Happy last Friday of Maycember!!
This week has felt like a perfect snapshot of end-of-school-year chaos. The kids wrapped up their last two EOG tests (hallelujah, that’s one major mental tab I can finally close), but we’re still knee-deep in the madness. I’m somehow prepping for summer camps while juggling graduation parties, school events, and what feels like a million other things happening over the next seven days. I am literally counting down the DAYS (it’s 11!) until I can turn off Parent Square notifications for the summer!

In non-school news, swim team is in full swing, which means sprinting off the bus straight to the pool, late dinners, and summer bedtimes (even though we’re still technically in school mode). I love watching the kids swim and Thomas is even complaining a lot less about it this season (win!)!
We’ve got a jam-packed weekend ahead. Somehow we’re all headed in different directions with parties, golf, a concert, and a brunch—but on Sunday we’ll be back together to celebrate Mabel turning two with a little backyard pool pawty (weather permitting) with her best furry friends.
In Case You Missed It
This week I shared…
- These Spicy Pretzels couldn’t be easier to make and are totally addictive! Once you make them, you’ll be whipping them up for pretty much any get-together (holiday hosting, mahjong snack, summer parties, game day, etc.). And they are extremely giftable (great for teachers, neighbors, party favors, or anyone who loves a tasty snack)!
- My updated Summer Sleepaway Camp Packing List is loaded with tried-and-true tips and packing hacks to make summer camp run smooth (for you and your camper)! I added a few new awesome tips we learned last year!
- In this month’s Coffee with Christina I shared five little things that have really made me happy lately – from candlelight taco nights to when Mabel checks in on our walks.
- If you missed it on Instagram, this short and sweet reel of Caroline’s Glow Party captures all the glitter, slime, and dancing – and exactly why this was a peak girlhood moment for the books.
Recipe Spotlight
Re-sharing the Jennifer Aniston Friends Salad — the viral salad that Jennifer Aniston ate every day, for 10 years while on-set of the Friends show (allegedly)! Regardless, it’s so good and a perfect summer salad!
Reader Top 5 Favorite Items This Week
It’s always so fun to see what y’all love most each week – and there were some clear favorites this week!
- Topping the list? The Sunny Honey Bali Bronzing Foam by Coco & Eve!!! I am so obsessed with this self tanner. I love the shade dark and it’s honestly the prettiest tan I’ve ever had—super natural, glowy, and even (zero streaks, zero orange vibes). It smells good, gives a little instant glow when you apply, and develops into a deeper, gorgeous bronze over the next few hours. Tip: You must use a mitt—I usually skip it, but trust me, you’ll regret it if you don’t. Use my code CHRISMAR15 for 15% off if you wanna try it!
- Y’all loved these gorgeous outdoor wicker planters – they are such an easy way to elevate your porch! Just drop some spring flowers or a plant inside, and your outdoor space will feel so pulled together!
- I knew these fly fans would be a hit again this year – they’re my favorite for keeping bugs off our food when dining outside all summer!
- My Mosquito Buckets of Doom are still going viral and these Mosquito Dunks are the key ingredient, so you can enjoy your outdoor space mosquito-free this summer!
- And finally, a lot of you grabbed this Agave after I shared my favorite recipe for How To Make A Classic Margarita. This clean, simple, and organic agave is my go-to for margs!
Let’s dive into this week’s five…
1. May Supper Club
A snap from the loveliest little alfresco supper club at McKinsey’s last week! It was such a wonderful night – as always!
2. Party On A Bike!
Last weekend, a group of 7 neighborhood couples got together to celebrate our friend Megan’s birthday with a party…on a bike! For two hours, we pedaled through Charlotte’s South End on a party bike, jamming out to good music and stopping at a few bars along the way! It was part workout (for those actually pedaling), part moving dance party, and 100% hilarious. Highly recommend this for a fun and unique group activity with friends!
My favorite stop on our biking adventure? Hands down Folia – a hidden gem cocktail bar in South End with the most incredible vibes and even better espresso martinis! At first glance, it looks like you’re walking into a plant shop…but tucked behind the foliage is a stunning cocktail bar with a killer DJ and the dreamiest atmosphere!! I am dying to return for their bougie brunch!
3. Synergistically Seasoned Popcorn
You will either love or hate this seasoned popcorn at Trader Joe’s right now! It’s salty, tangy, a little sweet, a little spicy, and completely addictive in the weirdest way. During my last trip, shoppers were buying it by the case! Apparently, it’s seasonal and doesn’t return every year, so if you see it, grab it to try!
4. Mahjong, Martinis & Mosquito Buckets
I recently hosted McKinsey for the most fun mahjong lunch to celebrate a small win that felt big – my mosquito bucket reel went viral (again)!
Last year, McKinsey shared her mosquito bucket tutorial with me, and when I posted it, it blew up! A few weeks ago, I re-shared my tutorial while making my buckets for the summer…and boom…viral again!
So we celebrated. Because in this weird, wonderful job with no coworkers, sometimes you have to create your own little office party moments.
I put together the girliest lunch filled with our favorite things – fancy salads and the best truffle fries from 131 Main, pear martinis, and of course, Siamese mahjong! It was such a fun afternoon.
Bam Bird Glasses + My Mahjong Tiles
AND we finally got to break in my Bam Bird Cocktail Glasses, which are completely ridiculous, hilarious to drink from, annoying to clean, and honestly? I love them SO MUCH.
If your house rule is to “cheers” every time a bam bird is discarded, you probably need these.
5. Straw Situation: Solved
Matt installed this acrylic straw organizer inside our cup cabinet this week, and it’s been such a simple but satisfying upgrade. No more rogue straws rolling around inside the drawer, and they are organized and easy to grab!
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