TGIF… kind of. It’s week 97 of quarantine and the days are truly starting to blend together. Though this “new norm” won’t last forever, the light at the end of the tunnel burns dim. And, needless to say, the longer we’re in quarantine, the more difficult it is to make weekends feel special. However, I’m a firm believer that it’s really not about what you’re doing, it’s who you’re doing it with. That said, keep your loved ones close (and stay far af away from the rest) 😉 

This weekend, I plan to give my weekday routine a rest. Translation: sleeping in, reading books in the sunshine, ordering takeout, and binging good TV. Yes, good TV still exists. 

While my weekend plans aren’t exactly awe-inspiring or adrenaline pinching, it sure beats watching the news all day (only to look down and realize I’ve anxiously chipped off all my nail polish). Like, let’s save the cortisol party for Monday. 

Without further ado, read on for my weekend list and be sure to let me know if you watch or read anything I recommend!

What To Eat

Need inspo? This weekend, my roommate Madelin and I are planning a sushi night. Our fridge is stocked with sake and beer, which will pair perfectly with fresh sushi from a local restaurant. We may or may not pretend we’re 21 again and do some sake bombs while we’re at it. TBD.

Local to Los Angeles and need takeout recommendations? Take a peak at the holy grail. 

 

What To Watch

Are you ready to talk about something other than Tiger King or, god forbid, The White House Press Conferences? Samesies. See below for the shows that should be on your radar:

Little Fires Everywhere (Hulu)
Fleabag (Amazon Prime)
Dev’s (Hulu)
Reasonable Doubt (ID)
Unorthodox (Netflix)
Normal People (Hulu)

 

What To Read

Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind *NY Times Bestseller
The author will take you on a WILD ride through our entire human history, starting from our evolutionary roots and ending with modern genetic engineering.  

Hidden Valley Road *NY Times Bestseller
The non-fiction book takes us behind the scenes of a midcentury American family with twelve children, six of them diagnosed with schizophrenia. If you’re interested in family dynamics and mental illness, this book is for you.

Where The Crawdads Sing *NY Times Bestseller
The story follows two timelines that slowly intertwine. The first describes the life and adventures of a young girl named Kya as she grows up isolated in the marsh of North Carolina from 1952–1969. The second timeline follows a murder investigation of Chase Andrews, a local celebrity of Barkley Cove, a fictional coastal town of North Carolina.

The Plant Paradox *NY Times Bestseller
Author and Dr. Steven Gundry identifies the hidden dangers lurking in some of our most celerbated health foods. He dives into lectin, the simple substitutes for each, and a step-by-step detox and eating plan.

“I read this book… it worked. My autoimmune disease is gone and I’m 37 pounds lighter in my pleather.” – Kelly Clarkson

---

What are your plans this weekend? Let me know if you decide to watch or read any of my favs! Xx