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Thanks for joining me for another Nine Favorite Things post.
{goats in the summer sunset}
Wow. I can’t believe it, but this is my 50th Nine Favorite Things Post. When I first started writing these favorites post, I wasn’t sure if you guys would be into them since they are not recipe focused, and much more focused on my life, what’s going on in it, and well, and all the things I am loving. I was positive that no-one would care about my favorite podcast, what I was loving from the Nordstrom sale, or what was happening in my family, but it turns out some of you do!
It still amazes me, but these favorites posts have become some of the most popular with you guys. For whatever reason, you seem to enjoy them, and it makes me SO happy because I love writing them and sharing my interests outside of food. It’s so much fun!
I’m spending my weekend preparing for two full weeks away. On Tuesday my family and I are heading to the Caribbean to visit my grandpa. I’ll be there for about a week and then I am heading to NYC for work and a really fun event…if you are in NYC, keep your eyes peeled. Announcing the event this week and I am so excited to share!
Coming up this week on HBH I’ll be sharing a new easy summer seafood recipes, something sweet and filled with berries, the perfect grilled salad, a new pasta that will become a summertime staple, and rounding things out on Friday with a show stopping dessert inspired by one of my favorite flowers. I’ll also share a new cocktail Saturday post, so look out for that too! Lots of fun summer recipes are coming your way!
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Have the best Sunday and enjoy this weeks favorites!
1. Today I am Grateful For…
If any of you guys follow Ali of Inspiralized, you may know that she challenged everyone on Instagram to share three things they are grateful for. I LOVED this idea and want to start sharing things I am grateful for too. So here are three things I am grateful for today…
1. my brothers for always reminding me to lighten up and have fun.
2. the summer sunshine and long days.
3. my favorite guy in life, Merle (aka our dog).
Let me know what you are most grateful for today in the comments! It can be anything, even something as silly as you stack of pancakes or flowers growing outside your window. Anything that is making you feel grateful in this very moment.
2. My favorite Pinterest Pins this Week.
{all photos via pinterest}
3. My Favorite Sunscreens I am taking on vacation …
4. Let’s Play a Game.
I really want to go here. Thankful that I am headed there this week.
I really love these shoes. Can’t wait to wear them.
I really want this bag. It’s so cute.
I really love stone fruits and heirloom tomatoes. Excited they are coming into season.
I really want these strawberry muffins.
I really love this summery Thai peanut chicken salad recipe.
5. New Videos:
Spicy Gingered Mango Margarita
30 Minute Stir Fried Korean Beef and Toasted Sesame Noodles
Sweet Thai Chile Turkey Burgers with Spicy Herb Salad
Cacio e Pepe with Arugula and Lemon
6. Mental Health.
Mental health seems to be the hot topic right now and I’m glad it is. I debated talking about this today because it seems like every other blogger, influencer, and celebrity out there is also talking about it. But you know what? We all have our own stories, and if I can help even just one person see that mental health is a serious issue, than I’m going to talk about it too. There’s power in numbers.
With the sad passing of both Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain this past week, people are really talking about the importance of mental health and how crucial it is to seek help with something you are struggling with. Like a lot people out there, I have, and still do, struggle with mental health. I’ve talked a lot about my anxiety here on HBH and even though it’s something I have learned to cope with, it’s still something I deal with daily. Some days are worse than others, but learning of ways to deal with my anxiety have helped me to become a stronger, better, and happier person.
When I was in middle school I went through one of the hardest times of my life. It’s not something I’m ready to fully discuss, but I know that someday I will. What I am ready to say, is that mental health is a very serious, very real thing. If you are struggling, reach out to someone and ask for help. It can be anyone, a friend, a parent, a mentor, anyone. Don’t feel embarrassed, no matter what it is you are struggling with, someone else out there is struggling with that same issue too. You are not alone and you deserve to be happy. Life has so much to offer!
On this same topic, I found this article to be really on point. Social media has a huge effect on our mental health and it’s important to be aware of how it might be affecting you.
