I researched this issue a few years ago because I hate cold, hard butter from the fridge... It's perfectly safe to keep it on the counter as long as you use it within 1-2 weeks.
I got my husband a meat thermometer from the brand “Meater” for his birthday, and he loves it. It’s a Bluetooth thermometer that u can use on/in the stove, in a grill, even a smoker. As long as you have the app it will ring when your meat is done, and tell u to take it out to rest it and for how long. NEVER thought I’d geek out over a meat thermometer either 😂
i worked with a guy that had a huge insulated coffee mug with lid that he brought to work. It had an entire pot of coffee in it. When he went home for lunch he would fill it up with another pot of coffee.
gotta love a whole new cart of Amazon faves! you did NOT lose me on the meat thermometer because I too am weirdly nervous about cooking chicken through and always overdo it 😅
I have some short GLASS straws (from amazon) that I LOVE. I get a little weirded out by the reusable straws that I can’t see how clean they are inside 😂
They have Squeky Clean Straws and they are basically cut down the middle and open flat to clean, I saw them at target today; but heres the link too! be-hip.com/products/hip-squeakycleanstraw
The vera bradley weekender bags are my favorite! They perfectly fit under the seats on planes and they have the suitcase loop! Thank you for sharing these finds!
I love your look in this video! So cute and fresh!! The ponytail, the star earrings and layered necklaces, the green shirt and the way it plays off your eye color, your eye makeup and lip shade- everything just looks so effortless and perfect!
Heads up! Sometimes magnetic watch bands will put your laptop “to sleep” when you’re typing because they activate the thingy that puts your laptop to sleep when you close the lid. I found out after thinking my laptop was dying every time I typed. Might not happen with all of them though!!
I was having terrible hip pain that starts a mile or so into a run. I tried everything to no avail. I did chiro, medical massage that hurt so bad, medications etc etc. inversion table fixed me up after 3 uses. Not kidding. I still have to use the inversion table from time to time but fixes me every time.
Hi Jessica! I used to work at corporate Vera Bradley. The Weekender line of travel bags has the trolley sleeve to put on your suitcase handle! I will make a note to my friends to recommend putting one on the Duffel lines-- I'm surprised they don't already have it tbh
My teen daughter and I both received the large Vera Bradley duffle bags as gifts and let me tell u they are awesome to travel with!! I will never use a regular suitcase unless I have too.... I love that u can machine wash them and I just hang dry them and never had any issues! Also the fact that they are soft so they can be squeezed and squished in the car for travel and never get damaged.... the only thing I wish they had is a few more inside pockets but definitely worth the purchase 💜💜💜
If you want a loop on the back of your Vera Bradley, I have the weekender that I use all the time for flying back and forth to school. Highly recommend!! 😊 love you as always Jessica!!
Jessica I appreciate how upbeat and positive you are!! You make me laugh in a good way!! We need more people like you in this genre!! Thank you!! Thank you for always giving me something positive to watch after a long day!
As for the straws, i also don’t like the feeling of the steel ones on my teeth so i ordered a pack of bamboo straws off amazon! It came with tall ones, short ones, a scrubber brush, a travel bag for them and then a large one for home. They were so affordable and biodegradable eventually. Ive had mine for about a year now though with no signs of use and i also drink coffee out of them.
I just got a 4 pack from target last week which are silicone. They have a few packs with different colors as apart of their room essentials collection with their college dorm section. I toss them in the dishwasher too!
I just had a glass straw crack & break...kinda scary! I will continue to use them here & there CAREFULLY but I think I’ll stick to silicone for the most part.
I got a set of metal ones with silicone tips so I dont have to worry about them hurting my teeth! I definitely prefer them over the plain metal or plain silicone.
You are like My RUclips Person. We’re always on the same page with stuff we need in life. I swear! I’ve been shopping for the right foot stool for my back and hip pain as well!
When you machine wash the Vera Bradley duffel, make sure you take the cardboard out of the bottom! I’ve had a plumb duffel bag from them for YEARS and they’re perfect for packing a lot of shoes and shower caddy’s!
