*cues the Happy Birthday song (Stevie Wonder version)*
I never know what type of posts to share (if any) on my birthday. Sometimes it’s a cake recipe, sometimes it’s an old post from back in the day and recently, I’ve been sharing my favorite things. By recently, I mean since last year. What better way to celebrate a birthday than sharing things that I love with readers? Yes, I’m having an Oprah moment and I love it.
Last year I shared 36 of my favorite things and a lot of the things listed are still true. Now that I’m entering my 37th trip around the sun (OMG), I thought let’s just keep the party going and keep this favorite things tradition going. Enough rambling let’s get in into it.
37 of my favorite things
1. Chocolate chip cookies. This will always be on my list.
2. This polka dot denim jacket.
3. Slip/cami dresses (like this one and this one).
4. Pupusas. I’ve been obsessed recently. So yummy.
5. I’m Still Here: Black Dignity In a World Made for Whiteness. This book made the list last year and it’s back.
6. Hungry for More. Chrissy Teigen’s latest cookbook. I cooked my way through the book this year too.
7. Rent the Runway. I started using it again and have loved it for special occasions! (get $30 off your first order)
8. My Black Lives Matter Tee. Get you one.
9. The Ordinary’s hyaluronic acid.
10. Zapp’s Voodoo Chips. Ughhhh these are so good.
11. BIRMINGHAM! I cannot believe how much I’ve fallen in love with B’ham. We had so much fun there!
12. Aperol Spritz. Despite what the NYT says, Aperol spritzes are delish and the perfect summer drink.
13. Clue app. Clue is a period and ovulation tracker and I’ve used it for a while now and I love it.
14. The August Sisters. Talk about colorful and creative. If you’re looking for some unique earrings, support this women-owned small business.
15. True crime podcasts. Whew. I love to do a deep dive into true crime. A few favorites: Dirty John, The Shrink Next Door and Dr. Death.
16. Quay sunglasses. They’re cute and stylish. Try these, these or these.
17. I love my skincare routine. It brings me joy.
18. Jeni’s ice cream. This was on the list last year but since then, you can find it at Publix now!
19. Barrettes. I all of a sudden became very into them. Here are the ones I’m currently loving.
20. Oat milk. Yes, I know it’s all the rage now. Elmhurst is my current favorite brand.
21. Entrepreneur Magazine. I love magazines and Entrepreneur has become one of my favorites.
22. Hotel beds. Who doesn’t love a cool and comfy hotel bed.
23. Notebooks! Fringe notebooks specifically. Made the list last year and it’s still a favorite.
24. U Brands pens. A girl who loves notebooks also loves pens.
25. W&P cocktail syrup. Makes cocktail creation easier.
26. Porter mugs & glasses. Eco-friendly coffee mugs and wine glasses. And they’re so cute.
27. PANCAKES! Enough said, right?
28. Television. Current faves: Suits, Euphoria and Black Lady Sketch Show.
29. Bliss face masks. I love these so much.
30. Random dance parties. We don’t have them enough but when we do…SO MUCH FUN.
31. Brunch at Taqueria Jalisco. This place made the list last year but now they have brunch!
32. Two Dots game. The one game I have on my phone.
33. Jergens original lotion. It’s like the OG of lotions but it’s classic and one of my favorites.
34. Going to the movies. This made the list last year but it’s still one of my favorite things to do.
35. Dining outside.
36. Getting massages. #Selfcare
37. Ginger beer. Seriously. Current faves: Goslings and Reed’s.
What are some of your favorite things?
Nice list. Chocolate chip cookies are my favorite. I never heard of the clue app, I’m going to have to check it out. I recently started following the August Sisters, their jewelry is really cool. Jeni’s is also one of my favorites. Basically, your list is awesome! Hope you’re having an awesome birthday!!