when I was home, and I've been wearing it non-stop! It's the white sundress I never knew I needed until it arrived in my life. Thank you Katie for the most perfect presents! I'll keep marching on with this absurd no-clothing-purchases goal, so long as I have amazing friends who know me better than I know myself (and give great gifts :)

I definitely had other shoes in mind to complete this outfit, but the rainboots ended up being clutch, as it rained through the fireworks (that we walked to.) And though the yellow is not super patriotic, I love the way the boots look with the sundress! This might end up being my favorite rainy day outfit, adding or subtracting a sweater, seasonally. 


I hope you all had a lovely holiday! Any fun or crazy stories to share? I was green with jealousy looking at all my California friend's pictures from the day. Hope the sun found you wherever you were! 

Over & out, for now! 
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7.02.2015

Vacation Brain.

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| jean jacket: Gap | t-shirt: Forever 21 via Carina (SO old) | shorts: H&M | sandals: Target |

I'll start by saying this day has been entirely unproductive. Though it's a rainy Thursday, it totally feels like a holiday Friday. I've got vacation on the brain, forward and back; reminiscing on being in sunny California last weekend, and preparing to be hanging in Nashville all weekend long for the 4th. I don't have big plans, but I do have little ideas that involve swimming pools and fireworks. Let's hope this weather holds up so we can celebrate Amurica to the fullest!

Amir snapped these pictures for me in my parent's front yard, last weekend. I wore this outfit on Friday for running around and lunch with my dearest friend Katie (love you, firstie!) These fun shorts were a total "birthday impulse purchase", perfect for going out, but also super comfy. I lived in this jean jacket all weekend! It's something I love more and more with every wear (and there have been many, check out this remix!) 

That's all I've got for now! Have a very happy and safe 4th, you fireworks you! 

IMG_5739& Shout-out to my little brother Amir; for taking these pics, being the best adventure buddy, and generally my favorite human <3                 he even reads this blog sometimes, what a guy! 

He's also interning at Stanford Hospital this Summer, nbd. Wish we were hanging out this weekend too, Melt!
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7.01.2015

Monthly Goals, June

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a happy memory in Huntee's truck from the start of the month!


Happy July, everyone! Let's take a look at how I did on my monthly goals in June.

- I just returned to Nashville after a trip home for Jenae's wedding weekend. Go on a trip: √
- I went to a friend's show, CMA Fest, and a Mae show (narrowly missed the Nashville Symphony!) Live music: √
- I got to see a bunch of family over the weekend (Mom, Dad, Galina, Carina, Tarif & Amir.) See a family member: √
- I paid special attention to being kind this month. I can think of several things I did specifically because of this, but overall, not my best effort. One word motto: √ (but only just)
- I thought I failed this one, but we did have Hunter's roommate over for frozen pizza before CMA fest. Host dinner: √
- Guys! I read The Girl on the Train AND Big Little Lies in June! My first two books for the year. Read a book: √
- I believe I wrote to someone this month..? Definitely received a lot of birthday cards! Write a letter: X


So, this is probably my best month in 2015 so far, goal-wise. And otherwise! June was a really fun, sunny month for me, I celebrated my birthday, was in a friend's wedding, and had several other Summer adventures.

If I were to focus on a few of these to improve on for next month, I'd say: one word motto (which I haven't picked out yet!), I would like to host an actual, thought-out, dinner party (I need to buy two dining chairs), and I have a few people in mind who I owe letters to :)

Hope you guys had a fantastic my birthday month, and July is off to a good start. Thanks for reading along with me! 
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