Let’s get back to these currently posts a little more often, shall we? I’m going to jump right in.

Currently Reading… American Royals 3. I actually pre ordered this for my Kindle but only just started because some of my library holds came in first that I read. On another note, I’m currently 1 book ahead of my 30 book goal this year so have to keep the momentum going.

Currently Watching… Honestly not much. I’m rewatching Gilmore Girls as is my annual tradition but I started very late this year. I’m on season 3 so will see if I finish all the seasons by December. I mostly put on in the background and when I’m eating for like 10-15 minutes. I don’t have any new shows at the moment, so that’s why I often turn to reading.

Currently Watching (YouTube)… Adding this because I watch more YouTube than TV probably. Loving Monica and Shelby Church (all their channels) and Monica recently started a vlog channel. I just love how they talk about business ventures and everything. Things I wish I knew at 26 but super inspiring to follow them.

Current Purchase… ummm too many…but my most recent apartment addition is a new computer monitor so I can have 2 screens to work from home with and also have the second screen to use my personal laptop with. I’ve been using 2 screens for 10 years now so…no going back, although I’ve been fine with my laptop screen since moving. I just honestly don’t spend as much time on my personal computer as I used to.  

Current Food… Green smoothies and almond butter muffins. Now that I swim before work, I bring my breakfast on the go and like to have a protein smoothie and then a muffin. I just can’t ONLY have a smoothie. I like to have something to munch on with it and trying to make sure I replenish after a long swim. Usually I’m swimming for 45 minutes, but may go longer as I work to increase my distance.

Currently drinking… Green smoothies and liquid IVs. I have found electrolyte drinks help me so much during my workouts first thing in the morning. I don’t typically eat before my workout but for swimming, I try to have a bit of my smoothie because I was reading it is good to have a little food before a long cardio workout. I really find that the liquid IV helps me not feel that hungry though while working out.

Currently wearing… all the shorts! Loving that it’s a bit warmer in Philadelphia area compared to Binghamton. I’m enjoying wearing my jean shorts and tops. I recently got a bodysuit (finally jumping on that trend) and paired it with my jean shorts.

Current excitement… I finally went to the local library and got a new library card. Who knew this would be my excitement?! I added the card to my Libby app so I can put more holds and it looks like I have a bigger selection of books. I love queuing up the holds and being surprised when a book is available. It definitely encourages me to read more. Loving reading on my Kindle and the Kindle app on my phone when I am on the go.

Tell me some of your current happenings:

Currently Reading…?

Current Excitement…?

I was just looking back at my posts and I haven’t done a currently post since October. I thought it would be fun to share a few things that I’m up to in this transition week before my new job.

Interestingly, I was re reading the October post and shared a quote:

“Trust the timing of your life. Keep focusing on putting one foot in front of the other, be kind, and follow your heart. Doors will open effortlessly, but first you have to be ready to walk through”

               -Brittany Burgunder

When I talked about what I was currently dreaming of back in October, it was a new job that I could not share at that time. This quote couldn’t be more true for how things came about. Before my interviews in April, I accepted where I was. Then I got a couple interviews and I simply went into them being myself and when they went well, the job just felt so right and I was ready to walk through the new open door.

If there is something you are currently working on in your life and at work, whatever it may be, and it is taking way longer than you expect, keep working towards it, but also think about what you have and are grateful for in this moment. Be Present. Be Patient. Always easier said than done, but trust the timing.

And with that let’s get into what I’m up to lately….

Currently Reading…  I just finished In a New York Minute by Kate Spencer. This book honestly didn’t ever hook me and took me a few weeks to finish. I just started The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood. I’m about 50 pages in and just starting to really get into the story. I sometimes find I need to read a good chunk to get into a book. I actually set a goal this year with reading 30 books. It’s very ambitious for me since that’s more than 2 a month. Honestly I’ll be pretty happy if I read about 20 books, but really been turning to reading more since I finished school and as something to do other than TV watching which I’m a bit bored of.

Currently Watching… but speaking of TV watching…with this week off from work, I’ve been binging season 4 of The Circle. This is the one reality show that just hooks me, maybe because it’s like a game show + reality or the way they end the episodes with the craziest cliffhangers that you just have to keep watching. I thought all the episodes were out but then I got through episode 8 last night and 9-12 were released today, but the last episode number 13 is next week so I won’t be able to finish until next week sometime. Beside The Circle, I’m watching the final season of This is Us and will be so sad when it’s over.     

Current purchase… Before my trip I was so good at not buying stuff and then I came home and had this list of things to purchase…I bought a couple casual clothing items from Old Navy. Finally jumped on the jogger trend and also got a cute athletic white crop top. I struggle with clothing size so much. I had ordered a small in the top, my usual size, but it was way too tight. I was able to return it to the store and they had the top in stock so I tried on a medium and it was so much better. So, I recommend sizing up if you are interested in this top. While I was at the store, I also saw some jean shorts that were not super short and didn’t have holes in them (sorry I just can’t get on board with those styles). For $15, I was like why not. Again I was glad I was at the store to try these on, because I tried a 6 and they were huge, so I went to a size 4 and they are still a bit big but I didn’t really want to go back to the dressing room with the size 2, so I just went with a 4. For reference, I am usually a size 6-8 in bottoms, but Old Navy definitely runs big, probably to make you feel better.

