TOP 5 MOST POPULAR BLOG POSTS | 8.15.25

Happy half of August, ya'll. I'm totally in my fall feels now! I've already started looking for all the fall things and I put up my first fall-themed blog post on Wednesday. If it weren't for this hot a** weather, we'd be in good shape, lol. It's been way too hot- I'm ready for sweatshirt season. August has been a bit of a blur, too- I didn't even register we were at the halfway point until I was working on today's post. As always, here is a round-up of this month's top 5 most popular blog posts. We've got a mix of beauty, foodie + books! 

1. SALT + STONE DEODORANT REVIEW + RESTOCK HAUL - If you're into clean beauty + deodorant, you don't want to miss this post! Salt & Stone is one of the best brands I've found in the clean deo space- I share all the deets and my fave scents here. 

Read here: Salt + Stone Deodorant Review + Restock Haul 

2. NOTHING BUNDT CAKES S'MORES + OREO REVIEW - For all of my fellow foodies + cake lovers, this post is a review of the Nothing Bundt Cakes Bundtlets in the limited edition S'mores flavor and their everyday Oreo. Cake is always a good idea and they have been on their game this year with so many good seasonal + pop-up flavors! I love a good LTO so I couldn't pass them up- my only regret of the summer is not snagging one of the Key Limes! I'm glad ya'll love the food reviews as much as I do so stay tuned for some fall flavaaas. PS- I also tried out the Strawberry Cheesecake Swirl a few weeks back-- I'll link that review post here. 

Read here: Nothing Bundt Cakes S'mores + Oreo Review

3. TOP 5 MOST POPULAR BLOG POSTS | 7.14.25 - I just know ya'll can't get enough of me and want to read even more TKD posts!! Hehe- on a real note, last month's blog post round-up DID make it into this month's most popular posts as well. That always trips me out! If you do want to see what was on last month's list, I'll link the post for you here :) 

Read here: Top 5 Most Popular Blog Posts | 7.14.25

4. NEW BOOK RELEASES | 7.21.25 - Ya'll I have so many books on my TBR list and it just keeps getting longer and longer with too many good book releases coming out. It's a never-ending cycle, I can't keep up! All of these look so good too. I've been enthralled in the Idaho 4 case for years now, I'm definitely interested in picking up The Idaho Four: An American Tragedy. I'm also very much shifting my mood into fall, however I still have some time to squeeze in some summer romance vibes. I love the premise of The View From Lake Como- maybe if I read it, it'll push me closer to getting there IRL! 

Read here: New Book Releases / 7.21.25 

5. DUCK DONUTS REVIEW + TASTE TEST - What a sweet surprise to see this post here! Almost four years ago to the day (it was actually August 16th), I posted this Duck Donuts review. I haven't been back to one since but it was a fun experience and my first time having "made to order" donuts. They also make for a great photo op- look how yummy these look!! I remember them being super rich but very good- a fun stop to make if you're ever near one! Be sure to read the post here if you want to know all the flavors I ordered + my favorites. 

Read here: Duck Donuts Review + Taste Test 

TGIF, ya'll. Hope you have the best weekend! 

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TOP 5 MOST POPULAR BLOG POSTS | 7.14.25

Hellooooo hello! Ya'll we are just weeks away from the start of the Fall seasonnnnnn, at least in my book! Once we get into August my mind definitely shifts to fall mode and all things Halloween. It's crazy to me how quickly this summer has been flying by but I'm never really sad to see it go, lol. I will say the one thing I do love is having longer days but I'm definitely looking forward to cooler weather and spooky season. Realistically it'll probably be hot here until September/October *if* we're lucky. Sometimes we have warmer Octobers and Novembers which kills the whole vibe of fall, lol. Now that we're halfway through July, ya'll know it's time for the monthly round-up with the top 5 most popular blog posts here on TKD. Like usual, there is a mix of some oldies + newbies and this month we're apparently all into makeup and snacking, lol. Here's the list: 

1. SALT & STONE DEODORANT REVIEW + RESTOCK HAUL - All of my fellow "clean ingredient" people- I see you. If you're also conscious about the ingredients you consume and put in/on your body, I'd be willing to bet you've taken a deep dive into aluminum free, "clean" deodorant. I've been testing out healthier alternatives for years now and (spoiler alert)- my current favorite is from Salt & Stone. I've repurchased it several times now and I love all of the scents I've tried. Definitely check out this post for more on why I love the deodorant + my favorite scents. 

