In this week's video it felt like one of those very PNW summer weeks where the weather could not decide what it wanted to be. Though technically we say our "summer" doesn't start until July.
Cool enough for a jacket one day, warm enough to melt the next and needing sunblock for the harsh sun rays penetrating my skin.
But I’m trying not to wait for the perfect conditions to take care of myself. On a sweltering day I find peace and coolness on a trail by the Columbia River that is heavily forested. Georgie and I have lots of shade there to keep cool and still enjoy the outdoors.
Simple Meals, Movement & Feeling Stronger
One thing I’ve noticed lately is how much better I feel when I keep things simple. I think a lot of that is summer and the weather. My body is very much in tune with seasonal shifts.
Meal prepping a few things ahead of time makes it easier to eat well without overthinking every meal. Getting to the gym a few times a week is already helping my body feel less achy and more capable. And even something as ordinary as coming home from a hike and making a quick plate of beans, chicken sausage, cottage cheese, and an apple with peanut butter felt like care.
The July Mail Club Closes Tomorrow
If you’ve been wanting to join The Story Post, tomorrow, July 2, is the last day to sign up for the July envelope. After that you'll naturally default into August mailing (of course if you join before August 2). So I hope you'll join us.
If you've been wondering what each month looks like and what you get, I've included the last 3 months of the mail club below so you can see for yourself.
April Mail Club envelope
May Mail Club envelope
June Mail Club envelope
Each month includes a seasonal art print, recipe card, slow living prompt card, and a little extra goodie. All wrapped up like a gift that comes to your physical mailbox.
If you’d like to receive the July envelope, make sure to join before signups close tomorrow.
Join The Story Post Snail Mail Club - It's a fun way to get a unique art print that I create, a personal letter by me, slow living prompt card, recipe card, and a few extras each month.
