1. I’m going to Ireland in just over two months, and I’m anxious about driving. I am committed to learning how to properly read a map, but please have mercy on my soul if you see me on the wrong side of the road. #forgivemeimamerican
2. I recently changed my work schedule so that I only have to go into the city two days a week. That gives me five days to do other things like wander the supermarket and read with second graders. Oh and school, lot’s of school.
3. Twice a week I give my cat subcutaneous fluids for kidney disease. I’d rather work an extra 15 hour day (these are how long my work days are) than do this. Ever. I hate it every time.
4. I haven’t washed my hair in over three weeks. This is the longest I’ve ever gone without slathering toxic chemicals into my palms and rubbing them all over my scalp. I love having short hair, I’m on a quest to see how long I can go. The longer I go without shampoo the better it holds/looks. 
5. I also don’t wear deodorant. Haven’t for a while. In lieu of the smell covering spread I used baking soda. I stick my fingers in the crack like powder and then pat the pits. Works like a charm. Usually. My cats don’t seem to notice. #singlelife
6. Since I’m on a roll here with natural care talk I also skip out on toothpaste. Instead I use a drop of peppermint or wintergreen essential oil. My teeth never feel this clean with toothpaste. Currently using wintergreen.
7. I experimented with a new way of washing my shirts. I let them soak in cold water for a couple days. That’s it. I’ve not yet tested this for workout clothes because those contain an entirely different beast in their fibers (no deodorant remember?), but everyday items are refreshed with just a soak!
8. This stuff is like crack for my skin.
9. I’ve come to terms with the fact I may never love running, but what I do love is the way it makes me feel. This helps me do it more often even if just for 20 minutes. The sweat sesh and serotonin boost is much needed.
10. I’ve decided it’s time for me to take a break from blogging. I don’t know for how long, I just know it feels right to step away for a bit. I presume when the sun comes out full time and I find myself in the mountains this summer I’ll be excited to share my adventures.
Until then, you can find me here. ❤
Pure summer bliss.
Q: What’s your confession?
Blissfulbritt 
72 thoughts on “Early Morning Confessions”
Angela
Aww I’ll miss you but rest is sometimes the best thing for the soul 🙂 I’m driving in France in the summer and my driving leaves a lot to be desired as is….I’m scared! surely we’ll be ok if theres traffic we just follow it, right? eeek!
Brittany
You put it perfectly. Rest will be good. 🙂 We got this with the driving situation. Sending good vibes to BOTH of us!
canadianparkhound
I’ll miss your posts! Come back soon!
I don’t shampoo either, and I’ve noticed that my dandruff goes away when I don’t use the stuff. As for deodorant, I use a crystal and it works a charm.
Happy trails, fellow hiker!
Brittany
Thank you so much! ❤ The dandruff definitely disappears!! What is "a crystal?" I'm intrigued!
canadianparkhound
It’s a form of deodorant! You can buy them at any health food shop, I imagine. The brand I use is literally called “Crystal”. They’re great because they don’t contain aluminum. I’ve seen just bare chunks of crystals sold in stores, though mine comes in a plastic holder. It could just be some kind of compressed salts… I don’t know if it’s an actual crystal. I can’t imagine it is. Anyway, it’s very effective. I actually find that I get stinky armpits in those rare moments when I use regular deodorants, even the “Tom’s” brand. I swear by crystal deodorant now!
Brittany
Tom’s is awful, I hate that deodorant HA! It made me sticky and nasty. Thanks for sharing your crystal stuff! 🙂
Anthony
Take care Britt. You’ve done a lot of good here and I (and others) will be here if you decide to come back. If you decide to stay away, I will remember you fondly.
Brittany
Thank you friend, your comments always make me smile.
inspirelandpodcast
If you need any advice on where to go or what to do while you’re in Ireland let me know.
Dave
Brittany
Oh! Any input is always nice, I will be making a large loop of the outer perimeter from east to north, to west to south!
inspirelandpodcast
Jesus, sounds great, any space in the van?
The Wild Atlantic Way is all the rage at the minute. Remind me closer and I’ll mail you some specifics.
Brittany
For a local tour guide there is always room! HAAAH.
anotherwisemonkey
Where in Ireland are you going? It’s a beautiful country and the roads aren’t too busy most of the time, so you’ll probably get away with it.
Hope your cat is better soon.