Read here: Salt & Stone Deodorant Review + Restock Haul 

2. TOP 5 MOST POPULAR BLOG POSTS | 6.16.25 - Okay this has been happening over the last several months which was and is still surprising to me! These "top 5" blog post round-ups have now also been making it into future "top 5" blog post round-ups, lol. It's a little trippy, especially because some months there are overlaps in what's been the most popular and others it's entirely different. I'm definitely not mad about it, though! I'm glad to see you all are reading and enjoying these posts too. This particular round-up post is from last month with the top 5 most popular blog posts of June. I'll link it here for you if you're curious! 

Read here: Top 5 Most Popular Blog Posts | 6.16.25

3. REVIEWING YASSO GREEK YOGURT BARS - Now that we're in the heart of the summer, you have to go buy yourself some Yasso bars. They are insanely good for a greek yogurt "ice cream." They taste great, have less calories/fat than regular ice cream and a little extra protein. I ramble on a little more in this review post + share all of my favorite flavors. 

Read here: Reviewing Yasso Greek Yogurt Bars 

4. NOTHING BUNDT CAKES S'MORES + OREO REVIEW - Also yummy for the summer but significantly less healthy- this review post on the new Nothing Bundt Cakes S'mores Bundtlet and the Oreo Bundtlet. I don't get the bundt cakes too often but they've definitely grabbed my attention lately with the limited edition flavors!! I'm super bummed I missed out on the Key Lime so I made sure to try out the S'mores. They also were running a BOGO promo so I decided to also try the Oreo flavor out. If you want all the 411 on these, you can read the review post here. Also be sure to snag the S'mores flavor soon, I think it's leaving in a few weeks! 

Read here: Nothing Bundt Cakes S'mores + Oreo Review 

5. NEW AT SEPHORA - Ya'll know I stay stalking the new arrivals on Sephora! I've always been a makeup junkie so I love to keep up with what's new. This particular "New at Sephora" post is from the spring and has so many fun products that I think are great picks for summer. I still need to pick up the Beach Skin body spray- it sounds so good for summer. 

Read here: New at Sephora 

What new content do you want to see going into fall?

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TOP 5 MOST POPULAR BLOG POSTS | 6.16.25

Hello, hello! I almost completely skipped on posting today's June round-up because I didn't even register that we're already halfway through the month. June has definitely sped right on by which is unusual- I feel like normally the summer months tend to creep by. Now that we have longer days, it always feels like there's more time to get things done which might have something to do with it. I also love that it's daylight out until around 9pm here, however I won't really be sad to see summer go. Ya'll know I'm a fall gal through and through so I'm counting down the days to cooler weather and Spooktober! For today's post, we have the top 5 most popular blog posts of the month which has a little bit of beauty and a little bit of health/lifestyle. Here's the line-up: 

1. SALT & STONE DEODORANT REVIEW + RESTOCK HAUL - For all of my ingredient-conscious, natural-deodorant-loving peeps- this post is for you. I've taken a pause on my hunt for the best natural, aluminum-free deodorant so as of now, the winner stands with Salt & Stone. Their formula and scents have worked the best for me + my body. I will say I prefer these during the cooler months and for when I'm not working out or as active. When it comes to the gym and the hot summer months, I stick to my favorite clinical strength deodorant. 

Read here: Salt & Stone Deodorant Review + Restock Haul 

2. REVIEWING YASSO GREEK YOGURT BARS - Something I do love during the hot summer months are the Yasso Greek Yogurt Bars. These are so delicious and a better alternative to ice cream if you're watching what you eat. Most are 100-150 calories each and they have a higher protein content from the greek yogurt. 

