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FRIDAY EVE FAVORITES – January Edition

Happy 2024! I am so thrilled for this brand new, fresh year. Let’s make it worthwhile shall we?

Here are a few favorites that helped get me through the last 365 days.

Trip to Vermont

I will do a whole separate post on our trip to Vermont this fall. It was absolutely life changing! I love every single thing about fall and Vermont, including this adorable book store! I could have spent a whole day here, but settled for an hour. The husband doesn’t read many books, but was super patient while I lived my best life amongst the pages.

Fuzzy Slippers with Arch Support

These sli ppers have turned me into the lady who wears houseshoes in public. I love the rubber sole of these that insure I can wear them inside and outside. They come in so many fun color options, and a fuzzy sole as well. When I come home every day, I hum along with Mr. Rogers in my head while I put my slippers on.

Triple Twist Gold Bracelet

This bracelet is a new favorite. It’s always on my left arm, along with her single sister. They can be found at Textured Threads inside The Collective or online here.

imPRESS Press-On Falsies Eyelash Clusters Wispy

Due to dry eyes, I had to stop getting eyelash extensions. Which was a grieving process for my laziness and a growth process for my lashes. Even with lash growing serum, I feel like it took forever. When I found these press on falsies that are pre-glued, I was hooked! They are SO easy to apply, they apply under your lashes rather than over….game changer for not weighing down your eyelid! I started with a whole kit that has the applicator as well, and now just order this refill pack (in the wispy). Even with my own lashes grown out, I still use them occasionally when I need more drama.

Twist Me Pretty Bag

I’m so glad I got suckered in by Instagram. This 6-in-1 bag, can be used to organize all of your small accessories – take it traveling, keep it in your bathroom, fill it full of hair accessories, your children’s items, your items, the options are endless! It’s a great gift for friends too!

Jennifer Miller, House of Colour

Not all Color Experts are the same….Jennifer offers such a gift in her knowledge and expertise! Prior to Jennifer opening House of Colour Lorena in the Waco Area, I drove out of town to get my colors done. I left wanting to know more about what my season looked like for me. When a friend introduced me to Jennifer, I booked an Advanced Color Session to dive into it a little deeper. It was an incredible experience! I never understood why certain colors washed me out or why. She even took the time to explain makeup colors. Once I wrapped my head around my color palette, I booked a Style Consultation with her. As she writes on her website, “Your clothes should be a reflection of your personality, honoring your lifestyle, preferences, and body architecture beautifully. You’ll learn the cuts of clothing, accessory scale, pattern type & scale, neckline, hem lengths and features in clothing that best suit you. This equips you to curate a beautiful wardrobe that suits YOU!” HIGHLY recommend booking a color appointment with Jennifer! My closet feels nicer to me now.

Triangle Makeup Puff

These little triangle makeup puffs are PERFECT for blending under-eye highlighter. The shape is great for getting in the corner of the eye, the other end is great for blending or softening a look.

The Murphy Shepherd Series (The Water Keeper, The Letter Keeper, & The Record Keeper)

This series is one of my all time favorites! It is exciting and heartwarming, I couldn’t put them down. All of Charles Martin’s books are great reads, another favorite is When Crickets Cry.

Celebrate with Babs: Holiday Recipes & Family Traditions

I love this grandmother, Babs. I am one of the masses who follow her tips and tricks on Instagram. I suspect she knows everything. Her new cook book is a delight. I like to pretend she is my grandmother too.

Garden of Life Olde World Icelandic Cod Liver Oil Liquid – Lemon Mint Flavor

I take so many vitamins a day, anything I can take in liquid form that doesn’t taste horrible is welcomed. The lemon-mint flavor of this guy is delightful. Fish oil to keep the joints moving and the skin/hair soft!

Youthing Strategies Face and Body Sesame Oil

My skin is so, so dry. I have a plethora of favorite remedies for this, so don’t be surprised when I share another next month. I feel like my skin tricks me, just when I think I’ve found the solution it changes up. So, the tricked became the tricker, and I started changing up my routine. Using this oil right after the shower (on dry skin) has helped a ton. I don’t want to state the obvious here, but it’s oily, maybe don’t use right before getting dressed for the day. Best to use at night!

Phil My Pharmacist Instagram

This guy is hilarious and SO knowledgeable! I love his explanations of how our body works, life hacks, tips, and links to help our bodies operate more like the machine they are!

Wishing you a smooth and sweet 2024 dear ones!

Brooke

January 11, 2024 by texturedsoul

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FRIDAY EVE FAVORITES – JULY EDITION

Summer is such a flirt. We think we are going to have all the time to do the things, while relaxing and living in the moment. Then June peaks and we realized we were duped again! And yet, I don’t ever want to be numb enough to lose hope that one day….summer will be chill. Until then, I still love it and enjoy every moment.

