Welcome to Journey Jots #52!
In this weekly recap, I’ll share some of my most recent posts, latest news from life and blog, a selection of recent home decor finds that I love, and an assemblage of encouraging content from other creators. Settle in and join me for Journey Jots #52!
Journey Jots #52
Hello guys and happy Sunday!
Well, what a week it’s been. Last time we chatted was over a week ago already! If you read the last jots, you will probably remember that our uncle’s home was to be straight in the path of hurricane Milton. By some miracle, the eye of the storm shifted and their house, and surrounding area, was not hit nearly as hard as it would have been.
We are all SO thankful for that but also still feel so sad for so many others who lost their homes and businesses. Let’s continue to keep Florida in our hearts in the weeks and months ahead.
Before we dive in, what’s something good that’s happened in your life lately? I’d love to know in the comments!
Life Lately
We spent a 4 day weekend last week on the shores of Lake Superior with my family. The fall leaves were just stunning and the weather was beautiful!
Miss Molly had such fun looking at all the sights and playing on the rocky shore. She’s walking SO fast and babbling away!
Hubby and I fished for a few hours on Saturday morning. We had to hike, in the water, to get to the mouth of a river that flows into Lake Superior. Look at this! It looks like we are fishing in the ocean!
We are so thankful to have the largest fresh water lake in the world here in our state. What a gift!
We also went on a short hike in the pouring rain. We haven’t seen a lick of rain here for over two months so it was such a relief to see water falling from the sky!
And, the icing on the cake for the entire weekend was seeing the aurora borealis!!
You guys. This is something that’s been on my bucket list for SO LONG!
To the naked eye, the lights just looked white because it was a tad cloudy. But, through the lens of our iPhones, the sky LIT UP!!! It was incredible.
It still gives me goosebumps looking at these pictures. Can you imagine what it would have been like had it not been cloudy?! Just…so cool. I feel so grateful to have been able to see them in any form.
Weekly Shopping Finds- This and That
- We recently switched to using teak utensils in the kitchen. This 6 piece set is incredible!
- If you are in need of new garland for Christmas, this real touch Norfolk pine garland looks SO real.
- Dr. Bronner’s bar soap is my absolute fav for showering. My favorite scent is almond!
- I use these Affresh washing machine cleaner tablets once a month to keep the laundry machine smelling (and looking) fresh.
- The best eco laundry detergent sheets by Inso Green…I’ve been using these for about 6 months and will never go back!
- If you need more counter space or extra hanging storage in your kitchen, these hanging baskets are SO pretty.
- I recently purchased this blanket for our bed but it has now become Tilly’s…she’s obsessed with it:) It’s SO soft and is on sale!
On the Blog-Journey Jots #52
This past Thursday, I wrote a brand new post all about living mindfully through the premise of underconsumption. In it, you will find tips for living sustainably through being happy with what you have and only buying what you need.
If you are looking for a unique and delicious fall DIY, this potpourri with dried fruit may be just the thing! Follow along with this step by step tutorial on how to create your own potpourri using dried fruit.
Finally, seasonal decorating does not need to cost you an arm and a leg! In this post, find some of the best fall decor that you can find at the thrift store. You can decorate your home, in a beautiful way, for less!
Coming Up on The Antiqued Journey
This coming week I’ll be sharing a brand new fall DIY on how to create stamped leaf napkins. Then, in a few weeks, come back for the next Thrifted Goodies post.
Lots of super fun content coming your way. Be sure you are subscribed to my e-mail so you are the first to know about new posts and merchandise updates!
The Antiqued Journey Shop
I WROTE AN E-BOOK! My very first e-book, ‘An Introduction to: Antique and Vintage Home Decor’, is available for purchase and I couldn’t be more excited about it.
The e-book is a 32 page, downloadable PDF file that you will receive in your email upon purchase. In it, you will find tips for sourcing, pricing, and styling decor from milk glass to copper to linens. I do hope you check it out!
There is new TAJ merch in the shop section of my website. You will find super cute t-shirts, mugs, and even an iPhone case designed by yours truly.
Each purchase means the world to me and helps me to continue writing weekly content. Thank you for supporting my small business!
Fall Candles from The Antiqued Journey
Fall candles are ready and ready for purchase in the shop! These candles are made from all natural soy and contain cotton wicks. I hand pour each candle out of my kitchen.
There are four super cozy scents to choose from. As we begin to wind down the summer and welcome fall into our homes, a fall candle is the perfect thing…don’t you think?!
Inspiring Content from Around the Web
- Cindy has a great post on thrifting and vintage shopping in other states and why it it’s so different than what we’re used to.
- My friend Lora shares an amazing way to give new life to thrifted finds for fall!
- Find great tips and ideas on cozy kitchen decor for fall.
Closing Tidbits for Journey Jots #52
Thank you so much for being here and joining me! I love sharing a little bit of my daily life with you.
Have a lovely week ahead!
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I’m so glad to hear you all had a fabulous trip and that your uncles had no storm damage!! Molly is such a cutie! I love seeing pictures of fall leaves since that doesn’t happen here! We hope to go north next fall to enjoy those types of views! Hope you have the best week ever!
Thank you!! Yes…I adore when the leaves change color…it’s so pretty!