I admittedly am high maintenance when traveling, taking more toiletries than the average woman so this bag won't be valuable to everyone but it has made traveling easier for me. I can work out of the bag rather than unpacking everything, taking up valuable bathroom counter real estate.

I recently received these hair clips and love them. They hold my hair well and I think they're pretty.

I purchased this top in black and white at a local boutique and then found it for half the price online. It's very lightweight and comfortable and I get compliments every time I where them. (I wear a lace cami underneath.)

This scale will arrive tomorrow so no personal experience with it but it was highly recommended by a youtuber I follow and for the price I figure I can't go wrong.

Love these!

And, finally....

my hair is a rat's nest when I wake up so I usually start over by washing it until I discovered this tool. Taking sections of my hair (beginning at the bottom and working up), I run this heated hair brush through it...fabulous!

whatsayyou - Just a couple of days ago I ordered some plastic claw clips - I have to replace the ones that I have because they always break eventually. I wish that I had seen your post earlier! I might still order those metal ones though.

Also, that shirt is really cute, but could you give us more information - perhaps the name of the vendor so we can search for it? Thanks.

Ooops, sorry terriks....here you go: Elapsy Womens V Neck Lace Crochet Shirts Bell Sleeve Button Down Casual Tunic Blouses Tops

@llitm the travel makeup bag you posted reminded me of my Stackers jewelry boxes. I use this one when I travel and at home.

I also have several of the mini boxes.

I knew I needed to upgrade my coffee making as, whenever I offered coffee or tea to anyone, they always said, Tea! So for my bday, DH bought me a cuisinart burr grinder. Most burr grinders are $$ but this one is at an accessible price, has a hopper, you set the grind easily, set the amount of coffee you want and just press the button.

Nicely and freshly ground coffee has definitely upped my coffee game.

Thanks DH!

@llitm regarding your hair in the mornings,have you tried using a satin pillowcase?

Allison, I wish I'd known about those boxes before purchasing mine from PB which is, sadly, only o.k.

TM, I do have silk pillowcases and was so surprised when they didn't produce miraculous results ;) ....no change at all. I suspect our low humidity may be at least one contributing factor. We were recently in a high humidity area and my hair was more manageable in the morning.

Some great things to check out. Already ordered the wood floor cleaner. We have also used Bona, but it has not been worked as one would expect.. Thank you for all the ideas!

https://www.vanicream.com/product/vanicream-daily-facial-moisturizer

This facial moisturizer. It's not 'brand' new, but I've been using since shortly after it's launch and I do like it. Very much. It's good for sensitive skin, of which I have and bonus, it does not irritate my eyes. Very few products can claim that with me. It's gentle and simple. It has FIVE ceramides if you can believe it. Also hyralonic acid. It does not have niacinamide, which for some people is a good thing as it can be irritating to some. Anyhow, for me, it plays nicely with make-up and with sunscreen. I have to re-launch into life again soon and have to remember how to put on make-up again, gah.

Annie, a burr grinder revolutionized my morning coffee too!

I know a few people who rave about vanicream. and they have some skin issues.

I keep meaning to check it out.

salonva, I like Vanicream's cream in the tub too. Just a little dab and rub onto dry skin on face or body. Good stuff. I wish I knew about it years ago...

@llitm - what is that top called so I can look for it.

@Annie Deighnaugh - I’ll be interested to hear how that grinder holds up. I had two of them that didn’t last much more than a year. I gave up on grinding after that. Still get compliments on my pre-ground coffee though.

Whatsayyou's blouse: : Elapsy Womens V Neck Lace Crochet Shirts Bell Sleeve Button Down Casual Tunic Blouses Tops

I am going to nominate my Lily Pulitzer dress, or as DH fairly calls it, The Nightgown.

I bought it for our vacations. I wanted something effortless for hot sunny days, but I wanted some coverage too, from the sun, and ... just because it is just better that way, trust me.

Here's what I like. It is a very lightweight material (you can wash it in a sink and hang to dry in a pinch) but not see through. Breathable but does not wrinkle. I like that it is fitted in the bodice, with a nice "V", and the cut fairly straight (i do not like full billowy dresses, esp maxis). I like that it has sleeves, about to the elbow. I like that it has no side slits; many summer dresses are coverups and have very high slits.

