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Journey Jots #82

By Rachel

published 06/08/2025

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Greetings! Welcome to this week’s Journey Jots #82 newsletter!

In this weekly recap, I’m sharing latest news from life and blog, a vintage shopping guide, thrifty summer decorating, a selection of summer essentials, and an assemblage of encouraging content from other creators. Settle in and join me for Journey Jots #82!

Journey Jots #82

Hello, guys! How are you? How was your week? Do you have any fun summer plans coming up??

Table of Contents

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Life Lately

Last weekend, we celebrated my niece Molly’s 2nd Birthday!! I don’t know if you’ve ever heard of the kids show ‘Ms Rachel’ but Molly LOVES it. So, that was the theme of the party!

It was a gorgeous day so we spent it outside in the yard, having a pool party of sorts. Her cousins were there so all of the littles played in the kiddie pool and water table.

The day was filled with great food, lots of laughs, and fun presents for Mols! I do love her so.

We also got in another long ride last weekend! We did about 40 miles early in the morning, before all of the smoky air from the Canadian wildfires came in. Somehow, here we are, going headstrong into the last few days before the long ride, which is this coming weekend! I’ll give you an update on how the ride was in the next Jots!

And, finally, June 1 would have been my Grandma Jean’s 95th birthday. She passed away in fall of 2008, my senior year of college.

I miss her every single day and always wonder how life would be if she was still here. I have needed SO much advice over the years that I know she would have had an answer to. She was the best grandma in the world.

And, at the same time, the anniversary of grandpa’s passing is this coming Saturday, the 14th of June. He passed away 4 years ago, though it seems like so much longer than that.

It gives me such peace knowing that they are together in heaven, watching over me and my family everyday. I have cardinals visit me frequently and I get goosebumps each time, knowing that it’s one of them…usually I think it’s grandma. Life can be big and scary sometimes and those quiet signs from above keep me going on the hardest of days, you know??

Weekly Shopping Finds- Summer Essentials

These are items and/or products that I use all the time during these warm summer months. Check them out!

Due to Patagonia’s sustainability practices, this ball cap is my go-to on hot days. I just braid my hair, put on a hat, and I’m good to go!
I LOVE iced tea in the summer. I brew it, add a bunch of honey, and usually mix it with sparkling water. It’s a refreshing drink.
These are my favorite pony tail binders. The neutral colors go with everything and they don’t get stuck in my hair!
I cannot walk outside in the sun without sunglasses! These sunnies are super affordable, cute colors, and are polarized.
My beloved Stanley straw mug keeps my water ice cold all day. Perfect for iced coffee or iced tea, too!

On the Blog-Journey Jots #82

This past Thursday, I shared a vintage shopping guide! This post was written in hopes to empower each of you to confidently find, and style, beautiful pre-loved items into your home! It’s full of my tips, tricks, and resources to help you navigate your way to finding the perfect vintage gems.

And, for some thrifty summer decorating ideas, this post on home decorating ideas on a budget with thrift store items is filled to the brim with thrifty tips. When it comes to styling a home with thrifted finds for the summer season, the name of the game is doing so on a budget while still being able to create pleasing displays.

To do so, there are a handful of timeless, vintage items that I gravitate towards year after year. The best part about these items is that they can be found at the thrift store for just a few dollars! Find it all here.

Finally, if you are in need of some summer decorating ideas, you will find plenty in my blue and white vintage summer decorating post from last year! If you’re looking to add a touch of timeless, beach-y charm to your space, read on to learn about the budget-friendly nature and versatility of blue and white vintage decor!

Coming Up on The Antiqued Journey

This coming week I’ll be sharing an updated post from last summer about decorating the hutch for summer! Then, in a few weeks, come back for a small tour of my home all decorated for summer.

Also, if you have any specific topics or things you want me to cover, send me an e-mail! I’d be happy to oblige.

There is a ton of 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!

*NOTE: I’LL BE OUT OF TOWN THIS WEEKEND SO THERE WILL NOT BE A NEW JOTS ON SUNDAY! WE’LL CATCH UP THE FOLLOWING WEEK!*

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Inspiring Content from Around the Web

These easy summer table decorations on a budget are SO good! Creative, unique, and frugal. What else could you want?!
Need easy tips on healing stress? This self care routine can help your body go from chaos to calm.
Find a list of the best sustainable home decor brands.

Closing Tidbits for Journey Jots #82

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!

Mindful Living Tip of the Week: ‘I do not need to push away anxious thoughts, but, calmly notice them and watch them go. Like a river, they come and go, knowing they mean only to protect me.’

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