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January 15, 2023

My Everyday Life Week 2

Here’s what this past week looked like- My Everyday Life Week 2

Two magical things: a cat that sits on your lap when you call it and one day of sun in between sooooo many rainy days. 

My Everyday Life Week 2 of 2023- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Making vision boards at Neiley’s house.

My Everyday Life Week 2 of 2023- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Drinking coffee while doing so.

My Everyday Life Week 2 of 2023- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I made a board of things that nourish my spirit because NOURISH is my word for 2023.

My Everyday Life Week 2 of 2023- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

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January 13, 2023

I LOVE LISTS

Your Creativity Will Save You- I love lists artwork by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I LOVE LISTS 

  1. Some cruises to take if you love photographing things.
  2. Interesting things uncovered by archeologists. 
  3. These cyanotypes are mesmerizing. 
  4. What were the most streamed movies & TV in 2022?
  5. This Chinese library is dreamy! 
  6. Good things that people ruined. 
  7. Close-up photograph winners of 2022.
  8. What are adaptogens? 
  9. I just love Jennifer Coolidge. 
  10. 6 ways to practice mindful eating.
  11. Oooh shadow muppet master!! 
  12. I bet this place is incredible to experience when it’s raining.
  13. Good news for east coast In-N-Out lovers.
  14. We had Dave’s Hot Chicken in LA and I liked it.
  15. Aerial photos take us down remote roads.
  16. The science behind overwhelming cuteness.
  17. My mom used to say I looked like Clara Bow.
  18. Photos of NY ADULT THEATERS in the 1980s/90s. 
  19. Prices that are expected to increase this year.
  20. Prices that are expected to DECREASE this year. 
  21. I ordered this book cuz I miss the pre-internet days.

My Everyday Life Week 1 of 2023- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I wrote about my beginning of the year tarot card pulling ritual on The Handwriting Club if you’re interested, check it out! 

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January 11, 2023

Winter Fruit & Vegetable Recipes

Winter Fruit & Vegetable Recipes - a collection of goodness from Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

 

Hello Hello! Winter started a few weeks ago (holy cow it’s raining here in California!) and I almost forgot to look up what’s in season! I’ve been in a bit of a food rut for the past few months and my archive of recipes is bringing me life! I forgot how much I have to pull from. If you need a reminder of what’s in season, here are some of my favorite Winter Fruit & Vegetable Recipes! 

Here’s what’s in season! 

Winter Fruit & Vegetable Recipes - a collection of goodness from Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

 

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January 9, 2023

Intentions for the Week

Intentions for the Week Workbook by Tracy Benjamin now on sale!

Intentions for the Week- Week 2 in 2023

Hello hello! How did the first week of 2023 go? I’m playing catch-up since our trip to Idaho. So much laundry to process and RAIN! Oh my goodness the rain here is kind of intense right now. It makes seeing the light of the sun more special when you haven’t seen it in a week!  Time to write down my Intentions for the week!  Here we go:

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January 8, 2023

My Everyday Life Week 1

Here’s what the first week of 2023 looked like! My Everyday Life Week 1

Filling out my Currently Workbook this week! My word for the year is NOURISH.

I’ve spent the past 6 months rehauling my approach to food. I’ve lost 30 lbs and will hopefully share more about that soon.

My Everyday Life Week 1 of 2023- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

In my daily planner, I wrote down the meaning and some questions to start the new year off right.

My Everyday Life Week 1 of 2023- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I’m hoping to keep up the momentum of consistently moving my body in 2023!

My Everyday Life Week 1 of 2023- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I did my year-ahead spread! 

My Everyday Life Week 1 of 2023- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Last self-portrait of 2022! On my way to my dad’s house for NYE.

My Everyday Life Week 1 of 2023- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

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January 6, 2023

I LOVE LISTS

Calm the Mind! I love lists artwork by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I LOVE LISTS

  1. Cats are little weirdos.
  2. I am so fascinated by light painting. 
  3. Photos of polar bears in flower fields. 
  4. I didn’t know so many non-alcoholic wines exist. 
  5. AI portraits show how celebrities might age. CRAZY.
  6. I wish I had a teacher like this growing up.
  7. The best foods to order for takeout.
  8. The best movie posters of 2022.
  9. The cheapest hobbies you can teach yourself. 
  10. What we used to wear in the 1990s.
  11. There’s something so wonderful about monochromatic legos.
  12. Who makes the best Greek yogurt?
  13. I like seeing Ikea hacks.
  14. How to recognize your capacity to love.
  15. I think I could get behind butter candles.
  16. Celebrities who passed away in 2022. 
  17. Awww this cat & dog are best friends! 
  18. Creating Healthy Eating Habits for the new year.
  19. Cozy-looking hats: one / two / three / four
  20. Weekend reading: Lighter by Yung Pueblo

