Runs on Coffee and Cream

It's been a minute since I did one of these. But as the weather warms up, my anxiety subsides, and we start going out more, I'm feeling inspired again. Inspired to write and share all the amazing and cute things I'm loving lately!

Greenhouses/Plants

I've always loved looking in the Garden Centres come spring and this year is no exception. It probably seems extra special this year because I avoided going to them the last 2 years. And now, Emma asks all the questions and wants to take home all the flowers. 

We've been to 3 greenhouses so far this year and we have a wish list of things we want to go back for once we can actually start planting. 

Emma wasn't sleeping here... just 'relaxing'. Clearly we tired her out shopping for plants.

Emma is obsessed with books. We started a library for her before she was even born and we've added a ton of books since. Within her collection of books, we've acquired some seasonal books. One of her absolute favourites is a Halloween flip book - Halloween is Here! So I thought it might be great to share some book recommendations in case other parents are looking for some non-candy Halloween gift ideas.

I'm not sure who decides what will become trendy each year but I'm not complaining about the trend I've been seeing everywhere lately: unicorns! I feel like I'm a kid again. I rocked unicorns and rainbows as an 80s and 90s kid. I collected the original My Little Ponies and thought rainbows were fantastic thanks to Care Bears.

Michaels Craft Store has been filling my unicorn love with planner stickers and washi tape. But I'm itching for more unicorn things...


Clockwise from top right:
1. Cute Shit Unicorn Pouch
2. Unicorn Snot
3. Fairyland Sticker Kit
4. Unicorn Tote
5. Magical Unicorn Boxed Note Cards

I foresee more unicorn things in my future since it makes my inner child incredibly happy! No wonder I have an obsession with glitter eyeshadow and nail polish.

xo Jen

Clockwise from top right:
1. Guava Pink Gold Hearts Nordic Mug
2. Oversized Teacup
3. Heart & Dots Mini Pillow
4. Kate Spade Roses bag
5. Coffee Love Tee

I have a few baking plans for this month that involve hearts and some chocolate recipes too. I'll be sure to share the finished pictures!

xo Jen

Let's be honest, I could easily go crazy buying all the Christmas decorations and ornaments that pop up every year in stores. I love the glittery, colourful, classic, pop culture, and adorable Christmas decor that shows up at all my favourite stores. So I have to practice self control and just buy a few things each year. And then allow myself a couple of things on clearance after Christmas. I think Adam's scared that in 10 years every square inch of our house will be decorated for Christmas.

To keep myself under control I've made a Christmas decor wish list that I can look at and admire and hopefully that'll be enough instead of running out to buy them.


Clockwise from top right:
1. Harry Potter ornament
2. Birch LED tree
3. Tent ornament
4. Decorative sisal tree in aqua
5. Buddy the Elf Snow Globe and magnets

Do you decorate a lot for the holidays? What's on your Christmas decor wish list?
xo Jen

Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them is out in theatres today and I'm so excited to go see it! I work all weekend but I'll be heading to the theatre early next week to squeeze in a Fantastic Beasts date. Every trailer released for this movie gives me goosebumps and makes my stomach flip in excitement. I cannot wait to travel back into this magical universe.

In celebration of the movie being released I shared my favourite Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them things, both clothing and books.

4. Shining Neko Stickers
5. 2017 Planner
6. Booklight

The lap desk and booklight would be amazing things to have at home right now and I may just have to buy them to make some daily tasks even easier.

Do you enjoy school supply shopping? Do you have an addiction to stationery like me?
xo Jen

It's been quite cold recently. We had to turn on our heat and I'm bundled in sweaters constantly. This is not me complaining though. I like snuggling, I like sweaters, and I like when the air is chilly. I'm finding myself wanting to nest at home right now and surround myself with cozy and comforting things. These are a few items I'd love to pick up.