It’s a simple fact: there are certain home essentials every stylish man needs to buy.

If you don’t own these, can you even call yourself a stylish man?

You’re good when it comes to your wardrobe, but chances are you’re dropping the ball in other important areas.

Is your home life as stylish as it could be?

This is the place you’re going to find out. Today, we're covering 10 men’s home essentials that most guys overlook.

In this article, you’ll find these home essentials:

1. Life-Changing Books
2. Condoms
3. A Stylish Man’s Watch
4. The Perfect Wardrobe
5. Luxury Pajamas
6. An Electric Toothbrush – Essential For Every Home
7. Cooking Utensils
8. Essential Tools For The Home
9. A Soft Cotton Handkerchief
10. A Quality Mattress For Better Sleep

#1. Life-Changing Books

There’s never been a better time to catch up on reading. Books exercise our brains the same way weights exercise our muscles.

Remember that novel you never read on or that self-help book you recently bought? I bet you’re collecting dust on the bookshelf.

Pick them up and give them a read!

Whether for work or play, here are just a few ways reading improves the brain:

• It Boosts memory
• Can Stop stress
• Lengthens life

In the words of Tyrion Lannister:

“A mind needs books like a sword needs a whetstone.”

#2. Condoms

Yes, you read correctly – stock up on condoms.

Hanging out at home with your partner is fantastic – spending time with the person you love is something we often take for granted! So let’s be frank – this quality time inevitably leads to quality bedroom time.

Great, right?

Sure – but this isn’t the time to get reckless.

You might be married or in a long-term relationship, but you should still practice the very same habits for safe sex that you always have. The only difference here is that you might have much more of it with one person – increasing the risk of a happy little accident!

Buy condoms – make sure the supplies last.

#3. A Stylish Man’s Chronograph

You knew watches would feature on this list sooner or later. A man should always own at least one quality dress watch.

I can already hear the confusion: ‘Antonio – why is a watch a men’s home essential?'

To tell the time, of course.

Let’s use the example of war. In the movie 1917, when the messengers reach the Lieutenant who shows them the way across the battlefield, the officer asks them what day it is. Isolated in the trenches, they had no concept of time aside from night and day.

The same can happen when you’re at home for long periods. You can lose track of time quickly without a routine. A watch eliminates that problem.

#4. The Perfect Wardrobe

What do you wear at home?

The Oxford dictionary defines a uniform as “a particular set of clothes that has to be worn by the members of the same organization or group of people.”

In your case, you’re a member of a stylish men's syndicate. You’re an RMRS fan!

For us stylish guys, this ‘uniform' is the outfit that boosts our confidence to help us tackle the challenges ahead. It’s the look that makes us feel powerful – whether we’re at the office or in our own homes.

Not only can this help with confidence, but building a perfect wardrobe also simplifies your routine. Knowing what combination of clothes you’ll be wearing cuts down on the time it takes to choose an outfit – increasing productivity.

#5. Carefully Chosen Pajamas

Pajamas aren’t something I usually cover at RMRS. I typically focus on what makes you look great in the real world.

However, comfy home-wear is essential when it comes to quality relaxation, and many men forget this.

You may as well get comfortable in pajamas and a good robe – so what materials should you choose? Here are a few options:

• Lightweight cotton – The most common choice for comfy pajamas.
• Flannel – Excellent for the wintertime if you’re looking to get cozy.
• Knit – VERY warm and soft to the touch.
• Broadcloth – A heavier woven fabric commonly sold in matching sets.

Make sure you wear what relaxes you the most.

#6. An Electric Toothbrush – Essential For Every Home

Why are electric toothbrushes considered men’s home essentials over standard manual ones?

Simple: because they’re better.

Numerous studies found that electric toothbrushes cut down on plaque more effectively than traditional ones. We’re talking by up to 21%.

They can also benefit men who suffer from conditions that limit mobility, such as carpal tunnel and arthritis.

What’s more, electric toothbrushes waste fewer materials since you can easily replace the head instead of dumping the entire brush.

Take this time to invest in those chompers.

#7. Cooking Utensils

It’s time to check the kitchen and make sure you have these home essentials.

Don’t be caught empty-handed if take-out isn’t an option. Let’s run through a quick checklist:

• Non-stick frying pan
• Saucepan
• One glass baking dish
• Measuring spoons
• Whisk
• Peeler
• Tongs
• Cutting board
• Chef's knife
• Serrated knife
• Paring knife

It’s not a long list – but ensuring you have these bare kitchen essentials will allow you to cook confidently and produce some pretty fantastic meals.

#8. Essential Tools For The Home

Has your wife complained about your handyman skills recently? It may be time to brush up.

Watch YouTube tutorials, learn the terminology, and get the tools.

It isn’t easy to decide what tools to buy when so much can go wrong in the house. However, here’s what you need to build a men’s home essentials tool kit:

• A 16-ounce, claw hammer
• Phillips and flat head screwdrivers
• A 6 and 8 inch adjustable wrench
• Razor sharp utility knife
• Sturdy Pliers
• A retractable tape measure

Tackle those repairs, gents!

#9. A Soft Cotton Handkerchief

A handkerchief is a great addition to my men’s home essentials list. Why? It’s often overlooked, but it’s also elegant, sanitary, and less wasteful.

You can keep one of these beauties in a pocket, and when you need to sneeze, cough, or touch something you’d rather not, you’re covered.

Save money and the environment by using a handkerchief instead of disposable tissues. Sure, a box of tissues will do, but they look ugly, and they’re not reusable.

Look classy, save money and preserve the planet by using a handkerchief instead.

#10. A Quality Mattress For Better Sleep

A person spends an average of 26 years sleeping throughout a lifetime. An additional 7 years go on trying to get to sleep in the first place.

A new mattress eliminates stress, according to a 2009 study. The mattress quality produces a tangible increase in sleep quality, decreasing physical and mental pain.

It’s an obvious benefit, but falling asleep faster in a comfy bed results in more sleep and far less stress!

