Lately

Playing with TikTok filters. This one cracked me up. He is so cute!!

Pajamas// Fleece Robe// Reindeer Mug (under $20)

Have you all been enjoying your week? Can you believe we are only two weeks out from Thanksgiving? I really can't! Time is passing so quickly. I am trying to savor this season. 

This week, we got lucky with the weather, so I am making sure we are soaking it up with many long walks. It could be snowy and frigid now, so I'm very thankful for this! 

Today, my mom and I are headed back to the McCauley and Dean offices for her TriLift appointment and will probably stop somewhere afterward for lunch. I'm also getting together with some girlfriends I worked with at my first job after college. I haven't seen them in a while, so I am excited to get together! 

This weekend, we don't have any set-in-stone plans; everything is up in the air, but I'm perfectly OK with that. I will definitely find time to work, as it is busy around here! 

The time change has had me all messed up this week. I love this time of year, but I am all for *no* clock changes ever. Getting dark at 4:30 is not only a buzz-kill but also gives me so much less afternoon time to do my job. I like to shoot photos with natural light, and when the light is gone at 4:30, it affects me more than just having my body adjust to the time change! 

Cashmere Sweater (comes in 9 colors)// Jeans

Wearing: Each time I wear these jeans, I am always asked about them. I have shared them a bunch but sizes are limited. They're currently on sale for $60. I love them because they look so polished. There are no rips or distressing, and the wash is a nice dark blue. Are you following me on the LikeToKnowIt app?! You can shop all of my outfits, favorite finds, and more in the app. I am constantly updating it with the latest! You can also access all of my posts, here, if you don't use LTK!

Eating: I like this seasonal salad from Trader Joe's. It has the flavors of Thanksgiving but the dressing makes it feel bright and fresh. I normally toss the meat in TJ's pre-made salad because it can sometimes have a weird texture, but the turkey in this is actually pretty good. 

Sale: The Company Store (aka makers of the green blanket) is already having its Black Friday sale! You can get 25% off everything with code FRIYAY23, but some items are 40% off! The green blanket is on sale, and makes such a nice gift for anyone, but especially for grandparents, college students, and in-laws! 

Sale II: I love these placemats that are on sale. Beautiful if you are still looking for something to dress up your Thanksgiving table! 

Watching: I watched All The Light We Cannot See over the weekend, a 4-part series on Netflix based on the novel. It could have been better, especially with such a star-studded cast, a big budget, and well-known names on the production team like Mary McClagen and James Newton Howard. The book is one of the best things I've ever read, and I know many feel the same about the book. I never expected the series to be able to hold up to the book, but to me, the series felt even flatter than I was expecting. It felt like it was lacking all nuance. There also was not enough character development, and while the main character, Marie, was beautifully acted, I found Mark Ruffalo to feel out of place as Marie's father... It could just be me, but I kept thinking of Matty in 13 going on 30. I recommend watching the show, as it wasn't horrible, I was hoping for so much more. 

White Leather Tennis Shoes

Loving: This is a new-to-me sneaker brand, and I was sent these classic white sneakers to try out. I've been loving them so far. They are so well-made, high-quality, and beyond comfortable. I love the classic style of them and especially the rubber detail at the toe, which is both for function and fashion. They're under $150, too. I haven't had a chance to wear them to walk long distances yet (like travel), but so far, no blisters and pure comfort. I am really impressed, but I will report back to give my full stamp of approval once I travel with them! 

Wanting: I'm not a big lace gal, but I love this top! It's fabulous. You could wear it with jeans for a more casual dinner or pair it with a fabulous full skirt and heels to dress it up! Love this fair isle cardigan so much! This $30 printed puffer coat gives me Alice and Olivia vibes for way less. I love it! I love this shirt for my husband. I can never resist a beautiful tartan! These men's loafers are also gorgeous. Attractive shearling slippers under $75! 

Pittsburgh: Excited about the opening of Balvanera in the Strip! We made a res for an upcoming date night, and I am anxious to try it! They have one other location in NYC! 

Amazon Rec: My favorite Amazon athletic brand came out with fleece-lined yoga pants and I just ordered a pair! Perfect for walking Henry! You can find more of my Amazon favorites, here on my Amazon page where I am constantly updating it with all of my finds and top picks from home, beauty, fashion, and more!

Candle

Smelling: This is my latest favorite holiday candle. I'm pretty loyal to Nest, but this one is like a mix of the Nest Holiday and the Birchwood Pine, two of my favorites. I would highly recommend it. It fills a room so quickly, and even when it is not lit, you can smell it! You can get 25% off with code SYDNEY25. 

Traveling: My sister and I planned a little weekend sister getaway soon to visit DC! I haven't been since 2019! I used to go so often! I miss it! We will have such a fun time together. We have made a few res's but let me know if there is something I shouldn't miss (we've done most of the tourtisty/museum stuff, and we are looking to do more eating, relaxing, and shopping on this trip). 

Quoting: 'Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not; remember that what you now have was once among the things you only hoped for.' - Epicurus // See more of my favorites, here.