Read here: Reviewing Yasso Greek Yogurt Bars 

3. OURA RING UNBOXING - We're approaching the three year mark since I first purchased my Oura Ring. This blog post was my initial unboxing and ever since, I've pretty much been wearing the ring 24/7. I love it to track my sleep, menstrual cycle + more. It's a great tool to analyze what's going on inside the body and I like being able to compare data and trends over time. If you've debated on buying one, hopefully this unboxing post will give you some helpful info! 

Read here: Oura Ring Unboxing 

4. TOP 5 MOST POPULAR BLOG POSTS | 5.14.25 - I find it funny that some of my more recent "Top 5 Most Popular Blog Posts" posts have also started making it into the Top 5 Posts, lol... it's a little trippy but I'm glad to know they are popular on the blog. I always find it fun to share because there's usually a good blend of old + new posts. You can check out the most popular blog posts from May here. 

Read here: Top 5 Most Popular Blog Posts | 5.14.25

5. NEW AT SEPHORA - Probably *MY* fave post of today's round-up is this New at Sephora post. I've definitely been feeling more shoppy lately and I'm always keeping an eye on new beauty releases. There are soooo many good things out right now too. Be sure to check this post if you love beauty too! I definitely have my eye on the new PHLUR Beach fragrance and this new NARS palette-- she's a stunner! So many fun, summery products. 

Read here: New at Sephora

What new content do you want to see for summer?

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TOP 5 MOST POPULAR BLOG POSTS | 5.14.25

1. SALT & STONE DEODORANT REVIEW + RESTOCK HAUL - For all my clean ingredient gals (and guys), this post is for you. I give a run down on the Salt & Stone deodorants with my thoughts, fave scents + more. 

Read here: Salt & Stone Deodorant Review + Restock Haul 

2. OURA RING UNBOXING - At this point, I need to just copy & paste a blurb for my Oura Ring post, lol. Despite being several years old now, this one continues to be one of the most visited posts here on TKD. Definitely for good reason if ya ask me- I love + wear my Oura Ring 24/7. 

Read here: Oura Ring Unboxing

3. TOP 5 MOST POPULAR BLOG POSTS | 4.14.25 - If you want to experience some deja vu, take a trip over to last month's top 5 most popular blog posts. The order is mixed up but it's basically an exact copy of this month's- these posts are either just too good to pass up or the rest of the blog content is sh*t. 💀

Read here: Top 5 Most Popular Blog Posts | 4.14.25

4. REVIEWING YASSO GREEK YOGURT BARS - The go-to for healthy ice cream is always Yasso in my book. They're just too good and macro friendly which we love. 

Read here: Reviewing Yasso Greek Yogurt Bars 

5. NEW AT ABERCROMBIE - This post is a nice reminder that I need to see what else is new at Abercrombie LOL. It's never not a good time to shop there but we need a little refresh for the summer coming up. Always love them for basics + jeans! 

Read here: New at Abercrombie 

What blog content do you want to see for summer? LMK!

I love sharing my picks + hauls with you all! Should you click on or make a purchase through the links in this post, I'll earn some money to keep on shopping! Pretty cool, huh? :)

TOP 5 MOST POPULAR BLOG POSTS | 4.14.25

Hello, hello! Today's post is all about the current top 5 most popular blog posts here on TheKristenDiary.com! I swear it feels like I was just writing this post for March... the time sure is starting to fly right on by again. Why the winter drags and the rest of the year speeds up is wild. It must be something with the time change, idk! Anywho, here's what's poppin' here on TKD- a few forever faves + a few new additions! 

1. SALT & STONE DEODORANT REVIEW + RESTOCK HAUL - All of my clean ingredient girlies (and guys), the Salt & Stone deodorant is where it's at. I've talked a lot about my natural deodorant journey here on the blog and so far, this is still the best formula I've found. Be sure to read the post here for my full review + all of my fave scents! 

Read here: Salt & Stone Deodorant Review + Restock Haul 

2. REVIEWING YASSO GREEK YOGURT BARS - If you're looking for a healthier dessert/snackie, Yasso is where it's at. I love these- they taste delicious and are a great alternative to regular ice cream. Perfect for these hot summer days coming up!