Just make sure you get the correct mattress for your body. A good all-round mattress is the medium-firm, memory-foam topped mattress. This class of mattress provides good support without making you feel like you’re sleeping on a rock.

Unsure what size to buy? Check out these measurements:

• Full – 54 inches x 75 inches
• Queen – 60 inches x 80 inches
• King – 76 inches x 80 inches
• California King – 72 inches x 84 inches

When it comes to style, it’s vital to remember these men’s home essentials. The fact is, these are non-negotiables if great style is your ultimate goal.

A quick bonus tip for you: try out comfortable house slippers. They’re a game-changer when it comes to home comfort – trust me.

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As an avid Instagram scroller, devout Rico Nasty stan, and secret admirer of early 2010s’ emo Myspace culture, it was only a matter of time before a pair of chunky, delightfully cartoonish Moon Boots entered my orbit. Interestingly enough, when one exits the fashion-sphere, these (inter)stellar kicks, aka controlled ankle motion boots, can be found stabilizing ankle injuries around the globe. However, when placed atop Dua Lipa‘s feet, complementing the aforementioned Rico Nasty‘s OOTDs, or spotted at New York Fashion Week, we refer to them as the trendiest footwear of the early 2020s.

So I, your average Earth dweller, thought it best to try some on for size — and more specifically, see if I can manage to walk the walk in them for a month around New York City. Below, learn all about the vast Moon Boots universe, see the three different ways I styled my own pair of Icons, and prepare for blast off in three, two, one.

Wait a minute, what are Moon Boots?

My social circle was actually surprised to find out Moon Boots were not just a style of shoe, but a legitimate brand started by Giancarlo Zanatta back in 1969 (ahem, the same year Apollo 11 successfully landed on the great gibbous). Despite the retailer’s early start, we noticed the footwear picking up traction on social media last year and continuing into 2022. You, yourself, can find them with limited availability on sites like SSENSE, Saks Fifth Ave, Farfetch, and even Zappos. However, if you want a full pick of the litter, moonboot.com is your best bet.

When I see a Moon Boot, I imagine Neil Armstrong’s spacesuit, an UGG boot, and some wellies having a comfy ménage à trois — but in actuality, per Moon Boot’s site, they are $140 to $300 expertly-crafted snow boots that “riff on high technology astronaut wear.” If you find yourself in Tundra-esque climates often, then you’re in luck. The retailer’s most recognizable pairs, the Icon & Icon Lows, are insulated, 100% water-repellant, equipped with suction pads on their rubber tread soles, and can be worn on either feet. They also come in a myriad of colorways and were meant to easily slide on and off your toes (if you’re in between any of the size ranges, make sure to go up one rather than down). I personally can attest to how lightweight my Icons are and how those rubber soles maintain an impressive amount of traction throughout slushy NYC streets.   

Look #1: Astronaut Off-Duty

Which brings us to my first look that I like to call astronaut off-duty. I’ll be honest, after wearing my boots exclusively around my apartment in pajamas, when it was time to style them for the concrete jungle, I panicked. It was a sunny but 45 degree Saturday in NYC — meaning shivering in the shadows but perspiring in a jacket under the sun — and my friend and I had shopping in SoHo confirmed on the docket. So, I emulated celebrities’ denim-free looks and opted for a pair of discontinued American Apparel joggers, a cream Zara turtleneck sweater, the Shopping team’s favorite Free People puffer jacket, and a simple black & Other Stories shoulder bag.

Let’s just say, “one small step for man” does not apply to these shoes. Each footprint felt larger than the next once I hit the sidewalk. I’m a US size 9 and went for the EU 39/41 range, which I don’t regret. However, my key to surviving a day’s worth (12,421 steps) in these boots is: Lace. Them. Tight. After I constricted the strings around my ankles, I felt totally comfortable moon-walking throughout the crowded streets of Manhattan. Bonus: a style savvy Aritzia employee stopped me to excitedly ask: “Oh my god, are those moon boots?!”

Look #2: Cosmic Curduroy

This funky light-turquoise Urban Outfitters corduroy puffer jacket might be the top-complimented garment in my closet — and, in my opinion, it creates sweet, sweet harmonies with my cream Icons. Perhaps it’s because both pieces echo snowy, oversized ski slope fashion or both have equally icy undertones, but I loved the way they complemented one another. To not distract from their love affair, I plopped on a pair of plain straight leg black denim jeans (thrifted), a simple black Zara turtleneck, and my prized Gucci bag. I was nervous that my attire would not be well received at the traditional Italian restaurant my friend and I reserved a table at, but upon entering, a waitress chimed, “I love those boots!” and quelled any lingering self-conscious thoughts.

Look #3: Sonic BOOM

For the last look, I wanted to carry-out my pastel, extra-femme fantasy and go loud. Also, by this point, I’d worn my Moon Boots to the grocery store, the cafe, etc., so, I no longer felt odd sporting them like this on a casual Thursday afternoon. I wore my lavender Aritzia knit sweater dress, tried & true UO corduroy puffer jacket, black ribbed tights from who knows where, wrapped it all together with a Behno pastel yellow shoulder bag and of course, an iced oat milk latte.

After one month of wear, the boots are not scuffed, not off-color, or any less comfortable. I think I flaunt them so often now because they are truly cozy and pure fun fashion. And, although they keep my shins warm in the cold, you will see me perusing the streets in my pair with ankle socks, bare legs, and a cute spring-y outfit. Full transparency, they will probably hibernate in my closet during the incoming sweltering hot NYC summer.

By the end of my experiment, my goal was not necessarily to get you, the reader, to buy these galactic booties, but instead debunk why astronaut couture is flooding the streets. My answer? Moon Boots are secretly just elevated loungewear slippers blessed with rugged rubber soles that make them fun to scoot around town in. Needless to say, I’ll be wearing mine from now, to infinity, and beyond.