Finishing Touch Flawless Pedi Electronic Tool File and Callus Remover

This is a dream come true, a kryptonite to calluses. It’s safe and easy to use. Our feet are not cheese, so they aren’t meant to have graters used on them…ewwww. This electronic file and callus remover is gentle and effective. Friends, please throw your foot graters away! Unless you just love bandaids.

Prepara Herb Savor Pod 2.0

Waste herbs no more! This baby can triple the life of your fresh herbs. By 3 weeks! This container is designed to prolong the life of your fresh herbs, while being easy to use and fit into any fridge door. The advantage of the design is the clear windowed, hard shell which protects leaves from being crushed by other items in the fridge. You can see what’s inside, while letting them breath at optimum hydration levels. I use this for green onions as well.

It’s in the Cloud, OPI Nail Lacquer

I’ve had the same manicurist for 100 years now, we are basically family now. She is insanely talented at being a gentle therapist and at creating gorgeous nail art. The later gift is wasted on boring ol’ me. I love a classic nude nail or a pretty soft white. This is my current favorite white polish. I never expected one could trump Bubble Bath or Funny Bunny, until It’s in the Cloud came along.

Spinning 3-Tier Lazy Susan Caddy

I am late to the Lazy Susan game, I just feel like it’s mean to assume Susan’s are lazy. Not true. This guy has a base that is tall enough for hair products etc. It’s also pretty. Big points for that. Do I love that it’s is out on my counter? No. But I do love this is a system that I use, keeping the bathroom counter clean. Chad appreciates this as well. He is a fan of the Organized Susan.

Boho Floral Long Skirt

If you need a day to feel good about yourself and get lots of compliments, buy this skirt. I’ve never enjoyed wearing a skirt more. Or gotten more compliments. Gracious.

Vegan Verb Ghost Oil

Bambi brought this hair oil to the house and mentioned she loved it. The bottle was almost gone, so I knew she wasn’t exaggerating. (Our shared love language) We are both Oribe hair product snobs, but thought I’d give this one a shot for my daily hair treatment. It truly is weightless and not only smooths but softens like nothing else I’ve used. They say it locks in moisture and promotes radiant shine and they do not lie.

Wander Beauty Baggage Claim Eye Patches

I’ve dated a lot of eye patches and these are hands the one to marry. MVP. They aren’t the gel patches, which give me the creeps and fall off my face. These are a foiled paper material that hydrate and soothe like nothing I’ve ever used. If you don’t believe me, they are an Allure Best of Beauty Winner. “In a consumer study 100% of consumers said our gold under eye patches leave their delicate eye area more soothed and hydrated than before application. 93.8% said dark circles are less noticeable. Our soothing eye patches are the ideal gold eye patches for puffy eyes and eye mask for puffiness.”

Beach Towel Clips

Beach towel clips, close pins, quilt drying clips, whatever you use them for…finally! Simple, pretty, and hefty ones! I ordered these to hold the beach towel on my chair, my old Flamingo clips died and I wanted to replace them with something a little more subtle. Good quality.

FENTY BEAUTY by Rihanna Liquid Killawatt Fluid Freestyle Highlighter

Because I don’t love Rihanna’s attitude, I’ve never given her makeup a chance. Not even when Mason told me I “needed it”. I stumbled on this fluid freestyle highlighter and enjoy it. It’s not my fault, its just that good. I put it on cheek bones, tip of my nose, and right above my cupids bow. I use the HU$LA Baby 2.0 shade, a name that reflects my character well. In case you didn’t understand my hesitation, now you do.

I leave you with a recent podcast I loved…I adore Ann Lamott dearly while Kelly Corrigan makes me laugh and helps me feel more human with her honesty.

Wishing you all an amazing, relaxing summer.

Make it happen.

Brooke

July 6, 2022 by texturedsoul

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FRIDAY EVE FAVORITES – APRIL GUEST EDITION

Meet Cindy Baden! I’ve known Cindy for years and she is still one of my favorite friends to laugh with. Her impersonations are so hilarious, she could easily make one of the Queen’s Royal Guards chuckle. In the decade+ since we’ve been friends, I’ve never seen her look less than perfect. Just when her graceful beauty gets cruelly unfair, she balances it with her kind heart and sweet smile. I’ve never known another person who can put her own eyelash extensions on perfectly…seriously?! Cindy and her husband Jon have a precious family that she manages with love and ease, complete with a handsome teenage son and two beautiful daughters. She is a Realtor here in Waco, Texas and enjoys helping others, whether its finding them their next home or willingly sharing her beauty tips and secrets! Enjoy Cindy and her favorite things!

The Hot Mess Ice Roller

This is the best ice roller that I have ever had! There are so many benefits to ice rolling: reducing redness, inflammation, improving circulation and helping to drain your lymphatic system. I like to keep mine in the freezer, but this beauty feels cold even after sitting out all day. Love it!

