I never thought I would say that I have four jobs. I mean, technically, I have ONE full-time job and three "once in a while" jobs. I like staying busy (maybe a little too much), and they say variety is the spice of life, so...
Last year, when I was figuring out my next career move, my friend Lauren at Hakaar's Bazaar asked if I wanted to help at her vintage store once in a while when she was out of town. It was a breath of fresh air during a hot summer of unemployment and uncertainty!
A few months later, my friend Summer asked if I wanted to do the same thing at her local shop, Culture Flock, if someone couldn't cover a shift, and once again, I was like, "Yeahhh!"
To summarize this story, I have also been helping out my friend Katie at her Springfield Mercantile Co. store, which has been wonderful. Three amazing friends, three amazing local shops. What are the odds?
I love the variety, and it's a nice break from the digital marketing world (which I love, by the way). But it's also pretty nice to work at a cute, curated shop on a Saturday or Sunday once in a while.
I took a chance on these shorts (it's so hard to find ones that fit right) and ended up loving them. And, they were only $20!
If you like 1960s-era movies, pleaaaase watch The Apartment with Jack Lemmon and Shirley MacLaine. It's one of my all-time favorites and a perfect comfort rewatch.
Speaking of the 1960s, I found two spoon rests on Etsy that I don't need, but they're SO fun to look at. (1, 2).
I was gifted some zucchini from a friend's garden and suddenly craved something I never eat: pan-fried zucchini. I dipped the slices in oat milk and coated them in gluten-free breadcrumbs before adding some seasoning and putting them in a pan with avocado oil. 10 stars!
This is my go-to if you're looking for a new liquid eyeliner. It goes on seamlessly every time and lasts all day.
I bought this fluffy throw pillow for my living room sofa, and (omg!) It is so cute. It's not big enough for Norman to use as a bed, but if it was ...
The perfect candle for the macaroni and cheese lover in your life. Novelty candles are getting crazier and more life-like by the minute, and I'm here for it.
I'm not entirely embarrassed to admit I've been watching Gypsy Rose's new reality show.
I've become a gold earring person. I LOVE dangly gold earrings and want to add this pair to my little collection.
That's all, folks! Until next time. xoxo, Jacki
P.S. Here's a link to my last 10 things and an extra special blog post about my house.