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Say goodbye to hefty shipping fees to get official K-pop merch sent from overseas —  Nordstrom is currently sitting on some top-notch apparel and accessories from ultra-famous Korean boy band BTS. While the merch collection was announced back in February, there are — surprisingly! — some styles still in stock, but knowing the ultra-famous group’s frenzied following, the goods won’t be around for much longer. The collection features everything from cozy sweatpants to fuzzy bucket hats, all decorated with subtle references from songs like "Boy with Luv" amd "Butter."

Whether you're a casual BTS listener or a hardcore stan who collects all the swag, the ability to get your merch fix from a tried-and-true shop like Nordstrom is a total win, and we're sure this is only the beginning of K-pop offerings making their way to Western retail chains. (See: K-pop girl group Blackpink's nearly sold-out collection for H&M.) While much of the beloved band’s goods sold out quickly, click ahead to see which items you can still add to cart — ASAP.

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Thanks to the immortal words of Ross Geller, taking a relationship break carries certain connotations (most of them negative). Agreeing to some time apart to reconfigure what each partner wants from the relationship is routinely branded the kiss of death for romantic endeavors — the precursor to a breakup. What is rarely discussed is the potential for individual growth, healing, and a reevaluation of shared goals for the relationship.

Counseling Directory member Sean Tierney cites these as important factors to consider when it comes to discussing a relationship break. “For people who are perhaps unsure about the future of the relationship, what they want, what that future looks like, having the space and time to reflect separately can be healthy and useful for personal insight and to understand who you are, as a person, when not in the relationship.” He adds: “It can help us reflect on who we are, it can give us space to consider how important the relationship is, how balanced it is and, indeed, where we’d like to see changes.”

“We both learned how codependent we had become and the space allowed me to stand on my own two feet for the first time.”

Claire

A desire for wider reflection led 29-year-old Claire to enter into a break with her partner of three and a half years. Both unhappy in their jobs and the cities they were living in, their solutions took them to different countries, culminating in a two-year break. Although it was a difficult decision, Claire says that the distance made things clearer. “We both learned how codependent we had become and the space allowed me to stand on my own two feet for the first time. We had been together since my second year of university so I hadn’t really experienced being alone as an adult.”

This search for independence rings true for 36-year-old Kelly, who went on a break with her now-husband after four years together. “We were in varying degrees of a long-distance relationship and the pressure of my final year at university led to us deciding to spend some time officially apart so we could be selfish and could focus on ourselves,” she says. The break only lasted six months, but Kelly says it helped the young couple massively. “We could have remained together and slowly let the relationship fall into resentment. Instead, the time apart made us a far better couple in the long run,” she says.

While some relationship breaks revolve around life circumstances, others are a response to the relationship going off course. Thirty-year-old Danielle’s decision to take a break from her partner of four years came from a heavier place. “I was putting myself under a lot of pressure as I had been incorrectly diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and had also been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and autism,” she says. “He was stressed because he was working shifts and never seeing me and I wasn’t listening even when we were arguing. It just became so toxic because we both didn’t know what to say or how to say it.”

“He was in a better job and I wasn’t suffering from PTSD anymore so the external pressures were off. We clicked and fell in love again and we were able to communicate that.”

Danielle

After deciding that a break was best and starting counseling, Danielle says she saw the experience more clearly. “I learned that communication isn’t easy and that if two people are struggling they both need therapy to learn how to communicate better,” she says. When it came to reuniting two years down the line, Danielle says that the work they had each put in was evident. “He was in a better job and I wasn’t suffering from PTSD anymore so the external pressures were off. We clicked and fell in love again and we were able to communicate that [to each other].”

Although a combination of personal growth and circumstantial changes helped bring them back together, Danielle says she is taking the refreshed relationship one step at a time. “We agreed to start seeing each other but not live together,” she says, adding that her partner still has work to do when it comes to communication and trust. They are moving in the right direction though, and Danielle’s partner has agreed to see a private therapist after denying requests for couples therapy. “For now we are taking it slow, and that works for us,” says Danielle.

Navigating reunification may feel overwhelming, but according to Sean it’s useful to focus on how the relationship changes will be implemented and making sure they are communicated clearly and empathetically. “To ensure the changes stay consistent, there could be a two-pronged rationale: communicate how the changes are working, feeling and practically helping and not being too fixated on all the changes staying in place,” he says. “Some may feel less important in practice and some may feel vital to maintaining a healthy, balanced relationship.”

“We were able to set new expectations, appreciate each other more than we had previously, and know we were fully committed.”

Kelly

For Claire, reuniting with her partner after two years meant working around logistical changes. Theirs is now a long-distance relationship. “In a way, it’s been an easy transition from our new, independent lives as we’re in different countries. But if anything, being long distance has made our communication better than ever and we set time aside every day for each other,” she says. Meanwhile Kelly says that coming back together after six months apart meant working to implement newfound life lessons. “We were able to set new expectations, appreciate each other more than we had previously, and know that we were fully committed,” she says.

Like many relationship-related decisions, going on a break isn’t to be underestimated and there is no one-size-fits-all formula for success. This means keeping an open line of communication in regard to the future of the relationship. “You can’t put any timelines on it,” says Claire, highlighting the importance of a clear set of guidelines from the start. “Set boundaries for talking and decide early on whether you both feel comfortable staying in touch because we all know seeing your ex ‘thriving’ on social media can be upsetting.”

Kelly agrees, having experienced her share of “mixed emotions and ‘friendly’ coffees” during her six-month pause. Her advice? Make sure that both parties are clear about why the break is taking place. “This should be based on individual needs rather than focused on any failures you see in your partner,” says Kelly. “That way you can spend the time apart making sure you are moving forward personally, rather than expecting — and relying — on the other person to change.”

A break has the potential to end in two very different scenarios, but for some people it can be absolutely the correct decision to ensure a healthy future for the relationship. “At the time it was the most difficult and upsetting time in my life because we still loved each other a lot. Looking back on it now, however, it was a positive experience as we’re now both very clear on what we want in this new stage of our relationship,” says Claire.

