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December 27, 2021

Intentions for the Week

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

Intentions for the Week- Week 52  in 2021

​​Happy Monday, friends!

This is my last Intentions for the Week post for the year! WAHOOO!!!  I am really excited because I am going to be starting a brand new Intentions for the Week Planner next week. I’ve been using my first draft version since week 35 of 2021 and I’m ready for the real thing. The beauty of the planner is that you can fill it in on your own. That means you can start at any time! I’ll be sending a bunch out this week and I’m so excited for many of you to join me in the process.  Cooper is on Christmas break this week so let’s figure out what I can get done while he is home! 

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December 26, 2021

My Everyday Life Week 51

Here’s what this past week looked like- My Everyday Life Week 51

Full moon magic. It was a cold one!

My Everyday Life Week 51 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

My house sparkles more than usual this time of year. 

My Everyday Life Week 51 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Packing up orders all week! THANK YOU.  Here are all of my products! 

My Everyday Life Week 51 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

You’re helping me keep up the good work!

My Everyday Life Week 51 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

This batch had three Lauras! It made me think of my sister-in-law! 

My Everyday Life Week 51 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

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December 24, 2021

I LOVE LISTS

This won't last forever! I love lists art by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I LOVE LISTS

  1. Some Trader Joe’s reviews for December. 
  2. Tools you need in a disaster. 
  3. The colors of these watercolors of cities are so pretty. 
  4. This funeral procession must have been a sight to see in person.
  5. Best photos from around the world in 2021. 
  6. Underwater caves are amazing and they make me anxious. 
  7. Now that’s a loaded Christmas tree! 
  8. Solitude can help regulate your mood. 
  9. This pencil case is a thing of beauty. 
  10. Time travel to Japan in the 1950s.
  11. RIP Joan Didion.
  12. These coffee cake cinnamon rolls look incredible. 
  13. I didn’t know this about KFC in Japan
  14. Being hugged by a lion must feel incredible. 
  15. Your unused vegetables can become a centerpiece. 
  16. Developing old film is magic-making. 
  17. Tips for hosting holidays without a dishwasher. 
  18. What does it take to be a great artist?- a beautiful short film
  19. A perfect pin for me. 
  20. Why all of these popular Christmas songs come from the 1940s. 
  21. I’m making sausage bread today. 

I’m starting the new year off right by taking my friend Tammi’s Invitation 2022 Course.  The 6-week course includes some of my favorite practices to start the new year- tarot card pulls, picking a word for the year, and intention setting!  I am also looking forward to learning more about color therapy & my enneagram type in the process. Tammi interviewed me for the beginning of the course and we talked about journaling & logbooks together. It’s not too late to sign up. The first live call starts this Monday! 

It’s not too late to get a Food journalIntentions for the Week Planner (you can start at anytime because you fill in the dates!) and a Currently 2022 Workbook! If you’re international, you can get them shipped through my Blurb storefront! xo

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December 22, 2021

Winter Bucket List 2022

Winter Bucket List printable by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

December 21st was the first day of Winter! It’s time to figure out how I want to spend my time this season. Here’s my Winter Bucket List 2022.

Winter Bucket List printable by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Winter Bucket List 2022 includes:

  • art date with friends
  • deep clean kitchen
  • donate old clothes (go through closet!)
  • complete the Invitation 2022 Course with Tammi Salas
  • vision board 
  • read a book & attend book club
  • take a trip to the water
  • make a plan for 2022 garden
  • hiking adventure
  • stay healthy!

 

If you’d like to play along and plan your winter, you can download a printable here from my Etsy shop. 

If you have a currently workbook, fill out yours in your workbook! 

I hope you have a great winter!

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December 20, 2021

Intentions for the Week

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

Intentions for the Week- Week 51  in 2021

​​Happy Monday, friends!

We are running out of time in 2021! I really can’t believe 2022 is just around the corner!  I don’t know about you but I am ready to hibernate.  Let’s figure out our intentions for the week, shall we? Here are mine! 

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December 19, 2021

My Everyday Life Week 50

Here’s what this past week looked like- My Everyday Life Week 50 

Our second Christmas with him. We brought him home right before the pandemic started.

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

He hasn’t climbed into the tree (yet).

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Sending out holiday magic!

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I chose hearts this year for my holiday cards. 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I love how the lights reflect on rainy streets. Very tough for driving through. 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I gave Cooper money to get donuts and here’s what he came up with. 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

It’s hard not to lose yourself this month.  

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Where I am typing this. 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

The first batch of magic went out this week from my shop.   

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

My workspace is packed with pep talks. 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

The deer are back.  I love it. 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Cleaning out the fridge salad. It reminds me I need to make my reset button salad soon. 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

ZOOM BOOK CLUB CALL

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

On a walk with Eileen at Crissy Field.  Saw this bird. Look closely. 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Reading this in bed. —- Radical Acceptance

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Book club notes.

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I lettered this last year.  It sits on my desk. 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

When the light is placed just right. 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Was thinking about her too!

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Errand running outfit. 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

First time doing bulk food shopping in like two years. It’s always been closed and boy did that suck.  

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I spend so much of my days in the car driving my child. 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Huggy likes watching Yellowstone with us. 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Full moon vibes. 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I used leftover rice to stretch out our carnitas. 

Rave reviews from the Benjamins. 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

We’ve been waking up to foggy mornings here. I love it. 

Cooper told me that haze is his favorite weather. 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Trimming. 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

This color in my front yard has kept me happy for the past few months.

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Made some ginger molasses cookies because IT’S THE SEASON! 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Making these truffles was the art project I needed this week. 

White Chocolate Matcha Truffles- a wonderful addition to your holiday gift giving arsenal! Find the recipe on Shutterbean.com

For the internet:

White Chocolate Matcha Truffles- a wonderful addition to your holiday gift giving arsenal! Find the recipe on Shutterbean.com

Real life: 

My Everyday Life Week 50 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

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December 18, 2021

White Chocolate Matcha Truffles

White Chocolate Matcha Truffles- a wonderful addition to your holiday gift giving arsenal! Find the recipe on Shutterbean.com

These White Chocolate Matcha Truffles are the latest addition to my homemade holiday gift arsenal. If you also like the therapeutic nature/magic of melting and playing with chocolate, this recipe makes for a fun project.

White Chocolate Matcha Truffles- a wonderful addition to your holiday gift giving arsenal! Find the recipe on Shutterbean.com

The end result is two dozen little matcha truffles. Each truffle tastes like a scoop of green tea ice cream.

The matcha salt appeases the savory/sweet lover! 

White Chocolate Matcha Truffles- a wonderful addition to your holiday gift giving arsenal! Find the recipe on Shutterbean.com

No oven required. Just a little magic of the microwave and some chill time in the fridge and you can make last-minute truffles the day before you need them!

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