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April 8, 2022

I LOVE LISTS

How does your garden grow? I LOVE LISTS/ shutterbean - by Tracy Benjamin

I LOVE LISTS

  1. This house transformation is epic. 
  2. Some proof healthcare here is NUTS.
  3. Easter eggs in real life. 
  4. Easter crafts to inspire.
  5. Googie Architecture in Los Angeles. 
  6. Surreal collage art is fun to look at. 
  7. Museum of Endangered Sounds– so cool! 
  8. I found a few fave childhood toys:  desk airport /parking garage
  9. Time travel to the 1910s – traveling circus Ireland.
  10. I need to make this lox bagel pizza again! 
  11. What do you do when the tips of plant leaves are brown.
  12. All the best food in all the MLB ballparks ranked. 
  13. Have you tried adding Cheetos to your salad? 
  14. This looks like a home from my childhood.
  15. Restaurant name trends are fascinating. 
  16. A bunch of egg decorating inspiration. 
  17. Natural egg dye looks like a fun project. 
  18. Gray whales are popping up in the bay.
  19. What is rhubarb?
  20. My first new pair of shoes in over 2 years. 
  21. A compilation of funny cooking accidents. 

 

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April 5, 2022

Currently March 2022

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

Currently March 2022

March was filled with hangouts & coffee dates. March gave me some hope. Mostly because the weather was sunny and I am in love with my yard again. The birds are chirping, I have seen a few butterflies, rabbits, more deer, a bobcat, and a new cat friend visitor (besides Beans!).  We celebrated our 16th wedding anniversary and Casey turned 45 this month! 

This month in my Currently Workbook I play around with black gesso, pens and paint pens. 

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

Blossom season!  I got a new tiger’s eye necklace from Elevate and taped the magic in my book. 

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

Boop! 

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

Beep! 

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

A lot of good things happened this month. 

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

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April 4, 2022

Intentions for the Week

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

Intentions for the Week- Week 14 in 2022

Hello, MONDAY! 

Look! I did meal prep this weekend! 

 

 
 
 
 
 
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Meal Prep Includes: 

 

Let’s figure out what our Intentions are this week. Here are mine: 

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April 3, 2022

My Everyday Life Week 13

Here’s what this past week looked like- My Everyday Life Week 13

I had a 24-hour reset trip to Pt. Reyes with Emma this week. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

It was fun to getaway!

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

It was so nice to wake up in a different place for a change. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

We went on three long walks. Found a bench for John. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Abalone shell sculptures in town. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Afternoon cocktail. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Foraged on property. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Art time! 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

We had a bunch of things to play with. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

It rained and then the clouds were marvelous and the sun came out. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Emma made an incredible lentil soup and naan. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

We watched Object of My Affection- remember that movie? 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Avocado toast with pickled onions, sausage, OJ, and coffee. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

1 2 3

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Farm newsletter. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Morning dew on spiderwebs. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Checking out an old barn.

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Another realm. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

A cute art studio. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

A potato vine grows through the window. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

A walk to the beach.  Puddle party!

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Reflection!

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Headrest. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Helping me finish up taxes. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

JESS WE CAN!! 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Total mood. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Ready to plant!

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Planted!

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Going through the past. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

He is taller. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Yellow!

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I’ve been sorting through the photos my dad dropped off. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

The family historian lives in grief. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I’ve been enjoying looking at things from the past. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Before I was born and after. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Always a ball in my garden. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

BOBCAT on our deck! 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Beans in the overhang. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Zen garden currently. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Our couch is always covered in blankets and cats. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Found a rainbow on the counter. 

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

And one in my hand!

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Golden hour.

My Everyday Life Week 13 of 2022- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

 

Here’s more of My Everyday Life Week 13:

Week 13 in 2021

Week 13 in 2020

Week 13 in 2019

Week 13 in 2018

 Week 13 in 2017

Week 13 in 2016

Week 13 of 2015

Week 13 in 2014

Week 13 in 2013

Week 13 in 2012

Week 13 in 2011

Thanks for reading Shutterbean!  If you’d like to check out more of my everyday life, follow me on Instagram and be sure to keep in touch via Facebook, Twitter,  Bloglovin,  Pinterest, or subscribe via email to get new posts delivered to your inbox.  If you love handwriting, check out my passion project- The Handwriting Club on Instagram

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April 1, 2022

I LOVE LISTS

Get Back Into Your Self Care Routine! I love lists // Tracy Benjamin of The Handwriting Club & Shutterbean

I LOVE LISTS:

  1. I am an internet veteran. 
  2. These plants exist. 
  3. New trader joe’s reviews. 
  4. How to Stay Organized in the Kitchen
  5. There are some new Instagram messaging features. 
  6. Why digital cameras have shorter lives than film cameras. 
  7. Aerial photos of solar power plants. 
  8. Aerial photos of greenhouses in Spain. 
  9. What food banks never need. 
  10. Pool floats: cassette tape / cheeseburger  / alligator
  11. I love bathing suits from the 1950s. 
  12. Your mental speed stays the same until this age. 
  13. Italy has a bunch of ghost towns. 
  14. Abandoned churches in Italy.
  15. These watercolor paintings have so many details. 
  16. This is happening to SF. I’m looking forward to it.
  17. It would be fun to be in a giant net. 
  18. Cleaning tips from midwestern grandmas. 
  19. Black cat sings the blues.
  20. Keep Going! 

Want to get organized meal-wise for next week? Here’s my Meal Prep Planning Sheet! 

If you want a high-functioning to-do list for the week, get my Intentions for the Week printable! 

Here’s $80 off Imperfect Produce orders- It helps me with sourcing my food for meal prep. 

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March 30, 2022

How to Stay Organized in the Kitchen

How to Stay Organized in the Kitchen- Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean shares her tips & tricks.

how to stay organized in the kitchen

When I say that I don’t feel like cooking, what I am really saying is that I don’t feel like cleaning the kitchen (again and again). Staying organized and cleaning as you go can make cooking less of a daunting task. It can also help you prevent mistakes, burnt appendages, huge messes, and failed recipes. Don’t feel like cooking? Let me show you How to Stay Organized in the Kitchen so you’ll be more likely to WANT to cook. 

Here’s my number one rule…

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March 28, 2022

Intentions for the Week

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

Intentions for the Week- Week 13 in 2022

Hello, MONDAY! 

I read something in my horoscope that my house is going to be a mess but I’m making progress in other things and AIN’T THAT THE TRUTH. I am having a hard time dividing my energy with all of the things I need to do and the places I need to be. We were out in the world over the weekend for a baseball tournament and I forgot how many people are around! This new world and life is taking time to adjust. People aren’t wearing masks here and sometimes getting too close.  

Let’s figure out what our Intentions are this week. Here are mine: 

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