Currently Loving November 2026 Part 2

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Yes, I know, last post was what I was currently loving, but here we are….another little post of things that I am loving.

 

1. Chelsea Art Galleries 

 

Love nothing more than wandering around galleries on a perfect picturesque fall day. So many different galleries that you just get to jump in to, look around, and leave. Some are better than others, but all interesting.

 

2. Natori Lace Boyshorts

 

I love love love these. Especially wearing them at night with a tee shirt for bed. Super comfortable, cute, and different. LOVE THEM.

 

3. Mammograms

 

Yearly mammogram, check! Always a little nerve-racking, especially when breast cancer runs in your family and you’ve had faulty exams…but all clear, thank god. CHECK.

 

4. Egg Banana Pancake

 

Literally my favorite breakfast. Just mix together 2 eggs, a banana, and fry it. Eat it with peanut butter and jelly and you will be even happier.

 

5. Roasted Broccoli with Whipped Tofu 

 

My BFF made this for me at some point in the last year, and it was one of the most memorable and delicious dishes I have eaten in a long time. I keep the recipe open on a tab on my computer in hopes to make it. You should too.

 

6. Myka Frozen Yogurt

 

I love the trend of greek natural yogurt. And nothing tastes better with it than baklava and pistachio cream. Hits the spot.

 

7. High Line Sculptures

 

How cool is this sculpture on the High Line? Hula Hoop? YES PLEASE.

 

8. Biking

 

We have been very fortunate to have had the most incredible fall weather in NYC. And nothing makes me happier than biking (on a bike path) in the glorious weather. Yes, I need a helmet, but I just went on the bike path…promise.

 

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Ok, there it is, more things that I am loving. Next time I do a currently loving it will be December!!! In the meantime, I will be back in a couple of days, don’t you worry. Until then, hope you are having a great week!

Currently Loving November 2026

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Ok, I know we just started the month of November, but I feel like November goes faster than any other month with Thanksgiving at the end….so here I am with my list of current things I am loving! Happy November

 

1. New York City Marathon

 

My favorite day of the year in NYC. By far. I cheered for 4 plus hours — for the elites, for the fast runners, for the slower runners. I am so happy that I was able to cheer for Susie (pictured) who is the biggest cheerleader I know, so to be able to cheer her on a mile 25 late in the day made me so happy. But honestly, everything about the NY marathon brings so much joy. You see people achieving their dreams, putting one foot in front of the other, and believing in themselves. I love it. More than any other day.

 

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Banana Pudding Shop

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Only in New York, can you find a store that ONLY sells Banana Pudding. Yup, just banana pudding. I read about Mozic, so decided to make a fun field trip in to Brooklyn for the reason of finding this banana pudding store.

 

Located in Williamsburg, this shop opened 7 weeks ago is family owned and operated. The couple that ran it were an Egyptian husband wife couple who wanted to hear how I learned about the store and what I thought about their products — loved talking with them, and even more, their product was incredible.

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Natori x Johnny Was

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A super fun new collaboration launched this past Monday  — Johnny Was and Natori! It is a fun, vibrant, intricate, exotic loungewear collaboration under the label Natori x Johnny Was. In a range of price points, each item displays Natori’s intricate detailing and luxury apparel with Johnny Was’s relaxed and bohemian sensibility. Everything is so gorgeous and I cannot wait to purchase one of the pajama sets. They scream pajama party!

 

 

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Pop-Up Florist Flower Arrangement Class

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One of my favorite things in the entire world is to take flower arrangement classes from different florists in the city. Each florist has their own vision and aesthetic and I love learning new techniques and trying out arrangements in different styles. One of my favorite NYC florists is Pop-Up florists. Kelsie, the owner, is truly a creative visionary who has a completely original and different spin on flowers than anyone I have ever seen. She is very structural, expressive, and eccentric. Last December, I had the privilege of taking a wreath making class with her in her work space (House of Three) and loved it so much that as soon as I saw a new workshop, I signed up immediately.

 

The room of House of Three is gorgeous. Each person was set up at a table with shears, her book, and a bucket of the most gorgeous flowers. Follow House of Three on instagram to see the different workshops and experiences you can have!

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Currently Loving October 2026

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Welp, here we are, almost the end of October. This month has been a whirlwind.  Here is what I am loving!

 

1. Goop Kitchen

 

Completely obsessed with Goop Kitchen — mainly because they put together textures and flavors in such a great and healthy way. And their salad dressings are unbelievable. I love. And this Brussel sprouts salad — TO DIE FOR.