Like: bracelets (have narrow wrists so don't known if they would fit), duffel bag (don't travel enough where I could justify getting a duffel), hot hair tool pad (genius product but don't use my straightener enough to justify buying one), stainless steel straws (have some already and love them) Have made those tacos before and love it; Thanks for the recipe!
I had to stop buying this kind of thing (tees and tanks) at target because they were so poorly made from shirt to shirt, like there was no consistency even in the exact same style
You are by far my favorite you tuber. I first found you when I was look for packing suitcases ideas. I've been hooked ever since. Were heading to disney October of 2021, and I'm learning alot. Your posts with Gigi makes my day. She reminds me of when my kids were her age.
Try museum putty (Amazon) to keep your jewelry storage from sliding around. It’s so handy with a toddler, too. You just tear tiny pieces off and stick under stuff. Doesn’t stain and it keeps things from sliding off tables easily.
I have that watch band but I got my at The Walmart and I love it. the only caveat is it will magnetize to my Surface Book , my front door, anything metal. I'll take it off when I work.
I have a butter crock!!! People would come over and think I'm weird until they realized it's amazing! I've had it for over 6yrs and it is amazing! My uncle got me mine as a gift(hes a chef so he loves kitchen gadgets and stuff) and I thought wtf do I do with this...until I used it and freaking love it! Butter is perfect every..single..time!
This may be a strange comment but I love how real you are and how you just act like yourself. I feel like so many RUclipsrs especially really popular ones that act like they're a character or something. Or just have this pretend personality for the camera. We love a real queen ❤
Oh, and THANK YOU, for getting this live today! I know you mentioned having a lot going on today. It's much appreciated. Hope y'all have a great evening! 💜
The Grand Traveler is my fave Vera Bradley bag. My mom collects Vera stuff and she has gifted me a few of them. They are THE BEST to travel with and they do have a strap thingy so you can slip it over the handle on a roller bag!
I bought the butter dish after your video- when you Initially mentioned it and again even I am amazed at it but t works! It's such a small thing but saved so much time and hassle !!
I have been binging your videos and vlogs all day! You and Tyler have the best humor and just make me feel so good! Thank you for making these videos and being your self.
Hi Jessica. I've been here since the start, through your engagement, wedding, pregnancy (we were pregnant at the same time) birth of Gigi... My little boy loves your blogs because our little ones are the same age. From living at home, in the apartment and getting Pinocchio and now in your house. Our lives are just really similar and we are the same age. I know we've never met and as crazy as it sounds I feel like I was meant to stumble upon your channel. Your the friend in my head I enjoy watching the most and on down days and tough times you're there to keep me going. Thank you for being you and for being a constant as I navigate life. Lots of love from my family to your family all the way from the UK xxx
I love my Vera Bradley large duffle bags. I use them as my "personal" bag when traveling. that way I have more I can carry with me on the plane instead of having them check it. No lost luggage for me
I have that measuring g lass and love it. In home ech class in the 70's we were taught that dry measurements and liquid measurements are different and will produce different results in cooking. Not sure how much of a difference it is. Just what I was taught.
I’m such an Amazon fanatic and was so happy when I saw this. I swear that getting Amazon Prime was a turning point in my life, lol. Great little gems! Thanks for sharing, girlie🍃🌸
Just an FYI... Vera Bradley makes some FANTASTIC bags with a trolley sleeve on the back. Miller bag & grand traveler for example. I have them both. Love them !
Vera bradly had a duffle that has the strap on the back! It’s called the weekender and it’s wonderful, I have had it for years and always travel with it, and has pockets on the front I use to put a water bottle in!
The Weekender duffle bag from Vera Bradley has the slot on the back to put over a rollerboard suitcase! I have one and use it to travel (mostly to Disney) all the time!
I was so enthralled with this that when i got all the way to the taco recipe comment, I realized I saw this video previously. Loved it again ! 😂 And that hot tool holder is my favorite purchase of all time on Amazon. THE BEST.
