Treat Yo' Self: Tips and Tricks to Make It Through This Week

I have AP tests coming up for the next two weeks (and one of my tests is the very, very last AP test on Friday the 13th- yikes!!) so I've been spending a little more time studying and cooped up in coffee shops. I get a little jittery when I've been sitting for too long (AKA in class) so I've made a list of a couple things I do to treat myself for studying or doing homework for a long time. I've been trying to do one of these things every day and it just makes me so much happier and peppier and ready to get things done!! 

1. yoga class: I've been going to CorePower Yoga so much in the past couple of weeks that I got a black tag membership and it's seriously so amazing! My favorite classes are the Sculpt or the CorePower Yoga 3- they're set to really upbeat music and I get motivated to finish whatever work or studying I have to do after! If it's like a day where I just need to de-stress, I take the Restore or CorePower Yoga 1 class. Some yoga favorites: these yoga pants, the cutest yoga top, the best headband, and a super fun and glittery glass water bottle. 

2. plan: I. love. planning. And that's like an understatement. It makes me happy to organize all my plans and to see everything I have to do, and stickers are just so bright and cheerful. I'll probably do a planner post (or video) soon but in the meantime, here are some cute planners that are sure to brighten your day: 1, 2 (I have this one and love it), 3, 4. 

3. go to the beach: Obviously this isn't possible for everyone, but going out and staying in the sun for a couple of hours is the best! I recently went on a 'kini shopping spree in anticipation for all the beach days ahead! Here are some of the ones I ordered and can't wait to wear and some that I have pinned on a wishlist: 1, 2, 3, 4 (but in black), 5, 6, 7, 8. 

4. get a new skincare regime: I love trying out new skincare products, so when I'm in a rut, I try and change up my routine to see if something works better. I just bought this Tatcha cleanser at Sephora and it's the most amazing cleanser I've ever used- plus, it removes makeup too!! 

5. go hiking: There are so, so many trails by my house and some of them are really short hikes that take no longer than an hour! I'll text my friends to bring their dogs and we'll hike and grab food after! Plus, it gives you an excuse to order mac n' cheese. 

6. go grocery shopping: This definitely isn't for everyone, but one thing my friends and I love to do is go to Whole Foods or Sprouts to get snacks and whatnot! We'll try new cheeses (we love cheese) and slightly questionable vegan dupes of food (like vegan hot dogs- 0/10 recommend those). 

7. treat yo' self: Ok, who doesn't like online shopping in comfy PJs while snacking on chocolate covered acai berries? (except when you check your bank account and you have like $42.01 left in your checking account. then you probably wouldn't like online shopping) If I have something I want in mind, then I'll just order it online as opposed to shopping at the mall. I recently treated myself to new sunglasses, and they're super cute (even though I look like a bug in them). Or better yet, have a treat yo' self day (a la Parks & Rec)! 

 I hope you found some of these helpful!

xoxo,

Joanna

Lovely Links

Crossing #83 off of my 101 in 1001 days checklist! 

One// Nightly Routines of 15 Successful Women 
I loved this compilation of the nightly routines of successful women from different professional fields. I couldn't agree more with Blake Lively's mantra of having chocolate everyday and I love how Emma Roberts reads every night sans social media!

Two// Hottest Heads of State 
A list of all the presidents of the United States in order of hotness + pictures + funny captions. You're welcome, government junkies.

Three// Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray
I've never really tried dry shampoos enough to love them, but my hairstylist introduced me to Oribe's version a couple weeks ago and it's amazing. Since I'm usually pressed for time in the morning, dry shampoo saves valuable breakfast time (more time for waffles!).

Four// Two-Ingredient Ice Cream Bread
Yup. This is a thing. You can make a cake-y loaf of bread with just a pint of ice cream and some flour! The perfect excuse for having cake for breakfast!!

Five// @FrenchieButt
I love ending these posts with a link to something cute- preferably something pup-related, and Milo's Instagram is no exception! (plus he's also an alliteration addict!) Speaking of puppy Instagram accounts, I follow way too many. *cough Marnie cough*

Monday Punday (Party!)

Happy Monday (Punday)!! Over the summer, I threw a mini party for my golf team to kick off the season (my last one!) and I figured I would share the punny par-tee with y'all!! We had a very casual brunch in my backyard so everything was super light/conversation food. I hope you enjoy these pictures and the puns, I feel like I'm getting the swing (haha) of hosting parties now!  

Side note/Classic Joanna moment: I accidentally dropped the cake stand (yikes) so I pulled out a Christmas platter- never too late to start celebrating the holidays!