Brittany
I’m going all around the outer perimeter basically. HA. Renting a car and starting in Dublin, going north through Belfast, wrapping to Limerick/Sligo, going down to Cork, and wherever in between!!
anotherwisemonkey
Excellent! Be sure to visit Kilkee in Clare. It’s where my family is from and is a beautiful fishing village.
Brittany
Thank you for the tip!
kathy @ more coffee, less talky
argan oil is AMAZING…i will never ever go without out. I also don’t wear deodorant or antiperspirant….haven’t since i was a teen. I feel that I don’t need it (or maybe I do and IDGAF) LOL
Brittany
Ohhh girl, you’re my spirit animal! I love it. That’s why your skin is so legit.
SincerelyLily
ohhhh such a good list of confessions. your hair is on point and i am sure so is your body odor and teethhhhhies. Love that you are trying out all these new things, totally not #singlelife but more of a #imawesome or #thisisme. Two day work week sounds pretty darn ideal. I CANT WAIT TO HEAR ALLLLL ABOUT YOUR TRIP. Seriously. take a million pics, instagram the heck out of it, and the please call me or write me a long letter about highlights.
I need to get some of that oil b/c my feet look like the grand canyon, cracked and dry. ew.
Brittany
Bahaha I love you. Your hashtags win. I can’t wait for my trip, you will hear ALL THE THINGS! I shall write you multiple times along the way!
Rachael @ Catch Me If You Can
15 hour day!!!! yikes!! but i guess that makes you have to work fewer days which is always nice. Enjoy your break from blogging!
Brittany
I do love that time away, it makes it worth it! 🙂
danaelizabethx
I’ll miss ur blog posts!! Hope ur not away too long! I can not wait to read ur blog posts about Ireland!! your poor cat! But they’re family so we do those things right? My cat has diabetes so that means shots 2x a day – she’s a pretty good sport about it though! 🙂 TAKE CARE!
Brittany
Thank you friend! Oh my, blessings to you and your kitty. They ARE family, that’s for sure. ❤
Amanda Afield
Driving on the left isn’t bad, I promise! It’s not a difficult transition, it’s the narrowness of the roads that’s tricky. Ireland is gorgeous and worth it.
Brittany
SO excited. 🙂
Jessica
I love the all-natural tips. I don’t have a washing machine at my apartment so the cold water soak is the best idea ever!
Brittany
Yaasss, I love that you don’t have one! HA.
rootchopper
I’m going into Brittany withdrawal already!!!! Take care of yourself. See you soon on Instagram.
Brittany
Your kind words make me smile! 🙂
Claudia
For laundry my husband ordered some soapnuts a while back. They look like dried flower buds and come with a little sachet. We just put a few into that little bag and add it to the wash. That, some washing soda and some vinegar works pretty good to my surprise. For my workout clothes I am still using Tide, though.
No need to already be nervous about the driving 🙂 Other than in big cities, traffic is much lighter over there.
Brittany
I’ve been wanting to try those soap nuts!! Thanks for reminding me. 🙂
Ellie
I’ll miss you :-*
Brittany
I’ll miss YOU. I’ll still be creepin on your running adventures. HA.
omobtomtom
omg– you are taking a break?? well, enjoy it! will keep checking back. I guess I have been on a break too kind of– my last post was a quite a while ago. lol
Brittany
Sometimes a break is just what we need right?! 🙂
omobtomtom
true …
omobtomtom
and yay for Ireland!!!
P
Love all the natural care confessions you threw in here! The washing method for your shirts and toothpaste substitute are things new to me!
Brittany
I’m a bit of an off the wall kinda gal. HAA.
fionajarrett
Aw I will miss your blog and funny thoughts for sure but I look forward to seeing you driving down the wrong side of the road toward me over here in Ireland 😀 I promise I won’t judge. Besides, most Irish people can’t drive (ssh 😉 )
Brittany
HA! I have a bit less anxiety about it. I’m getting more excited!!
Amy
I’m really proud of you for taking a break! It’s hard to follow our hearts (let alone hear what they’re saying sometimes!), especially when it means parting with something that’s been a big part of our lives for years. I hope you find something else that brings you joy and fills your soul the way blogging did when you first started. ♡♡
Brittany
Thank you! I’m TRYING my damnedest to listen better to those inner pulls. The thought to step away kept creeping up, so I’m honoring it. 🙂
Nicole @ Foodie Loves Fitness
Hope that you come back to blogging & I’ll of course be following along with your adventures via social!