Current food… can we go with dessert? Yesterday I made Pinch of Yum’s latest cookie recipe, Strawberry white chocolate cookies. I will note I’m not a huge white chocolate person, but I have enjoyed when other people bring in white chocolate chip cookies. The recipe also called for freeze dried strawberries and I think it’s a texture thing for me, but I’m not a dried fruit or freeze-dried fruit person. However, in cookies sounded interesting to me and what else was I going to do in this free time. I usually stick to a classic chocolate chip cookie so it was nice to try a new recipe with different flavors and they turned out delicious. Definitely will be making again. I also put some of the leftover freeze-dried strawberries in my oatmeal this morning and they cooked in nicely.

Currently drinking…. Liquid IV and Rehydrates almost daily. I’m on an electrolyte drink kick! The first time I tried Liquid IV, I thought it was a bit too sweet. Well my sister bought me some for my birthday in April and I brought some on my Portugal trip and it was perfect on days where I couldn’t seem to drink enough water. I also love Advocare Rehydrate. I’m on an Advocare kick again. I like to have some Spark on hand for days I feel really low on energy. I don’t drink caffeine a lot, so just a little bit gives me a good kick of energy. I love the Rehydrate flavors and stocked up when they had the limited Pomegranate Tangerine since that’s my favorite.

Currently wearing… The last couple weeks have warmed up. I even wore a dress to my last day of work and it has to be like 80 degrees for me to wear a dress! I’ve been loving shorts weather again. These last couple mornings have been back to the 50s but it’s great for opening windows and cooling off the house. Pretty sure the AC unit will be going in next weekend because Saturday is calling for a high of 90 degrees and it’s not even June yet!!

Currently Excited for… going back to the Philadelphia area and starting a new job. I know there will be challenges, but it’s also exciting for growth in my career. Also excited for summer in Philly!

We should call these currently posts, seasonal, except that I missed Spring this year. Where has the year even gone?! I can’t believe we are halfway through October. Now with the holidays approaching, work gets busy and time just seems to fly. I’m really trying to soak up the Fall days before winter comes. I scheduled my appointment to get my winter tires on my car so I will be ready. My work schedule is still 4 days in the office and then Friday through the following week at home. I’m enjoying the every other week at home. It’s easy to throw in laundry in the morning and then finish it at lunch time or just get some quick cleaning done.

Currently Reading…  I fell off my daily reading habit for a little while, but now I’m back at it. I’m finally taking advantage of the local library so I don’t have to buy every book. I just finished The Road Trip by Beth O’Leary and checked out Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb.

Currently Watching… There are so many shows I am currently watching. Last year with COVID so many shows were delayed in filming and it’s nice to see new shows again. I just started watching Pretty Smart on Netflix with Emily Osment and the second season of The Babysitter’s Club also on Netflix. I am also watching season 4 of A Million Little Things currently, great drama show.    

Current purchase… I am really trying this month to not make too many purchases after needing to buy some items for my car and also just making many purchases in the last few months where a lot of items didn’t work out and needed returning. Returning was a bit of a hassle and I’m trying to save. I will say that I loved my recent Stitch Fix box that I purchased and feel set on clothes for a while now.

Current food… I’m currently smelling my second batch of vegan pumpkin chili cooking in the slow cooker. Highly recommend for a fall dish and perfect for a rainy or cold day.

Currently drinking…. All the water in my half gallon water bottle. I mostly bought this after my sister did a gallon of water a day challenge and said it was so hard. I actually didn’t find it too hard to do. However, I usually stick to filling this bottle once most days and then using my smaller water bottles or glasses in the morning and evening. For some reason, switching up the container my water is in helps to motivate me to drink more water. I feel really good drinking that half gallon + each day though.

Currently wearing… all the fall sweaters, at least when it’s not 70 degrees outside. This October has been surprisingly warm and we still have our AC unit in. However, I will soak it all up before it gets cold for many months. I am just loving my Fall sweaters now with jeans or work pants. They are great for work since the office is cold year round and then I don’t need an additional sweater over a blouse.

Currently dreaming of… oh there are so many things, but not ready to share here. I’m trying to stay positive in that things will come when they are meant to, but it’s a challenge being in the waiting stage.

I want to leave this quote here that I just saw on my friend’s Facebook page and was so good.

“Trust the timing of your life. Keep focusing on putting one foot in front of the other, be kind, and follow your heart. Doors will open effortlessly, but first you have to be ready to walk through”

               -Brittany Burgunder

All this to say, if you are currently dreaming of things for your life, enjoy the now and the present. Keep working towards your goals and you will get there. Or maybe another door will open that you didn’t expect. These are the things I am telling myself right now. I’m not always good at living in the present moment. I am often focused on the future or past. Sometimes I just need the reminder to enjoy the now.