I monogrammed everyone's cups so it would be easy to find a seat. There's nothing more awkward at a brunch than having to find a seat last minute!!

pink & green and livin' the dream

 classic me not being able to pick a picture (seriously so indecisive) so here are a bunch of pictures of me 

 giggles! I have a bunch of all my teammates but they prefer to have the pictures of them on private Facebook albums/Instagrams

feelin' shady (hehe)

xoxo,

Joanna

101 in 1001

If I had a dollar for every time I said "I'm going to bucket list that!" but never do, I could do so, so many things (which would go on another never-going-to-happen list). 1001 days, 2.75 years, is a great compromise between keeping a running to do list with short term goals and making a bucket list. I'm so excited! 

With a little inspiration from Mackenzie Horan, I am starting my very own list of 101 things I plan to do in the next 1001 days. Some of these are big, like moving into a dorm or purchasing another car, and some of these are very small, like eat another lobster roll or buy flowers.

P.S.- Some goals will have links to blog posts, and others (like paying it forward, writing handwritten notes) will not!

Day Started: August 14, 2015

Day Ended: May 11, 2018

1. Read 50 new books. 
2. Put $20 into savings for every goal accomplished.
3. Go on a crazy roller coaster.
4. Throw a surprise party.
5. Visit 5 new states.
6. Take a calligraphy class.
7. Go to Martha's Vineyard.
8. Host a dinner party.
9. Ride a Vespa.
10. Go a full month without Starbucks.
11. Go on a picnic.
12. Attend a polo match.
13. Vote in every single election I possibly can when I turn 18.
14. Go to the Melrose flea market.
15. Give 5 "just because" gifts.
16. Run a 5k.
17. Try SoulCycle.
18. See a movie outdoors.
19. Invest in 10 things.
20. Take a surfing lesson.
21. Spend a day exploring Catalina Island.
22. Go swimming with belugas or dolphins or any sea mammal, really.
23. Start collecting coffee table books.
24. Go to a concert (or two).
25. Kiss under the mistletoe/in the rain.
26. Go boating in Vineyard Vines.
27. Spend an afternoon at a botanical garden.
28. Start a blog Instagram and keep it updated.
29. Travel to a new continent.
30. Plan a staycation.
31. Post 5 "how to" posts.
32. Inspire someone to blog!
33. See 15 new movies.
34. Send 25 handwritten notes. (not including thank you notes)
35. Try a juice cleanse.
36. Go unplugged for 24 hours.
37. Move into my dorm.
38. Get my license.
39. Purchase personalized stationary.
40. Try 12 new recipes (and blog about it!). 
41. Graduate high school.
42. Take my parents out for dinner.
43. Do yoga on the beach.
44. Invest in a handbag.
45. Drive down PCH with the windows down.
46. Go to a music festival.
47. Go to bed before 11pm for a month.
48. Embark on a fun trip with my friends.
49. Go vegan for a month.
50. Buy flowers #treatyoself
51. Peruse a farmer's market.
52. Watch the sunrise.
53. Take a yoga class every week for a month.
54. Have a no spend week and donate to a charitable cause.
55. Organize my laptop's hard drive.
56. Visit a new museum.
57. Help someone accomplish a goal.
58. Attend a regatta (bonus points if my brother is rowing).
59. Have breakfast in bed.
60. Make a life decision 100% based on what I want/what I think is best.
61. Have a spa day.
62. Meet a presidential/senatorial candidate.
63. Blog with a schedule for a month.
64. Get a DryBar blowout.
65. Make someone proud.
66. Get a pair of reading glasses I love.
67. Attend a ball/black tie event/charity gala.
68. Hike in a new location.
69. Take a skiing/snowboarding lesson.
70. Buy a car.
71. Host a brunch and make all the food.
72. Try 10 new restaurants in Orange County.
73. Do one thing completely out of my comfort zone.
74. Buy a party clutch!
75. Get my first big girl job. 
76. Pay it forward.
77. Find the right shade of red lipstick.
78. Discover a lavender field.
79. Eat another lobster roll from San Fransisco.
80. Play a full round of golf with my dad.
81. Learn how to ride a bike (and buy a bike!).
82. Buy a cashmere sweater in a fun color.
83. Paint my nails something other than pink.
84. Plant a vegetable garden.
85. Use my planner everyday for a month.
86. Make someone's day!
87. Send someone a care package.
88. Attend a professional athletic event.
89. Start a LinkedIn profile- and complete it.
90. Spend a day with my grandma.
91. Buy my mom something she wants, but wouldn't buy for herself.
92. Find a go to perfume.
93. Make pasta from scratch.
94. Let a friend know that I care about them.
95. Initiate something.
96. See a new Broadway show.
97. Build a snowman.
98. Update my resume.
99. Reconnect with an old friend.
100. Visit a lighthouse.
101. Learn how to pop a bottle of champagne.