A Crisp Life

CRISPsunnies. It’s Fall and CRISP outside so I’m baaaaack. I’m sure most of you know about sunglasses but if you don’t let me just tell you, I’m. Obsessed. They are technically running sunglasses so they’re polarized, super light-weight, and non-slip. They range from $25-$35 and um, did I mention they’re POLARIZED??? I mean, the clouds are so crisp! I even made try them on and look at the sky for a before and after. And then I was screaming in her ear “aren’t the clouds so clear?!” I now have a pair in my car because it’s like I’m wearing prescription sunglasses, the polarized lenses are just so much clearer and than my other sunglasses. I keep a 2nd pair in my house and they’re my work out sunglasses. They come in 3 styles and a gazillion colors. I personally like the OGs (sort of a classic wayfarer shape) and the Runways (slight cat eye with a pop of metal on the side). I found the BFGS style HUGE but they’re unisex. I love large sunglasses but they were too wide for my face. The other 2 styles fit perfectly though. I got a moody floral and a deep plum. I bought mine at Tyler’s on Lovers because I wanted to try them on but you can find them at most running stores and online. Obsessed!

CRISPmedicine. You’ve all heard me talk about my amazing Renaissance-woman/foodie/artist/gardener/smarty Aunt Jean . Well over the holidays she told me how she whips up a little elixir and keeps it in the fridge during sick season. You peel and chop about an inch chunk of ginger root, slice a lemon (skin and all) and cover with honey. It will stay good in your fridge for several weeks. Whenever someone’s feeling icky you can take a spoonful of it or mix it into tea. I whipped some up a few days ago. I tried a little last night and MY it was divine. I put some in all of our evening tea and you can add a little whiskey for a hot toddy. The ginger helps an upset stomach and all ingredients are great for immune support. So easy and yummmmm

CRISPart. I recently commissioned a painting from my lovely super talented friend that I met through TreeHouse (RIP 😢). From beginning to end it was so fun planning this painting with Sam and seeing it come to life through photo and Instagram updates. Even Reese walked right in and exclaimed “Mom I LOVE the new painting!” Sam wants to do more painting on the side. Contact her or me for her info - she will ship paintings! ❤️❤️❤️