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Also in here: sunscreen, more s'mores, a new painting!

Happy halfway day! We’re officially halfway through 2025. Did you make a 25 in ‘25 list? I’m making slow progress on mine and I’m already coming up with ideas for 26 in ‘26.

kodak gold 200 film // july 2021 // laguna beach, ca.

What are you doing for the Fourth? We’re spending the whole day at the beach, packing PB&J’s and watermelon and the best chips. Also, I found a new favorite sunscreen — more on that below! But first, sharing something personal…

If you watched the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, I want to know your thoughts.

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today’s bouquet

• Fireworks on film :)

• Finally, a great explanation for the no-elbows-on-the-table rule!

• Blackberry s’mores? Yes please. (Don’t forget the secret ingredient.)

• Trader Joe’s parking lot architects looollllll. (via Nate)

• Just bought these canvas duffel bags with my kids’ names on them (for $34?!)

• A gallery of tomatoes.

• Send a postcard of the sky.

• Made my kids laugh: wearable snacks.

• Made me cry: how to write a book.

• Favorite link this week: The Met x PacSun. This glorious Last Summer’s Work sweatshirt went straight to the top of my birthday list. (via Moriah M.)

• Very cute slightly pajamaesque floral set.

• This floral blanket would be perfect for picnics.

• 13 one-piece swimsuits tried on and assessed by a mid-size 47-year-old woman. Bless her.

• One great question.

• Every single detail of this garden wedding!

• Am I sporty? No. Do I want everything (esp this sweater) from this collection? Yes.

• Really wanna try my hand at embroidering a dad hat.

• Oh, Ina!!! (via Bethie)

• Would love to have you subscribe on my YouTube channel, if that’s your thing. Eleanor helped me shoot this video about my Beloved Child piece.

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ad break 🌸

Breaking my unofficial rule of No Skincare in Handpicked today because I’ve been using Dune Suncare’s Mineral Melt *daily for over a month* and it has become a forever product for me.

i will pay for shipping. i will get it hand checked at TSA. i will give it to my family members for their birthdays.

it’s the first mineral sunscreen that doesn’t feel like diaper cream on my face. it melts right in, doesn’t smell weird, and stays in place under my makeup.

bodycam footage of my makeup bag at age 34 years 50 weeks

Thank goodness the Dune team gifted it to me or I never would have found out about it. If you’re looking for a mineral sunscreen for extra sun protection this summer, Dune’s Mineral Melt is my wholehearted rec. Oh, and the best thing about it: it earns an Excellent score on Yuka.

Thank you for supporting the brands that support Handpicked. I love sharing them with you.

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this week’s Buy Art will feature *americana* vibes. coming friday! // photo by me, july 2020, kodak portra 160 film, las vegas nv.

last thing

• Most popular link last week: Old Navy linen skirt

• I hope something good happens to you today!