Just wanted to mention from the last vlog: is there a pelvic floor physical therapist in your area? It's all connected (core, low back, hips, pelvic floor)...I wonder if that would help since your hip pain started post delivery/pregnancy. ☺️
Jess’s Amazon faves are a fave in of themselves! I always order at least one of the suggested items and I’m in love every time. I had three picks this time and I’m so excited! Jess: I found the butter crock before! Woo, I’m so proud of myself 😜
Jessica's enthusiasm for her Amazon faves is hilarious and endearing LOL
She always makes me laugh.. in a great way 😂
When she talked about her butter issues I died 😂😂
Of course. She's using affiliate codes for all of them. Why wouldn't she be enthusiastic :)
Jess discovering jeggings is hilarious to me 😅
“Stay with me, I can feel you pulling away” is my new favorite Jess phrase 😂💕
I have left my butter on the counter for years lol! We do go through it fairly quick, but my mom and grandmother did it and never had an issue.
Same here !
That’s how I grew up and what I do too! I’ve never had a problem.
I researched this issue a few years ago because I hate cold, hard butter from the fridge... It's perfectly safe to keep it on the counter as long as you use it within 1-2 weeks.
Thank you! My family has always kept ours in a tupperware with a lid in a kitchen cabinet. Mom and grandma did it too, no problems!
We do the same too & have never had issues.
I got my husband a meat thermometer from the brand “Meater” for his birthday, and he loves it. It’s a Bluetooth thermometer that u can use on/in the stove, in a grill, even a smoker. As long as you have the app it will ring when your meat is done, and tell u to take it out to rest it and for how long. NEVER thought I’d geek out over a meat thermometer either 😂
My picky, already has everything husband might actually like that! Thanks so much for the recommendation!
i worked with a guy that had a huge insulated coffee mug with lid that he brought to work. It had an entire pot of coffee in it. When he went home for lunch he would fill it up with another pot of coffee.
How did he not have constant acid reflux??
That is coffee dedication!!!!!
Could he smell colors?
That's wild, did he sweat coffee beans?
Was cleaning the kitchen, but I think I'll make an iced latte, and watch this instead. The kitchen isn't going anywhere. 😁
Your line of reasoning is solid LOL
LOVE IT!!!
gotta love a whole new cart of Amazon faves! you did NOT lose me on the meat thermometer because I too am weirdly nervous about cooking chicken through and always overdo it 😅
Every favorites video- "I can feel you pulling away...stay with me" haha
I’m in love with those star earrings 💚
Anyone else hate wearing stretchy bracelets cuz they pull your arm hairs?
omg yes same!! 😂😂
Would have been here earlier but had to finish Emily Noels video....I felt like I had to choose between my two children and I don’t have kids.
It's the best problem to have, lol!
Me too..
"Pull away"? I pulled in closer when I heard 'meat thermometer' lol
I have some short GLASS straws (from amazon) that I LOVE. I get a little weirded out by the reusable straws that I can’t see how clean they are inside 😂
Yes, agree! It grosses me out big time!
They have Squeky Clean Straws and they are basically cut down the middle and open flat to clean, I saw them at target today; but heres the link too! be-hip.com/products/hip-squeakycleanstraw
ldcorder woah! Those are so cool
I laughed so hard at “stay with me, I can sense you pulling away” 😂😂😂
Jessica: talking about how crossing you legs isn't good
Me: slowly uncrosses legs
16:58 Missed opportunity for a pun: "I can't TACO bout it without my mouth watering..."
Lol omg 😂
@@itsjessicabraun Fellow teacher mind here! haha
The large duffle is great to fit your pillow in for sleepovers
We have used that type of butter crock forever. Since before I was born, my parents used it. It is awesome!!
The vera bradley weekender bags are my favorite! They perfectly fit under the seats on planes and they have the suitcase loop! Thank you for sharing these finds!
I'm so happy to see other comments about the Weekender! It doesn't get nearly enough love!
I love your look in this video! So cute and fresh!! The ponytail, the star earrings and layered necklaces, the green shirt and the way it plays off your eye color, your eye makeup and lip shade- everything just looks so effortless and perfect!
