PopSugar Must Have August 2017

We are midway through August and that means it's almost time to celebrate! Why? Well, August is special for a couple of reasons...not only my birthday but also PopSugar Must Have's birthday! That's right! PopSugar Must Have Turns FIVE years old this month!

So, how are we celebrating this month? Take a look below!

This month's box was filled with lots of fun birthday goodies and the color scheme was in a pink fashion! So cute!

#1 First Aid Beauty - 5 in 1 Bouncy Mask
This 10 minute mask will leave your face feeling clean and refreshed, perfect for a pre-birthday party pampering session!
Suggested Retail: $38.00

#2 Dogeared Friendship Bracelet with Small Open Heart
Who doesn't love an adorable friendship bracelet? This one reminds me of a grown-up version of a BFF bracelet from childhood! It's dainty, adorable, and would make a great gift for a special friend!
Suggested Retail: $34.00

Bonus Item: Shoptiques.com $25 gift card!

#3 Fringe Studio Free Spirit Journal (sponsored by Jeep)
Rose gold, pink polka dots, and gold edging are components that make up this chic journal by Fringe Studio. This item is also sponsored by Jeep and includes the link to a special sweepstakes for anyone to enter. Go check it out! 
Suggested Retail: $16.00

#4 Meri Meri Gold Glitter Candles
Is it possible for candles to get any cuter? I don't think so! How adorable are these gold glitter candles from Meri Meri?! Love them!
Suggested Retail: $7.50

#5 Goodie Girl Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Gluten and peanut free and so very yummy...these cookies are baked just the way I like them (with a little crunch)! I'll definitely be making a purchase of these soon!
Suggested Retail: $2.95

#6 Cheers Lacquered Tray
Personally, this is my favorite item from this box! This tray is perfect for a party or celebration and can even be used as a catch all! Love it!
Suggested Retail: $28.00


As an added part of the celebration fun, PopSugar Must Have is hosting several giveaways this month! Current subscribers as well as those who sign up this month are eligible to win!

Not yet a subscriber? No worries! Use code PARTY (expires 8/31) at checkout for $10 off your first Must Have Box!

The giveaways are as follows: 

• Week 1: Pehr Designs
• Week 2: First Aid Beauty  
• Week 3: Kendra Scott  
• Week 4: Tarte cosmetics  
• Week 5 (8/31): 5 Grand Prize winners - Cambridge Satchel Co + 1 year Must Have 

Sign up before the end of August to be included in this awesome giveaway!

Happy Birthday, PopSugar Must Have! Thanks for letting us celebrate with you!

Disclaimer: I received this PopSugar Must Have Box for purpose of this review. All opinions stated are my own.

Food Truck Invasion

Hello there and happy Thursday!

This week has been a great one thus far and I'm even more excited for the weekend as it includes time with friends!

On Monday, I was asked to help out in another area of oncology that I'm not as familiar with as the one I work in now. It was a great learning experience and I enjoyed seeing another side of what we all do to help our patients!

This week, the cafeteria at work has been out of service, so they lined up a bunch of local food trucks to serve us each day! Before you roll your eyes at me, please know that I live in a small town in Louisiana and the food truck phenomenon didn't hit us until literally within the past two years. Since that time, it seems as if EVERYONE has jumped on board the food truck bandwagon, and we had a variety of foods to choose from this week (from BBQ to Thai and everything in between)!

My week started off with Garden Path Groceries. They are known for having healthier food options and they were only going to be around on Monday, so I went with them.

This chicken salad sandwich was amazing, but I honestly should have ordered a salad bowl instead. Oh well....just means I'll need to go back!

On Tuesday, the food from the Rib Shack BBQ truck smelled SO good, we were willing to stand out in the rain to order it!

This truck had a really cool setup - their smoker is on the back of their truck inside of a cage so they can travel with it! I do believe this was one of the best pulled pork sandwiches I've ever had!

So far though, my favorite has been The Sloppy Taco. They were one of the first food trucks to make their way into my town and somehow, I'd never tried their food!

These tacos look sloppy because they are! I ordered the Al Pastor with pork and pineapples as well as the original Sloppy Taco with beef and shrimp. I also bought a few home for Jason to try and he is hooked, too!

Another favorite find this week was the Peppermint Mocha creamer! I was so excited to see it and snagged one of the last bottles! Now if fall would only hurry up and get here...

You know I can't write a post without mentioning my silly kid! Well, he decided he wanted to start playing peek-a-boo on his own this week....and this was the result. What, you don't smash your face in to hide your eyes when you play peek-a-boo?

 

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This week, we've also been attempting to catch up on season 6 of Once Upon A Time. We somehow got incredibly behind and only watched the first episode. As a fun build up to our cruise, we are trying to finish the entire season before we leave. We shall see if that happens or not!

Stay tuned for a look at all of the fun items inside the August PopSugar Must Have Box! It's their birthday month (and mine too), so I'm looking forward to celebrating with them!! :)

Have a great day!

