Archives for January 2023

Melanie and I didn’t intend to sound like we’ve given up this week, but we do talk about the frustrating state of empty nest cooking as well as our ability to remember detailed song lyrics from the 80s while having absolutely no idea where the scissors are. Plus, Melanie shares about her weekend in College Station, and I may or may not recite a classic Amy Grant song like it’s a poem.

We also discuss what we’re looking for in the next fiction book we read (epic! sweeping! preferably in an air conditioned setting!), and it’s my turn for Five Favorites.

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Show Notes:

– king cake

– “Ain’t Goin’ Down ’til the Sun Comes Up”

– “Saved by Love”

– “The Gambler”

– Melanie’s sequined skirt

– Melanie’s denim skirt

– Melanie’s fancy Fraulein boots

– I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy

– Welcome to Wrexham on Hulu

– Spare by Prince Harry

– The Thursday Murder Club series

– The Water Keeper series

– Mike Wright commits to State

– Aerie Beyond sweater

– Cozy Up Everything pouch (these may be out of stock, but the matching tote bag is adorable too)

– Living Proof Full shampoo

– six-sided box cheese grater

– New Balance 327s in light indigo

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This week Melanie and I talk about how we’re navigating the lull between college football and college basketball season, and we discuss P’s newfound knowledge about face contouring and the Royal Family. Life comes at you fast.

I share about the writing progress I made over the weekend (will wonders never cease), Melanie has an update on her reading progress, and we also discuss some spring fashion trends that are on the way. Plus, it’s Mel’s turn for Five Favorites.

Hope y’all enjoy!

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Show Notes:

– A&M vs. South Carolina in MBB

– Melanie’s aesthetician, Niva

– face contouring

– Spare by Prince Harry

– Hello, Molly by Molly Shannon

– Helen in Birmingham

– parachute pants that are tempting

– shirt dress that’s a YES PLEASE

– Banana Republic silk shirt dress

– long shorts that are a no

– The Eyes of Tammy Faye

– Jennifer Coolidge’s Golden Globes acceptance speech (there is a White Lotus spoiler in her speech – just FYI if you haven’t watched season two yet)

– Mary Katherine Gallagher sketches from SNL

– Helen Madden, Licensed Joyoligist sketches from SNL

– PHYLIAN Sonic Electric Toothbrush

– Ascot & Hart graphic pullover sweatshirt (and matching joggers)

– Dr. Dennis Gross Blemish Solutions Clarifying Mask

– Aerie Lowrise Pintuck Skater Pants

– Wrangler men’s outdoor flex waist cargo pants

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On this episode Melanie and I talk about the college football National Championship, and one thing we for sure agree on is that Nick Saban is a delight and a joy as a commentator. We share some details from our respective weekends, and we spend a good bit of time breaking down my unwavering affection for Amy Grant (I have been in my feels about AG ever since I watched the Kennedy Center Honors a couple of weeks ago).

Also, Melanie updates us on what she’s been reading, and it’s my turn for Five Favorites.

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Big Boo 2022 Holiday Gift Guide

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Show Notes:

– 2023 College Football National Championship

– David Pollack talking about Georgia’s dominance

– “Of Grit and Glory”

– The Highwomen honor Amy Grant

– Bebe and Cece Winans honor Amy Grant

– “Jehovah” by Amy Grant

– “Open Arms” by Amy Grant

– I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy

– The Bodyguard by Katherine Center

– The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose

– Hello, Molly by Molly Shannon

– Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

– About Fate on Amazon Prime

– Cabot Triple Cream Vanilla Bean Greek yogurt

– Away Bigger carry-on

– Skinny Dipped Dark Chocolate and Peanut Butter almonds

– H&M shirt dress

– Peepers Take A Bow readers

– our Patreon Low-Level Goals episode

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We recorded later than usual this week because I’ve been out of town, and we were moving through a series of New Year-adjacent recaps (the latest with the Shankles, State’s bowl game, the playoff games, a few I See Yous) when Melanie saw some breaking news about A&M’s new offensive coordinator. To paraphrase Ross Gellar, it was a bit of a pivot because Melanie needed to do some serious real-time processing. As you will hear.

No worries, however. Melanie rallies to share her Five Favorites, and in the most exciting development ever, I share a new pot roast recipe I hope to try.

The year is full of possibilities. :-)

Enjoy, y’all!

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Show Notes:

– Georgia / Ohio State game

– Michigan / TCU

– State / Illinois in the Reliaquest Bowl

– Charley’s Steakhouse in Tampa

– National Anthem at Reliaquest Bowl

– Damar Hamlin

– Scott Van Pelt and Ryan Clark

– June’s Journey

– A&M’s new offensive coordinator

– pot roast recipe from TikTok

– Lilo’s Salad

– Bentoben phone case

– oversized half zip pullover

– Elevated craft cocktail shaker

– Cheese Gal on Instagram

– Trader Joe’s Super Seedy Cheese Snack Bites

– Free People Summer Daydream buttondown

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