Read here: Reviewing Yasso Greek Yogurt Bars 

3. OURA RING UNBOXING - Today I saw a TikTok of a girl saying one popular item she refused to buy is an Oura Ring... brokeeeeee my heart, ya'll. Honestly, I get the vibes though. I swear I'm conditioned now to automatically scroll whenever I see a TikTok shop video. I too have constantly raved on and on about mine but after almost three years with it, I definitely feel like I'm qualified?? I know I snatched one up way before they became hyped up on TT. Also if it wasn't clear before, I have zero rag-rets and I wear mine everyday! For me it's just nice to keep up with what's going on internally + a nice way to check in. Like with anything, I'm sure the data isn't always 100% fool proof or an exact science, however it's more insight than I'd have without it, no? I can't speak on the Oura vs. others but I've been happy with the Oura and it's still going strong for me.

Read here: Oura Ring Unboxing 

4. TOP 5 MOST POPULAR BLOG POSTS OF MARCH - Okay it's definitely unusual for one of these "top 5 posts" to make it into another top 5 post, lol. Something must've been happening in March because last month's round-up made the cut! 

Read here: Top 5 Most Popular Blog Posts of March 

5. NEW AT ABERCROMBIE - I love me a good Abercrombie find. I'd actually go so far as to say they might be my favorite place to find clothes right now? Definitely in the top 5! They've made a major comeback over the last several years and I can always count on them for good jeans + basics. Every so often, I like to share a what's new post with all of my favorite Abercrombie finds. I'm obsessed with all of the fun graphics in this post + tank vibes for summer! 

Read here: New at Abercrombie 

How's your April been going?

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TOP 5 MOST POPULAR BLOG POSTS | 3.17.25

Happy St. Paddy's Day! In light of Ulta's current 21 Days of Beauty Sale, today's post got pushed back to today and Friday's post was my Week 2 Ulta Sale Picks. Every month around the halfway point, I like to share the top 5 most popular blog posts here on TheKristenDiary.com. The rationale for putting the most popular posts in the middle of the month versus at the end really boils down to the fact that the first time I ever shared one of these, I chose to upload it halfway through the month. I then liked the idea of capturing the last bit of the previous month with the beginning bit of the current month so we've been running with it ever since! It logically makes zero sense at all but I think that's kind of the fun for me? If you're a new reader, I also think these round-ups are a cool way to see some different content. A lot of my older posts tend to circulate within these lists each month so it's a nice mix within the regular, newly posted content I share weekly. Here's the line-up for March: 

1. SALT & STONE DEODORANT REVIEW + RESTOCK HAUL - For all my fellow "clean" deodorant lovers, Salt & Stone is my go-to. I've tried what feels like hundreds of non-toxic, aluminum free deodorants over the past 3-4 years. After countless brands and formulas, my favorite currently is still Salt & Stone. Their formula is the best one I've found so far, I love the packaging + the scent options. If you're someone interested in clean beauty, this blog post has a more in-depth review of my thoughts + the different scents I like. 

Read here: Salt & Stone Deodorant Review + Restock Haul 

2. OURA RING UNBOXING - I'm closing in on the three year mark of owning my Oura Ring! It is hands down one of my favorite splurges. I'm all about prioritizing my health and the Oura Ring provides great data and insight on sleep, activity, feminine health + more. I wear and sleep with in daily which makes tracking metrics seamless and very insightful. I also find it to be very accurate when it comes to how I'm feeling overall + my feminine cycle. For more info, check out my unboxing post here. I share all about the ring features, my ordering experience + more. 

