the weekly r.e.p.o.r.t
what i'm reading, eating, playing, obsessing, recommending & treating
Back again with another weekly report! These are so fun to write, no overthinking, just me chatting like I would with a friend. That’s exactly the vibe I want these posts to have!
It’s MARCH, new month, new season, and the energy is changing. We see it in nature, we feel it in our bodies, and my seasonal depression is slowly vanishing. Here’s what I’ve been up to.
Reading
I recently finished The Wrong Daughter and I devoured it. Perfect turn pager, thrilly, plot twisty book. Been really into these kind of books. I love the feeling of being so engaged in the story I just wanna keep reading and get to the end. If you enjoy psychological suspense, dysfunctional family dynamics, and identity crisis, this one is for ya!
Currently reading Better Than The Movies and been feeling so giddy! I’ll give my thoughts once I’m finished, but it’s keeping me up smiling the whole time!
Next on my list: this one, this one and I’ve been dying to get my hands on this one.
Eating
My current go-to quick and easy snack (because we’re all about maximizing our time) is super simple, grab a bowl and mix:
sliced avocado, sliced cucumber, sliced tomato, sea salt, pepper, drizzled olive oil and a squeeze of lemon juice
This is what I’ve been eating before I have dinner or before I teach my afternoon/evening classes. It take me 3 min and leaves me really satisfied!
Playing
I love me some smooth jazz in the morning and/or evening. When I’m getting ready to teach I put this playlist on and it helps me slow down and enjoy what I’m doing in the moment. Skincare, makeup, showering, cooking, eating, etc. It’s my preferred white nose. Go listen!
Obsessing
I’m obsessed with these Louise Carmen notebooks. They’re like a leather- bound portfolio/journal you can take everywhere. Think of it as a customizable system where you can add different notebooks, journals, and even keep your pens/supplies (all in one place). They’ve been all over my FYP, and since I’m heading to Paris next weekend (!!!), I’m so excited to visit their brick and mortar store and create one in person. (CAN’T FCKING WAIT)
Recommending
Take a pause my love. I always remind myself that nothing truly thrives when I’m stressed or in a bad mood. And most of the time, that happens when I’m running on autopilot, rushing, and completely disconnected from my body. Next time you’re starting to feel that overwhelm take over you, put the phone down, drop your shoulders, make some head circles (release neck tension), and take 3 inhales, and 3 long exhales. Reconnect with your body!
Treating (myself to)
Y’allllll, I’m a purse/bag LOVER! Like, I’ve been obsessed since I was a teenager (just ask my mom!!!). I love treating myself to a good-quality, long-lasting piece, and I recently discovered this Korean brand called Marge Sherwood, they have the most beautiful leather bags. I ordered the brown baguette bag 🥖 My baby is on the way, and I’m already picturing the outfits hehe!
With love,
Zhei ✨