Prime Purchases in August

I bought a bit less than usual from Amazon in August and was doing so well spending wise until the very end of the month when I went a little crazy buying long sleeved tops and sweaters for fall.  Sorry they're not the best pictures; I had planned an outdoor photo shoot but the weather just did not want to cooperate.



I'm mostly going to focus on the clothing since I just LOVE these tops & sweaters.

This cute color block shirt with the ribbon ties has been on my wishlist forever and I am so glad I finally bought it!




Another cute color block shirt that is so comfy and will be perfect for fall hikes. I like the little neck out out detail.



This long cardigan is versatile and thin enough to be worn with just about anything.



I can not wait until it is cool enough to wear this sweater; I just love the button detail on the sleeves.



This chunky cable knit sweater is perfect for pairing with leggings!



Health/Beauty:

I bought Elderberry gummies and multivitamins for the boys.




I needed more Iron supplements (I'm hoping I can quit buying them after my surgery!).


I found a new shampoo & conditioner to try and I just love how it smells and that it's plant based and free of dyes, sulfates, parabens, etc.

Linking Up With: Spread the Kindness,












Comments

  1. Andrea NineAugust 31, 2020 at 7:21 AM

    The color block short with the ties is so cute on you! Just love it. I got one like the one below it but it’s knotted on the side. So soft. Hope your week ahead is smooth and sweet!

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    1. Joanne August 31, 2020 at 10:49 AM

      Thanks! I hope so too! That first week back to school is always sort of a crap shoot. LOL.

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  2. Bri RundeAugust 31, 2020 at 8:31 AM

    You found some adorable fall and winter tops! Love them!!

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  3. HollyAugust 31, 2020 at 8:56 AM

    Love the striped top and that black sweater- so cute and everything looks awesome on you-great choices!

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  4. Dara @ Not In JerseyAugust 31, 2020 at 9:00 AM

    Great shirt finds!

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  5. Kim CarberryAugust 31, 2020 at 9:53 AM

    Ohh! I do love those tops especially the first photo. It looks like you're all set for Autumn. x

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    1. Joanne August 31, 2020 at 10:48 AM

      Good thing too because it was only 48 (Fahrenheit) this morning! Fall is coming fast.

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  6. Lisa EhrmanAugust 31, 2020 at 12:42 PM

    Great buys! I love the sweaters, too. I think the Amazon truck has been at my door every day this month. lol. I've had fun with lots of review products :)

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    1. Joanne August 31, 2020 at 3:32 PM

      I think they have been here everyday this week but since I already had this post written I'll have to showcase those things next month.

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  7. Lindsay's Sweet WorldAugust 31, 2020 at 1:49 PM

    So many cute sweaters!! I'm going to add that chunky knit cable sweater to my wish list right now! It is adorable!

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  8. Tanya August 31, 2020 at 3:55 PM

    I have been wanting to try the Smarty pants vitamins. The packaging is so cute. Thanks for linking up!

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    1. Joanne August 31, 2020 at 5:08 PM

      My boys love them! Though they do have to eat 4 so we go through that bottle pretty fast.

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  9. LisaAugust 31, 2020 at 6:07 PM

    Those color block sweaters are so cute!

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  10. Sammie @ The Annoyed ThyroidSeptember 1, 2020 at 1:36 AM

    Those sweaters are the cutest! I especially love the ones with the neck detail.

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  11. PamelaSeptember 1, 2020 at 7:48 AM

    Yay for sweater weather! Thanks for stopping by my blog.

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    1. Joanne September 1, 2020 at 1:09 PM

      It's just about here already! We've had mornings cool enough for sweaters but it's still pretty warm during the day.

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  12. Doused in Pink | Chicago Style BlogSeptember 1, 2020 at 9:15 AM

    Great finds! The color block shirt with the ribbon ties is so cute! Also love these cozy sweaters!