Read here: Oura Ring Unboxing 

3. DESTINATION DISNEY | DIY DISNEY GIFT BASKET + DISNEY ESSENTIALS - Disney season is officially upon us! It's so fun to see this oldie post pop up in the most read posts each spring and summer. Several years back, I made this fun DIY Disney Gift Basket for my sister's birthday. She had planned a trip to Disney World with her bestie so I made her the basket, filled it with all things Disney and shared it in this post. I love that the post still gets lots of visitors every year- I had no clue it would end up being one of the most visited posts I've ever shared! If you're a Disney lover, have a trip planned or need a gift for another Disney lover- you might enjoy taking a scroll. I'll link the post here ;p 

Read here: Destination Disney | DIY Disney Gift Basket + Disney Essentials 

4. REVIEWING YASSO GREEK YOGURT BARS - I'm officially back on my fave fave Yasso Bars right now. It should really be no secret that I have a bit of a sugar problem- ya girl loves a sweet treat. Trying to balance that with a fitness plan and healthier eating can be tricky which is why I love these. They're greek yogurt "ice cream" bars that are a little more calorie/"diet" friendly but they still taste great and feel like an indulgence. Recently I also tried the poppables which are also a win! I chat a bit more about them in this review post + share my favorite flavors. 

Read here: Reviewing Yasso Greek Yogurt Bars 

5. LUXURY MAKEUP HAUL - Another post that spends a lot of time with the popular kids is this Luxury Makeup Haul from 2019. This was is from my early early days of blogging which is also crazy- it's wild I've been blogging on here since I think 2017! This one has stood the test of time and is my "oldie but a goodie" haul. I always say that because I still love and use many of the products I first bought in this post. I'm always a broken record whenever I talk about this post but the MAC Prep + Prime in Radiant Rose has changed my life since I first bought it here, ya'll. It's one of daily staples- I couldn't tell you how many I've repurchased over these past six years! I also have to give myself some props for the photo- not to shabby for a newbie, huh? I still think it's one of the best looking haul shots I've posted!  

Read here: Luxury Makeup Haul 

What kind of posts do you want to see for spring and summer?

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TOP 5 MOST POPULAR BLOG POSTS | 2.17.25

The middle of February has brought back cold and snowy weather here in Tennessee. We were so lucky the first few weeks- it was back in the 50s-60s, sunny and so nice out! I normally like a little bit of snow but once you get a taste of spring, it's hard to want it back haha. The halfway point also brings another blog post round-up so today I'm sharing the top 5 most popular blog posts from the last month. These are the posts that made the list: 

1. SALT & STONE DEODORANT REVIEW + RESTOCK HAUL - For anyone looking for clean, aluminum-free deodorant- this is the post for you. Over the last several years, I've tried what feels like hundreds of clean, non-toxic deodorant brands. Out of them all, Salt & Stone has been the best one I've found so far. This review post shares more info on why I love the deodorant as well as a little mini haul.  

Read here: Salt & Stone Deodorant Review + Restock Haul 

2. OURA RING UNBOXING - Recently this Oura Ring Unboxing post took over as the number one most visited blog post of all time here on TheKristenDiary.com. It's been one of my most visited posts for years but never quite reached number one until the last few months. I've talked both about this post and my love for the Oura ring for years now- it's one of my favorite purchases. I still continue to wear and review my sleep/daily activity every single day. If you've been curious about the Oura Ring and whether to purchase one for yourself, the unboxing post is a great resource with lots of info. 

Read here: Oura Ring Unboxing 

3. REVIEWING YASSO GREEK YOGURT BARS - Another long time favorite of mine are the Yasso Greek Yogurt Bars- they are seriously so so good. I review them more in depth in this post and share my favorite flavors, etc. 

Read here: Reviewing Yasso Greek Yogurt Bars 

4. DESTINATION DISNEY! DIY DISNEY GIFT BASKET + ESSENTIALS - I think we're officially back into "Disney season," haha. A few years back, my sister took a girls trip to Disney World for her birthday and for her present, I DIYed her a Disney themed gift basket. I shared how I made the basket in this post + some goodies and essentials that I put in the basket. Every spring the post always gains popularity when everyone starts planning their spring and summer trips to Disney! It was definitely a fun project and gift to make! I also love the idea of making a gift basket as a surprise if you're planning on taking kiddos! If you're a Disney lover or have a trip coming up, hopefully you'll find this post to be a fun read!

