It’s our last episode before Christmas, and we spend some time lamenting our respective weather forecasts (that is to say: it’s not going to be anywhere close to cold). Also, Melanie shares her recent Paris Hilton fascination as well as an update on Caroline’s Christmas break.

As always, we wrap up with Five Favorites (it’s my turn this week). We hope y’all have the merriest Christmas!

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Show Notes:

– Dave Barnes

– Lenox Eternal

– Paris in Love

– The Real Story of Paris Hilton

- Aggies have a huge signing day

– Emily in Paris

– June’s Journey

– Essence Lash Princess mascara – $4.99

– Athleta Coaster Luxe sweatshirt

– Dave Barnes’ Christmas EP

– swivel armchair

– Oikos blended Greek yogurt in strawberry

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This past weekend Melanie went to a wedding and I went to an art exhibit, so clearly we are living Very Fancy Lives. Naturally we talk about All The Fanciness before I recap Alex’s Christmas choir concert (a 2021 highlight for me) and we discuss our thoughts on bowl season / the College Football Playoffs.

On top of all that, it’s Melanie’s turn for Five Favorites, which is always a delight.

Hope y’all enjoy!

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Show Notes:

– Beyond VanGogh

– Alex singing “Frosty the Snowman”

– college football bowl schedule

– Bo Nix to the transfer portal

– Zach Calzada to the transfer portal (this was announced right after we recorded)

– a better way to tie a robe

– Thin Optics

– Grace Valentine

– Stars Above flannel pjs

– Stars Above cozy chenille robe

– GAP men’s vintage soft hoodie

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There wasn’t as much college football this past weekend, but there was still plenty of real life to talk about, including how our dogs like to encourage us to take them for walks and what we’ve been watching lately.

Plus, Melanie shares an interesting theory re: a favorite vegetable, and it’s my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope y’all enjoy!

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Show Notes:

– Tortellini Soup with Italian Sausage and Kale

– Julian’s Pretzel Bread

– The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill

– Love Hard on Netflix

– The Great on Hulu (Melanie says this is not family friendly viewing)

– The Great British Baking Show on Netflix

– @houseinhabit on Instagram

– Athleta Whisper Featherless Parka

– NARS Liquid Blush

– Home Sweet Mahomes candle from Pickwick & Co.

– Kork-Ease Elsie ankle booties

– Mary’s Gone Crackers Super Seed Everything

– Melanie’s Advent devotional, Waiting on Wonder

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It was a football weekend for the ages (well, maybe not for the Bulldogs and the Aggies, but anyway), so naturally we share our thoughts on All The Games. We also recap our Thanksgiving weekends and discuss the unexpected delight I experienced while doing a little Black Friday shopping.

Of course there are some Side Eyes and I See Yous, and it’s Melanie’s turn for Five Favorites.

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Show Notes:

– Salt Fat Acid Heat buttermilk-marinated chicken (I cooked chicken breasts in the air fryer – three at a time for 20 minutes – on 390, flipped them, then cooked them for 10 more minutes before I used the meat thermometer to make sure the chicken was 180 degrees)

– the Egg Bowl “injury” Melanie mentions

– Michigan / Ohio State game

– Auburn / Alabama game

– Oklahoma / Oklahoma State game

– Texas A&M / LSU

– Coach O leaving his final press conference

– Lincoln Riley going to USC

– “Callin’ Baton Rouge” played at Bedlam because of Lincoln Riley to LSU rumors

– Pickwick & Co. Mahomes for the Holidays candle

– Zimasilk pillow case

– Lumineaux white strips

– Dr. Gross Extra Strength Daily Peel

– Twisted Pine Wreaths Modern Farmhouse Christmas wreath (and the Modern Christmas Hoop wreath too)

– Lindsay Letters Holiday Prints

– Melanie’s Advent devotional, Waiting on Wonder

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It’s no secret that Melanie and I share a love for Garth Brooks (remember: “every blessing is a curse, and every curse – is a blessing”), so we kick off this episode with a recap of the Garth show I saw at The Ryman this past weekend. We also talk about college football (of course) and the fact that Caroline is home for Thanksgiving.

On top of all that, we break down a movie that we both loved, and it’s my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope y’all have a wonderful Thanksgiving! We are super grateful for each one of you.

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Show Notes:

– Garth documentary: The Road I’m On

– Geist in Nashville

– David Allan Coe’s “You Never Even Called Me By My Name”

– “Backhome Ballers” on SNL

– Mike Leach gets the game ball

– King Richard

- Melanie’s new Advent devotional, Waiting for Wonder (available Friday, November 26th)

– OPI Turn Bright After Sunset

– Pilcro The Wanderer corduroy pants (be on the lookout for a Black Friday sale)

– Trader Joe’s Vegetable Masala burger

– Zippo refillable hand warmers

– R+Co Thickening Spray

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If you’re wondering if we talk in this episode about Mississippi State’s comeback win against the Auburn Tigers, you’d better believe we do – not to mention that we break down a big high school football milestone from this past weekend, and Melanie comes through with her side eyes and I see yous.

We also discuss an exciting new cracker option and Adele’s CBS special (this is going to be our topic for our last November Patreon episode, and we cannot wait). Plus, Melanie has Five Favorites this week.

Enjoy, everybody!

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Show Notes:

– “Note to Self” by Ben Rector

– SEC Shorts that made Melanie LOL even after a loss

– Mississippi State’s comeback against Auburn

– Mike Leach dancing in the locker room

– Trader Joe’s Trail Mix crackers

– Trader Joe’s Unexpected Cheddar

– Adele One Night Only

– Erin Moon’s Starting Drama in My Healthy Marriage playlist

– Advanced Clinicals Turmeric Face Oil

– Sheseido facial razor

– Jones Road Miracle Balm (Melanie uses bronze)

– Laneige Glowy Lip Balm

– Erika boots (get 25% off with code MELANIEBF25)

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– Storyworth (use this link for $10 off your first purchase)

– Hello Fresh (use code BIGBOO14 for up to 14 free meals and 3 free gifts)

– Best Fiends (download in the Apple App Store or on Google Play)