I write a lot about what ails us and potential ways to address those ailments. But today is different. Instead of focusing on what is wrong and how to improve it, I’m going pursue straight-up enjoyment and write y’all a big long list of things that I love to use and places I love to visit. Life IS all about balance, right?? And I’m writing this on a Friday instead of a Sunday just ‘cause that sounded like fun too!
OFFICE SUPPLIES
I have had a penchant for office supplies since I was a wee tyke! I could not get enough 5-subject notebooks, Trapper Keepers, journals, diaries, crayons, and those pens that had multiple colors of ink in them. SO COOL. Here are my current loves:
Papermate Flair Pens: They write beautifully, come in approximately a zillion colors, and are great for making my Planner look pretty (I also love alliteration, but that won’t get its own bullet point).
While most of these links go to Amazon (because it’s easy, and I’m all about easy today), I love this pen supply store: JetPens. They offer different pen collections by pen type, pen color, etc. Super neat and dangerous site.
Passion Planner: I’ve used a bunch of different planners (Panda Planner, Best Self, Bullet Journal), and this is my favorite. I love the weekly and monthly planning and recap spaces, the weekly personal to-do list and work to-do lists, and the area for “Space of Infinite Possibility.” I have a heartfelt connection to this planner – that is how much I treasure it.
Sharpie S-Gel Pens: These write so nicely and look super classy. You can also get refills so you don’t have to toss them when they are empty (which is a downside of the Papermate Flairs).
Lamy Safari Fountain Pen: I am on my 4th Lamy Safari. Huehue, who loves to destroy things I love, crunched up my purple and whites pens, my black one started to leak a bit after 13 years, and now I’m on a Pina Colada version that is super fun (it’s light blue & yellow).
Moleskine Notebooks: These are my favorite journals. I prefer the Limited Edition ones, which I used to be able to find at cheap prices on Amazon (stupid inflation). I like both lined and unlined (good for adding drawings to your journaling). They are the perfect size and hold up well to being carted around.
CLOTHING
Darn Tough Socks: These socks have neat designs, feel great on your feet, and come with a lifetime warranty. Heuhue ate the top of one of them, and Darn Tough sent me a free replacement pair!
Boody underwear: Made from bamboo – super comfortable, breathable, and soft. It’s my bedtime underwear. What?? You don’t wear different underwear to bed??
MISC.
Cactus leather iPhone case: I love the look and feel of this case. It makes my iPhone feel more earthy and touchable. 😛
LOCAL GOODS/SERVICES/LOCATIONS
Dots Pots mugs: These are our favorite tea mugs. If you’ve never checked out her shop in Moline, do so immediatly! There are lots of one-of-a-kind treasures in there. Dot, in and of herself, is a one-of-a-kind treasure!
Davenport Acupuncture: When I am feeling overwhelmed by life, or if something is just feeling weird in my body and Spirit, I go to Blair. I spend 90 minutes, melting onto her table, listening to the music, feeling the light, and knowing that her needles and bodywork will provide the reset that I need. She is one of the best humans I know.
Motherhood Matters/Breath, Core, Pelvic Floor class: I love health practitioners who are passionate about what they do and who offer unique, educational classes and workshops here in the QC. This class is happening next Saturday, 9/14!
Rudy’s Tacos in the East Village: We live about 5 minutes away from this Rudy’s, and it’s one of our favorite places. You can get 3 tasty beef & bean tacos for less than $10, the service is quick and consistent, and they make a mean tequila & soda. Fast, easy, good service, tasty, inexpensive – it’s our go-to place when we need to get out of the house.
Kimberly Pierce Jewelry: I discovered Kim ages ago – probably 10 years ago already – when I ran across a pop-up she was doing at Java Java. I was immediately smitten with her style – simple, elegant, and classy. Over the years, I’ve amassed a collection of her earrings, necklaces, and a ring, and I often order from her for gifts. She packages the items beautifully and ships quickly.
Natural Grocers: If it’s wrong to have affection for a grocery store, I don’t want to be right! We have certain staples we pick up there regularly – eggs, Beelers sausage, walnuts, prunes, white sweet potatoes, etc. And then we stock up when they have sales on beef sticks, chips, Siete tortillas, kombucha, etc. They have some bonkers amazing sales. And the company has also sent us free gifts randomly! We got a scarf one year, and a string satchel last year. Their monthly ad has tons of great recipes and good info on nutrition and wellness.
I suppose that’s enough for now. Thanks for letting me share some of my favorite things with you! If you read this, and are like, “Oh man, Heather would totally LOVE this thing/place/person,” please respond to this email!
Hope you’re having an excellent Friday and can get outside and enjoy the amazing weather this weekend.
Take care!
Heather
Space to be Human Lab
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