“My mom did a number on me!” When discussing undercooked chicken. Same- I felt that so hard!🤣
Haha - right there with ya! 🤣
I meeeaaannnn, salmonella isn't a fun time
My mom always over cooked meat, for fear of salmonella. I never got sick, just DRY meat lol.
Fun fact: I used to work for Vera Bradley and that thing you’re talking about to put the bag on a suitcase handle is called a trolley sleeve
Heads up! Sometimes magnetic watch bands will put your laptop “to sleep” when you’re typing because they activate the thingy that puts your laptop to sleep when you close the lid. I found out after thinking my laptop was dying every time I typed. Might not happen with all of them though!!
Here in the south we leave sticks off butter out in a tray, to get soft & use, and it’s just fine 😄
I was having terrible hip pain that starts a mile or so into a run. I tried everything to no avail. I did chiro, medical massage that hurt so bad, medications etc etc. inversion table fixed me up after 3 uses. Not kidding. I still have to use the inversion table from time to time but fixes me every time.
Hi Jessica! I used to work at corporate Vera Bradley. The Weekender line of travel bags has the trolley sleeve to put on your suitcase handle! I will make a note to my friends to recommend putting one on the Duffel lines-- I'm surprised they don't already have it tbh
“It changed our butter game.” 😂
Moved into a new house and have more room to do kitchen things! And here comes Jess to fill up my drawers. Thanks girl!
When Jessica posts, I stop anything I’m currently watching ❤️
I did the same thing! I was watching another video and stopped to watch Jessica.
Love your videos! Favorite quote, "stay with me, I can feel you pulling away"... LOL!
Your enthusiasm is so genuine and contagious!! I actually do feel like buying Jessica-recommended items would make my life better 💙💙
My teen daughter and I both received the large Vera Bradley duffle bags as gifts and let me tell u they are awesome to travel with!! I will never use a regular suitcase unless I have too.... I love that u can machine wash them and I just hang dry them and never had any issues! Also the fact that they are soft so they can be squeezed and squished in the car for travel and never get damaged.... the only thing I wish they had is a few more inside pockets but definitely worth the purchase 💜💜💜
My husband refers to my favourite coffee mug as “the bucket”, to give you an idea of its capacity!
If you want a loop on the back of your Vera Bradley, I have the weekender that I use all the time for flying back and forth to school. Highly recommend!! 😊 love you as always Jessica!!
Jessica I appreciate how upbeat and positive you are!! You make me laugh in a good way!! We need more people like you in this genre!! Thank you!! Thank you for always giving me something positive to watch after a long day!
Jessica video + coffee = the best Thursday afternoon 💙🥰
I've used those under the desk foot things for years working in an office. They are great.
As for the straws, i also don’t like the feeling of the steel ones on my teeth so i ordered a pack of bamboo straws off amazon! It came with tall ones, short ones, a scrubber brush, a travel bag for them and then a large one for home. They were so affordable and biodegradable eventually. Ive had mine for about a year now though with no signs of use and i also drink coffee out of them.
I just got a 4 pack from target last week which are silicone. They have a few packs with different colors as apart of their room essentials collection with their college dorm section. I toss them in the dishwasher too!
Genius! Going to get some, TFS 😃
I love the glass straws. They are clear, because I’m paranoid that they don’t get clean enough but now I can see right through them 😌
I like the silicone little toppers for metal(or glass) straws. Silicone straws are too floppy for my liking!
Glass straws: Surfside sips. I like the glass ones - they don’t taste weird or hurt my teeth. 😊
I just had a glass straw crack & break...kinda scary! I will continue to use them here & there CAREFULLY but I think I’ll stick to silicone for the most part.
Hali what about metal, they definitely wont break ever
Silicone straws are my fave
I got a set of metal ones with silicone tips so I dont have to worry about them hurting my teeth! I definitely prefer them over the plain metal or plain silicone.