PopSugar Must Have Box June 2017

This past month, PopSugar Must Have sent over their June 2017 box for me to test and review. The June box was centered around all things summer and fun in the sun!

I love how PopSugar picks a theme and centers the box's items around that theme.  Summer is such a fun time of year, so receiving a box in the mail full of fun summer items was such a blast! Beach, read, swim, waves, breeze, mermaids, palm trees....yes, please!

A few of my favorites from this box include:

Mini mustache shaped cookies by the Belgian Boys - these cookies were butter flavor and did NOT last long in my house! I shared with Brayden and he kept asking for "more"!

Suggested Retail: $0.99 Check out more Belgian Boys products here.

More, please!

So Rich cuticle oil by NCLA - the honeysuckle sent is not strong and really smells great. The cuticule oil also soaked in pretty fast and didn't leave my nails feeling slimy or oily.

Suggested Retail: $18.00 Check out more NCLA products here.

Billabong "Aloha" trucker hat - I've never owned a trucker hat, but I sure fell in love with this one! It was the first item I pulled out of this box and didn't put it down most of the weekend. The hat itself reminds me of my senior trip to Hawaii and I love the colors! Such fun!!

Suggested Retail: $17.95 Check out more Billabong products here.

Aloha collection mid-size ocean coco palms pouch - I can't wait to take this zip top splash proof pouch on our upcoming cruise! How cute is that pattern?!

Suggested Retail: $36.00 Check out more Aloha Collection products here.

Meri Meri party straws - I LOVE Meri Meri party products and this pack of light blue striped straws is super cute!
 
Suggested Retail: $5.95 Check out more Meri Meri products here.

Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino - this one speaks for itself! These beverages are a favorite of mine, so of course this drink was one of my favorite box items! Delicious!

Suggested Retail: $2.19 Check out more Starbucks Frappuccino products here.

Within an hour of receiving the June box, I was already enjoying several of these items at the pool!

Not mentioned above:

Captain Blankenship Mermaid Sea Salt Hair Spray - I mainly didn't mention this one above because I haven't had a chance to try it out yet.

Suggested Retail: $24.00

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid - This book didn't make my favorites list because it's not a book that appeals to me or my reading tastes.

Suggested Retail: $26.00

 That's all for June's box! Thanks so much, PopSugar!

Interested in receiving a PopSugar Must Have box of your own? Click here, then use use code SHOP5 for $5 off your first  Must Have Box!

Disclaimer: I was provided a PopSugar Must Have Box in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed are my own. 

PopSugar Must Have Box January 2017

The theme for January's PopSugar Must Have Box revolves around fresh, new, and healthy..."A Fresh Start"! I love the start of a new year - a clean slate, new goals and ambitions, and that's just what this box is about! 

My favorite is always the first glance - the anticipating and excitement of what's inside the box! This month's box did not disappoint!
 

#1: Goldfaden MD Fresh A Peel Multi Acid Resurfacing Peel

Taking the term fresh-faced literally, this supercharged peel removes dead skin cells and with continued use, skin may become softer and brighter. Check out more about this resurfacing peel from Goldfaden MD.

I've used this peel several times now and really like it! My face definitely feels fresh and smooth!
Retail Price: $85.00

#2 Sourcebooks, Inc. Instant Happy Notes

Who doesn't need a pick-me-up no wand again? A daily dose of happiness is just a note away.

Suggested Price: $8.99

These notes are such a great idea! Can anyone guess why I love the green one? Hint: It's a favorite line from a favorite show at one of my favorite places in the world! :)

#3 Manduka eQua Mat Towel in Playa

The perfect addition to any yoga class, this absorbent, quick-drying and slip-resistant towel is ready to hold you in place as you breathe deep. This soft, suede-like feel will cover your mat in style. 

Suggested Price:  $38.00

#4 Daily Concepts Your Hair Wrap Towel

With special microfibers, this towel helps reduce flyaways, cuts your blow-dry time, and wraps around your hair comfortably while staying put. 

Suggested Price: $18.00

#5 May Designs Desk Calendar & Notecard

Start each month off with a bit of beauty as you flip through this calendar filled with 12 hand-painted floral patterns.

These cards are so cute, too! Flip them over and cut along the dotted lines to turn each one into a notecard for a sweet note to a friend!

Suggested Price: $25.00

 #6 Dean & Deluca Peppermint Loose Leaf Tea

It's time to wind down and relax with this aromatic peppermint tea. The soothing menthol flavor and added digestive benefits will keep your days and nights calm and refreshing. 

Suggested Price: $10.75

Bonus Item: Glade N3 Free Coconut and Beach Woods Candle

This soy candle, part of a new line of multilayered home fragrances, will transform your space into a sweet and woodsy oasis. 

Suggested Price: $4.99

That's all for January's box! :) Thanks so much, PopSugar!

Disclaimer: I was provided a PopSugar Must Have Box in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.