Reflecting on her situation, Kelly feels the same. “When we got back together, the renewed commitment was even more significant than before — especially as we were so young when we met. I think it enabled us to be more honest with each other and communicate better,” she says. The only problem they faced was navigating their loved ones’ opinions. “Some friends and family thought it was a bad idea to get back together, mainly because it rarely works. But we knew that if we did, it wouldn’t be a decision taken lightly.” Nine years of marriage down the line, it seems to be working out.

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One of my everyday springtime staples is a classic white button down. I own a variety of styles, including traditional, crinkled, pintucked, and poplin. A classic shirt is always nice, but finding one with added details like a ruffled collar or embroidery is always special. Lately, I have loved this peasant style, worn with denim, skirts, and cropped white pants. Take a peek below at more of my favorite classic white button downs available now!

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You never want something until you can’t have it. So, each week in The Sell-Out, we’re getting the scoop from your favorite retailers on what’s selling like crazy. Watch this space to find out what everyone’s buying, sign up for waitlists, and keep tabs on restocks.

It’s no secret that Everlane has us pining for everyday wardrobe staples we never knew we needed. One particular case in point is the brand’s version of the low block “granny” heel — also known at the The Italian Leather Day Heel — which takes the easy-breezy silhouette of a rounded ballet flat and stacks it with a two-inch chunky heel. The resulting combination is a classy shoe in a smooth leather finish that makes any outfit look put-together without entering too-fancy territory. It also offers a solidly comfortable boost without that wibble-wobble feeling you get from other non-block heels.

The Italian Leather Day Heel (Black), $145

Like many Everlane fans, we thought this low-key chic heel was a bygone style after it sold out in December of 2020 — while the shoe hadn’t been on the site in over two years, it boasted a 28,000-person waitlist across three sell-outs in the previous five years (before the product page went dark). But, much to our delight, the heel has returned in three neutral colorways of black, bone, and taupe in women’s shoe sizes 5–11 — and the restock is already causing a frenzy, with a quarter of the inventory depleted within the first week of the re-launch.

And if the impressive ranking of 4.42 out of 5 stars out of 4,932 reviews is any indication, this cult heel is surely click-clacking its way to best-selling status once again. (We must say, this timing is ideal with many springtime back-to-office policies rolling out after two years of the WFH pivot.) “Lives up to the hype! So comfortable and didn’t need any ‘breaking in’ time,” wrote Everlane.com reviewer Kavita. “Went back to work after a year of wearing trainers so needed something comfy, stylish and versatile and this one ticks all the boxes.”

The Italian Leather Day Heel (Bone), $145

One thing to note is that the shoe overall fits narrow — some reviewers say it runs true to size while others say they’ve sized up — so be sure to check out the sizing details before you purchase. The ever-so-attentive brand has even broken down which sizes tend to run big, which sizes run true, and which sizes run small to help shoppers make an informed decision.

“Bring it back! The leather is sumptuous and the style transcends ever-changing trends. I would purchase more pairs in a heartbeat. Unfortunately, I just heard the style was discontinued,” wrote reviewer Oldtownleonards back in April 2021. Well, Oldtownleonards, it’s your lucky day because this day-to-night heel is back — but for how long is anyone’s guess. Which is to say: Snag a pair today while all three colorways in all whole and half sizes that are still available (that is, as of this story’s publish).

The Italian Leather Day Heel (Light Taupe), $145

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Welcome to Money Diaries where we are tackling the ever-present taboo that is money. We’re asking real people how they spend their hard-earned money during a seven-day period — and we’re tracking every last dollar.

Today: a communications coordinator who has a joint income of $150,500 per year and spends some of her money this week on glasses.

Occupation: Communications Coordinator
Industry: Housing
Age: 25
Location: Seattle, WA
Joint Salary: $150,500 (My salary is $68,000, my husband’s is $82,500.)
Net Worth: $275,864.43 (Current home value: $654,701, car values: $34,398 combined, $8,005.40 in mutual funds, $15,941.53 in investments, $25,122 in combined savings, $7,713.49 in credit union savings, $29,447.02 combined retirement 401(k); $13,681.72 in company restricted stock units minus debt.)
Debt: $513,146.18 (mortgage balance)
My Paycheck Amount (2x/month): $2,154.62
My Husband’s Paycheck Amount (2x/month): $2,462.54
Pronouns: She/her

Monthly Expenses
Mortgage: $3,270.02 (mortgage + HOA fee)
Water/Sewage: $118.69
Electricity: $94.50
Gas: $17
Garbage: $47
Car Insurance: $91.62
Long-Term Care Insurance: $81 (We got this plan to opt-out of the WA Cares Fund, and I’m glad we did because it was extremely problematic.)
Health Insurance: $0 (Husband’s company pays.)
401(k): $264
Peloton Bike/App: $18.57 ($75 expensed through work.)
Spotify: $10
Seed Probiotic: $50
Bark Box: $28.67
Netflix/HBO Max/Hulu: Family shares logins
Therapy: $40 for my husband, $24 for me

Was there an expectation for you to attend higher education? Did you participate in any form of higher education? If yes, how did you pay for it?
Yes. My parents told me early on that attending college was my path and I never questioned it. I loved school, and college was the opportunity I needed to get out of my small town. I was fortunate enough that my parents paid for my college education. The one condition was that I needed to work during high school and college to make money for myself. My senior year of college was paid for with a credit union account and whatever was leftover I got to keep to jump-start my savings. I ended up finishing college a quarter early and that leftover money went to a new car and down payment on our house.

Growing up, what kind of conversations did you have about money? Did your parent/guardian(s) educate you about finances?
Honestly, not a lot. I was fortunate that money was not a huge concern in our household (that I knew of). However, I wish we had more useful conversations about insurance, budgeting, saving, etc.

What was your first job and why did you get it?
My first job was as a cashier at my family’s store. The store has been around for over 50 years. My brother and I both worked at the family business because we always had a job there. It was a good first job, fun to work with my dad, but it always felt lame compared to my friends who worked at coffee shops.

Did you worry about money growing up?
No. The only time I remember being worried was during the Great Recession of 2008. My parents were worried about our store. Everything turned out fine, but I remember being very worried that our business would go under.

