Moonflower Musings

A Life in Harmony Starts at Home

Mint and Mask

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This product came out in March, but I just discovered that lanolips makes a mint flavored 101 ointment (available at Ulta and Anthropologie) and it has been the BEST summer find!!

I don’t know about you, but with the scorching temperatures we have been experiencing and constant mask use (yes, I know masks are a little inconvenient… but still wear them!!! Please!!! It’s the least you can do as a human), I have been feeling less than fresh. This lip moisturizer (though you can truly use it anywhere) is just slightly minty and feels completely refreshing. I sometimes find mint scents to be too overpowering and that is definitely not the case here. Probably because this is a brand that focuses on being natural, and natural brands also tend to not overdo it with fragrance in my experience.

Mint in general is super cooling for these hot days, and heated times we are living in. It’s perfect for the summer, and also has a positive effect on helping with headaches. So if you are suffering from any (who isn’t these days), pick this up ASAP! Give this product a try, you won’t be disappointed!

Welcome Back!

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Hi Guys! It’s been a minute, but we are back!

I finally got around to planting my balcony this weekend (better late than never, right?). I am so excited to have three types of mint (above) and dill, sage, thyme and basil (below). Not only is it nice to look outside and see some green, I am also very happy about having my own personal supply of fresh herbs. I also appreciate having one less reason to go to the grocery store!

This summer definitely looks and feels different than any summer I have lived through before, but I am still determined to make the most of it! So, if I am going to have to cook at home a lot more than usual this summer, that means I am going to cook with the freshest cleanest ingredients possible! Also, since I won’t be traveling there is a much higher chance these plants will be consistently watered and survive the whole season (always look for the positive)!

Happy Monday everyone, and cheers to the start of a fresh new week!

Summer Crowns

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Silver Crystal – Gold Multicolored Gems

As I write this post, we still aren’t entirely sure when salons are going to re-open in Chicago. Instead of getting upset however, I view this an opportunity to get creative! I personally have been a fan of headbands for basically my whole life, and with my current hair situation I have been wearing one for every day lately.

Lele Sadoughi headbands (pictured above) are my absolute favorite because a) they are fabulous b) they are the most comfortable headband on the market. I personally like her styles with embellishment because it makes me feel like I am wearing a crown! However, she has at least 100+ styles to choose from in all different fabrics, styles and level of embellishment. These two denim styles are my go-to’s at the moment and I will be wearing them all summer! The silver and white crystal headband I actually picked up a couple of summers ago but I just found it is back on the Lele website! The multicolored gold jeweled headband was a gift I received for my birthday and I am obsessed with it! I am also convinced it goes with absolutely everything in my summer wardrobe so get ready to see it a lot!

Lele also makes great (super lightweight) earrings that go perfectly with her headbands but can also be worn alone. So instead of lamenting ragged ends and grown out highlights, put on a crown and feel fabulous!

* Also, I do want to acknowledge that these headbands are an investment and I have a tip: if you find a style you like, do a simple google search to determine all the locations where it is sold. Then keep an eye for sales at those sites. You are bound to find a good deal!

Enjoy the Beauty of Each New Day

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On Memorial Day this tree was filled with flowers. It was so pretty in fact, that I stopped for a moment to admire it. The flowers were attracting bees, and I felt a moment of peace witnessing nature in perfect harmony.

Yesterday morning, I woke up and the tree had lost half of its petals and it looked like it had snowed below its branches. Also, beautiful, but completely different than the day before.

Everyday is new and beautiful. I know I sometimes sound like a broken record, but there is nothing more important than appreciating the beauty of each day. No two days will ever be alike and we will never get our “yesterdays” back. Life is full of all kinds of moments: good, bad, scary, sad etc. So make sure to appreciate the moments that are beautiful, because those are moments of true joy. And who doesn’t want more of that?

Making Lemonade

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This adorable Thermos Cooler is described as a “lunch tote” that holds “12 cans.”

Sooo make of that what you will, but apparently there are people out there who are having way more fun at lunchtime than me!

We may not be allowed to step foot inside a restaurant for months, but park/patio/backyard hangs are on the rise. This would be the cutest way ever to transport snacks and drinks for outdoor socializing. I originally bought this as a b-day gift and my plan is to fill it with mini champagne bottles and the ingredients for a fun charcuterie platter. I also like the idea of filling it with either Summer Shandy or Lemon White Claw (pictured above) because I live for a theme.

That being said, the more I stare at it, the cuter it becomes (do you see those golden bronze tassels?!?!) and I might need to invest in one for my own summer outings. We might not have the summer we imagined, but we can certainly make the most of the summer we get!