 

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Hayward Field Magic

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Hayward Field is the track and field for the University of Oregon but it is known all over the world as it is a state of the art complex not just meant for collegiate athletes but international elite track and field athletes, too. Anyone in the running world knows of Hayward Field as it is where most of the Olympic Trial Track and Field events take place. It is also in my hometown of Eugene, Oregon, and therefore a historic building in the center of town.  I spent my childhood attending all types of events there — collegiate, international meets.

 

Every summer, I attend at least one event at Hayward. It is iconic. And so so so so much fun. It is unlike any place I have ever been.

 

Hayward’s original building was constructed in 1919. It was an old, dilapidated, nonfunctional, but fully quirky, charming and eccentric building. So since it had an international attendance, it was recreated and redesigned in 2020. Now, it is a state of the art, highly modern building. Less charming, but still iconic and ever so beautiful in that big weird looking building type of way.

 

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Big Dog Donuts and Deli

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I have been in my hometown for the past couple of days to spend time with my mama, which has been great, and this morning when she had some commitments, a friend of mine and I drove to the coast to go to a donut store. YUP, 60 miles (each way) to get donuts. I mean, also to see the gorgeous drive and even better the Pacific Ocean. The Oregon Coast is one of those magical places that is a hidden gem — so so beautiful and different and exquisite. So even though our goal was to get donuts, we got to spend a little time on the beautiful Oregon Dunes to make it even MORE magical and memorable. But these donuts, HOLY DELICIOUSNESS, beyond good. Big Dog Donuts and Deli (even love the name).

 

They serve breakfast and are known for all their different breakfast burritos and sandwiches, but even MORE famous for their donuts.

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Chicago Marathon 2026 Recap

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25th marathon in the books. Not my fastest by a long shot, but one that I will walk away with lots of lessons. It was hot. Beyond hot. Humid. Excruciating so. And mentally, I knew from the minute I entered the race that this was not going to be my day to run fast. But I didn’t give up — when I wanted to, when I easily could have taken the easy route and done so — but instead, I ran with my heart, ALL HEART, and completed the race.

 

As usual, I left early on Saturday morning for Chicago.

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Chickn Legs Shorts

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If you are a runner then you probably know about Chickn Legs shorts. And if you don’t know about it (or know of a runner in your family), then now is the time to get in the know about this company. Chicken Legs is a running apparel company started in 2018 in Miami by two runners. They are known for short, fun, comfortable, and affordable distance running shorts. Most of the designs are totally wacky and crazy, but when you run a lot, it is fun to mix things up.

Some of the fun and wacky varieties sold. And you should see their Halloween options!

 

These shorts are the perfect lightweight fabric, have soft interior liners so you don’t accidentally show anything, and great comfortable waistbands. Although I have never purchased my own (at $35 per shorts, I am wondering why I have never bought them before! You can’t beat the price!), over the weekend, I was gifted a pair from my sister-from-another-mister a special pair for the Chicago Marathon.

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NYTimes Peanut Butter Cookies

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Yes, I know, when I post a recipe, you can just go to the website that I post — which I am totally fine with — because I just want you to know that I LOVE THIS RECIPE AND THEY ARE AMAZING AND YOU NEED TO MAKE THEM RIGHT NOW. The best. Like hands down, the best peanut butter cookies I have ever ever tried and I am not sure how much is too much……but I made them yesterday, and I cannot stop eating them and all I want to do is eat them. NYTimes Salty Sweet Peanut Butter Sandies.

 

Ingredients:

 

simple ingredients.

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New Paris Tips

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So I have my usual Parisian haunts that I go to every single time I am there, but this time, I mixed things up a little and did a lot of different things. Here are some random places and things I loved last weekend!

 

1. Andy Warhol Exhibit

 

This exhibit is small and sweet, but loved every minute of it. And not too busy and you don’t need tickets far in advance. it is being shown until mid January so if you have the chance to go see before, highly recommend.

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Biologique Recherche BioKiss

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My favorite self-care treatment in Paris is to go to the Biologique Recherche headquarters in Paris (in the 8eme) and get a facial. It is always my absolute favorite — not only does it make your skin glow and feel super relaxing, but the products are hands down the best AND….drumroll….a fraction of the cost when in Paris. I love all their products, but right now, I am especially in to the Biokiss — An antioxidant-rich balm. It is rich, luxurious, moisturizing, and the best of the best. I bought it in June and replenished now and CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT IT.

 

First of all, even walking in to the spa feels like a destination, something special and extraordinary.