Read here: Destination Disney! DIY Disney Gift Basket + Essentials 

5. GALENTINE'S DAY GIFT IDEAS - Galentine's and Valentine's are sadly all over now but feel free to still check this post out! ;) This is another oldie but a goodie (that I should probably update next year) with my favorite Galentine's Day Gift ideas.

Read here: Galentine's Day Gift Ideas 

Are you still hoping for snow or ready for spring?

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TOP 5 MOST POPULAR BLOG POSTS | 1.15.25

Hi hi hiiiiii and welcome to the first blog post round-up of 2025! Today's post is all about the top five most read blog posts of the month here on TKD. If you're new here, we always do them in the middle of the month so it's a little mix of two months really. It doesn't really make much sense but it started that way and stuck! A lot of these are also health + wellness related which is fitting for January and #newyearnewgoals, hehe. PS-- how are we doing with that? I'm just now starting to get back into the groove and in flow with mine which feels good! 

1. SALT & STONE DEODORANT REVIEW + RESTOCK HAUL - If you're a clean ingredient/deodorant homie, this post is for you. I did a little review on the Salt & Stone deodorant- a clean, aluminum free formula. In the post here I share my thoughts, what scents I've tried + mini haul. 

Read here: Salt & Stone Deodorant Review + Restock Haul 

2. OURA RING UNBOXING - Ok really, how are we doing on all of those new year's resolutions and health goals? Today is actually "National Quitters Day" (lol) but ya'll better not be giving up yet! Gotta beat those stats! If you're looking to invest in your health during 2025, the Oura Ring is a MUST. I love love love mine and find the data on my sleep, overall "readiness" and being able to track my cycle is 100% worth it. Be sure to check out my unboxing for all the good info on buying, the ring features + more. 

Read here: Oura Ring Unboxing

3. REVIEWING YASSO GREEK YOGURT BARS - Also helpful for those health goals are the Yasso Greek Yogurt Bars. These are seriously too good- love them. They are my favorite healthier "ice cream" because they still taste great but are much healthier compared to regular ice cream. I share all of my favorite flavors in the review post here. 

Read here: Reviewing Yasso Greek Yogurt Bars 

4. SOFT GIRL SELF CARE IDEAS - January is definitely the time for all of us to be in our soft girl era. It's cold, a little dreary and after the busy holiday season- a good time to rest. I've been spending the month focusing on me and definitely putting some of my favorite self care ideas in practice. You can read through them all here :) 

Read here: Soft Girl Self Care Ideas

5. NEW CHRISTMAS SWEATSHIRTS - Okay I'm so sad I can't wear these now!! I bought these amazing Christmas sweatshirts back before the holidays and I'm already looking forward to wearing them again this year. They are amazing quality and I love the vintage-inspired designs. I am excited for the brand's new Valentine's Day collection- I just may have to snag one of those! 

Read here: New Christmas Sweatshirts 

How are your resolutions going? LMK!

TOP 5 MOST POPULAR BLOG POSTS OF 2024

With just two days left, we've officially reached the end of 2024. As I've gotten older, I've come to appreciate the start of a new year. It's always bittersweet to see Christmas and the holidays go, however the start of a new year feels like a breath of fresh air. There's room to start over, keeping pushing towards goals and to take time to rest. 

I'm excited to start on some of my own personal goals, however I think January will be a period of easing into things for me. With how busy the holidays are, it's good to take some time to prioritize yourself and recharge. 

For the last and final blog post of 2024, I thought I'd end things with a little recap of the Top 5 Most Popular Blog Posts of the year. If you keep up with the blog, you'll know I share one of these each month throughout the year. It's always fun for me to see which posts are getting the most visits + hopefully a fun way for you all to see new content. They are always changing and while some always make it in the list, both new and old posts seem to make it into the rotation! Here's what made the list for all of 2024: 

1. REVIEWING YASSO GREEK YOGURT BARS - Kicking things off with the most viewed post of the entire year- my review on the Yasso Greek Yogurt Bars. I was actually shocked to see this was in the number one spot- Ms. Oura Ring Unboxing finally got knocked off her thrown! I see you, my fellow foodies. Spoiler alert but still go read the post here- I love the Yasso Greek Yogurt Bars. They are so delicious and a healthier alternative to ice cream. Even when I'm trying to be healthier and eat cleaner, I still always want a lil' sweet treat and these hit the spot. Definitely be sure to check out the post here + add these to your grocery lists in 2025!  