Do you worry about money now?
All. The. Time. Which is funny, because my husband and I both have good, well-paying jobs. After we bought our townhome, we were really stressed about money. A mortgage was so much more than rent — even though we knew it was helping us build equity — and we were worried about being “house poor,” or only having money to buy a house and having nothing left for activities. That has not been the case so far and I love owning our home. But we do have to pay extra attention to where our money goes and how much we have at the end of the month. We want to start to rebuild our savings (since we spent almost all of it to buy a house), so there’s a lot of financial balancing that needs to happen to do so.

At what age did you become financially responsible for yourself and do you have a financial safety net?
I became financially independent after I graduated college at age 22. I started paying for my own rent, groceries, bills, you name it. I had a job at the time, so it was a good lesson on how to budget my money and learn what I could afford. It felt nice to be financially independent.

Do you or have you ever received passive or inherited income? If yes, please explain.
My husband received $50,000 from his family’s business. He was a part-owner in their physical office space, and when the company sold it, he got his share of the stake. It was a huge boost to his savings and helped us have the money to afford our house.

Day One

7:15 a.m. — I hear my husband, J., wake up to take the puppy out. We have an 11-week-old puppy, R., and we alternate nights of waking up for potty breaks, and it is J.’s night/morning. I sleep for a little while longer.

7:45 a.m. — I feel bad that J. has been dealing with the puppy all morning, so I force myself out of bed, take my morning medicine (thyroid and probiotic), brush teeth, change and head downstairs. R. is surprisingly calm, so I take him while J. makes us morning coffees with our Breville espresso maker — we used wedding money to purchase it and have never looked back. I’ve never been a morning person, but a puppy forces me to be one, and it’s nice to enjoy coffee together on the couch! I read and finish my book before my book club tonight.

9 a.m. — Grab a yogurt cup and log onto my computer to start the workday. It’s nice to have a short week due to a holiday yesterday, but there’s a lot to catch up on. Sadly, our department was reorganized and I was moved to a different team, so I actually don’t know what I’m supposed to be doing. I notice I’m almost out of my to-do list pages, so I order a new one from Amazon. I will always and forever be a person who likes to physically write things down and cross them off. $11.01

12 p.m. — Time for lunch! I have a 1 p.m .meeting so if I don’t eat now, I never will. Today is a salad with butter lettuce, chicken sausage, sautéed fingerling potatoes, cucumber, avocado, green onion, green olives, crumbled goat and sheep milk feta, and sunflower seeds, drizzled with olive oil and a squeeze of lemon. Today’s is kind of a hodge-podge of items, but this has been my go-to lunch lately and it feels/tastes so good!

3 p.m. — Done with meetings and still don’t have that much to do. I talked to my new team lead about this and he said not to worry and the work will come. R. has been chillin’ in his crate for a few good hours now (such a good boy!), so I take him out and reward him with a treat, love, and playtime. J. goes to our favorite coffee shop to pick up new coffee beans because we’re about to run out. We try to buy beans from local spots, even if it’s a little pricier. He comes home with two packs of beans and two small chai teas as a midday treat! $48.75

4:45 p.m. — R.’s January Bark Box arrived! We did a six-month subscription to test it out when we got him, and so far we love it. There are so many goodies inside! J. and I decide we’ll continue it indefinitely once our initial subscription is up.

5 p.m. — Laptop closed, time to workout! I jump rope for a bit and then hop on our Peloton for a 20-minute ride along with a cool-down ride and stretch. We splurged for the Peloton last summer, but I can expense the monthly payments as part of my company’s fitness reimbursement benefit so it’s basically free.

6:30 p.m. — I shower and do my skincare routine early tonight so I can put on my Isle of Paradise tanning oil. I switched to all clean beauty last year, and Biossance is my brand of choice. Once my face is ready, I head downstairs to cook dinner while J. works out. Tonight’s dinner is kung pao shrimp with rice and green beans — a staple in our house.

9 p.m. — I finish our monthly book club meeting! Our meetings usually end at 8:30, but we ended up chatting a little late today.

10 p.m. — Put R. in his crate for bedtime and J. and I finished the episode of SNL we started and then Brooklyn Nine-Nine. With a puppy, it’s been harder to carve out time for just us, so we’re both enjoying cuddling on the couch.

10:30 p.m. — We finish our shows and head upstairs to get ready for bed. Brush my teeth, take my sleeping pill, write in my one-question-a-day journal, and read The Last Green Valley until I can’t keep my eyes open. Fall asleep around 11:15.

Daily Total: $59.76

Day Two

7:30 a.m. — Wow, R. slept through the night! That rarely happens, it almost feels too good to be true. I wake up, brush my teeth, and change before letting him out. We head outside for a potty break and then I feed and play with him. He’s calm this morning, so I put him on my lap while I read for a little bit and enjoy hot water with lemon.

8:30 a.m. — J. is downstairs and makes us coffee with our new beans! We sit on the couch, talk, and watch videos of the Elmo/Rocco beef. I recently discovered this and I don’t know why, but I find it freaking hilarious.

9 a.m. — Yogurt cup acquired and laptop open. Time to start work! Think I’ll have another slow day, but we’ll see. Starting the day shadowing a call with a reporter on a story they’re working on about our company’s work-from-home policy, then team meetings and a one-on-one with my new manager later in the morning. My company has said we can work from home indefinitely, and I don’t think I’m ever going back to an office — they’re super flexible and it’s been the best.

11:30 a.m. — Finished meetings! My first meeting with my new manager went well. It’ll be a slow ramp up into my new role, but it’s intentional to learn my strengths and what I want to do. During my meeting, R. peed in the office. I couldn’t leave my meeting to take him out, so it’s not his fault, just annoying for me. I get out the Folex carpet cleaner, which is essentially magic, clean up the mess then take R. outside.

12 p.m. — I book a flight to Austin for a gals trip in April! My friends and I live all over so I’m glad we got a trip in the books (we’re all triple vaxxed). I use my Alaska wallet funds from canceled trips over the last year to book my flight so it’s no cost to me! I start defrosting chicken to make for lunch.

