Favorite Things

The prettiest earrings for Valentine's Day, my newest Netflix obsession, and hitting peak fitness after 40.

Hi everyone,

Needless to say, my thoughts have been with Los Angeles all week. It’s been very difficult to helplessly watch the massive destruction and loss from the East Coast; to my readers in the LA area, know that I am hoping and praying every day for your safety and well-being. My heart also bleeds for the helpless animals and wildlife impacted by the fires. I have made donations to Pasadena Humane and World Central Kitchen and am in awe of the tremendous efforts being made by so many good people during this horrific time.

I wasn’t sure if I should send this newsletter out in light of such horrible news from the West Coast, but I know firsthand that a moment of levity and distraction can be a lifeline during hard times. I hope that no matter where you are, you’re finding a little peace and quiet today. Here are a few things that I’m into lately:

How to Hit Peak Fitness After 40

My skin is painfully dry in the winter and this body butter is saving me right now (psst, use code LAURENKR10 for 10% off your first order!).

I baked this Apple, Almond, Cardamom cake (pic above) today (from one of my very favorite Substacks, by the way) - so easy and so good.

Fellow introverts, you’re going to love the Swedish tradition of Fredagsmys (translation: Friday Coziness).