Despite two nights of being up with Sasha all through the night, I’d like to say it was a really good week. Nothing in particular happened, but mentally, I’ve felt good. I woke up feeling grateful, started using the five-minute journal and even managed to squeeze in a few 20-minute workouts in. It’s truly fascinating how a few little things can shift your perception and in turn, your day/month/life. I desperately needed that shift after feeling a little blah the weeks before that.

Below are some recipes I made this past week, an under $65 jacket that I had to get, a recipe notebook that I’m loving, the #1 question to get your kids talking about school and a few other links from the week:

This past week, I made two Half Baked Harvest recipes: my favorite 30 minute ramen and a healthier version of an Italian wedding soup. Both so incredibly satisfying, especially on a cold winter day. I love her recipes so much that I had to purchase her book. 

And to keep my recipes and meals in order, Meghan recommended this recipe planner notebook and I love it! Helps me plan out what meals I want to make and what ingredients I need to buy so much more than a regular piece of paper.

Is your fixed mind-set holding you back?

Grabbed this coat that Amy Jackson recommended and it’s 50% off. It’s not warm, but perfect for a breezy day when a heavy layer is not necessary. I bought it in a US size 6 and it’s a bit oversized, which I’m into.

The best vitamins to take during flu season.

Lulu & Georgia is having 20% off of all rugs with the code ‘RUGS20.’ Currently on the hunt for a new rug for our bedroom and eyeing this one and this one.

Been wearing these boots a lot more than I anticipated.

Grace has a fabulous post on winter date ideas in NYC. Definitely makes me want to plan a few nights out.

I need to try this salad out.

Happy so many of you love this fridge calendar too!

Whenever I pick up Nate from school, I always ask him “so, how was school today?” to which I get a “it was fine…” response. Here’s a great post on the #1 question to get your kids talking about it.

Erin Sousa wrote such a great post about how to get ahead financially. Why don’t they teach this stuff in school?

Um can I get a giant gift from Beyoncé?

First it was landlines, and now this is the next thing predicted to disappear by the time our kids grow up..

Price aside, I can assure you this hairbrush is more than just a regular hairbrush!

The 9 worst crimes against pizza, from kiwi to mayo.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Helena