I am really glad that today is the last day of January, and that we’re starting a new month tomorrow. I’ve been talking about it with my friends, and we’ve decided that January has had (bad) 2024 energy. I’m hoping for a better, fresher start in February! I have plans to see the touring production of The Life of Pi this weekend, which I’m really looking forward to. It’ll be nice to be somewhere other than my house, and I don’t see a lot of plays, mostly musicals, so I’m excited for something different.

On to the favorites!

What is MAHA?

As someone who works in a health-related field and who relies on governmental health programs (Medicaid!), I have been following along pretty closely with the nomination of RFK Jr. to lead HHS. I think this article does a good job at breaking down MAHA – where it came from, and where it goes wrong!

Kate Spade Flower 3D Crossbody

I love a fun bag, and this 3D flower one from Kate Spade is exactly that. I really do have my mind on spring right now, and this crossbody would just be so perfect to wear when the temperatures rise a little! I love that it’s not just a floral print but an actual replica of a flower.

L.L. Bean Heiress Suspected Neighbors of Poisoning Her Trees

I love a long, convoluted, in-depth read, and that’s exactly what this article about a suspected tree poisoning in Maine was! Honestly, I’d read a slow, literary mystery based on this story about two neighbors who end up at odds with each other over a water view and poisoned trees. It’s not super catty or dramatic, but I thought it was fascinating.

Dandruff Comb

Kind of gross, I know, but also cool! I saw this dandruff / build-up comb on TikTok, and couldn’t resist buying it. It actually works, and it’s so satisfying!! You just comb through your hair, hold the comb over the garbage or a tissue, and watch the build-up fall off the comb. I use a lot of gel and hairspray when I have wavy hair, so this is a great way to eliminate some of that build-up before I wash again!