Happy Friday, friends, and cheers to the long weekend! I’ll be honest, my heart is feeling weary. It’s as though the last 18 months have been one devastating thing after another, overlapping sorrow and chaos that compound to create a never-ending sense of confusion, disbelief, and heartache.
It’s like we started out with a 100-meter dash, that’s turned into a marathon with no finish line, and my stamina is starting to fray. I recognize my life is packed with privilege, but I’m overwhelmed trying to keep up and keep it all together.
But admitting and recognizing that is healing in itself. None of us is superhuman, and the gravity of it all is bound to weigh us down. Our worries and concerns may not all be the same, but our hearts ache together, and there’s something consoling in that.
If you’re feeling similar, know you aren’t alone, and your feelings are valid and worth recognizing. I hope we’re all able to find moments of rest and peace this weekend.
And of course it wouldn’t be a holiday weekend without incredible sales! Literally every retailer is offering deep discounts, and here are a few of my favorite sale finds from around the web…
one. Jean Jacket // two. Leopard Ruffle Blouse
three. Snap Fleece Pullover (Up to 35% off!) //Â four. Fave Pocket Tee (Up to 40% off!)
five. Glycolic Acid Peel Pads (20% off!) //Â six. Intense Hydrating Mask (20% off!)
seven. Open Front Cardigan //Â eight. Serene Morning Henley Tee & Shorts (30% off!)
nine. High Waist Skinny Jeans (50% off!) // ten. Sports Bra (Up to 60% off!)
eleven. Mixed Hoop Earrings (20% off!) // twelve. Sneakers
thirteen. Star Necklace (20% off!) // fourteen. Oversized Plaid Flannel
Just about every retailer has prices slashed, here’s my top list of the best sales!
BEST LABOR DAY WEEKEND SALES //
Anthropologie // 20% off furniture and decor
Backcountry // Up to 60% for select brands, up to 35% off camping gear, up to 25% off new gear
Barrington Gifts // 15% off with code HELLOFALL
BudhaGirl // 15% off site-wide with code HISUGARPLUM. This includes my favorite all-weather bangles!
Colleen Rothschild //Â 20% off everything with code LABORDAY; I can’t live without my Jumbo Radiant Cleansing Balm, Intense Hydrating Mask, or the Glycolic Acid Peel Pads!
Gap // 30% off your purchase, plus an extra 50% off sale styles with code SALE
Gibsonlook // $2o tees and tops, $25 blouses, $30 dresses and jumpsuits, plus 15% off eligible items with code SUGARPLUM15
J.Crew // 40% off your purchase with code HELLOFALL
J.Crew Factory // Up to 60% off site-wide, plus an extra 15% off on orders $125+ with code YAY
Kate Spade // Extra 30% off sale styles with code SOLONGSUMMER
Kendra Scott // 20% off everything, including fine jewelry
LOFT // 50% off 2 or more full-priced styles with code YIPPEE
Nordstrom // New markdowns recently added
Old Navy // Up to 50% off store-wide
Serena & Lily // Free shipping on everything with code YOUPICK
SOMA // BOGO 50% off select bras, 6 for $39 select panties
Talbots // 25% off your purchase, plus 60% off clearance
Victoria Emerson // BOGO Free from the Sheaffer Told Me To x VE Collection!
Wayfair // Up to 70% off clearance
This is pretty much the tip of the iceberg… if they’re an online retailer, then you can assume they’ll be having a sale! I’ll try to update this post throughout the weekend as new things pop up. I hope it’s helpful to have them together like this.
If you’re looking for more of my recent finds, check out my August Amazon Haul HERE, and a roundup of outfit ideas HERE.
See you back here next week for more fun! Happy holiday weekend, lovebugs!
What a wonderful, consoling message. I don’t want to complain because, like you, my life is privileged. But, as you say, I sometimes feel so overwhelmed by the world. It does help to know others feel the same way. You perfectly articulate what’s in my head. Have a peaceful, restorative weekend!
Thank you so much, Mary Jane, I hope you get to do the same! xo, C
Cassie thank you for your honesty. I’ve noticed recently that I am feeling the same way. Your blog is a bright spot in my day – thank you for giving that to us. To better days ahead!
Thank you so much, Christine. <3
I’ve been feeling the same these last few weeks. Trying to put one foot in front of the other and keeping the “noise” to a minimum.
It’s hard… feeling a lot of things right now! It’s ok to take a timeout for a bit. xo, C
Yes, it has been a difficult time. I, too, live a privileged life. I retired at 57 after years of hard work and good decisions. Recently though, I made a deliberate decision to appreciate and enjoy the little things in life. Things like fresh peaches, homemade soups, even washing floors, and doing laundry. I’m not sure if it’s enduring the political unrest, the pandemic, or perhaps knowing that life is short and every day needs to be enjoyed like it may be our last. Our greatest joy is our grandchildren. Hold tight everybody – make the most of the positives and the negatives have a way of fading away. We are all stronger than we know.
This was beautiful, Lyn <3 <3 xo, C
Thank you for sharing your journey last year when your dear son went off to college! Our eldest son just moved into his dorm this weekend and oh my mamma heart. I know it gets better….easier….as we adjust. I’ll Ed the photo of you hugging him goodbye.‘I felt that this weekend.’