Okay, I NEED to know where the earrings are from! Totally thought they would be on the list! Haha 💜
You are like My RUclips Person. We’re always on the same page with stuff we need in life. I swear! I’ve been shopping for the right foot stool for my back and hip pain as well!
I don’t ever buy from amazon, but I still watch these videos because you’re great😝
Something about your personality is so refreshing and fun to watch!!!! You’re genuine.....I love RUclipsrs like that and they’re very few... 💕✅
When you machine wash the Vera Bradley duffel, make sure you take the cardboard out of the bottom! I’ve had a plumb duffel bag from them for YEARS and they’re perfect for packing a lot of shoes and shower caddy’s!
Like: bracelets (have narrow wrists so don't known if they would fit), duffel bag (don't travel enough where I could justify getting a duffel), hot hair tool pad (genius product but don't use my straightener enough to justify buying one), stainless steel straws (have some already and love them)
Have made those tacos before and love it; Thanks for the recipe!
I love your nail color. It's the perfect lemony yellow.
Love your simplicity & your endearment for the tiniest things. Even the most affordable things can go a Long way in making us happy ✨
Love how i get so excited over your favorite videos.Love all your favs.
I have a clear phone case with the watercolor Disney castle!! Love it 😍
Jessica’s hand gestures while talking about the Vera Bradley bag... I felt the excitement! 😂❤️
It’s not you, it’s the tshirt. It wasn’t cut/constructed properly.
Is it A new day brand?
Yeah, the armscye looks FUNKY
I had to stop buying this kind of thing (tees and tanks) at target because they were so poorly made from shirt to shirt, like there was no consistency even in the exact same style
It’s definitely the shirt. I bought them too and they are sooo fricking awkward
@@gabsofine Usually the tshirts that I get from target are made good. maybe it's the stores stock?
You are by far my favorite you tuber. I first found you when I was look for packing suitcases ideas. I've been hooked ever since. Were heading to disney October of 2021, and I'm learning alot. Your posts with Gigi makes my day. She reminds me of when my kids were her age.
Try museum putty (Amazon) to keep your jewelry storage from sliding around. It’s so handy with a toddler, too. You just tear tiny pieces off and stick under stuff. Doesn’t stain and it keeps things from sliding off tables easily.
I am loving what you have changed your channel to. It’s such a great balance of content.
I have that watch band but I got my at The Walmart and I love it. the only caveat is it will magnetize to my Surface Book , my front door, anything metal. I'll take it off when I work.
Jess, you find the cutest/most useful things! My pocketbook starts squealing as soon as I start watching one of these!!!
The green shirt makes your eyes pop! So pretty!
You get me excited with your excitement! Your energy and vibe is definitely awesome!
I have a butter crock!!! People would come over and think I'm weird until they realized it's amazing! I've had it for over 6yrs and it is amazing! My uncle got me mine as a gift(hes a chef so he loves kitchen gadgets and stuff) and I thought wtf do I do with this...until I used it and freaking love it! Butter is perfect every..single..time!
Machine Washable is KEY with the Vera Bradley duffle! Love that-used it for my hospital bag for all my babies! 👍🏻
Jess I love seeing you so excited over videos
the under desk foot stands are also great for back pain!
The Vera Bradley weekender bags have the strap across the back to hold onto your suitcase!
This may be a strange comment but I love how real you are and how you just act like yourself. I feel like so many RUclipsrs especially really popular ones that act like they're a character or something. Or just have this pretend personality for the camera.
We love a real queen ❤
Oh, and THANK YOU, for getting this live today! I know you mentioned having a lot going on today. It's much appreciated. Hope y'all have a great evening! 💜
I, too, just recently bought and got needlessly excited about a butter bell. Thank you for the validation!
That color is really beautiful on you. It compliments your skin tone and make your eyes pop!
The Grand Traveler is my fave Vera Bradley bag. My mom collects Vera stuff and she has gifted me a few of them. They are THE BEST to travel with and they do have a strap thingy so you can slip it over the handle on a roller bag!
I bought the butter dish after your video- when you Initially mentioned it and again even I am amazed at it but t works! It's such a small thing but saved so much time and hassle !!
