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Journey Jots #87

By Rachel

published 07/27/2025

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Greetings! Welcome to this week’s Journey Jots #87 newsletter!

In this weekly recap, I’m sharing latest news from life and blog, thrifty decorating tips, 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 #87!

Journey Jots #87

Hello, guys! How are you? Can you believe we are already in the last week of July?! Crazy how fast time flies. Though, this time of year it’s constantly hot and buggy here, so, I am totally in the mood for fall. How’s the weather where you are??

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Life Lately

Late last week, the weather cooled down a bit and we were able to take Tilly for a walk on a wooded trail. It was SO pretty after a gentle rain! The trail went alongside a creek that, back in the day, used to hold Brook Trout. Isn’t that so neat?!

There was a neat bridge that we walked over and Tilly enjoyed taking in the view:) I do love her so.

The wildflowers are so pretty this time of year…the woods and roadside ditches are full of yellow, orange, purple, and pink!

And, finally, here is an adorable photo of miss Molly, happily swinging on her swing set. She loves to carry around her little fisher price people:) I cannot believe that she is over 2 now and starting an ECFE program in the fall already!

Weekly Shopping Finds- Favorite Finds Lately

If you have a dog with seasonal allergies, or know someone who does, these vet strength allergy relief chews are amazing. We just started Tilly on them last week and so far it’s really helping to control her (out of control) histamine levels!
This might be a weird thing to link but hubby and I are both obsessed with this peanut butter. It’s SO good and unlike any other kind I’ve ever had.
If you are looking for eco-friendly laundry soap, this brand is truly worth trying.
I SWEAR by Semaine Health. I’ve been using their period/pms capsules for almost 2 years now and thinking about starting the peri(menopause) relief capsules, as well. I don’t promote products that I don’t 100% believe in so, if you are a friend are needing some support in this area, check them out!
I recently mentioned this but we’ve had this air purifier for about a month now and truly love it. I’m less sneezy and don’t wake up so congested in the mornings now. Really worth the price, especially if you live close to other neighbors!

On the Blog-Journey Jots #87

This past Thursday, I shared a brand new blog post on 13 items that can easily be thrifted for low budget home decor. I share some thrifty tips and a list of 13 things that I always thrift for my home because, well, why not?!

As we near the end of July, your home might be in need of a little refresh. Might I suggest lemons?! Faux lemons can easily be found at craft stores and add a cheery summer vibe to any shelf. This post has a plethora of simple decorating ideas with lemons!

And, finally, if you are in the crafting mood, whip up some homemade potpourri in anticipation of fall! This potpourri recipe is SO easy and SO fragrant. I still have it in a Ziploc bag from last year and intend to pull it out again soon.

Coming Up on The Antiqued Journey

This coming week I’ll be sharing the monthly Thrifted Goodies! I’ve found some GOOD stuff…you have to see! Then, in a few weeks, come back for a roundup of some fall decor ideas.

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!

*IMPORTANT NOTE: I WILL BE ON VACATION THE WEEK OF AUGUST 4th- AUGUST 12th. DURING THOSE 2 WEEKS, I WILL NOT HAVE NEW POSTS. INSTEAD, LOOK FOR SOME UPDATED FALL CONTENT! THERE WILL ALSO NOT BE A NEW JOTS ON AUGUST 10th. WE’LL CATCH UP AFTER I RETURN FROM FLORIDA!*

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Inspiring Content from Around the Web

I stumbled across this YouTube channel the other night and am now OBSESSED with it. She makes miniature rooms and accessories to go in them…it’s beautifully relaxing.
My friend Lora styled her small back entryway for summer with ALL the bright colors and it’s just adorable.
Learn how to make a dried flower arrangement for low budget home decor!

Closing Tidbits for Journey Jots #87

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 give thanks to this day that’s never come before and will never come again.’

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