I’m definitely trying to buy products from small businesses or locally as much as possible.  My heart burns for business owners trying to navigate the current times, it feels like an unmanageable situation.  I’m trying to find a way or resource to bring smaller businesses into our attention – stay tuned on that.

As for now, being in quarantine makes everyday shopping a little challenging… Enter, Amazon.  All the items on this list are my recent purchases or items that I’ve repurchased & highly recommend.  I think you’ll like them!

10 Recent Amazon Prime Purchases

Mini 9in Stability Ball (here):

The ONE workout I’ve been consistent with the past few months is B the Method with Lia Barth.  She does a 60-minute workout on Instagram Live almost every day (here).  I was using toilet paper but finally switched to this cute pink stability ball & I honestly shouldn’t have waited so long.  My at-home gym is growing & I like it.  I can’t express how important it is to create a welcoming workout environment at home.

TerraSoul Organic Almond Flour (here):

I prefer ORGANIC almond flour because most almonds are sprayed w that nasty chemical glyphosate & I ain’t got time for that.  I create 1 million ways to worry about my health on my own, I can do without unnecessary concern.  It’s a challenge to find organic almond flour in a grocery store, so I buy mine on Amazon.  There’s an expiration date on these bags so you don’t have to worry about it sitting on a shelf forever.

Dickies Men’s All-Purpose Cushion Socks (here):

I don’t know if I have thick ankles & feet but I wanted socks that were loose & comfortable.  Like, my blood can still circulate.  I really love these, especially perfect if you’re trying to have a hot girl summer with your denim shorts, rolled socks, & sneakers.

Sprouted Pumpkin Seeds (here):

Pumpkin seeds have vitamins like zinc in them so I’ve been trying to eat more, this bag on Amazon is super huge.  Also, sprouted is easier to digest!

Joyful Dirt (here):

I’m trying anything to keep my plants alive & I read this ORGANIC fertilizer is the trick.  Currently, testing.

Silicone Smoothie Straws (here):

I use my glass water bottles for smoothies that I prep ahead of time & store in the fridge. I use these silicone straws to help slurp them down.  Your smoothies won’t be the same once you use these large straws.  They’re also great if you’re trying to drink more water, the wider straw allows you to drink more without working as hard.  I use the pink & purple straws while Wafiq uses the blue ones, as a way to mark our drinks.

Himalayan Lamp (here):

ooo!  A treat for you!  This is a cute little idea I had for ambient lighting & I love it so much I ordered a second one.  I leave it on in the bathroom when I’m taking a bath & there’s possibly nothing sweeter.  The rage around Himalayan salt lamps come from the possible health benefits.  “…the salt crystals and healing stones release ions into the air and can improve your mood, improve breathing, Reduce Stress, Increase energy level, Improve sleeping, Reduces asthma and allergy symptoms.” (via)

Restore Sinus Spray (here):

When I finish my Neti Pot flushing, I use this sinus spray to help nourish my nasal cavity.  Between the Neti Pot & this spray, I’ve been doing pretty good with my allergies this year.

Self Tanning Mit (here):

If you’ve been using the same at home tanning mit for years, time to order a new one.  I put this one in the washing machine too.

Soft Silicone Travel Bottles (here):

I ordered bulk hand sanitizer so I don’t waste small bottles & carry these. Consider this for any product in smaller bottles, order in bulk & separate them out yourself to reduce plastic waste!

Hopefully, you were able to find something new!  I don’t know about you, but sometimes the most thrilling part of my day is getting a package – I mean otherwise things are pretty repetitive over here.  I’m in the mindset now of trying to adapt & create an enjoyable normal.  Meaning, have fun without relying on instruction, guidelines or someone waving an ALL CLEAR flag.  Some of the control has to be put back on me 🙂

I hope you all have a great weekend & are staying healthy – both mentally & physically.

Love u

be thoughtful,

xx