1 p.m. — Lunchtime! I sautée some chicken and make the same salad I did yesterday. Butter lettuce, chicken, sauteed potatoes, avocado, cucumber, sunflower seeds, green onion, crumbled feta with olive oil and a squeeze of lemon. I’m not usually a salad-every-day kind of person, but recently this has been hitting the spot.

2 p.m. — Okay, that salad didn’t hit quite like it did yesterday. Guess tomorrow I should mix it up for lunch! I get back to work while J. starts therapy (copay in monthly expenses since we always set this money aside).

4 p.m. — Done with my therapy, grab a snack of applesauce and sourmelon SmartSweets, and get back to work. J. and I both see therapists and it’s been one of the best decisions we’ve ever made. We both have some emotional trauma and issues with his family, and we both go to therapy to discuss it. It’s really helped me think deeper about my issues and not feel guilty for having certain feelings. And it’s reassuring to hear someone else say I’m not crazy for feeling the way I do. Mental health is a constant battle, but therapy helps.

5 p.m. — Laptop closed and head downstairs. I start losing steam so I let J. work out first and watch R. who’s being a bit of a maniac now. Once J. hops in the shower, I change into workout gear and jump rope. Then, I hop on the Peloton for a 20 minute HIIT ride followed by a cool down and stretch. Head back down to help with dinner. Fajita night tonight!

7 p.m. — We realize fajita night wouldn’t be complete without tortilla chips for our guac, so J. heads to the store down the road to pick some up, along with a bell pepper and dairy-free ice cream. $15.82

8:30 p.m. — Fajita night always slaps. After dinner we put the dishes away and clean the kitchen, and after, I hop in the shower. I wash my face with my Biossance cleanser, toner, eye cream, and finish with lactic acid night serum. I use this serum once a week mainly to preserve it, but also it makes Wednesdays seem special.

10:30 p.m. — We watch some TV and then head up to bed. Brush my teeth, take my sleeping pill, fill out my one-question-a-day journal, and read until my eyes can’t stay open.

Daily Total: $15.82

Day Three

8:20 a.m. — It’s J.’s morning to handle the pup, so I take this as an opportunity to keep sleeping. I feel super groggy and tired, but I brush my teeth, change, and head downstairs. As soon as I do, J. gets a work call and heads back up, so I play with R. He recently discovered a squeaker in his toy, which has kept him occupied.

9 a.m. — J. finishes up our coffees and I grab a yogurt cup and head upstairs to start work. Looks like another slow-ish day ahead. I’m pitching a press release — my last time before leaving the word of pitching research reports for corporate communications.

1 p.m. — Dang, busier day than anticipated! Reports, media inquiries, and meetings galore. J. and I both aren’t feeling super hot so I send him to Walgreens to find at-home COVID tests (spoiler alert: there are none). He grabs some DayQuil to get us through the day and we discuss where to get a COVID test just to be extra safe ($14.26). I take the pup out of his crate to go potty, and he stays downstairs with J. while I whip up the salad again — butter lettuce, chicken, sautéed potatoes, cucumber, green onion, feta, and sunflower seeds. Don’t know what happened yesterday, but it is divine right now. Head back upstairs with my lunch to continue working. $14.26

2 p.m. — Work, work, work. Time for a snack break! I sauté potatoes nice and crispy so they’re essentially potato chips and add some applesauce with cinnamon for a natural-ish sweet treat.

4:30 p.m. — Work has slowed way down, so I sign off a bit early today. I have to be up for an early meeting tomorrow, so it balances out. R. is starting to get lots of energy so I play with him for a little bit. I try to decide if I want to work out or not and decide to start with jump rope and see how I feel from there.

6:30 p.m. — The jump rope makes me feel much more awake and inspires me to do a Peloton barre class and stretch. I feel much better after working out! J. ordered pho and went to pick it up while I worked out, bless him. We turn on And Just Like That while we eat and munch on SmartSweets peach rings as a dessert. $29.31

9 p.m. — Settled down on the couch with R. on my lap watching Brooklyn Nine-Nine — these are the moments that make having a puppy worth it. I make chamomile tea, J. pops open dairy-free ice cream, and we enjoy a nice evening of nothing.

10 p.m. — We head upstairs for an early night. Crate R., do my skincare routine (cleansing brush to apply cleanser, toner, eye cream, moisturizer and facial oils), and fold the laundry we’ve been meaning to put away for well over a week. I pop my sleeping pill, write in my one-question-a-day journal, and read until my eyes stay permanently closed at 10:45.

Daily Total: $43.57

Day Four

6:45 a.m. — Alarm goes off. Man, I’m tired! Set this alarm to make an early morning media interview at 7 a.m. I take R. out for a potty break and hang downstairs where I wait for the call. Turns out, the person who was supposed to call me forgot, so I woke up for nothing. Not the best way to start a Friday.

7:30 a.m. — I change and load R. in the car for his vet appointment! He gets his second round of vaccines today, so we’re one step closer to walks and brewery time. R. does SO well at the vet and we’ll be watching him today to make sure he doesn’t have any reaction to the vaccines he received. I pay for his visit and thank the lord it isn’t as expensive as I was expecting. $101

8:30 a.m. — I forgot to bring the stool sample to the vet, so I drop R. off at the house and run back to the vet to drop that off. On the way home, I stop by Walgreens to pick up Benedryl and Nyquil. I also grab some goldfish. $19.01

9 a.m. — Laptop open, yogurt in hand, time to start work! I have a couple of media requests for interviews that I start to set up, and a few meetings this morning.

1 p.m. — Phew, it’s been a busy day! I feel like I’ve been nonstop since I signed on and I am exhausted. I head downstairs to make my usual salad.