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Paris to Versailles (and back)

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Currently en route back from Paris to NYC (thank you plane wifi), and so much to write about….but first, have to share with you a run I did when in Paris — 20 miles. From Paris to Versailles and back. It was TOTALLY crazy, but so incredible and I am so so so happy that I did it. It took some more organization than I was used to because my cell service (especially the GPS) does not work so great. So I had to stare at a map for several hours to acquaint myself with the route. There were some points that were questionable (ie running over a freeway, or wondering if my cell phone batter was going to die, etc) but it was a highlight of my time and I would definitely recommend doing this.

 

I didn’t start taking pictures until I arrived at Versailles….kind of like a marathon….I never buy gear of the marathon until it is over. I didn’t want to take pictures of a failed route (and also needed to conserve my battery). So it was great when I arrived in Versailles and looked up and saw this space invader. Made me feel like I had won the lottery.

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Things to do Fall 2026 in NYC

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There are so many fun activities to do in NYC during the fall: apple pick, bike rides in Central Park, see the leaves change at Storm King, drink coffee while walking down the West Side Highway, walk along the Highline, etc…here are more specific / unique to 2026 that I would like to do this season.

 

1. See Much Ado About Nothing

 

In all my research, THIS is the play to go to this fall. I am so excited to see it! Just need to figure it out and get to it! This is a colorful, exuberant play with two major stars and strong London reviews. The Broadway production will open October 31st.

 

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Currently Loving September 2026

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And just like that…..here we are mind September. This month has been a blur with a lot going on, but still trying to find some joy in all the places. And here is what I am loving.

 

1. US Open 

 

Nothing compares to the US Open. NOTHING. Day sessions, night sessions. They are all my absolute favorite part of the city in September. Can’t get enough.

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Bandit Running

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So as someone who loves to run, and run a lot, I have experimented with all different running clothes. A shirt here, a short there, a sock somewhere else. And I always come back to the same (1) socks and (2) tops. Both are from Bandit Running. Only 6 years old, this running company is making a splash with its quality and variety in running clothes. Every runner in Central Park wears something of Bandit on their body — not just because it looks good (it is very monochromatic and nondescript) but because they are top quality and are the best of the best.

 

I own three different styles of this race top. I love it so much and do all my long runs and races in it. They have pockets, built in bras, simple comfortable, easy.

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Lil Luv Dog Wipes

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OK so we all know that dogs get DIRTY. Like, really really dirty. But I used to ignore it (ignorance is bliss) until my-go-to-for-most-everything became a new dog owner and told me about Lil Luv Dog Wipes. And now, I use them every day and am in disbelief that I didn’t use them before. It actually grosses me out that I didn’t use them in the past. These are not any dog wipes, these compostable wipes that smell insanely good, and are gentle to cleanse coats, paws, and faces without disrupting your dog’s natural skin balance. Sold.

 

Dirty dog likes to sit on me, sit on furniture, etc…and now I am ever so thankful I have wipes to make her paws and body clean. Thank goodness.

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Boarding School Drop Off x2

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So, this happened. Both kids are off to boarding school. Before I get too emotional (because all I have been doing is crying), I wanted to share the photos of the drop off. Oversharing, yes. But wanted to show you why I have been silent (packing, traveling, dropping off, more crying), here is what I have been up to.

 

 

The kids wanted to drive from Oregon to Ojai as it is less abrupt of an arrival, and they had a sh*t ton of stuff anyways. The halfway point was lucky in that it is in Northern CA where we got to stay with our best friends and have a home cooked meal and lots of laughs. Here is Tusia with some food that our host made. She is modern day Martha Stewart and everything she does is perfection.

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Currently Loving August 2026 Part 2

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End of August brings up a lot of feelings — the dread of the new season, saying goodbye to summer — all are so hard for me. Trying to live in the present and enjoying the NOW and the CURRENT soooooo…here is what I am loving right this very second.

 

1. Summer meals

 

Doesn’t this plate of food just scream SUMMER? Everything was perfect. Fresh. Delicious. Local. Amazing.

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Ice Cream Cake Hack

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I know I did this post several years ago, but for new readers AND old readers, I decided it needed to be shared again! An easy ice cream cake hack — so easy, it’s totally cheating but so delicious and fun to make. All you need is ice cream sandwiches, homemade whipping cream, chocolate syrup, and some type of topping like crushed Oreos. And voila, ice cream sandwich cakes.

 

You line a baking vessel with wax paper, and then put the first layer of ice cream sandwiches. I bought mini ones so they were easy to fit in and didn’t need to be cut.

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