Fave 5 Monday: Items for Woman on the Run

Hey Darlings, today I would like to share with you my fave five Monday items to help the average woman on the run; I like to call it my “Fave 5 Monday Starter Pack”. They’re my essential “Must Have” items to get me started on those days where I feel as though I need an army of women to accomplish my routine. Who am I kidding, for me, that’s basically every Monday.

Monday Blues

Please tell me that I’m not the only one still trying to figure out this life -balance thing? I mean at times I feel like I have it all mastered. They’re few and far between, but there are those times that it seems like all 4 of my full- time jobs puzzle pieces fit perfectly together. And those times, I’m here for it all 100%. Those are the days I wake up early and energized. I’m prepared for the day, clothes laid out for myself and my toddler, I make it out the door in time, and start the work day off productive. It seems like I can easily transition from mom to boss, from boss to mom, from mom to wife and mom, then from wife and mom to blogger. And I’m able to give 💯 to each role, without feeling empty.

And then there’s days that I can only give five percent of my 20% effort. Believe me that five percent is spread really thin between the four jobs. I can’t lie, I can’t do anything extra than the necessary “To-do-List”. Those days I need a lot of help! There are five things that are tried and true that I can’t leave the house without. And without further ado… My fave five Monday starter pack.

Fave Five Monday Items

Music – I’m currently loving Ariana Grande’s new album “Thank You, Next”. This album is definitely Top Charts worthy. I can listen to the entire album without skipping through any songs. It’s mellow enough that it allows me to concentrate while working; but it’s also upbeat enough to start my day and give me that extra mojo that I need. My absolute favorite song these days is the album titled track. In this song, Ari talks about loving herself after dealing with many heartbreaks. This is the perfect self love track. I play it to remind myself that there’s a lesson to be learned from every passed failure. A very close 2nd (depending on the day it can definitely be my no. 1) is “Fake Smile”. I definitely feel her on the “F” a fake smile. Sometimes it’s not worth the energy, especially on my low energy days. Those days, as I expressed earlier, I cant afford to waste an ounce of my energy. If you haven’t heard the album, you should definitely listen to it this week.
Apple AirPods– These are definitely “Bae” for me these days. I take them with me E-verywhere! And I do mean everywhere. I think in more recent years that I have developed ADHD; so I use these, hardly noticeable, pods to play music to help me concentrate as I multi-task. They really go hand in hand with my Top fave for this reason. The range on these is awesome. I, never remembering where I last placed my phone, can still listen to music feet away from my phones, while folding clothes and pretend baking a cake with my toddler. Without giving too many details, they’re also washing machine proof. They are definitely worth the investment.
Shea Moisture African Black Soap– This soap has saved my Instagram live. Having struggled with acne since my pre-teenage years, I have tried every product under the moon. This bar of soap is the only soap that has never failed me and it’s very inexpensive. It helps reduce and prevent breakouts while controlling oil. The product has done wonders for me over the last few years. I buy it in bulks in fear of living one day without it. My morning are hectic to say the least, and I can’t always commit to the daily and nightly exfoliating routine as I should. Using this soap, has definitely made my mornings and nights easier, helping me get to Monday and through it with ease.
MAC Pro Long Wear Concealer- As I mentioned earlier, my morning are nothing short of chaotic. From debating with my toddler on which dress she should wear, to not being able to find my phone, I don’t have the time to do a full-face look. Most mornings, I throw the small concealer container in my purse, and apply it to my face using my fingers in my car mirror. I am so thankful that a little product goes a long way as I usually don’t have the time to layer products. It provides full coverage to my darkest acne scars and its blend-able with many foundations. It’s also perfect for touching up your look during the day. Besides my eyebrow routine, I have little to no time for any other product.
Starbucks Grande White Chocolate Mocha (extra shot)- I know that this will not come a shocker to most, and it’s probably on everyone’s list, but I definitely had to mention it. I wasn’t really a coffee drinker until I had my daughter. But, now I’m not sure if I could go an entire work week without this drink, and I don’t really plan on trying to be quite honest. This Mocha is definitely what I need to kick off my day. The drink it fairly sweet which is perfect for me as I usually prefer a little bit of coffee with my creamer and sugar. This drink definitely is nostalgic to me as it reminds me of drinking hot cocoa as a child while imitating the adult coffee drinkers. Those days I was definitely care- free and adult-ing free. Boy don’t I miss those days; especially on Mondays. During the Holidays, you should try the Peppermint White Chocolate Mocha. Its equally as delicious.

I consider myself to be a very laissez faire chick, and I’m generally not bound to routines; however, on my struggles days I need a little extra help. I absolutely have to have all 5 of these items above from my “Monday Fave Five Stater Pack” in order to give my very best. What are 5 things that you currently have in your purse to get you through the Monday Blues?

If you don’t have any at the moment, be sure to try out mine. I’ll let you borrow them for the day. I promise you’ll love them. But I must also warn you…. shhh.. they’re very addicting. Also, stop by out Must Have Beauty Products, also check out our favorite shoes and fashion. Like any look? Shop it here.

Until next time my loves.

B. Shanel.