    Jill - Doused in Pink

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  13. the 4 M'sSeptember 1, 2020 at 9:48 AM

    Oh you found some great ones! I can't wait for fall as I bought some cute things from Loft this summer on sale!
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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    1. Joanne September 1, 2020 at 1:10 PM

      I still can't decide if I want fall to hurry up or take it's time. I mean I love fall but fall just puts us one step closer to winter which I could totally do without.

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  14. Sparkles and LattesSeptember 1, 2020 at 1:28 PM

    I love that first color block tee. I need to try that shampoo and conditioner. We are always looking for things like that for my girls.

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    1. Joanne September 1, 2020 at 5:00 PM

      I'm slowly trying to move to more clean/green cleaning products for myself and the house and for the boys/husband whenever they allow me to but they are all real reluctant to give any other products a try.

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  15. Julie's Creative LifestyleSeptember 1, 2020 at 4:16 PM

    You got some really cute sweaters from Amazon and they look so nice on you!

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  16. Linda @ Life and LindaSeptember 1, 2020 at 6:56 PM

    The color block tee is darling. I love wearing cozy tops and leggings in the winter. Amazon is amazing!

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    1. Joanne September 1, 2020 at 7:52 PM

      I'm wearing a color block sweater and leggings right now.

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  17. Memphis BridgesSeptember 1, 2020 at 9:37 PM

    You have found such cute clothes! I need to remember to shop on Amazon for clothes next time I need something.

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    1. Joanne September 2, 2020 at 6:01 AM

      I have been having such great luck ordering through them; more so than where I'd traditionally shop (I do make sure the items I pick out have free return shipping though just in case).

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  18. Joanne September 2, 2020 at 6:02 AM

    I am finding I am rather obsessed with the color blocking this fall... I just got another sweater in yesterday!

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  19. KimMalkSeptember 2, 2020 at 12:35 PM

    You really did find a lot of fall clothing. I like the tie detail on the first top and the button cuff on the sweater.

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    1. Joanne September 2, 2020 at 4:44 PM

      Thanks! That's what drew me in on those two too. I like little added details like that.

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  20. NatashaSeptember 3, 2020 at 8:25 PM

    I'm so ready for sweater weather! Some of yours look really cozy.

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    1. Joanne September 4, 2020 at 8:37 AM

      Oh me too! I was actually bummed that it's warmed back up into the 80's this week.

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  21. Shelbee on the EdgeSeptember 6, 2020 at 3:46 PM

    Lots of cute tops and sweaters, Joanne! I am so ready for sweater weather! My recent Amazon order included cell phone and ipad cases for everyone since we all just upgraded to brand new devices (that was a pricy endeavor) and socks and underwear for my son! Nothing new for me this time. Thanks for linking up!

    Shelbee
    www.shelbeeontheedge.com

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    1. Joanne September 6, 2020 at 5:16 PM

      That reminds me; my youngest needs socks too!

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  22. Tamar SBSeptember 8, 2020 at 5:20 AM

    I am ashamed at how much I bought on Amazon since I moved! !he tops are so cute!!

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    1. Joanne September 8, 2020 at 7:52 AM

      Oh I bet! I'm often ashamed of how much I buy and I haven't moved in 17 years! LOL.

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  23. onceuponatimehappilyeverafter.comSeptember 9, 2020 at 2:17 PM

    LOVE LOVE LOVE that color block top with the ribbon ties. So feminine. You look adorable with your hair pinned up and those little ribbons trailing from the top. I have the tab open to take a look at getting one myself. Noticed Target has some pretty color block sweaters and cardis this year.

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    1. Joanne September 9, 2020 at 3:14 PM

      Thank you! I don't often wear my hair up mostly because I'm always a bit afraid of straightening out all those curls I paid for but I do love the simplicity of a nice ponytail.

      Color blocking seems to be quite popular everywhere I look this year and I am trying to restrain myself from buying any more of them.. though I might buy one long cardigan like that.

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  24. Dee | GrammysGrid.comSeptember 17, 2020 at 10:07 PM

    Thanks so much for linking up with me at my #UnlimitedMonthlyLinkParty 16, open until September 26!

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