Botianic Tree Face Wash

Botanic Tree Glycolic Face Wash is the prefect exfoliating cleanser that exfoliates WITHOUT that nasty gritty “apricot shell” feeling that we have all be told is the only way to exfoliate. Well, I’m here to tell you that this does it’s job, doesn’t damage my skin and smells amazing!

Supergoop Vitamin C + SPF Serum

Sunscreen is a MUST! Sun damage is not only dangerous, but it causes the appearance of aging and who in the world wants that?! I love this bran d for the whole family. I use their product “Play” everyday sunscreen for my kids. It feels good, goes on light and is water resistant. I also use their “Daily Dose Vitamin C + SPF Serum” every day. It feels hydrating on the skin and gives a nice glow for those no-makeup days. I also use it under my makeup as my primer. Glow, vitamin c, primer and most importantly SUN PROTECTION!

Backpack Purse

I love this bag more than I thought I would. Soft durable faux leather that is waterproof and looks great! It is large enough for my iPad, frees up my hand and has access that fits up against your back so that you know your belonging are safe!

Pura Smart Home Diffuser

I never knew that I needed this product until I got it! Controlled by your phone, long lasting with a variety of amazing scents to choose from! I personally can’t get enough of the Capri Blue Volcano fragrance. Give it a try!

Jo Malone Fragrance

I love that you can layer these fragrances to create your own signature scent. I personally love Peony & Blush Suede. New to their line is a solid scent palette (shown above) that is perfect for travel without the fear of liquid leaking in your favorite handbag.

Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask

Feels amazing! Light scent! Wake up with lips that are ready to face the day!

LCN Foot Balm

This is an amazing product and super easy to use! Apply it before bed or before you walk out of the house, WHENEVER, and let it do it’s job. Get those heels summer ready!

Drunk Elephant

I am a BIG fan of this brand, but if I had to tell you to start with one product, this would be it! Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum. Refine and resurface your skin while you sleep to achieve that radiant glow you were looking for! Quick tip: A little goes a long way!

Bytox: The Hangover Patch

Before you judge, let me say that weather you are a lightweight or a seasoned pro when it comes to your adult beverages, this is a LIFE SAVER! Put this bad boy on your bum before a night out and when you wake up to next morning your head will say THANK YOU! Quick Tip: we all know vitamins can have unique fragrance, slap it on, wash yours hands and move on! 😉

Mind Your Business Planner

“You are who you plan to be. Whether you’re a creator, creative, entrepreneur or student, this planner is designed to help you Mind Your Business. Set goals, track your habits and plan your months, weeks and days down to the last hour.”

How fun was that? The ice roller is the absolute BEST!! I always follow all of her recommendations on skin care, as long as Cindy promises I’ll look like her when I wake up. 🙂

Happy April Friends!

Brooke

April 8, 2022 by texturedsoul

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FRIDAY EVE FAVORITES – JANUARY EDITION

Remember me? I use to have a blog, write some words and occasionally share my favorite things? Football season happened, our last boy’s senior season. It was worth putting most extras joys on hold for this…

State Champion Offensive MVP. Just in case you hadn’t heard…we are kinda proud of him and his team.

Now on to FAVORITES!

The Five Minute Journal

I heard about this from Amy Grant when she was a guest on Jen Hatmaker’s podcast. She was talking about how it literally rewires your brain and I was hooked. It’s a daily journal, each page divided to answer a few questions in the morning and a few at night. I am not smart enough to understand HOW it works, but I’m here to tell you, it absolutely makes you think and live differently based on what you are thankful for and what you are striving for! I could not love it more.

Trish McEvoy Instant Eye Lift^® Undereye Treatment Concealer

If you are on Instagram or Tiktok, then you have recently been informed we are doing highlighter under the eyes wrong. I think it is dumb and rude to take this away from us. I still use my favorite, tried and true under eye highlighter under the corners of my eye (like they suggest), but started using this one under the whole dang eye to counteract the purple bags from under my eyes. A national makeup artist from Trish McEvoy is the one who taught me this. I crawled into Nordstroms and said, “Help me.”, so she did. After 4 months of using it daily, I think she is on to something. I really like it! Step 1 – this under the whole eye for purple bags. Step 2 – this highlighter under the corners as every single video on tiktok suggest.

Dishwasher Magnet Clean Dirty Sign

Sadly, there are only 3 people who live in this house full time now, and only two who load and unload the dishwasher. Yet, we never can remember if the dishes are clean or dirty, without a thorough inspection. I was ridiculed when this magnet was purchased, and yet it has been super handy. We depend on it in an unhealthy way now.

