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Must Haves to Get Through Life
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items This is a completely random list of my favorite things that I can't categorize, ranging from nightlights to pillowcases, and scissors. Welcome to my brain and my favorite things!
Sections
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Subscription Services
Tech
Personal Care
Around the House
Snacks/Drinks
Subscription Services
I lean heavily on all of these.
Spotify is life.
Spotify - Web Player: Music for everyone
I cannot live without my Kindle Unlimited subscription!
Kindle Unlimited
As a recovering gifted/talented kid, these games bring me joy! Unless I can't solve them. Then I cry. 😭
Subscribe to Games from The New York Times
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My guilty pleasure.
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Tech
If it plugs in or charges, it's on this list.
This is so much better than waking up to my phone alarm!
REACHER Sunrise Alarm Clock with Night Light
I'm a big fan of listening to music when I work. This speaker produces sound that's a much higher quality than my laptop/phone.
Sonos Roam SL, WiFi & Bluetooth Speaker (White)
Not a day goes by when I don't use my MacBook Air. I found the best price at Costco, but you might do better if you have more patience.
MacBook Air - (13.6-inch) Apple M2 Chip 8-core CPU, 10-core GPU, 512GB SSD
Every member of my family has this charger. This has a much smaller footprint than the ones with the round base.
Wireless Charger 3 in 1 for iPhone, Watch, AirPods
This is my favorite phone case. It might not be the fanciest looking, but I had a pretty one on it before and it cracked screen!
Apple iPhone Silicone Case with MagSafe
What did we do before we had AirTags?
Apple AirTag 4 Pack
Personal Care
Personal care = self care
Satin scrunchies are critical for avoiding hair breakage. This are super affordable and good quality.
6 Pieces Satin Silk Scrunchies, Big Hair Ties
If you're prone to headaches, give one of these a try! Between the coldness and the light blocking, this helps so much!
TheraICE Headache Relief Cap, Migraine Ice Pack
Satin pillowcases are a game changer when it comes to taking care of your hair and skin.
BLISSY Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
Is this a necessity? No. Is it so luxurious that other blankets don't compare anymore? Yes.
Laurel Canyon Cozy Blanket | Johnny Was
I got this as a Christmas gift and laughed it off until I actually tried it on. I'm a convert! Not only is it the coziest thing over, but it's so soft on the inside and outside.
SEALY Wearable Electric Blanket with Foot Pocket
Of course I'm using hyperbole when I say I can't live without this lip mask. The thing is, I don't WANT to live without this lip mask.
Lip Sleeping Mask Intense Hydration with Vitamin C
These braided ponytail holders are my favorite for when my satin scrunchies aren't appropriate.
L. Erickson Grab & Go 15-Pack Braided Ponytail Holders
These towels are fantastic if you have long, thick hair and are trying to avoid spending a ton of time with a hair dryer. I've seen them at Nordstrom, Ulta, and Sephora too, but they're less expensive on Amazon. You absolutely don't need the Aquis br...
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I love this toothbrush! It's portable, rechargeable, and makes a huge difference when it comes to spending time in the dentist's chair.
PHILIPS Sonicare 4100 Rechargeable Toothbrush
We're a YETI family. I refer to this cup as my Emotional Support Water and never leave home without it. YETI comes out with new colors every season - I'm loving Agave Teal!
YETI Rambler 30 oz Tumbler With MagSlider Lid
I've tried approximately 7,000 dry shampoos and this is my favorite!
Perfect hair Day (PhD) Advanced Clean Dry Shampoo
Gotta have the SPF
Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40
I sweat when I'm hot & when I'm nervous. And living in Texas means I'm hot and nervous a lot. 🤣 This isn't perfect, but it's better than most antiperspirants and deodorants I've tried.
Certain Dri Everyday Strength Clinical Antiperspirant Deodorant Refresh
I have crazy sensitive teeth and gums. This waterpik flosser helps fend off gingivitis and keeps me out of the periodontist's chair!
Waterpik Aquarius Water Flosser, White WP-660
Around the House
These are house related things. Or things I can't figure out how to classify.
I have a million varieties of Command hooks. I don't know how I managed without them!
Command Small Wire Toggle Hooks, 10 Clear Hooks
I remember a time before rechargeable lighters were invented and I never want to go back there!
RONXS Electric Candle Lighter, 2pcs (Black&Champagne)
Everyone needs a good pair of scissors. These are great quality for the price.
8-inch Gold-plated Tailor Scissors, Alloy
These Granite & Stone clothes make keeping the kitchen clean so much easier. HIGHLY recommend.
E-Cloth Granite & Stone Cleaning Kit, 2 Cloth Set
These pens are my favorite. I prefer blank ink and 1MM, but my kid prefers the fine point.
PILOT G2 Gel Roller Pens, Bold 1mm, 5-Pack, Black
If you do a lot of traveling, check out this toiletry/cosmetics bag set! The outer case protects everything you have in the smaller bags on the inside.
Gray Full Bag Collection
If you have kids, pets, and/or furniture, you ought to get one of these.
BISSELL Little Green Pet Pro Carpet Cleaner
This is a great variety pack of E-Cloth. I'm a huge fan of these!
E-Cloth Microfiber Home Cleaning Starter Pack, Set of 5
This gadget will change the way you steam/press fabric. It's 10,000 times easier than hauling out an ironing board and iron!
NORI Press Iron & Steamer for Clothes, White
Snacks/Drinks
#1 necessity.
Diet Coke - 24pk/12 fl oz Cans