Friday Favourites!

 

Today I'm linking up with some fabulous bloggers for what is quickly becoming one of my favourite posts! Friday Favourites!
Who doesn't want to share all of their favourite products?

 

I have several this week -It's been a week of goodness!

 

#1 Stella and Dot Sierra Bracelet in Slate

My goodness this bracelet is gorgeous! I've been eyeing it forever and when it finally went on sale by my S&D distributor, I pounced on it. But here's the thing - it was delivered, but I never received it. So some jerk out there has my black one with blue beads. But you know what? My girl has got my back and she sent me the newest one to replace it and if you know me, you know grey is my #1 favourite colour. I'm in love with this bracelet already.

 

#2 Fresh Rose Face Mask

 

 

I already love the Fresh brand (obsessively), so it's not a stretch that I'd love their Masks. This mask smells like roses, has actual pieces of rose petals inside,  is super light and gentle and only needs to sit for 5-10 minutes (or in my case, ample time to floss while I wait). It's gentle enough to use every day, but I usually only do a mask once a week. I had some irritation on my skin earlier this week, used the mask and the next day my skin was free and clear. Believe me when I say you'll likely see lots of Fresh products come up in these posts!

 

 

 

 

**Note the tiny size -- this is a sample I received. Even the sample has given me approximately 7 uses. I already have a full size waiting :)

 

#3 Apple watch

My husband bought me an apple watch for my birthday and it was love at first sight. I like when products give me everything on one screen. I love that I can manage it from my phone and see the breakdowns of my workouts (especially awesome for swims, bike rides and runs) and it also counts my steps. It has encouraged me to become more physically active - especially with my steps. I even joined a step challenge starting in a couple of weeks. I have the 2nd generation watch and I have worn it in the pool, but it makes me nervous. I haven't worn it for open water swims.

I got the rose gold colour which automatically comes with a pink strap. I really like the pink strap, and find that it's not worth the cost to buy another when I'm happy with this one.

#4 Briogeo Rosarco Milk reparative leave-in conditioning spray.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I received this in an Ipsy bag and went out and bought the full size as soon as I finished it. I kept the little sample bottle and re-fllled it from the big one to take to the gym. This is so light, cuts way down on the frizz that my hair is so prone to and doesn't give me greasy hair after a day like my last leave-in did. I probably spray about 5 -6 spritzes after a shower before either blow-drying or tossing my hair into a ponytail. It also doubles as a heat protectant so that cuts down on me using another product to protect my hair.

 

 

#5 Our Weekly CSA Box

 

 

 

Our box this week was fabulous because it included two mini watermelons! It also included blueberries, bananas, celery, carrots, garlic, lettuce, squash, cauliflower and cucumber! This box is right up there with the time we got cherries and pineapple in the same one! I have no clue what I'm going to do with these patty-pan squash, but overall I'm very excited!

#6 OPI Mod About You

 

This colour is just gorgeous! Plus, of all the colours I've had done, for some reason it seems to have the most staying power. It's been almost three weeks and it's still holding up!
It's such a lovely colour and just compliments my skin tone, matches everything and I can't get enough! Link for picture and product in the name.

#7 Lululemon "On the Fly Pant"

 

 

Okay, I know, another lululemon item. But seriously, these pants. I bought them because I needed something comfortable to fly in that didn't look like sweat pants. I like my comfort but on this particular trip I had to remain appropriate looking. I saw these pants online, but went to the store to check them out. They could totally pass for plain black (work-appropriate) pants, and although they're 7/8 length, because I'm short(ish), they still go to my ankles. They look good rolled twice, or left down, the fabric is soft and comfortable and they have some durability to them. Honestly, if they weren't so expensive, I'd go and buy 6 more pairs and wear them everyday! Picture source and link to buy is in the name!

 

Well, that's all for today! Have a wonderful weekend!

Friday Favourites!

My first ever Friday Favourites!
I'm linking up with some of my favourite blogs to take part in a post I've loved to read every week!


#1 Mix and Match Mama's Honey Pecan Chicken recipe
I had this last night for dinner for the second time and I just can't get over it. It is SO fast, so easy and so gluten free. I went with Shay's use of both white and dark meat and it was fantastic! I removed the thighs after 25 minutes and cooked the chicken breasts for another 15. It all came out wonderfully. This is definitely a favourite from our dinners this week! I'm not posting my own picture (because I forgot to take one), but I'll leave you to click the link. Her picture is amazing anyways :)

#2 My Lululemon Glide and Stride shirt
This shirt is so comfortable, so cute and I just can't get enough of it. I was able to get it for $39 from the sale instead of its original $74, which just adds to my enjoyment. I love that it comes with a built in bra, and I can't get over the sides. Sometimes I need to take a minute to just flit around in front of a mirror and look at it's adorable-ness. Hmm, that might be weird.
I also found it was true to size, and bought it in my usual 6. I wear a 6 in bottoms and tops religiously and have only deviated when I've read enough reviews to know I need to size up or down. Love those reviews.

 Images from here

#3 CSA Produce Day
I signed our home up for a CSA produce package that we pick up weekly from a home nearby. Unfortunately we don't live in one of the cities with delivery, but it's not much of a hassle to pick it up. It's actually on my way home from work. Each week we get a selection of local veggies and fruits, plus I added a $10 fruit basket. It's all organic and sooo fresh and delicious. It also forces me to think outside of the box for my meals, because I need to use up the produce! So far we have really cut down on grocery shopping. I still buy berries, watermelon and peaches/nectarines/plums, but I never really buy veggies anymore. It's been awesome! We have had some items that we aren't so inclined to use, luckily I can give those away to willing co-workers and friends who are only too happy to accept :) Case in point - those limes went to my co-worker today (he got them last time too!)
If you have a local CSA, I would highly recommend signing up. It is so worth it!

 

 

#4 teapigs Tea
This stuff is like the holy grail of tea to me. The chai masala and morning glory are my favourite flavours and I cannot get enough. I've seen them pop up here every now and then, but they never stick around in stores. They actually had it at picklebarrel the last time I went, but the morning glory was called English breakfast and didn't taste the same.

The tea temples have full tea leaves in them and are full of flavour like you wouldn't believe. My friend sent me some from the UK once, and now includes them every time she sends me a package, because she's just the best! If you ever see this tea - buy it. You won't regret it!! I am literally enjoying a cup of morning glory as I type this.

Images from here

 

Well, that's it for today. I'm sure that there is more I have loved this week, but these are the top 4!

Happy Friday!