The sky is blue, birds are chirping, and that can only mean one thing…it’s time to shop!

Because I believe in full disclosure, I will tell you that none of the following were provided by companies or sponsors and I am not being paid for my opinions on these items. I should also be clear and state that I am not above being paid for said items. Just sayin’.

Without further ado, here is my list of favorite things for spring!

1. Corona Light

Okay, I like this all year through, but on a sunny day when the mercury hits 72 degrees, this beer starts yelling for me to come get it out of the refrigerator. It’s true. It screams, even.

2. Softball

My daughter’s favorite sport and my favorite to watch, maybe because we sometimes take a cooler (see #1). The only other sport she plays now is golf, which is also fun as long as I have a cart (see #1 again).

3. Flip-Flops

I have more flip-flops than you can imagine. I have flip-flop issues. Also, handbags. And, Corona Light.

New Balance Flip Flops from Famous Footwear

4. Flameless Candles

I love sitting outside amidst candlelight, but the wind doesn’t always cooperate. These look just like the real thing, but they run on batteries. Ha ha! Take that, wind!

Gerson Company Candles from Amazon.com

5. Portable Fire Pit

We have two of these and they both came with removable bowls that can be used for ice, so you can either use it as a firepit (s’mores!) or as a place to ice down your drinks (see #1).

Odesa Firepit from Target

6. The Dhara Dress from Athleta

Wear it with aforementioned flip-flops, flats or Chuck Taylors, a cardigan or a jean jacket. This dress is soft, comfy, flattering and versatile. Need I say more? No, I need not.

7. Schick Quattro for Men Razor

First of all, yes, it’s for men. Men’s razors work better than women’s and when both sexes want to accomplish the same thing, I don’t understand why they see fit to market them differently. Bygones. I use this razor every single day and never get a nick. If you’re going to wear shorts or capris, you’re going to have to shave, and please…if you’re going to wear flip-flops, don’t forget the toe hair. There, I said it.

8. Blue, sparkly nails

I’m on a blue kick and a sparkly kick so this is the best of both worlds. With a blue base coat and this Revlon polish on top, my nails look like the color of the sky and they shine like the sun. Also, who likes clichés? *raises hand*

9. The ChickCAN Rack

Have you ever had beer-can chicken? It melts in your mouth and it’s as easy as drinking half of a beer (What? You have to!), sticking what’s left of it in this rack, then sitting a whole chicken on top. Rub in some seasonings, put it on your grill and you have a main dish that’s delicious. Plus, whole chickens are more inexpensive than buying breasts alone and you get more meat. Bonus!

Barbour ChickCAN Rack.

10. Cadbury Creme Eggs

If it weren’t for my doctor, I would eat my weight in these every spring. *shakes fist at milk chocolate*

Cadbury Creme Egg from Candy.com

Thanks a lot, high cholesterol. Thanks a lot.

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With Christmas fast approaching, I thought I would share some of my favorite products. If you’re looking for gift ideas, this is a good place to start. I wasn’t compensated by any of these companies and all of these items were purchased by me, for me. (Or, in the case of the pillow, by my husband, for me…so that he wouldn’t have to listen to me complain about my stiff neck anymore.)

1. Keen Coronado Shoes

Not since I had nice legs and platform heels, in 1993, have I received as many compliments on a pair of shoes. Plus, they are so comfortable! Fair warning, they took a few days to break in, but once the back of the shoe softened a little bit, they were perfect. I wear them every, single day.

2. Williams Sonoma Corkscrew

This is a newer model than the one I own, but it looks the same in design and price. Mine is a well-crafted, sturdy, mid-level priced corkscrew that gets a lot of use. Ahem. Simply the best corkscrew I have ever used.

3. Fleece scarf from Old Navy

If I’m going to wrap something around my neck, I want it to be soft. Plus, this scarf is so inexpensive that you can buy one in every color and pattern without breaking the bank.

4. Lands End fleece jacket

Speaking of soft…this is like wrapping yourself in clouds. It also keeps you warm and can be, easily, machine washed.

5. Stainless-steel tub (this one is from Target, but you can get them just about anywhere)

These tubs are a stylish way to ice down drinks for guests, hold firewood next to your fireplace or roll up blankets for storage in your family room. Everything looks good when displayed in one!

6. Running skirt from Athleta

Sure, you’ll need some tights under this for winter, but once spring comes, you can wear it alone. I have three words for you…Doesn’t. Ride. Up.

7. Symmetry Candleholders from Partylite

It’s a vase! It’s a pillar holder! Its contents can change with the season (seashells, pine cones, Christmas ornaments, lemons)! If you fancy versatility, this candleholder is for you.

8. Tempur-Pedic pillow

You know how some people take their pillow with them when they go out of town? I used to make fun of them until I got this. It’s amazing. The end.

9. Logitech wireless mouse

My hand touches this mouse more than any other thing throughout the day. My job would take me four times as long if I used the built in mouse on my laptop. At least.

10. Flavored vodka

Tasty, no-carb and low-calorie, these vodkas make the perfect mixer with your favorite diet soda or low-sugar juice. My favorite? Blueberry vodka, diet-Fresca and a splash of grape juice. Mmm…

As a matter of fact, I think one of those drinks is calling me right now.

Happy shopping, everyone!

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