Hey mates! Whew, I by no means thought how grateful I’d be to put in writing the phrases “hey mates” once more. It’s been a whirlwind few months for me, a lot in order that I’m going to bullet level the highlights/lowlights.

• First off, I moved to a cute little condominium in Lincoln Sq.!… as a result of Bre and I are not collectively. Breakups and transferring are in a class all their very own, and I don’t advocate them collectively, however I’m nonetheless right here, in order that’s a win.
• I’ve a brand new kitty (and nonetheless have Wylie)! Her identify is Junie B. Jones and I barely remorse naming her that, since she actually has some Caillou-like tendencies. Some merciless particular person dropped her out of a automobile window onto the road and was rescued. She is really a toddler, has shredded my monstera plant inside an inch of its life, and bullies me for meals to the purpose that I’ve to eat with a sprig bottle close by. And I’m obsessed together with her.
• My brother bought married in Jalisco, Mexico in the beginning of Might. There was a 30 particular person all-woman mariachi band at their marriage ceremony reception and that can eternally reside in my reminiscence. Whereas in Mexico, my aunt, my mom’s sister, unexpectedly fell in poor health and handed away. Might her reminiscence eternally be a blessing.
• I noticed Beyoncé in Houston at her present when her suspended-in-air automobile tipped wayyy to the facet. Insane! And, AND! I bought to see Pleasure! Actually, it’s been too lengthy, and subsequent time I’m bringing a much bigger suitcase and several other swimsuits.
• Highway tripped to Nashville with some mates over 4th of July weekend, and stopped at Buc-ee’s twice. Did I purchase the Buc-ee’s swimsuit? Sure. Do I’ve any regrets? Solely that I didn’t purchase two. Additionally don’t sleep on the bean, potato, and cheese burritos!!

Is that sufficient stuff? I believe I’ve caught you up appropriately. Between my life and the state of all the things, I’m usually overwhelmed to the purpose of panic. Financially, I receives a commission on Friday and am overdraft by Monday due to payments. I’m studying to lean on my circle of assist, they usually proceed to point out up for me in methods I by no means thought doable. I’m so grateful for the individuals in my life, together with y’all. I missed you a lot! I’m not crying, you’re! One lesson I’m frequently studying is: ahead is ahead, motion is motion. Crying is okay, disappointment is warranted, but it surely received’t be like this eternally. That is from me to me; Abby, it received’t be like this eternally. Internally, I’m selecting to consider that as a result of issues have been so tough, one thing unimaginable is on the opposite facet of this.

Let’s get into this Sunday!

• I don’t have phrases for the devastation, flooding, and disasters in Texas, however listed here are some methods you may assist. The Neighborhood Basis of the Texas Hill Nation has boots on the bottom aid and a flood aid fund. Kerrville People Competition has opened their grounds for refuge to anybody that wants it. Pleasure additionally has donated to International Empowerment Mission that can also be energetic in aid and rebuilding. In these occasions, I’m further grateful for group.

• Certainly one of my favourite artists, Maggie Rogers, casually found by Pharrell at NYU gave the graduation tackle at NYU’s Arts commencement. “Whenever you love one thing a lot, it may be terrifying to offer it your all… Artwork isn’t an business or a recreation; it’s a observe.” The Fact About Desires (Spotify, NYT Present Hyperlink)

• I’ve determined to reside out my 90’s dream clothes eventualities this summer season. It’s Docs sandals, skater attire, and denim on denim on denim all day. All DAY, son. (Nordstrom Rack, ASOS, YouTube)

• What’s the Slave to the Fourth of July? – by Frederick Douglass, as learn by his direct descendants, hits you in another way. (Instagram)

• Social media is a beast isn’t it? Having been round on the very starting of each type of social media, from Fb to TikTok, its transformation has been bizarre to expertise and watch. So a lot of my mates are forsaking social media due to its inherent toxicity. The affect it has is lengthy lasting, and tends to prey upon the susceptible, main you to consider what you see on-line is the reality and the one reality. I miss the times of sharing a blurry picture of meals and it being so thrilling, as a substitute of discovering Chicago’s latest hidden gem and it being the latest Barnes & Noble in Wicker Park. That feeling you’ve got if you see one thing posted on socials? That blasé, passive, ugh/cringe-type feeling – it’s referred to as “ennui.” Within the period of the unending scroll, it’s seemingly seeped into all the things.  (New Yorker Magazine)

• A little bit of shared pleasure – you realize I really like Taryn Delanie Smith, former Miss New York, greatest buddy in my head. She lately purchased an previous home in upstate New York, and is documenting her journey. It’s heartwarming, hilarious, and someway makes your chest ache fantastically. (Instagram)

• Inform me, if you undergo actually exhausting occasions, is feeding your self tremendous tough? I’m having a little bit of hassle remembering to eat at evening since my breakup, my urge for food transferring out once I moved out of my previous condominium. Belief that I’m working with my therapist and docs to ensure I’m okay, however being a human that features is tough! I stumbled upon an previous recipe of Pleasure’s that has been useful, the Spring Roll in a Bowl. It’s recent and vibrant, there’s a pleasant mixture of textures, and peanut sauce, which can by no means lead you mistaken. (Pleasure the Baker)

• I’d by no means assume to advocate this however having stayed there, the Margaritaville Lodge in Nashville was really a trip expertise. Now the restaurant? Can burn down. However the lodge was a dream! Would you ever keep there? Nashville hosts the biggest fireworks show within the nation (although, that’s in accordance with Nashville). My mates and I watched the present from the highest of a parking storage, Trolley Barns to be actual. It was good, away from the crowds, and felt quintessentially Nashville-esque.

• Daybreak, a espresso store in Nashville, had coconut chilly foam readily available, and now it’s all I take into consideration. This recipe appears easy sufficient to make each morning, casually. What I actually need to know is find out how to make the croissant like donuts from 5 Daughters. Associates, if it’s good to discuss an immaculate pastry at size, please hit me up. (How Candy Eats)

• You realize? Some days, my greatest is just a few. After which we nap, amen? (Instagram)

• On this episode of “Man, TikTok bought me once more!” listed here are these  I’m completely obsessive about these pens. The writing is smoother than clean, and it has somewhat curler ball on the pen clip and it makes for an unimaginable tiny fidget spinner. (Amazon)

• Catch me exterior with these Palomas in a glass bottle of Squirt all summer season lengthy or these Lavender Lemon Drop Martinis with my pinkie up. Simply must discover a kiddie pool to fill with ice. (Instagram, Pleasure the Baker)

• This simply to say, I purchased the Tomato Leaf candle that Amy really useful final week from Merz Apothecary down the road from my condominium. I’ve by no means felt nearer to Ina Garten in my life. Amy isn’t mistaken! (KOBO, Substack)