Late in the day snacking
Vol. 161: Happy dinner time
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Hi friendZ! What a weekend!!! From losing three icons to an assassination attempt, no one was busier than the media cycle. It’s late and already past “EOD” for many, so I’m keeping the intro short and sweet.
Whenever I randomly post links to items I love/am using on my Insta, I get a ton of response messaging asking more questions about that. I think that’s called “engagement” right? Well, in honor of Amazon Prime Day(s), I’m kicking off a section called ThingZ I Love so you too can buy and love all the things I do.
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Meta is ending the suspension of presidential candidate Donald Trump’s Facebook and Instagram accounts, an action put in place after Trump praised people who attacked the Capitol on January 6, 2021. Now, “The candidates for President of the United States will soon be formally nominated,” said Meta in a blog post. “In assessing our responsibility to allow political expression, we believe that the American people should be able to hear from the nominees for President on the same basis.” That said, “In the event that Mr. Trump posts further violating content, the content will be removed and he will be suspended for between one month and two years, depending on the severity of the violation,” added the post.
CBS announced premiere fall season premiere dates, kicking off with the season 47 premiere of “Survivor” on Wednesday, September 18 at 8p. “48 Hours” returns for season 37 on Saturday, September 21 at 9p, and “60 Minutes” is back for a 57th run on Sunday, September 22 at 7p, followed by a sneak peek at “Matlock,” which moves to Thursdays at 10p starting October 17. Also getting a special post-“60 Minutes” slot is “The Summit” on September 29, before moving to Wednesdays at 9:30 starting October 16.
The network’s official premiere week begins Monday, October 16 with season 22 of “NCIS” at 8p and the debut of “NCIS: Origins at 9p. “FBI” (season seven), “FBI: International” (season four) and “FBI: Most Wanted” (season six) return Tuesday, October 15, and “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage” debuts Thursday, October 17 at 8p, followed by the season four bow of “Ghosts,” “Matlock,” and the sophomore run of “Elsbeth.” “S.W.A.T.” (season eight), “Fire Country” (season three) and the second half of the 14th and final season of “Blue Bloods” fill Friday, October 18. The season seven premiere of “The Neighborhood” at 8p on Monday, October 21 is followed by the series premiere of “Poppa’s House,” and Sunday October 27 features the season two premiere of “Tracker” at 8:30p and the season five launch of “The Equalizer” at 9:30p.Shania Twain will host the second annual “People’s Choice Country Music Awards,” airing Thursday, September 26 at 8p on NBC. “Get ready for an unforgettable show with lots of big hair, glamour, rhinestones, hats, boots and incredible performances,” said Twain.
ThingZ I Love on AmaZon Prime
This Thinkbaby Sunscreen Stick SPF30 is really the easiest for applying onto the face and neck. It also saves you from having those post-lotion hands that I cannot stand. I love the brand’s gentle formula and non-irritating ingredients.
What can I say? I love (energy) balls. Frooze Balls are a current obsession of mine because they’re great for all three of us. This line of flavorful energy balls pack a punch with delicious freshly made spreads and jams and have no added cane sugar, are preservative free, gluten free, vegan, and kosher. I’m a big ingredient-reading nutso, so I’m thrilled when I find healthy options. They have different flavors, but I’m getting these guys!
Any and all-things Pura. I’m in love with this fragrance diffuser and scents! They’re also having a Christmas in July theme happening with some holiday vibes, but I’m a vanilla kind of gal so I’ll be sticking with stocking on up those types, like this one.
Very into Dropps dishwasher pods (though they also have laundry products) because they’re formulated without phosphates, chlorine, phthalates, dyes, preservatives, sulfates, or parabens. I get the unscented ones :)
TBH, I have no idea if this Anastasia Beverly Hills DIPBROW Gel is going to be on sale for Prime, but it’s in my cart so I’ll find out. I love how it sculpts and fills in at the same time. Win-win, baby!
I’ve been trying hard to cut any sugar intake but it’s super hard when you’re craving a little sweet after salty. I love these Justin’s Dark Chocolate Crispy Peanut Butter Cups (also almond butter). Also have NFC if they’re an Amazon Prime deal, but they’re in my card so we shall seeeeeee.
I’m just giving you all my fan favorites now, aren’t I? This Titan Cooler is a dream and dare I say better than competitors. Bells and whistles with this puppy and even comes with a light so you can see what’s in there if it’s dark. We bring it everywhere and couldn’t be happier! Comes in a smaller size too!
Pretty sure I can go on and on with what I’m loving these days, but I’ll put more into my next Substack - promise. The last flag is for the Magic Bullet Combo Blender. I use this daily and just today made the most insane dressing (see stories) using the little guy. They’re running a deal now pre-Amazon Prime Day!
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Girl, the chokehold that Frooze Balls have on me!! The PB&J is my newest obsession.