Sunday Scroll #97
What to pack, what to text, and what I wish I could tell my 22-year-old self
Good morning! How are you today? I hope you’re as content as Walter Ley, who I think has found his new calling: swimming in the lake. No one is as joyful as a black schnoodle dog-paddling in circles, living his best life. We don’t need much to be happy, do we?
Wherever you are, whether lounging on a beach chair under a big umbrella or nestled in your favorite chair in the crisp AC, I hope you’re enjoying a quiet morning. Ready for some reads?
The art of keeping in touch. The good news is: it’s easier than you think!
Headed to the farmer’s market? Everyone’s favorite internet grandma has five do’s and don’ts for us. I always forget tip #2!
Enoughness in practice: how a week of "No New Things” can be extraordinary and very ordinary. Adding this just for me. Because sometimes I click Add to Cart to feel “enoughness” when I have everything (and everyone!) I need.
A guide to emotional hygiene for overthinkers. I loved the framing here—because emotional hygiene is just as important as, you know, regular hygiene.
Notes to my younger self: to 22-year-old me from 52-year-old me. This made me tear up. ❤️
Traveling this summer? These 27 tips will help you solve nearly every travel problem! From packing, to staying comfy on long-haul flights, to bringing little things that’ll make your hotel room feel more like home.
Liz Gilbert on a key lesson from 12-step programs that can benefit anyone. If you find yourself checking out from life a little too much . . . you might find what Liz has to say useful here.
According to Vogue, these bags from the 2000s are *back*. Someone hold my Blockbuster card while I clutch my statement necklaces! What’s old is new again . . . again.
Speaking of more items from yesteryear: have you seen those IG Reels floating around about that 90s HGTV show, Decorating Cents? I cannot get enough of them. WHAT were we doing to our houses back then!? 🤣 Hot take: Decorating Cents walked so Hildi on Trading Spaces could run.
Good boy of the week: Remi, trying to find his lost frisbee. 🐶 Spoiler alert: I could watch Remi swim in his little life jacket all day.
First: Leesa Mattresses! I bought these for our lake house on a friend's recommendation, and guests literally text us about how amazing they are! We loved them so much we got them for our other house AND my mom (since it helped her back pain). Code EMILYLEY50 saves you $50 off on top of current sales. We got the Sapira Chill Hybrid Medium-Firm.
Other things I’m loving right now:
I’m living in these Keds! Classic, comfy, easy to clean. A perennial favorite for a reason!
These are my new favorite jean shorts. They’re midrise and hang BEAUTIFULLY. I love them!
Perfect summer earrings? Yep. Especially when you’re near a lake or the ocean.
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That’s all I’ve got for you today. Mix up a batch of iced tea or lemonade, run through a sprinkler or two, and I’ll meet you here again soon!
happy travels everyone! ✈️
I can’t wait for the simplified boot camp! Sounds so fun and helpful!!