Thank you for following along to see what we’ve been READING, LOVING, PRACTICING, and COOKING! Whether it’s a new book, a wellness habit, or a favorite meal, we hope you find something here that inspires you.

Today’s edition is by Angela.

What I’m Reading

I just started The Book of Lost Names by Kristin Harmel and I can already tell it’s going to be deep. It is about a young girl who begins forging identity documents for Jewish children during World War II to help them flee to neutral Switzerland. I know this book is going to make me feel some deep emotions, but I am already too caught up in the storytelling and invested in the characters to stop now!

What I’m Loving

I’ve seen the ads for Jones Road Beauty clean skincare products, follow some influencers who use their products, and recently had a friend tell me about the products she loves, so I guess you can say I was influenced to try it for myself. For my first order I chose 2 of their bestsellers, the What The Foundation (in light) and Miracle Balm (in dusty rose). Jones Road Beauty markets as the “No Make-up Make-up” and I can’t think of a better way to describe it. I LOVE LOVE LOVE them! I don’t like to look like I’m wearing foundation, so no make-up make-up is my jam. The What The Foundation is a tinted moisturizer that goes on just like lotion. It has become my go-to foundation on a daily basis. It looks like I’m not wearing makeup, yet provides an even-tone to my skin. And the Miracle Balm adds a dewy glow to my cheeks and eyelids. They are both so easy to apply and make my morning routine so quick and simple.

What I’m Practicing

Daily celery juice….I’ve mentioned it many times over on social media if you haven’t already seen it. I did a straight 30-days of celery juice a few years back, and have had it off and on since then. Recently I started back on it daily because I really think it helps my skin. I’ve had a weird eczema outbreak over the last month or so, that prompted a dermatologist visit. She put me on a topical steroid for 2 weeks and that cleared it right up, but I don’t want to have to rely on the topical steroid or for it to come back. I truly believe it has something to do with my diet, but don’t know for certain. I love what daily celery juice did for my skin in the past, so I’m back on that kick again.

what i’m COOKING

When you have a kid with a severe nut allergy, you learn to stay away from certain products that are almost always made with nuts or have a risk of cross-contamination. Granola is one of those products. The Made Good brand has always been a reliable nut-free brand for granola products, however, it is not a low-price alternative. With a few simple ingredients, I can actually make our own granola for a fraction of the cost and I know it’s safe for my kids to eat! An added bonus is my kitchen smells SO good when I’m baking it!

Print Recipe

Homemade Granola

Ingredients

2 cups rolled oats
1/4 tsp salt
1/4-1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 cup coconut oil melted
1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
1/2 tsp vanilla

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix all ingredients in a bowl until oats are coated.
Press granola mixture on to prepared parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake for 24 minutes. About halfway, mix and re-press onto baking sheet.
Let cool completely before breaking into smaller pieces.
Store in air tight container for up to 2 weeks.

And that’s my four things for this week. Stay healthy!

Four Things: Mar 24 2025 Edition