Read here: Reviewing Yasso Greek Yogurt Bars 

2. OURA RING UNBOXING - Here she is! If you've kept up with any of these blog post round-ups, there's a very good chance that my Oura Ring Unboxing post is in the top spot. If it's not at number one, there's a 99.999% chance it's ranked on the list somewhere. Ever since I purchased an Oura Ring and shared this post back in 2022, it's been one of the most popular posts on TKD of all time and for good reason! I absolutely love my Oura Ring and I have zero regrets on buying one. I've worn it almost every single day since it arrived in the mail and I find it to be extremely useful. It's a wearable ring that will track your activity, sleep, readiness + more. I will say that when it comes to activity and steps, I still prefer an Apple Watch. For sleep and all the other features, I love the Oura. It's also spot on with tracking my monthly cycle. The unboxing post is a great resource if you're interested in purchasing one! I originally ordered mine directly on Oura, however I love that you can now buy it here on Amazon. Way faster shipping + easy returns. 

Read here: Oura Ring Unboxing 

3. TASTE TESTING LESSER EVIL'S PUMPKIN SPICE POPCORN - Another surprise + foodie post! I wasn't expecting to see this one in the most popular posts for the entire year, however this post really took off over the last 3-4 months. We're out of pumpkin spice season now but I love trying out different seasonal snackies. I'm also a huge fan of Lesser Evil in general- the Himalayan Gold Popcorn is my all-time fave. 

Read here: Taste Testing Lesser Evil's Pumpkin Spice Popcorn 

4. PUBLIX HAUL | 10.9.22 - ANOTHER foodie haul... are ya'll telling me to just switch over to a food blog?? Honestly I would love that too, hehe. I love to bake, cook + grocery shop! This post is a random (and oldie) Publix Haul from 2022. It's always funny to see how some older posts become popular years later... life's kinda funny that way though, huh? 

Read here: Publix Haul | 10.9.22 

5. SALT & STONE DEODORANT REVIEW + RESTOCK HAUL - Okay, I have a lonnnnnnggggg history with deodorants. About two years ago I decided to switch over to clean, aluminum-free deodorant. If you've ever tried the natural deodorants, you probably know most are pretty sh*tty. I hate to hate but someones gotta keep it real, lol. I tried and went through tons of "clean" deodorants. There were a few decent ones, my personal favorite and the best I tried being the Salt & Stone line. Definitely read the post here for my full review + why I love them. I'm still a big fan but because I workout a lot and have physically demanding job, I got fed up one day in the summer from sweating a little too much (sadly just unavoidable with the clean bunch). I decided for the warmer and busy months to just switch back to my favorite Secret Clinical deodorant. I have yet to find a clean deodorant that can perform as good, it's that d*mn aluminum, ya'll. She's toxic but she gets the job done! Despite my switch, the Salt & Stone is still my favorite when it comes to a healthier alternative. If I did more low impact exercise and worked a less physically demanding job, I would continue using it all of the time. I am all for eliminating bad ingredients, especially in something like a deodorant. That being said, sweating and odor is a no-go too but I still reach for the S&S on low activity days or if I'm just hanging out around the house. 

Read here: Salt & Stone Deodorant Review + Restock Haul 

That's a wrap on 2024 and the most popular blog posts of the year! Thank you all for being here and sharing this space with me. It's always been a creative outlet for me to share what I love and just yap a little bit. Whether you're a frequent flyer or a one stop shopper, I appreciate you + your support! Chat with you in 2025!! -- xx 

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TOP 5 MOST POPULAR BLOG POSTS | 12.16.24

