Friday Things #483
1. Summer is just flying by! We are loving the long days with very loose bedtimes, slow mornings, lots of outside time, many rounds of mini golf golf, milkshakes, swim parties, park dates, fireworks, and that wonderful carefree feeling. I can’t believe school starts back up in a little over a month. Trying not to think about it!
2. There have been countless wiggly and lost teeth here over the last month or so. Isabelle lost one, then Dominic lost two within a week, then Joseph lost one (he hadn’t lost one in about two years!).
3. A few weeks ago, Dominic decided he wanted to learn how to tie shoes. He grabbed one of Joseph’s, sat down, I walked him through it step by step, and… he just GOT IT. He had maybe one or two moments of frustration, but kept doing it over and over; he was so proud of himself, and I was so proud of him!
4. If you are a fan of the Stanley tumblers, they are in the midst of a summer refresh drop with a couple of new colors; here are the options: 40-ounce in Orchid, 30-ounce in Orchid, 40-ounce in Alpine, and 40-ounce in Iris.
5. I’ve tried to be really cognizant of how much I can accomplish in short snippets of time and I am always left astonished about what I can get done! >> The Incredible Power of Focusing for 15 Minutes
6. I love this:
7. I need your best sock recommendations… I’m running low (they all get holes at the same time!) and don’t love any of the few that are left in my drawer right now (no show Saucony, thin ankle Adidas, thick ankle Puma, quarter length Bombas and another brand I don’t even know what they are)… do you have any you love? Looking mostly for ankle or no-show for the remainder of summer, then quarter or crew for fall/winter.
8. Hundreds of Golden Retrievers gathered in Scotland to celebrate the breed’s 155th birthday where they originated. A dream!! All those sweet faces 🤩
9. We finished the latest season of Jack Ryan (SO GOOD!) and currently watching the new episodes of Justified. What are you watching?
10. TGIF! Last week at Dominic’s clinic appointment, he (and Isabelle, who tagged along) got to meet another Golden! Such a sweet pup ❤️
Socks?
Darn Tough. Lifetime guarantee.
Favorite socks are Stance. They are exactly the same after dozens, hundreds of wears and washes. They are a bit pricy, but I look for them at Sierra Trading Post. Available online from Sierra too.
Bombas Socks! Love them, love them all! I wear the wool ones in the winter, compression at work, no show in the summer. Absolutely love them and they last!
And really, who doesn’t love a company who gives back and fully backs their product?
Regarding socks: Darn Tough! Some of them are wool blend and these are LIFE-CHANGING!! Also, some have cushioning and are heaven if you’re on your feet all day. They really last, too.
Socks Addict is a site where there are tons of brands, and they have sales occasionally.
Socks – try Wigwam socks!
For socks, I like the brand Feetures. I get their thinnest ankle sock (maybe called ultra thin?)They last well and offer some arch support.
I have tried all kinds of socks. My most fave, no slip/no show shocks are Lululemon. My fav compression, mid calf or cycling socks are Swiftwick.
Love the picture of the kids with the pup! Their eyes are just shining – and Dominic’s grin! 😍
Socks- I love Keds or Champion for thin summer no show/anklet type socks. Fall andwinter- smart wool, bomba, and REI brand are among my favorites…warm toes=happy toes. 😉
Huso socks on Amazon if you don’t mind colorful socks! I love them because they are padded on the bottoms and they do not ever slip down. I have been wearing them for years and they have the cute feature of being labeled R (right) and L (left) lol.
I have wide feet and wear a size 10 1/2 sneaker size so I get the X-Large size.
Love these Wernies for no show socks. They are thin but durable and stay snug.
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Also, have you watched Ted Lasso or Shrinking. Obsessed.
In response to your sock question — I LOVE Feetures Elite Max Cushion — plus they have a lifetime guarantee. They are all I own now LOVE THEM!
Darn Tough socks all the way!
I saw the story about the Goldies in Scotland and immediately thought of you – puppy hugs to your fur babies! And I still remember your Einstein fondly.
Regarding socks…I bought several sets of Gold Toe (fitting with your Goldies) several years ago. No holes in the toes yet, maybe a little wear at the lower portion of the heel where my sneaker mules rub a bit. I’m also not as active as you probably are, so there is that to consider.
I got my initial sets at Kohls, but they are also available on Amazon. Don’t know about styles as I wear the crew style, but I’m pretty sure I have seen them in other styles and colors.
I just bought a bunch of Feetures socks and love them! So comfy, especially the merino type. Darn Tough are also great. Both are pricier but with lifetime warranties it’s worth it.
You can’t go wrong with Darn Tough and Smartwool socks. Both brands are very well made and feel amazing. Darn Tough has a lifetime guarantee. Highly recommend both brands.
I bought some Old Navy socks on an impulse because they were right by the register, and I absolutely love them, they are super comfy and hold up well.
Balega Hidden Comfort No Show Tab are the most comfortable!!! Just saying…give them a try. I walk 5 miles every morning at Fort Lauderdale Beach…and I need comfort.
Drymax socks are the best!
