Natalie's Notebook- February Recap

A stunning cookbook, the decoy effect, & a fun show to watch

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Welcome! This monthly newsletter is not just about recommendations, interesting articles, recipes, and fun finds; it’s about sharing a part of my life with you. When I write these, I like to imagine we are meeting in person for coffee, lunch, or a glass of wine to chat. So, pour yourself a drink, find somewhere comfortable to sit, and let’s get caught up. ☺️

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February Chit Chat ❤️

Last month felt like a big hug. 🥰 February was filled with so much connection, and I loved it! My extrovert cup felt full in the best way. Also, you may notice that I have new branding for Everyday Natalie! I was ready for a change—I’d had the previous one for almost ten years. I’m very happy with it!

Here are my February highlights:

• I’m continuing my decluttering project. I cleaned my laundry and medicine cabinets, and both look so tidy now.

• The February sunrises made waking up early worth it.

• Tony and I spent Valentine’s Day weekend together, visiting our favorite winery, meeting friends for dinner, and hiking.

• I booked flights for upcoming trips and look forward to traveling.

• As I mentioned, February was replete with social interactions: lunch with friends, several dinners with friends, book club, FaceTime calls, and a visit to see my friend’s baby.

• Tony and I attended the local Philharmonic, which featured selections from Debussy, Prokofiev, and Gershwin. The performances were phenomenal!

February 2025

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Everyday Loves

• This electric candle lighter has replaced my matches. I love how easy it is to use.

• I’ve been applying this heel balm nightly to my feet, and now they’re baby-soft.

• This cookbook contains nourishing recipes, and the photography is stunning! The Artful Way to Plant-Based Cooking

• This has been a fun show to watch- High Potential. We watch via Hulu.

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Noteworthy Links

• I saw this recipe for homemade chocolate syrup and want to make it ASAP.

• Are you familiar with Quince? I’ve purchased clothes and sunglasses from this brand, so I found this article interesting: Is Quince a Good Clothing Brand?- How Quince, the one-stop shop for everything from cashmere sweaters to caviar, seduced a generation of jaded shoppers.

• To help with your traveling plans for this year: The 50 Best Places to Travel in 2025.

• What is the decoy effect at restaurants? Five Tricks Restaurants Use To Get You To Spend More

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From the Kitchen

Here are some delicious things I made last month:

1. My 8-Year-Old Made This Chili. I love trying new chili recipes, and this one tasted delicious!

2. Whole 30 Chicken Soup. This soup is loaded with veggies and so flavorful.

3. Sheet Pan Mustard Salmon and Veggies. Oh my goodness, this one is a keeper! The vinaigrette is divine!

4. Double Chocolate Olive Oil Cookies. These cookies are rich and fudgy.

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May your March bring you the marvelous signs of spring!

With love, Natalie xx

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“I am doing something I learned early to do, I am paying attention to small beauties, whatever I have–as if it were our duty to find things to love, to bind ourselves to this world.” - Sharon Olds

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