It's time for our last monthly recap of the year! I simply cannot believe Christmas is next week... I'm in no way prepared or ready. I've been living in my own little delulu world and it feels like it should still be October?? Wild times but the show must go on, I guess. Today is my last recap of 2024 with the top 5 most popular blog posts. As always, I'll still do a top 5 for the entire year but today is all about December. We've also got some wild cards in the mix today, I was surprised to see 4 + 5 in the mix! Here's what you've been reading the most this month: 

1. SALT & STONE DEODORANT REVIEW + RESTOCK HAUL - I've spent a lot of time and money on trying and buying "clean" deodorants. It has definitely been an interesting journey to say the least! Keeping it totally real- most of them just can't live up to regular deodorant. I've ultimately decided for my active lifestyle + working out, my tried and true Secret Clinical is still the go-to. That being said, out of the countless clean deodorants I've tried, Salt & Stone is hands down my favorite. I love the sensitive formula in any of the scents. For me it's non-irritating (a common issue I had with a lot of brands), easy to apply + the scents smell great. I still love it for lighter activity days or if I'm not working out. For more info, definitely check out the review + haul post here.

Read here: Salt & Stone Deodorant Review + Restock Haul 

2. OURA RING UNBOXING - If you're looking for a new wearable device, I love love love my Oura Ring. I can never rave about it enough. I'm going on 2.5+ years of wearing it everyday and think it's such a viable asset for my overall health + wellness. My unboxing post is a great resource for more info on the ring, the ordering process + more. I purchased mine directly through Oura but you can also buy it here on Amazon now too! 

Read here: Oura Ring Unboxing 

3. REVIEWING YASSO GREEK YOGURT BARS! - Alright, ya'll. When we all jump back on the healthy train for the New Year, you're gonna wanna grab a few boxes of these Yasso Bars. If you're like me- a sweet treat is always welcome. I would say sugar and sweets are definitely my biggest challenge when it comes to eating cleaner. The Yasso Bars come in handy whenever I want a dessert but I'm still trying to moderate. They're made from greek yogurt which is a healthier alternative to ice cream in both calories and protein. Each one has about 4-5grams of protein and they also taste delicious! It definitely gives me an ice cream fix without going too overboard. 

Read here: Reviewing Yasso Greek Yogurt Bars! 

4. WHAT I'VE LEARNED IN 2021 - Okay, I was surprised to see this post in the list. This is an oldie WAY back from 2021... I also haven't done as many posts like this lately. I kind of go through moods when it comes to more chatty/personal posts like these. I've been more into keeping things light + fun this year- less in the feels, ya know? When I saw the post in the list, I actually went back and reread it all myself. It's kind of funny because at the time of these "life lessons," there's alway a reasoning or experience that leads you to feel or recognize the emotions. Reading them back now, I was trying to remember what was happening at the time that triggered those thoughts but for the most part, you kind of come up blank. It's crazy because time really does heal all, doesn't it? I actually laughed though because I'm pretty sure God put this back on my radar just to have me re-read and revisit point #2... He knows I need a little reminder right now, lol. 

Read here: What I've Learned in 2021 

5. SOFT GIRL SELF CARE IDEAS - Another surprise! Usually my most popular posts are reviews or something more shopping related so it's nice to see some new variety. I can't believe this post is only from February... in my mind I was sure it was 2-3 years old. It seems like ages ago since I wrote this one but it's also very fitting now that we're entering into the winter season. This definitely feels like another little nudge and reminder for me from the Big Man. I was reading through the post and how I talked about the concept of having a "soft winter." I share more in the post but the premise is basically that the winter is meant to be a time for rest and recovery. As I was reading, I just thought "God, you really know what you're doing bringing me back here" lol. I work in retail so to say that the holiday season is STRESSING ME OUT would be an understatement... it's honestly wild, ya'll. This season has definitely had me questioning my sanity... as funny "haha" as it is to hash out, it can definitely send you into a spiral if you let it. Usually by Christmas I am done with anyone and everything, lol. I told ya'll I needed a reminder of point #2 in those life lessons... I clearly also needed a reminder to remember to chill the f*ck out, lol. For my favorite self care ideas, be sure to read the post here! 😂

Read here: Soft Girl Self Care Ideas 

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