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I always enjoy reading your Friday emails. This week’s inclusion of the article about the golden retrievers was especially interesting. I had not realized that goldens could be that light, almost white. Keep up the good work. 👏
Sweet picture of Dominic and Isabelle with the Golden. I find it so interesting that Golden retrievers seem to come in a taste variety of “golden” colors and well as coat type and head shape.The pup in the picture looks so different from your two …stockier with a different head shop and coat.
Any yet, they are all still in the Golden family. No wonder there seem to be so many variations in Golden Doodles.
I really like Ondo Socks. They are no show and actually stay up.
Michelle- Ollie loves my socks 3 years old spaniel occasionally steals a pair; as a result I have some mismatched pairs. I’m a fan of old navy socks I wear no show most of here in the land of 119 degrees todays high inPhoenix They sell a variety of socks different sizes too and some cute fun prints.
I’ve just started watching silent witness on BBC America & XUMO, TUBI started with season 13 they are 2 parts not just the regular procedural since the Pathologists are highly involved in solving the case. (Occasionally the realistic autopsies are a little much kind of like Bones & Greys Anatomy) variety of cases. We watch a lot of British shows via PBS an Acorn subscription and via these free apps(some commercials but not as many like regular tv).
Regarding your survey I have one request that I forgot to mention. For those of us who are in a small household would you consider some small batch recipes in particular deserts. I’ve been making Mike bakes nyc ‘s chocolate chip cookie bars and they’re perfect for us because they stay fresh delicious for a few days and there are just enough for 2. I’ve lost frozen cookie dough in freezer too many times these small batch recipes are terrific.
Enjoy the rest of your summer and thank you for your wonderful blog.
Regarding socks, I love my Champions invisible liner socks
Champion Women’s Invisible Liner (Pack of 6) https://a.co/d/bf4F687
I love Pacas no shows!
I love smartwool socks, both no show and crew, don’t slip off the foot, very comfy like a massage.
My husband loves Balega socks, no show, don’t slip off the foot.
Watching “Justified “. Like it so far. We sell a sock at the store I work called The world’s softest socks. They truly are. They come in all the different styles you mentioned and they wear really well. I have some I’ve had for 3 years. We sell a lot of them.
My favorite socks are Feetures! I love them, but they are a bit expensive. However, I don’t have to worry about losing the sock in my shoes when I’m walking, they’re super comfy and they don’t make my feet sweat! Hope you give them a try.
https://feetures.com/?msclkid=bc65b857c9901d4330c1dced58fdfc55
Darn Tough are the best sock and they are guaranteed for life. They are made in the USA and I personally have utilized the lifetime guarantee, it’s easy.
http://www.darntough.com
I love the Adidas no-show socks from Kohl’s. They also have that fun little arch support section in the middle.
Balega socks are my go-to! Hidden comfort no shows are great!
Smart wool socks are the best!!
Socks – I love BOMBAS! Enjoy your remaining days of summer!
Michelle,
I’ve followed your blog for years and enjoy your recipes and seeing your beautiful kiddos! I never comment but had to when I saw your sock request. I stumbled upon Pacas socks online a few years ago and am obsessed!
They are so soft and keep my feet from sweating or getting cold, I love them!!! I buy low cut and they are the only socks I like to wear anymore- around my house or in my sneakers!!! Enjoy the rest of your summer! 😊
Invisasox!! So good—-they never scrunch up or fall down!
Have a great weekend!!
#7: Darn Tough socks are comfy and super durable. You’ll get tired of these socks before they wear out!
https://darntough.com/
A bunch of golden retrievers gathered in Ligioner this week too. It sounds like they have been doing it for a few years now!!
https://www.wpxi.com/news/local/dozens-golden-retrievers-attend-annual-golden-gathering-ligonier/W22I46LAYFHA5BNPX6QD2NH2BM/?outputType=amp
Thorlo socks are wonderful, I am a childless by choice married 71 yr old and live at the gym doctors dentist always go before or after to gym so I have to have good socks. Thorlo are supportive but have never had the hole problem had mine for decades 17 miles a week so they get a real test drive.. I do have a front load washer maybe that is the reason wont own a regular washer. Your are an amazing Mom for todays world.
I’ve bought several pairs of Smartwool and really like them. I find if I buy a size up, in any brand, they are more comfortable, less “claustrophobic”. Btw, love the sweet pic of your kids; glad they’re enjoying their summer!
My favourite socks (for running) are Wright socks. I am watching the The Bear and love it!
Oh, my gosh, what a great post! Filled with smiles and good ideas! Please thank your wonderful children for allowing you to post their pictures. Their happy faces brighten my Friday mornings!
Socks! I know what you mean, but you probably do what I do—-but a bulk package so naturally they will all start to wear out at the same time. For summer here in the south, I found lightweight, but sturdy socks by Hanes(black, white, crew and bootie style). Unfortunately my favorite winter ones are not labeled ☹️
What an incredible site to see all of the dogs together. Shows what a gentle breed they are to have that many together without fighting and chaos.
Thank you for sharing that quote. What a wonderful reminder. I am posting it in my desk area- feels nicer than “Just Do It”!
Happy Weekend!
Try Feetures brand for socks. I love them!
Try Thorlo socks!