mom funk is REAL and it got me good- here's what i've been up to that's been helping me figure out what I actually like, and maybe they'll help you too
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hi, I'm Alex and I love adult coloring books.
guys, I've perfected diy nails
I just really love being tan, ok?
kind of reading
my comfy comf shows
obsessing over my hydrangeas
hi, I'm Alex and I love adult coloring books.
yes, I was a hater when this became a thing recently, but I joined the cult-- every coloring book i've gone through and loved, plus the markers that are so satisfying to use
mini books!
A Brighter Year Mini Coloring Book - Pocket Pets
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I want to frame them all…
Swearing is Caring: Adult Coloring Book
my daughter tries to sneak this one from me
Cute & Sweet Coloring Book: Easy Food Designs
this one actually is my daughters and it's so great for toddlers learning patterns
Comfy Patterns: Bold & Easy Coloring Book
no but it really is cute and groovy
Cute & Groovy: Bold & Easy Coloring Book
this was my OG first adult coloring book and it was a great intro to adult coloring big and bold
Stress Relief Coloring Book for Adults & Kids
love this marker case, theres one in teal and blue checker too!
Dual-Tip Markers With Case 20-Count
I love a good chisel
double-sided illustration markers 21-pack
these are thin markers fyi
Dual-Tip Permanent Markers 24-Count Set
love the neutral options!!
dual-tip watercolor marker drawing set 13-count
more thin tipped markers for detail orientation
dual-tip illustration markers 28-count
guys, I've perfected diy nails
pretty much a documentation of my entire at-home nails journey-- I exclusively use the imPress line. enjoy 💅
all my regular nail products that make at-home nails possible
my nails list on amazon
organizing my bathroom cabinet gave me a reality check real quick
my impress collection (it's already grown SO much more 🤪)
when you don't get paid enough to show your 👣 but the pedicure press ons are impressive and it's wild that we live in a world of press on toe nails
"blanc chic"
it gives red brick road meets galaxy world
"this city"
loved this color after seeing Wicked, suchhhh Glinda vibes
"this city"
this was the first time I tried a longer length in nails and kinda liked it, not gonna lie
"slip dress"
my ultimate Elphie nail
"dark green"
this one def reminds me of the Hailey Bieber nail, just a tad elevated
"starstruck"
red nail theory anyone??
"golden harvest"
I matched my tree this year!
"merry clause" -- these were cute, but broke the next day
put these on for the first time seeing Wicked
"dark green"
LOVE that these give black in certain lighting, but also shineeeeeeee in other lighting
"better days"
press-on nail removal hack
how I remove press-on nails without tearing my nails beds off 🙃
I just really love being tan, ok?
exclusively using b.tan products, my tried and true brand that never fails me for at-home tanning. they make it SO EASY
when you have the best tanning product that never fails you
I use the "next level" gel! sometimes 2 layers at once 🤪
the best results a self-tan can get ya
b.tan results part 2
how I tan at home
b.tan results part 1
avid b.tan user going on 5 years!!
the only self tan I'll ever use!
kind of reading
reading with toddlers at home that don't nap anymore should be an olympic sport, but we're working on it… i'll update as I add more 👀
current read as of March 2025, started in January and am half way through- LOVE it and hope to finish soon…
Behind Closed Doors by B.A. Paris
my comfy comf shows
all my feel-good shows I throw on for background noise
classic and light
Friends
yes, Blake has left a bad taste in my mouth, but I still ride hard for GG
Gossip Girl
obviously early seasons are the best, but I still love the show to this day
Grey's Anatomy
I prefer watching this in the fall 🍂
Gilmore Girls
obsessing over my hydrangeas
last summer I planted 26 hydrangeas-- I CANNOT WAIT to see how they grow this year. counting down the days 'til our last frost date!!
HYDRANGEA QUEEN-- Skye single handedly convince me I could grow hydrangeas AND keep them alive, who woulda thought
@hamiltonhousedesigns
Jess was an awesome gardener to follow when I needed resources for my zone specifically-- she's boston based and familiar with the elements, so she taught me a lot about how to grow in our new england environment
@youcandoitgardening
hydrangea inspo, literally incredible-- like are you kidding me?
annabelle hydrangea
I could stare at white hydrangea all day
absolutely dreamy
obsessed is an understatement
breathtaking and everything I want
goalssss
aiming to grow my hydrangea hedge to look like this
throwing edible things together and calling it cooking
no really I prob wouldn't call it cooking bc I just buy pre-made items from trader joes and jazz them up a bit? idk
add in peas and it's a meal for us
Trader Joe's Sweet Potato Gnocchi
add in grilled shrimp with spinach and it's a meal for us
Trader Joe's Porcini Mushroom Truffle Ravioli
add in jumbo scallops with spinach and it's a meal for us
Trader Joe's Lobster Ravioli
cook up some cous cous, add in spinach, marinated artichokes and it's a meal for us
Trader Joe's Chicken Picatta
add in a caesar salad and it's a meal for us
Trader Joes Sous Vide Chicken Thighs
add with the organic corn chips and it's a meal for us