I have been binging your videos and vlogs all day! You and Tyler have the best humor and just make me feel so good! Thank you for making these videos and being your self.
You are absolutely hilarious 😂 “stay with me, I can already feel you pulling away”. Love these videos!!!
I love your lip color and the star earrings!
Hi Jessica. I've been here since the start, through your engagement, wedding, pregnancy (we were pregnant at the same time) birth of Gigi... My little boy loves your blogs because our little ones are the same age. From living at home, in the apartment and getting Pinocchio and now in your house. Our lives are just really similar and we are the same age. I know we've never met and as crazy as it sounds I feel like I was meant to stumble upon your channel. Your the friend in my head I enjoy watching the most and on down days and tough times you're there to keep me going. Thank you for being you and for being a constant as I navigate life. Lots of love from my family to your family all the way from the UK xxx
I love my Vera Bradley large duffle bags. I use them as my "personal" bag when traveling. that way I have more I can carry with me on the plane instead of having them check it. No lost luggage for me
The Vera Bradley Weekender bags have the trolley strap. I love mine!
2 weeks post op from my third hip surgery and that part spoke to me.
Vera Bradley has some travel bags that fit on rolling luggage. I have many pieces and love every one!!💕💕
I love those star earrings 😍
does anyone know where they came from?
I need these earrings I have been trying to find them too!
I have that measuring g lass and love it. In home ech class in the 70's we were taught that dry measurements and liquid measurements are different and will produce different results in cooking. Not sure how much of a difference it is. Just what I was taught.
I loooove when you do these videos! I find the best items that I just can't live without! Thank you!
I’m such an Amazon fanatic and was so happy when I saw this. I swear that getting Amazon Prime was a turning point in my life, lol.
Great little gems!
Thanks for sharing, girlie🍃🌸
Love the pale yellow nail polish
Just an FYI... Vera Bradley makes some FANTASTIC bags with a trolley sleeve on the back. Miller bag & grand traveler for example. I have them both. Love them !
Vera bradly had a duffle that has the strap on the back! It’s called the weekender and it’s wonderful, I have had it for years and always travel with it, and has pockets on the front I use to put a water bottle in!
The Weekender duffle bag from Vera Bradley has the slot on the back to put over a rollerboard suitcase! I have one and use it to travel (mostly to Disney) all the time!
I was so enthralled with this that when i got all the way to the taco recipe comment, I realized I saw this video previously. Loved it again ! 😂
And that hot tool holder is my favorite purchase of all time on Amazon. THE BEST.
I also broke my A/H measuring cup too. I absolutely love it.
The weekender bag from Vera Bradley has a hook on it to put on suitcases!
Loving that lip color!!! Absolutely beautiful! Fun video! Super informative and entertaining; thank you so much Jessica!
Just wanted to mention from the last vlog: is there a pelvic floor physical therapist in your area? It's all connected (core, low back, hips, pelvic floor)...I wonder if that would help since your hip pain started post delivery/pregnancy. ☺️
Oh god, now I want a butter thing, and the thermometer, and the measuring cup. Btw, you can also find the Hanes sweatshirts at Walmart for cheap.
My fave thermometer is the MEATER way more expensive but it stays in the meat the whole time. 💚
Butter crock is called a French butter keeper if you want to google it. You can find loads of handmade ceramic ones on Etsy as well. I love mine!
Thanks for the Great ideas! I need the butter crock!!! That is so nice! I always have a problem with the bar butter. Also liked the sugar dispenser.🥰🥰
That Anchor Hocking glass, I thought you were showing us an extra large shot glass! Shows you where my mind was at LOL!
That anchor hocking measuring cup is the best $8 I’ve ever spent💙
Jessica i love ur star earrings. i am so obsessed with stars.
I have the measuring glass cup too and we love it.
Jess’s Amazon faves are a fave in of themselves! I always order at least one of the suggested items and I’m in love every time. I had three picks this time and I’m so excited! Jess: I found the butter crock before! Woo, I’m so proud of myself 😜