What I do not like is that it is so loud. DD2 said the pattern "looks like something a 5 yr old would pick out," though DD1 has some Lily stuff and is a tad more appreciative of the genre. It feels conspicuous to me, as LP patterns usually do, but because it is a maxi it is especially so. I get a *lot* of compliments on it (including 2 from total strangers) but I wonder if that is because it is so startling, one is compelled to stare, and then speaks out of politeness. ; )

With that, I would wear it every waking moment but for the opprobrium of my family, and I've been known to fall asleep in it. For your consideration, then, the Lily Pulitzer Palmetto Maxi:

That dress would be too hot for me. I do like some LP patterns, although I think some are too much. I have a LP tunic shirt that is coral/pink/white/black pattern. I wear it with cropped slim black pants to even out the pattern LOL.

I had a long seersucker dress that I wore a lot one summer in AZ. Coolest thing I had. Kept the heat of the sun off.

Thank you maire_caite!

I'll have to think about new products, but about 13 or so years ago DH got one for me and DIL for Mother's Day. Not sure the name of it, but same thing.

I am definitely going to check out the floor cleaner! Thank you!

I'm looking at the Squeaky cleaner and what exactly did you get? They have the large refill bottle, and a small spray bottle. Describe exactly what you bought and if you use the concentrate or the spray. :)

For fellow Lily Pulitzer lovers, I just discovered Gretchen Scott relatively recently- no doubt I am late to the table- my mother was the one who kept me up to date in all matters fashion. She has great prints and cute silhouettes.

https://www.gretchenscottdesigns.com/dresses/jersey-dresses

This will be my reward if I can take five pounds off before Independence Day.

More dresses! I bought a couple dresses from Hatley, I think 2-3 years ago, that I really like. I actually got stopped by a waiter and complimented on this dress the other night!

I had lunch this week with a group of 9 women and 2 were wearing Lily Pulitzer dresses and somehow I ended up sitting between them. I felt like a moth. One had a black and white print dress and the other had a blue, teal, pink and white dress. I wore a beige silk shell and black trousers. Talk about boring. They did their best to talk me into shopping for LP - I think about all I could handle would be a top -and then I'd wear it with boring, solid pants.

So I say ----More Power to You MTN!

I felt like a moth.

LOL Maire! I will say, it does kind of make one feel cheerful.

Zalco, that is very pretty! The palette is a little less "5 yo girl."

PS Zalco, I love love that brand ---- delving into their site right now. This dress is gorgeous

Oakley,

I bought "Squeaky Cleaner for Wood and Laminate Floors." The liquid is blue in a clear spray bottle, and it is $12.99 on the site named after a river. I actually just noticed that the bottle I received says, "Hardwood Floor Cleaner" on it, rather than "Wood and Laminate," (as I ordered), but I've used it on my laminate and it does an excellent job on both our HW and our laminate. I've since ordered the "Squeaky Cleaner for Hardwood Floors Ready to Use Refill" in a one-gallon container for $22.69, though I haven't yet received it.

It dawned on me today that I sure do have some great new products. Some of you may recall the floral garden shoes I ordered from Amazon. So comfy and I even did a few errands while wearing them.

And these are the houseshoes I ordered from Am also. The soles are perfectly cushioned and they're quiet as a mouse when I walk in them. Can be worn outside but that's when I put the other pink pair on. :)

Actually, these are the most comfortable houseshoes I've ever bought. Mine are hot pink.

5,683 4.5 Star rating. landeer Memory Foam Slippers Couple Style Men's and Women's House Casual Shoes

Oh my gosh. I'm a total moth.

Oakley can you possibly link your floral garden shoes ( or give the text to search for?)> They are perfection. thank you

World Market has these wonderful dishrags on sale, 3-pack for $3.

They remind me so much of the ones my Mema used to have. Very soft.

I tried this on, and will probably go back to get it. It’s very lightweight and a lovely color.

https://www.worldmarket.com/product/sage+green+linen+wrap.do?sortby=ourPicks

• Kloudi portable dehumidifer from amazon is my newest purchase and it’s perfect for what i need . i have a room that tends to get very musty and this works beautifully it only needs to run a day or two it reduces the musty smell and dampness . its small and easy to use and does its job . Also, a big fan of Gretchen Scott clothing i have often bought online but also in the store in Jupiter, FL love their colors and prints. Quality is good too.

I want to give a shout-out to Rent the Runway. Just used them for DD2. They are required to wear white dresses to graduation, with certain dress code rules.

We have already seen this movie for both girls, both middle school grad and HS. They are usually not dresses they'd otherwise use much. The service was easy to use and good value for us!

World Market has these wonderful dishrags on sale, 3-pack for $3.

That looks like a great deal. I could use another of their cotton smocks, so I'll order some of the cloths too.