 

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January 4, 2023

Currently December 2022

Currently December 2022- from the Currently Workbook by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Currently December 2022

December was full of some really fun experiences.  I am grateful for all of the wonderful friends in my life. I went to Sea Ranch and Idaho! 

The only drawback to the month was that I was NOT in the holiday spirit this year. I didn’t put up a tree because we were traveling at the end of the month and I didn’t feel like I could trust being away for a week with my cats unsupervised. Huggy has an issue with tree climbing!  I did put up some lights in my kitchen and mantle to make it festive. To be honest with you, the energy bills in California have been so outrageous the past few months. The energy rate goes up here between 4PM-9PM (prime time holiday magic time!) and heat seems like it’s more important than the Christmas tree.  What a time to be alive! 

Here are some of the pages from my Currently Workbook! 

 Currently December 2022- from the Currently Workbook by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I used my Tombow brush pens. 

Currently December 2022- from the Currently Workbook by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

YOU HAVE GIFTS!

Currently December 2022- from the Currently Workbook by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Overview

Currently December 2022- from the Currently Workbook by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

UP CLOSE

Currently December 2022- from the Currently Workbook by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Let’s get into it! 

Currently December 2022- from the Currently Workbook by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

My Everyday Life Week 48 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Inspired By:

A trip to Sea Ranch with Lisa, Katie, Kendra, Lauren & Pam!  

All Mamas who needed a respite before the holiday season smacked us in the face. 

My Everyday Life Week 48 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

We had a blast and made some art projects. I have this cool vessel in my kitchen now!

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

We spontaneously went to see Adam Sandler with Cooper in Sacramento. It was so much fun. I forgot how wonderful it is to see live comedy. 

My Everyday Life Week 49 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

This month my friend Sam started his Shitty Life Advice show at Square 1 Studio and I got to help out. 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

This year I unwrapped my childhood Christmas ornaments and was excited to find out that I have a whole town I can display now. My Mom is still loving me from beyond. 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Our trip to Idaho was just lovely! I really enjoyed hanging out with my in-laws (IN THE SNOW!) and was so happy to see how elated my child was to be around his cousins. 

My Everyday Life Week 52 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Watching:

  • White Lotus Season 2
  • 1923
  • Yellowstone
  • Wednesday
  • Interstellar
  • Weird Al 

 

Reading:

Thriving as an Empath

Lighter

Simple Abundance

Thinking About:

My life, my mom, my career, and what I want to do with The Handwriting Club!

Listening To:

 

Dream Life:

I had some crazy dreams in Idaho! I’ve been writing them down in my journal. 

Eating/Drinking:

I’ve been going through a tamale phase. 

My Everyday Life Week 51 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

We had lobsters at my Dad’s house for Christmas. 

My Everyday Life Week 51 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Brussels Sprouts & Potato Hash! 

My Everyday Life Week 51 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Been eating burger salads! 

My Everyday Life Week 51 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Snacking on apples & persimmons all month! 

My Everyday Life Week 51 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Been enjoying this lentil soup! 

My Everyday Life Week 51 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I haven’t been eating bread for the past few months but I have been potatoes!!! 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Reset button salad! 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I’ve been living off of hash browns, eggs & avocado! 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

The food we ate during our Sea Ranch trip was AMAZE. 

My Everyday Life Week 48 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I enjoyed a few lunches with friends too! 

My Everyday Life Week 49 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

And a new favorite cheese! 

My Everyday Life Week 49 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Date night with Casey while Cooper was at his first dance! 

My Everyday Life Week 49 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

It was fun cooking in my in-law’s kitchen while I was away. 

My Everyday Life Week 51 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

 

Grateful For:

  • my health
  • my family
  • Etsy sales!

Self Portrait for DECEMBER:

My Everyday Life Week 49 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

 

DIP INTO THE PAST: 

December 2021

December 2020

December 2019

December 2018

December 2017 (grief! didn’t post)

December 2016

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!!