The Stranger in the Lifeboat by Mitch Albom

Everyone I know has been told that Mitch Albom is one of my Top 5 favorite authors. Some people I don’t even know have been told. I love his writing style and feel his stories deeply. I never want his books to end. His new one is just as amazing. When I first started it, I thought, “This is not how I want to read about Jesus, it’s not neat enough.” I like my Jesus stories with super clean lines. Then realized that most Jesus stories aren’t neat, the messy path being necessary to know Him more intimately. Friend, you need this book in your life.

Colleen Rothschild Intense Hydrating Mask

I finally joined the bandwagon and now fully buy this in bulk when there is a sale. This Colleen Rothchild Hydrating Mask is straight from heaven, maybe made with shed angel wings. I use it 4-5 times a week after all my other nightly skin care. Sleep in it and rinse it off the next morning. Your refreshed skin will thank you.

Gel Infused Memory Foam Queen Mattress

Family Cult Favorite. And Guest Cult Fav. All of the beds in this house have this mattress topper on them. It’s one way to get our boys to come home often. Just be careful, because their friends usually end up staying as well. (We get the 3″ memory foam.)

Vintage Ink Writech Rolling Ball Pens

I almost don’t want to tell you about these pens. I’m worried you all will buy them up and I’ll no longer have my favorite brown pen. Maybe we can make a deal? You all get the pack and send me the brown ones? I have a soft spot for writing utensils and this is by far my absolute favorite pen every made…how could it not be? Vintage colors? Yes please. (They also have the vintage colored highlighters….now you know all my secrets.)

Happy 2022 Friends!

Wishing you all love, light and health,

Brooke

January 20, 2022 by texturedsoul

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FRIDAY EVE FAVORITES…June Guest Edition

Meet my very first “Polly Pocket” friend, Shannon Senn Trammell, tiny enough to fit in my hip pocket. Shannon is a real life cowgirl – the prettiest that you’ll ever meet, inside and out. She is the hardest worker, always on a horse, pulling a trailer of horses or cows behind her enormous truck, rescuing farm animals (raccoons) and raising the most adorable family. Shannon is married to Toby, has the most precious son Case, and the funniest/spiciest daughter, Steely. She is the perfect blend of a Tomboy Fashionista, and one of the sweetest friends you could find. When I’m in search of something to wear, she is the gal who directs me. She has an account on the Like to Know It website/app where she shares her amazing finds weekly! Give her a follow here. I’m so thrilled to have her share some of her favorite finds this month!

CeraVe Hydrating Face Wash

Beauty products are huge for me. For a girl who damages her skin on the daily, I need a lot of help for my skin. My first go to is my CerAve facial cleanser. I have extremely dry skin and have seen a big difference since I switched to this brand many years back.

Circadia Moisturizer with SPF 37

I can’t live without is Circadia SPF 37 for every day moisturizer. Luckily you can purchase this locally (to Waco) through Brandy Draper at Birch.

Egyptian Magic All Purpose Skin Cream

My evening facial moisturizer is extremely hydrating for dry skin. I have used Egyptian Magic for many, many years. It is a very clean and super hydrating product.

Nutiva Organic Cold-Pressed Virgin Coconut Oil

After every shower/bath, I use this organic coconut oil before getting out. Since starting this, I have not bought lotion for almost 10 years.

Beautifive Lighted Makeup Mirror

As much as we travel, I have to have a mirror that is compact enough for suitcases but still has magnifying and led lights. I have gone through many and this one is by far my favorite.

NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer

Nars tinted moisturizer SPF 35 is by far my favorite go-to almost daily… I have very sensitive skin and this is safe. Being in wind, cold, sun and heat everyday having extra SPF on top of my moisturizer is amazing.

Tarte Shape Tape Concealer

Shape tape concealer is by far my second favorite product ever! For a mom, this is a God given gift because is sure hides the dark circles!

IT Cosmetics Lash Blowout Volumizing Mascara

I literally have 7 favorite mascaras but I narrowed down to just 2. Ha! My first favorite is IT Lash Blow Out. It gives such great volume.

Benefit Cosmetics Roller Lash Curling & Lifting Mascara

Benefit Roller Lash is a huge second place, it’s not as volumizing but gives great length to your lashes.

Framar Detangling Brush

Steely and I have naturally, thin, crappy, knotted hair….. how fun is that?! So, when the Wet brush came out I thought it was miracle until I found this new one on Amazon. We lose far less hair when tearing through our knots.

Rewined Rose Fragrance Candle

I am obsessed over this Rewined Candle in Rose, it smells heavenly!

Fragrance Sachet

These Kirkland Sachets are life savers to make small areas smell better (closets, vehicles, tractors…). I buy multiple, put them in freezer bags and pull out to exchange them. HEB is also selling these, so I’m stocked up!

St. Tropez Tanning Mousse