2 p.m. — J. got a new prescription at the eye doctor this week and needs to order new glasses. Eye Buy Direct is having a buy-one-get-one sale, so he orders normal glasses and I get prescription sunglasses to cash in on the deal. My other pair broke on our honeymoon a couple of months ago and Eye Buy Direct is such a steal for prescription glasses. $102.88

4 p.m. — Quick work break to take R. on his first official walk! We meet a neighbor who introduces us to his daughter and dog and they play for a little bit. We don’t walk far (a weiner dog can only go so far!) and then drop him back off at the house and go for a real walk just the two of us. We try to walk during the workday when we can to get outside. The sun is out in Seattle today and we’re taking full advantage!

5 p.m. — Laptop closed, hello weekend! I stay on the couch and we put on Too Hot To Handle. I have no idea how this show has been going for THREE seasons, but it’s the kind of trashy TV that I love.

6:30 p.m. — I make us dinner of spaghetti and meatballs. I “homemade” the red sauce using a Lawry’s seasoning packet, tomato paste, and olive oil. It’s not really from scratch red sauce, but I refuse to eat spaghetti sauce that comes from a jar. I throw together a side salad of butter lettuce, apple, cucumber, and feta tossed in a balsamic vinaigrette. I polish the spaghetti off with fresh parmesan. I also pour us each a glass of red wine because it’s been a week.

7:30 p.m. — Second glass poured and we toss on Black Panther — we’re watching all the Marvel movies in timeline order… again. We’ve done this more than one time.

9 p.m. — Movie ends and we feel inspired to put on Avengers: Infinity War. Pour more wine, bust out the dairy-free ice cream. Crazy Friday night!

10 p.m. — Crate R. and head back downstairs to continue watching the movie, but both of us immediately fall asleep on the couch. We head upstairs where I wash my face (cleanser, toner, eye cream, moisturizer, and facial oil), answer my one-question-a-day, and finish the chapter in my book before I officially fall asleep around 11:30.

Daily Total: $222.89

Day Five

8 a.m. — Wow, R. slept through the night AGAIN! This has to be a trick and he’s going to start waking us up in the middle of the night. Since he slept in so late, J. and I both wake up and head downstairs. I never thought 8 a.m. would be “sleeping in” but here we are. Is this adulting?

10:45 a.m. — Finish the rest of Infinity War while sipping on coffees and eating over-hard fried eggs. J.’s birthday is on Tuesday, so I order a little dog bandana that says “Happy Birthday Dad” from Amazon. $12.12

12:30 p.m. — I do a quick jump rope routine, take R. on a very short, very slow walk (we’re still learning how to walk), and then hop on the bike for a 20-minute ride, cool down, and stretch. I choose not to shower cause a couple of our friends are stopping by to drop something off, and then we’re going to work in the backyard. We found out after we moved in, that the previous owners killed all the grass that was once there, installed a tarp, and put bark over the top. They also planted a heinous tree that has grown out of control. So we’re also planning on trimming it down and then cutting it down to remove the stump. The other owners didn’t want to maintain a yard, but I really want to garden this summer in something other than raised planters. We put it off all last summer, so it’s time to put in some work.

1 p.m. — J. was asked to be a groomsman in our friend’s wedding this fall! He gave B. a tie and pocket square that he’ll wear on the big day. We catch up with them for a few minutes, and after they leave I heat up a very healthy lunch of taquitos in the oven. J. also gets his COVID test results back — negative! Guess he just has a head cold. Totally forgot there are other illnesses other than COVID these days.

3:30 p.m. — Phew, this backyard is no joke. My back hurts from all the raking and shoveling. We got most the bark in the five yard bags we already had, but need more. We run to Lowe’s to grab more yard waste bags, gloves for J. ($7.56), and a soft serve treat at the McDonald’s ($5.27) to pat ourselves on the back. $12.83

5 p.m. — FINALLY get the backyard done. My back is going to be sore tomorrow from all the raking and shoveling. We get all the bark packaged up, put out for yard waste, and sweep up the remaining bark and leaves. Wow, that was a lot of work for just our little backyard. Shoutout to all the landscapers out there, you’re the real MVP. We take R. out of his crate and I hop in the shower.

7 p.m. — We put R. in his playpen and we head out the door to go out to dinner. We need to practice leaving him home alone and we’re both craving a burger. We go to a sports bar close by and pay for parking ($0.48) and get a soft pretzel, two burgers, and two drinks each. J. gets a beer and I get a cherry cider. It hits the spot even though it’s a little more expensive than I imagined ($93.71). Eating out in Seattle for two is always more expensive than I would like. We keep getting notifications from our Furbo that R. is crying so we hurry home to give him some love. $94.19

9 p.m. — We realize we left the fridge open (oops) and it’s been beeping the whole time we’ve been gone. I change into joggers, we throw on SNL, and put on a foot mask my mother-in-law got me for Christmas. You’re supposed to keep it on for an hour and your dead skin falls off over the course of two weeks. If this actually works, I will be so happy.

9:30 p.m. — J. makes us both whiskey cocktails. A friend got us a subscription to Shaker & Spoon as a wedding gift and we are loving it. They tell you what spirit to have on hand and they send you recipes and ingredients for three different cocktails. We love making craft cocktails at home and this is the perfect way to broaden our horizons. Tonight’s cocktail is a raspberry cordial old fashioned with a spritz of lemon oil. Everything we’ve tried so far is so tasty and tonight is no exception!

10:30 p.m. — I convince J. to make cocktail number two because hey, it’s Saturday night! His compromise is that we have to make taquitos on the side. Twist my arm. We try to let R. stay up a little later than normal because we want to cuddle him, but he’s at the stairs and ready to be put in his crate for bed. While I put him away, J. whips up a second amazing cocktail of the night, a ginger-turmeric spiced whiskey drink with a spritz of orange oil.

11:45 p.m. — After crating R. and watching a few episodes of Brooklyn Nine-Nine, I fall asleep on the couch so we decide its time for bed. Maybe we had one cocktail too many tonight… I brush my teeth, answer my one-question-a-day, attempt (and fail) to read, and then lights out.

Daily Total: $119.14

Day Six

4:30 a.m. — Ugh, not getting a good night of sleep tonight. Note to self: always take sleeping pill no matter how tired I feel naturally. I’m learning the hard way how much my normal pill keeps me asleep at night.

