Greetings! Welcome to this week’s Journey Jots #86 newsletter!
In this weekly recap, I’m sharing latest news from life and blog, thrifty summer decorating, mid-summer decor ideas, a selection of favorite shopping finds from the week, and an assemblage of encouraging content from other creators. Settle in and join me for Journey Jots #86!
Journey Jots #86
Hello, guys! How are you? How is your July going? Have you found anything neat thrifting lately?!
I love hearing from you and learning what’s new in your world. Let me know in the comments!
Life Lately
You guys!! We’ve been BLESSED with the most amazing, cooler weather the past few days!! It’s been in the low 50’s at night and only in the upper 60’s during the day. It feels like fall and I am HERE. FOR.IT!! It’s been SO hot and humid and I was beginning to loathe going outside because the second I stepped out, I would already be sweating.
This weather is SUCH a relief and it just feels SO good…I’ve got EVERY window in the house open letting the cool breeze come through! Hopefully you are getting some nice temps, too.
The above photo is of a bike trail near our house that we frequently ride on. Well, this day, we were trying to get across to the other side of the river and, due to all the recent rains, the trail was flooded! But, this pretty heron was standing on it, catching fish as they rode the water across the trail. What a smart bird!
Ummmmm hi, pretty teapot 🙂 If you saw a recent Instagram reel I posted last week, you may have seen this estate sale find!! I haven’t found ANY vintage copper in SO long…probably going on a year now. I used to be able to readily find it at thrift stores but not anymore!
Well, I was on my home from an errand last week and there was an estate sale sign at the four way stop, so I followed it and it brought me to this teapot for only $5.00!! Wahoo!
Last weekend, we went fishing for the day at our favorite state park. It was humid but the water was beautiful and we each caught a trout in the morning. After lunch, we went back out for a few more hours of fishing, or so we thought, but as soon as we got to the next pool, I started itching like crazy and breaking out in hives.
Turns out, there were a few tiny little spiders inside my sun shirt hood that were biting me!! We had to quickly walk back to the car to drive 30 minutes into town so we could get itch cream and a bottle of antihistamine pills. I was SO frustrated that we had to end the day so abruptly. Stupid, spiders!
We also took Tilly to the lake the other night for a pretty sunset walk. There is a trail that goes out to this neat sandbar and peninsula and we all waded around in the water for a while. It was super peaceful and Tilly loved it!
Finally, I’ve started my second paint by number of the year! This one is going to be pretty intense…it took me over an hour just to fill in half the number 1’s. Any guesses on what this one is going to be?! I’m hoping to have it finished by the end of September but we shall see.
Weekly Shopping Finds- Fun in the Sun
- We’re going to Florida in a few weeks and I needed some new water shoes for saltwater fishing. These lightweight water shoes are SO comfy and such a good price.
- Looking for quality, natural sunscreen? I think I’ve found it!
- These shorts are SO good. Lightweight, comfy, has zippered pockets, AND comes in so many colors!
- I’ve been encouraging myself to read more and got this book to read on the airplane. I’ve wanted to read it for a long time and I’m super excited about it!
- Sun shirts are a must for me when I’m out in the sun for long periods of time. Take care of your skin, guys…it’s the only skin you get!
On the Blog-Journey Jots #86
This past Thursday, I wrote a brand new post all about summer shelf decor using lemon accents! Here, I share all the many ways style vintage living room shelf decor for summer with a lemon twist using decor you already have on hand.
Looking for affordable home decor? Look no further than these thrifty decorating ideas for any room! Thrift stores yield the best selection of high-quality, beautiful decor pieces for such inexpensive prices.
And, finally, as we are in the middle of summer, maybe your patio needs a refresh! These simple tips might help you to create a backyard oasis on a budget.
Coming Up on The Antiqued Journey
This coming week I’ll be sharing 14 items to always buy secondhand for budget decor! Then, in a few weeks, come back for the monthly Thrifted Goodies!
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Inspiring Content from Around the Web
- Apartment Therapy recently came out with the ‘United States of Paint‘. Each state has their own unique color…isn’t that so cool?! Check it out and see the color for your state!
- If are an HSP like me, this article on how to stay soft during fast paced seasons might be super helpful.
- I really love listening to Indie Folk music while I’m working. This YouTube music station is amazing.
Closing Tidbits for Journey Jots #86
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 saw a washable rug with a vintage look in one of your posts. There was a link to amazon but it didn’t work and then overnight I lost the post. It looked perfect for my room and was inexpensive too. How can I find it? You talked about the softness too. Ugh! I have been looking for so long and it looked just right. It is not on the ltk site. Definitely you shared an Amazon link.
Hi, Debra!
Let me go back and take a look. I will send you an e-mail if I can find what I think you are talking about. Thanks so much!
Hi there! We had great luck on our last trip to the thrift store and at the Renningers Yard Sale last Saturday! Hope our luck holds out the rest of the summer! Enjoy those cool temps and get ready because it is HOT in FL! So sorry to hear about the spider bites! Have a great week!
Yay!! Happy for you!
OH…it’s back to hot here, too. I’m so ready for fall!!