10 Things for January

Dear Reader,

First, happy happy 2024!

Second, I want to say something about Winter.

We’re friends, so I’m going to be honest with you — Winter is my least favorite season. I’m an optimist, though, so I do my best to highlight the beauty within the blizzard. With that, here’s a nice thing I’ll say about about Winter: I love how it’s the season for hibernation.

In my mind, Winter is the time to stop and restore (whereas Spring is the time speed up and prepare, e.g. “spring cleaning”; Summer is the time for full force energy via abundant sunshine; and Fall is a time to harvest and store up for the Winter stop).

Maybe it’s this season, or maybe it’s just my personal season of life, but nothing feels quite as desirable as basking in agenda-free nothingness. Slow mornings with my daughter, absorbing the magic of this pregnancy, warm bathwater and plush sweatpants and my favorite baked banana bread

Although January seems like a dormant month, I’m actually in need of dormancy right now (especially after last month, filled with holiday bustle and travel, a move into a new home, a family affair with COVID, etc.).

Ironically, I write this as I pack for another trip to Florida in two days… after this, I swear, I have a deep intention to stay put.

In any event, I thought I’d share some things that are helping me cozy up this month (but also… a couple things I’m packing for Florida this week).

Wishing you a happy hibernation szn. <3

xx Megan


CURRENTLY

WATCHING: Green Bay Packers (pretending to like/understand football).

LISTEN: Separating Ourselves From the Ego

AROMA: Cannabis by Malin + Goetz

RECIPE: The Best Shredded Kale Salad


10 THINGS

WEARABLE

BEAUTY

  • Nerra sent me their cleansing ritual line, and all is great, but you know what’s exceptionally great? They're freaking dry oil. Always a bit skeptical about a mist application, but it absorbs beautifully and nourishes my skin. Also, the jasmine wood scent is heavenly light (and I’m v sensitive to smells).

  • After trying/loving a travel size of Oribe’s Alchemy duo, I decided to get the full sized shampoo and conditioner to prevent winter breakage (note: I have used/loved their Gold Lust line for years — just wanted to switch it up).

  • Always before bed: Goop’s fix and restore balm (on hands and feet). Just replenished — it’s a must for dry season.

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