Laurie Anne Land: May 2025
Hello May ☀️
This month feels extra special…
First off—I'm turning 39! 🎂 We took Oscar for a morning walk today, and the sunshine, the breeze, and that hint of spring in the air made me feel so deeply grateful. Aging can feel bittersweet sometimes, but honestly? I’m just overwhelmed with thankfulness to be here, experiencing life, growing older, and soaking in the beauty of it all. This is my last year in my 30s, and I’m feeling all the feels.
And second—big news—we’re moving into the Oregon River Cabin for the summer! Eeee! We've got the essentials on order (a sofa, two swivel chairs for prime river views, and a bed), but I can’t wait to treasure hunt for secondhand and vintage finds once we’re out there. Renovations are moving along: the floors are in, paint is wrapping up, and the bathroom tile is next. It’s honestly feeling like a dream, and we’re so hopeful for a magical first summer in the woods.
Anyway, enough about birthdays and bathroom tile (for now 😅)… let’s get into the fun stuff. Here are a few things I’ve been loving lately and can’t stop talking about:
What I'm Loving
✨ Frownies skeptic turned believer – I’ve seen so many ads and finally gave in… and honestly? I was shocked after the first night. It takes a month of consistent wear, but I’m sticking with it (most nights 😉).
🥣 Lentiful meals = my new pantry fave – These little instant bowls are so good in a pinch. I top them with shredded chicken and a sprinkle of my superfood seed fiber blend—yum.
🌱 Fiber queen era unlocked – As a soon-to-be 39-year-old, I’ve been trying to up my fiber and protein. I’ve been adding this superfood seed blend to everything lately. Did you know we need 25–30g of fiber a day?! It’s harder than it sounds…
🌊 My ride-or-die hair spray – A little spritz at the roots after a shower, then blow dry = instant grit + longer lasting hair days. It’s like magic (or maybe just texture, but still!).
📚 Fantasy-curious? Start here. – My book club is dipping into fantasy for the first time and we’re starting with Throne of Glass . Romance lovers, this one’s a safe first step—just spicy enough. We’re reading the first two books together (and they are loving it)!
📖 BookBub is amazing – If you love Kindle books, you need this. Daily deals sent to your inbox based on your fave genres. I just grabbed a book from my TBR for $1.99 and I've seen past books I've loved on there for free! Pair this with Kindle Unlimited and you're golden.
🧂 Jacobsen Salt Co. forever fan – I’ve loved them for years, but now that we’re part-time Oregonians, I’m a super fan. Their caramels? The classic and chocolate are both next-level good.
📺 What we are binge watching: The Residence on Netflix. It is a detective show about solving a murder in the White House during a state dinner. We LOVED it and I keep recommending it to all of our friends!
A Favorite Follow: The Drew Barrymore Show
Did you know that Drew has a talk show? I follow it on IG and I can honestly say, everything that pops up I genuinely enjoy so much. We've gotten to see Drew's wild life play out publicly and the woman she has become is incredible. I love her.
Behind The Scenes: My Current Frame Crush
I am working on framing some art for the River Cabin and I am loving this frame for a couple of my tiny originals that we are going to hang there!
Need to refresh your walls?
A little gift from me to you...
This months phone wallpaper is from my painting "Windy Coast", I painted it from a photo I took in Greece!
Bring Some Beauty into Your Home
If you’re craving a fresh new look for your space, these prints bring that effortless, relaxed feel to any home.
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