New year, new notes.
Happy 2025 friends!
This is the year I will be consistent! I don’t typically pick a word for the year but this year I am - consistency in all aspects of my life. I’ve been trying to write consistent newsletters for years but I’m hoping that making the switch to Substack will make it easier for me!
Each week I’ll send out a note with random things I’m loving, the best in shopping & Amazon, recipes I’m making and more. This Substack will remain free for now :)
At the end of the year I discovered Pistola Denim - a local boutique carries it and I love the fit and the price. I’ve acquired a few pairs and finally secured this pair that sold out. The comfort stretch is so forgiving but you want to size down!
My in-laws are taking our family on a Disney Cruise in 2 weeks! My daughters are over the moon excited and I’ve been trying to figure out outfits (themed dinners?! yes please). I’m not a Disney person so I’ve been doing a lot of research and planning. I ordered these ears for myself and a slew of other items. I’ll do a post next week with everything I’ve learned and the crowd sourced tips I’ve gathered.
After over-indulging basically the entire month of December, Dry January is happening in our house - until the 18th at least. I love relaxing with a glass of wine after the kids go to bed so I’ve been on the hunt for a THC seltzer to try. Any suggestions?
I’ve been sleeping horribly lately and these Batch CBD CBN gummies are the only thing that seems to help, I went through 2 bottles in 2024 and I take the extra strength.
My current hyper-fixation is my thinning hair. I just ordered Fatty15 after hearing about it from my hairdresser. I also started taking these collagen & biotin gummies and got this pre-wash hair oil. I always try to get mini sizes when testing out new hair products and find Sephora to have the best selection. I’ve been wanting to try Crown Affair for a while and got this travel set too.
Here is what I’m plotting to bring on our cruise:
Mickey lanyard, Target bag (I got this last year but here’s one on Poshmark and this one is similar), White Amazon dress (this is a WINNER, it’s pretty sheer so I ordered this slip to wear under), Black Hill House Nap Dress (LOVE the full length of this style), Mickey hat, Green Amazon dress (impressive quality for the price), Red Amazon dress, Green & blue Amazon set (this is adorable but runs big), Gingham Drop dress (I got this last year and it’s a favorite), Black rosette swimsuit (another Amazon winner), Black cut out swimsuit (I had this in teal last year and liked it so much I got it in black at the end of the summer), Green swim set, Pink Amazon dress, Target sandals (mesh slides, square flip flops, tan sandals), Navy blue gathered suit (I love this one, it’s so flattering), Amazon clear flip flops (look identical to a $200 pair), Amazon athletic dress (so flattering, I also got this one and love it), Blue J.Crew dress, Cat eye sunglasses, Mickey ears.
Meals on our menu
I accumulated three new cookbooks from the holiday season and am full of inspiration in the kitchen at the moment! Do yourself a favor and order What To Cook When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking - I’ve earmarked a dozen pages already. These 5 meals are all relatively quick and easy and I think my whole family will enjoy them!
Zuppa Toscana Soup (With fresh bread)
Saucy Sesame Beef Noodles (I’m serving with broccoli on the side)
Homemade Pizza with a side of Roasted Pepperoni Brussels Sprouts (Half Baked Harvest recipe from her new cookbook, but search on TikTok for lots of similar recipes).
I hope you have a good week and stay warm :)
I always love your updates Caitlin! As well as your meal plan/recipes!