Everything in my heart and in my cart + other things.

In My Heart -

Hey guys! Officially back in the saddle this week, which is depressing, but also the funny thing about breaks is how ready I am to get back to my rigid routines after a while. Between a combo of working from home and taking some PTO days, I was out of the office for just under 2 weeks, and I’ll say it was kind of nice to get dressed up and put on make up and just feel like a contributing member of society on Monday morning. I absolutely lived in these pull on trousers from Old Navy (I know, right?!) because all those cocktails and cookies over the holiday still have me feeling a little puffier than usual. I guess I really imbibed because 11 days later, I’m still not feeling like normal yet. Ha! Once a year though, you know? I’mma live.

I guess it’s probably a little late for resolutions content. I don’t really have that to share with you anyway, because all my goals are the boring kind. Money, health, whatnot. I guess if I have anything interesting, maybe it’s these two sentences I wrote down on a sticky note and put on the wall in my office to remind me:

Queen of Cringe

and

What happens if you try?

They’re related, I think, because they both require getting out of my comfort zone and putting myself out there. Fearlessly. I thrive on solid ground and seeking that security, I’ve been pretty stagnant for a few years. This year, if I want something different, or at least to move forward, I have to try things that might embarrass me. But what might happen if I try? I don’t know! It could be awesome!

Right before the holiday, I asked my boss about a new role. The conversation wasn’t particularly productive, and I left his office feeling embarrassed. But the more I sat on that thought, the more I started to feel good about it. I put myself out there, like barely, but still! The answer was a kindly subtle “no”, but also the answer is always “no” if you don’t ask.

I’ve seen a lot of content recently about having rejection goals and this feels particularly apt. Humans have this surprising ability to get used to dang near anything, and I wonder if rejection falls in line. Can I get used to the sting of rejection, so much so that it doesn’t sting at all? I wonder!

+Related and so so so encouraging.

And so, that’s where my head is at this January. It could be translated more efficiently into care less what people think and go for it, so that’s what I’m going to do.

What’s on your mind right now? I’d love to hear your plans and goals and dreams for the year. She’s a wide open space!

In My Cart -

I’m focusing all of my attention on being cozy this January and leaning into the hibernation vibes. It feels good to stay home and watch every season of Is it Cake?!!

+My perfect outfit: these leggings + this sweater + (if I must leave the house) this overcoat.

+Speaking of leaving the house: only in this!

+V into puzzles right now. The stripes on this one look like they will be a bish, but the end result is stunning!

+This book is on my wishlist.

+Feeling inspired to refresh my bedding. I like this throw, this chambray sheet set, and this matching chambray duvet cover.

+Kind of spendy, but I am fixated on this fair isle scarf from Anthro. Just a nice pop of color!

Other Things -

+Chugging through season 2 of The Crown. A rewatch that I am enjoying AS MUCH as the first time I watched it. I think this is my wintertime comfort show.

+Speaking of TV, I started watching Six Schizophrenic Brothers last night. It’s terrifying and sad and frankly fascinating.

+Okay, is AI qualified to tell us when we’re going to die now? I mean, I’ll at least ask it!

+I hope life will be a little kinder in 2025.

+This is fun! I got “discovery”