8:30 a.m. — After a fitful night of sleep, I awaken to the miracle that R. has slept through the night AND slept in. I wake up to a headache from the cocktails, great. I take my morning pills, brush my teeth, and take R. outside. I get hangovers like nobody’s business these days, but I’m surprised by today’s.

9:30 a.m. — We order coffee for pickup at our favorite Vietnamese coffee shop down the road from us. The drinks are pretty sweet, but they are gooooood. We try something new and both get pandan coconut coffee with ube cold foam on top and two pastries to share. I continue reading my book since I’m trying to finish it before the end of the month while J. picks our order up. $28.53

12:30 p.m. — After sitting around doing nothing all morning, J. showers and gets ready because we’re going to see Beauty and the Beast at the Fifth Ave theater in Seattle. We are big Broadway people and one thing we love to do together is see shows. After J. is ready, he takes the pup on a walk to get some energy out while I get ready. Feels weird to put on makeup and real clothes these days. We put R. in his crate with lots of toys and food and head out the door.

4:15 p.m. — Wow, the show was so good! All the actors were wonderful singers, and the cast was one of the most diverse I’ve seen. Bravo, Fifth Ave. And before I get any comments, we had to prove vaccination status to get in and wore our N95 masks the entirety of the show. We hustle out of the theater before the curtain call because our Ring camera showed us that R. hadn’t settled down since we left and we feel terrible. We pay for parking ($12) and hurry home. We just got R. about a month ago and need to practice leaving him alone. This is only the second time we’ve left him alone for an extended period and we need to practice it more often so we can get used to it too. You think you’ll want to leave your pup home to live your life, but nobody tells you how much you’ll miss them! I order Chiptole delivery on our way home because we both haven’t eaten since the pastries this morning, and we are starving ($38.74). I get a chicken burrito bowl with a side of guac and J. gets a steak burrito. $50.74

5 p.m. — R. is ecstatic that we’re home and we take him out potty and give him lots of love for leaving him longer than expected. He had an accident in his crate, so we toss it all in the wash. I stay home with the pup while J. runs to the grocery store. We buy all our food for the week ahead on Sundays and switch off who runs to the store. It’s expensive, but cuts back on trips to the store during the week, and this week will be extra expensive because we need a lot of protein. Grocery prices are insane these days. We have a long list so bear with me: sourdough bread, ricotta, deli turkey, scallops, shrimp, ground beef, stir-fry beef, tortillas, hummus, dairy-free yogurt cups, eggs, dairy-free butter, strawberries, lettuce shreds, mixed greens, Cuties, Chex cereal, broccoli, kale, avocados, tomato, Fritos, sage, basil, and garlic. $115.53

7:30 p.m. — Curled up on the couch with my boys and a cup of detox tea. We watch an episode of Euphoria and then turn on Pocahontas. J. has never seen it and the songs have been stuck in my head all weekend. It was my favorite Disney movie growing up, so the nostalgia is real.

9 p.m. — Wow, we are both so tired. We take R. out for one more potty break and all head upstairs for bed. I wash my face with my normal cleanser using my cleansing brush and put on an exfoliating face mask for ten minutes. I do this face mask routine every Sunday so my skin is nice and glowy for the week ahead. Once I take that off, I finish up with toner, eye cream, moisturizer, and facial oil. I hop in bed, take my sleeping pill, answer my one-question-a-day and read until I fall asleep around 10.

Daily Total: $194.80

Day Seven

7:45 a.m. — Got a much better night of sleep! R. slept through the night like a good boy again and J. wakes up to take him out. I stay in bed for a while longer before getting up and brushing my teeth. I put on under eye masks today because I feel puffy, throw in a load of laundry, and head downstairs. J. makes us both coffee and we play with R.

9 a.m. — Time to start work. Man, I hate Mondays and I have a feeling this will be a slow one. We put R. in his play pen this morning because he needs to get used to it and he’s still crying nonstop. Pandemic puppies and separation anxiety is no joke. I grab a yogurt cup and put some granola and blueberry powder and head upstairs.

12 p.m. — My noon report is sent out and time to make lunch before my 1 p.m. meeting! Today I’m frying up some ground beef so we can make taco salads through the week. This salad includes taco seasoning ground beef, lettuce, avocado, goat cheese, and crushed Fritos over the top for an extra crunch.

2:45 p.m. — R. wakes up from his nap and we take him on a short walk just around our neighborhood to practice walking. He does so good today! We bring lots of rewards for good walking. When we get back, I grab my laptop to finish up the work day from downstairs and play fetch with R. I’m feeling hungry, so I grab a Cutie and toast some sourdough and top with butter, garlic powder, and flaky salt.

4 p.m. — I make some almond milk in our Almond Cow — best invention ever. I make a batch for the week so we can use it for cereal.

5:15 p.m. — Laptop closed — time to work out!

6:30 p.m. — I do a 30-minute Disney ride on the Peloton, paired with a cool down and stretch. Such a fun ride! I hop in the shower, wash my face, and apply tanning oil. I head downstairs to let R. out of his play pen and start cooking dinner. Tonight is seafood fettuccine alfredo!

8 p.m. — Dinner doesn’t turn out as well as I pictured, so I’m very disappointed. I don’t finish my dinner so I eat a couple small bowls of cereal while J. cleans the kitchen with Righteous Gemstones on in the background. I make batter for overnight waffles. Tomorrow is J.’s birthday so I’m making him waffles for breakfast. Hope it turns out!

10 p.m. — After a few episodes of Brooklyn Nine-Nine, we decide it’s time for bed. Put R. in his crate and start folding the laundry. We usually put folding off for about a week. But today, we’re feeling motivated to get it done. After the laundry is finished, I brush my teeth, take my sleeping pill, spritz some pillow mist on my pillow, answer my one-question-a-day, and then read a few chapters of my book. I fall asleep with the soothing scent of white lavender, and officially fall asleep around 11.

Daily Total: $0

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