How about a few favorite things instead of a summary of this week. Let me tell you it’s been a week and a half. It’s Friday afternoon and I’m still in my pajamas yet to shower. I did get up and at them the rest of the week but…whew, this week was a bit of a tootsie pop-y week. Guess that’s a nice way to say it?
And it took more than 3 licks to get to the center (end) of it. I always enjoyed this commercial.
There is so much I’d like to say about this week and so much I don’t feel like sharing. Monday was J’s birthday, that was good. Tuesday through Thursday, I worked and that was okay. I did set off their alarm accidentally on Tuesday morning (Oops! Thankfully, I could quickly call and let the alarm company know it was an accident. Getting proper codes and the alarm turned off inside the building took a little longer.). Between some rough mornings at home and kind of tough (not terrible though) work days, by yesterday afternoon I felt pretty much emotionally depleted. Still kind of there if I’m honest.
Like I said earlier, instead of too many details, I’m just going to share a few favorite things that got me through the week.
Snacks and Drinks
So, I’ll just confess I’m a stress eater. Sugar? Okay. However, some days just call for CRUNCHING. And these are my latest favorites for that. They’re also a little salty but that’s okay as well. 
(By the way, I know I don’t talk about our other “football” team often but I hear Sporting KC is in the playoffs! Someday I’d like to get to one of their soccer games as I hear they’re quite fun)
I try not to indulge in soda or pop (my dad called it soda pop so don’t ask me) too often but this is definitely my all-time favorite. As a mostly Coca Cola fan, that’s saying something. Mango Pepsi for days when it’s just too warm out there for hot tea. And hey, it does have 1 percent of mango juice.
Aroma Therapy
My current favorite scents. I know I mentioned being taken with the cold brew Irish cream coffee at Starbucks. This candle is a cheaper way to get my thrill. 
And for the diffuser, here’s a rather odd scent for a summer lover to be a bit enamored with lately: 
It’s a very peaceful scent. Not sure how else to describe it. (Please forgive the blurry photo)
Self-Care
Not my favorite term but it fits for this category. Of the few, 21 for 21 items on my list from the beginning of the year, a skincare routine has actually somewhat lasted.
Maybe because I allowed myself to indulge in these Philosophy products. 
Today, I tried a sample of a clay mask which I’ve added to my list of full-sized products to buy. Thankfully, they last a long time. The sample sized set pictured was on sale so I went with it.
Shall We Just Howl? Or Cry?
At least as possible explanation for the week, I saw the full moon starting on Wednesday evening. And again as J and I walked around a local park late yesterday afternoon. Missed the eclipse though. Went to bed early last night and just couldn’t quite get out of bed this morning. I must’ve needed the sleep. 
A Theme Song For My Week? My Month?
Seriously, this week has just left me a bit burned out. Perhaps the whole month.
And of course, I just found out that we need to go get J sized for a tux for concert season. (My fault a bit as I forgot about it and sizing/money is all due on Monday) So much for pajama day.
*I should say that I did stop and find bits of gratitude that helped get me through this week as well: beautiful weather early in the week, time with those wonderful preschool kids that filled my heart, time with my own kids as well, open bathrooms at the park yesterday afternoon (always a gamble in November!), and amazing helpful co-workers. And a spot on verse in the Jesus Calling book this morning.
What kind of week have you had? Any favorite things helping you get through it?
Am sorry that you’ve had such a rough week, my friend, and hope that you’re feeling a bit more refreshed now and ready, willing, and able to take on whatever challenges lie ahead. I’m thinking of you and praying over you. I remember that old Tootsie-Pop commercial! Funny! “The world may never know!” LOL! Mango Pepsi!?!? I’ve never heard of that one! We don’t get the fun flavors down here. I remember being enthralled with Orange Pepsi a few years ago when I was in the city visiting Amanda. I really liked it. Brought a few cans of it home with me to enjoy! I have a feeling I would enjoy the snow day scent, too, but, you know me…winter over summer any day! LOL! (Sorry.) :/ Well, Jean, I’m thinking of you. If I don’t talk to you sooner, have a lovely Thanksgiving. I don’t think I’ll make it to the city this year. Without John I’m just not up to it. Then, again, who knows? I might start feeling like a caged cat and decide to go anyway. If I do I think I’ll leave my car at a friend’s in Harrisonville and have Amanda pick me up there. I’m really not up to driving through the city again right now. Anyway…Happy Thanksgiving and God bless!
Aw, thank you for your kind comment and prayers. I was just thinking of you this morning. Hope you have a nice Thanksgiving as well and that it’s a good one no matter how you decide to spend it. I’m sure it’s going to be tough going into the holiday season, my prayers are certainly with you and your family. It’s a beautiful Saturday with the sun shining here, hope the weather is as nice for you down there. Happy Saturday!