I bought some from Anthropologie before Christmas when they were on sale. Took a couple months to get them. I really do like them. Can't have too many dish cloths! ;)

Anthropologie dish cloths

Two things we have bought recently. I used the soap scum cleaner today.

1 - Rejuvanate soap scum cleaner. I have a friend who uses the Rejuvanate products for wood floors. She loves them. So when I was looking for a way to get rid of soap scum, I saw this and decided immediately to try it from my friend's good experience. It says you can spray on and just rinse off, but I used my long-handled scrubby thingie - but I will be honest - I think you maybe could spray and rinse. It was that good! I ordered from Amazon. I haven't seen it local, but I haven't really looked.

soap scum remover

2 - Brigtech Ambience Solar Light Strand - a blogger I follow used these for her fire-pit area, which is a good ways from their house. We have a pergola over our patio seating area but the way it is situated, there was not a good way to hang strands of lights without using extension cords to get to an outlet. These are heavy duty, waterproof and have the little solar pad you can use on a stake in the ground or clip it to something. We have not installed ours yet, but the gal sent me pictures of hers at night so I could determine which ones to get. There are different shades of light and different shape bulbs. Can't wait to get these up! Again, ordered from Amazon.

outdoor solar lights

Love the Natori caftan the boys gave me for Mother's Day! After spending time working in the garden I want a quick shower and something comfortable to wear. The caftan is perfect for that!

I know this isn't very exciting and certainly not as pretty as the caftan.

But this is new to me. DH ordered this from the 'A' company to use on our patio. It's a collapsible hose and spray and we've been using if for a few months now. The sprayer is easy to use, has 8 different settings and has brass fittings. The hose is lightweight, expands up to 3x, retracts when empty and is easy to store. We ordered the 9' one which expands to 25' and it's been great to use on the patio. We keep ours in a pretty garden urn. Best part - it doesn't kink.

We've been using Sears, Craftsmen heavy duty, black rubber hoses for decades but they're heavy and you have to coil them to keep them neat.

https://smile.amazon.com/360Gadget-Expandable-Retractable-Collapsible-Lightweight/dp/B08TWYDZRQ/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=collapsible+hose+and+sprayer&qid=1624130065&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUE0Qk9QUjhTS0szMFcmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTEwMjcxMzkzTzdETExVUkxGTkQ1JmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA0OTY1NjYxSDNFRjM2QTlSQzQ5JndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

My DD found this on Etsy, and sent it to me as a gift … I got it today. :)

We love attending outdoor concerts, and you can take the base off and use a stake for the ground (came with it), if desired.

I can post the page, if anyone is interested.

Wow, Jinx, what a GREAT gift!

Maire Cate, I need new hoses, and your recommendation is perfect for all the right reasons!

A silly purchase, but so much better than leaning my ironing board against the wall and the laundry door still closes. $8 from A.

DH just bought the same hose that maire_cate linked in the 100' size so it would be easier for me to water things I planted a distance from the house. It's not fun dragging heavy hoses that distance and trying to drag them back and get them hidden. Well.....I like but am not in love with this new hose. The spray head is wonderful, very solid and lots of good spray options. It is light weight and easily hidden - almost coils itself like a black snake 😲. But it doesn't begin to reach 100' and it has an odd way of tugging at me while I'm watering - as if it wants to coil itself back up. It's quite an arm workout by the time I'm done!

I ordered these Swiffer mop pads awhile back and they are great!! They're so easy to use.

No more disposables.

FINALLY @pudgeder! I don't use swiffer products but I have a dustmop similar to a swiffer but with a larger head. Mine came with a microfiber cover and a terrycloth cover. Glad someone finally caught on!

Sorry to hear that DLM - our patio is so small that the 9' works and even when fully extended to the 25' it doesn't pull. I wonder if that's more a problem with the longer lengths.

maire_cate I'm sure the long length is at least part of the issue. One of those first world problems so I'm just counting watering as exercise !

Jinx, I stopped using dishrags about 15 years ago because they don't rinse well, so I switched to Handi Wipes. When I'm cleaning I don't have the patience to stand over the sink rinsing out a dishrag. I buy several packages at a time and they last forever, and rinse clean in seconds, unlike dish rags. Have you tried them?

I'm not a germaphobe but dishrags give me the creeps after they've been used. lol

Maire, I think that's the hose DH bought for the greenhouse and it's nice.

This is the one I use for my flowerbeds This is the third year I've had it and not one kink and when I turn around the hose does the same without me having to adjust it. With this heat and no kinks, it's amazing.