Bottom line? Let’s not be afraid to talk about mental health. Let’s help prop each other up. Be kind, and ignore the perfect picture scene that social media can portray. It’s never as perfect as it seems.
7. A Few Links I am Loving…
blue and white pieces for summer…love these.
4 natural ways to prevent fine lines…good to know.
Hilary Duff is pregnant with her second child…um. so cute.
12 can’t miss Chicago hot spots…take me to the Green City.
who what wears new Target collections…summer style steals.
what to do this summer on a budget…all about a dinner party.
the ultimate Father’s Day brunch menus...those pancakes. you need them.
Miley Cyrus talks empowerment…a good read.
mental health asking for help is not a weakness…very inspiring post.
Kate Bosworth’s night time rituals…loving her skincare routine.
inside the James Bond 007 movies…kind of cool if you into this type of thing.
Father’s Day gift guide…my dad is the hardest to buy for. I need this.
summer glamping…I am into it.
8. My Favorite Vacation Styles…
9. This Week’s Dinners:
Monday: Sunflower Seed Veggie Burgers with Grilled Halloumi
Tuesday: Zesty Grilled Shrimp Tacos
Wednesday: Moroccan Grilled Chicken with Herby Lemon Olive Vinaigrette
Thursday: Caramelized Farmers Market Veggies on Herbed Polenta
Friday: Buttery Mushroom and Clam Pasta
Check out all the past Favorites posts here.
Thank You very much for mentioning Mental Health issue. I have been suffering with panic attacks for last two years. I started taking anti depressants now I am social media marketer. Make your routine busy that helps a lot to overcome stress.
Hey there,
Thanks so much for reading! So sorry to hear about your panic attacks, but that’s great you have them under control! xT
Thank you so much for mentioning mental health and being open about your own struggles. The more open we all are about mental health issues, the more help that people will be able to receive.
The Caramelized Farmers Market Veggies on Herbed Polenta recipe looks amazing. I can’t wait to try it!
I love your “Favorite Things” posts. They give me so much to think about and do. And ENVY the travel ideas. Please keep it up. Thanks so much for the weekend escape.
I love your nine favorite things Tieghan its great to hear what’s on your mind, the fun things your doing, and the great recipes your making. I am going to buy your cookbook today I am so excited for when it comes. I have been making several of your recipes loving them alot!! My favorite so far were the Honey Brown butter Scallops. I absolutely love seafood. Have a great tie in the Caribbean and in NYC. Thanks for sharing so much of your life with all your followers love it!!
I love your 9 favorite things each week,but I noticed the sunscreen you’re promoting is Not reef safe. Our oceans need all the help they can get.
Hi Tieghan! I just bought the portable speaker for my husband for Fathers Day. Great ideas thank you! Have a great time on NYC and the Caribbean.
Thank you! I hope he loves it Maura! Thank you!
Tieghan, I love your nine favorite things, never stop writing them, please! And thank you for being so open, that must be hard, but I really love that about your blog.
I recently had a severe bike accident, was hospitalized and on sick-leave for five weeks. You do realize what is important in life and become grateful for little things. I am very, very grateful that apparently I will not have permanent damage, I am also very grateful for my dear husband who took such good care of me and I am also grateful for music, for the smell of apricots and cherries, being able to pick strawberries, and for the sun warming me.
That is amazing! I am glad you are okay and hope you are doing well! Thank you Jenny!
1. I am grateful for my friends. Today is my birthday and I’m now the same age my sister was when she died so I’ve been sad. I’m going to my friend’s baby’s first birthday party, so won’t be able to be sad, especially when he’s eating cake.
2. I’m grateful to God, who loves us so much.
3. I’m grateful to live in an advanced society so basic things like electricity, heat and potable water aren’t concerns and we have the luxury of air conditioning.
I bought your cookbook for my birthday and finally get to look at it tonight!
Love this! Thank you so much Nan and I hope you love the book!
Love this! What I’m grateful for: my dear friends and family, my health, my life! Too blessed to be stressed. Also, for your nyc event you alluded to: will that be in June or July?
I love that! Thank you so much Liz!