Brittany
Thank you friend. I’ll be back I’m sure. 🙂 ❤
Christina Does It All
Ahhh! Let me know if you need any Ireland tips! Not driving tips though. I wasn’t allowed to drive. I can barely drive on American roads lol.
Brittany
BAHAAA. Girl I am so excited for this trip. Any highlights you think are a must definitely share.
Gingernutty
I think you are amazing! Will miss the blogs but look forward to watching your journey on Instagram! Driving on the left is easy 😊 Now driving on the right would scare the hell out of me! Take it easy x
Brittany
You made my day. Thank you for your kind words. ❤ ❤
Heather
I love all your crunchiness ❤ I'm going to try a few of your ways. My confession: I found 26 cents on the ground (2 dimes, 6 pennies) and didn't send you a picture…
Brittany
OMGAAH at one time!? That’s a jackpot.
stubbsyblog
Happy travels..if you like beer then definitely have guiness while you’re in Ireland, it tastes amazing! The irish are the friendliest people you can meet and it is stunningly pretty in places! Giant’s Causeway must be seen! WIll follow you on instagram to find out how your trip goes 😀 x
Brittany
Thank you! I don’t like beer, BUT I will be having a Guinness. AT the factory. HA. I’m so excited. Adding Giant’s Causeway to the list, thank you.
Allie Zottola
Enjoy your break! You will be missed!
I remember you blogging about natural dental care before and I was so interested. I love hearing about stuff like that! I was recently in a Lush store and saw they had natural toothpaste that you crush between your teeth, then wet your toothbrush and brush away. They also had powder toothpaste. I was to give it a try some time 🙂
Brittany
Whoa, that sounds like some intense toothpaste! HA. 🙂
Meghan@CleanEatsFastFeets
A blogging break…GASP, I will MISS you but I understand. We all need breaks from time to time. Plus I’ve got your number, literally.
Sorry about the kitty business. It’s always way different at home than at the vets. I feel your pain.
Go Ireland! That was a weird transition. My bad.
Brittany
I think of you when I give him fluids. He did really well yesterday. Actually, he always does really well, which makes it harder to stab him. I hate this.
dave379
I’ll miss your posts and perspectives and insights and adventures! but of course am happy and glad you’re continuing to follow your own voice and doing you. My favorite line of this one: “I’ve not yet tested this for workout clothes…” 🙂 Hugs to your cat too. Take care!
Brittany
Thank you! Your comment made me smile and laugh. 🙂
Josh dV
My confession: I am neurotic about eggs in the container. They need to be symmetrical. This is only thing I have to do this for and truth be told when there are odd numbers I do the best I can and don’t lose any sleep. But still….
I’ll miss you talking at me. See you on the other side.
Brittany
HA. That’s a good one. I’ll be back! Just need time time away. 🙂
aheffo
Enjoy your trip to Ireland. The roads are sometimes narrower when you are deep in the heart of the countryside eg West of Ireland, Kerry just take your time and you’ll be fine. Newgrange, Powerscourt {Co. Wicklow} Kilkenny and Dublin are some places worth visiting too and definitely Northern Ireland especially if you like Game of Thrones.
Brittany
Thank you! We are going north for sure. Making a bit of a loop around the entire country. Slow and steady it shall be! 🙂
GiGi Eats Celebrities
I cannot friggin’ believe Ireland is in 2 months! Um, wtf am I going to do when you’re not around to text! HAHAHAHAHA! I cannot live without you. YOU know this. Lets hope it’s not my totally PSYCHO week, or else, I am totally Fed!
Brittany
HAAAH. It will be like those times you ABANDONED ME to see the world and only texted once every so often. It will feel equally devastating.
evolvewithmary
Driving in foreign countries is always a little nerve-racking, but I’m sure you will be A-OK. My Mom uses baking soda as deodorant. Also, I need something a tab bit stronger than you ladies. I’m pretty obsessed with clean teeth, so I’m going to try pressing with wintergreen and peppermint essential oil.
Brittany
Thank you for the heads up, and for sharing your mom is my kindred spirit with baking soda! Some days I think I may need more, but I don’t spend time around people much soooo I just let it be. HAHA.
Rach @ This Italian Family
AH! Ireland!! That’s awesome! I’m excited to see these photos! 🙂
I hope your blogging break is just what you need, friend!
Brittany
I cannot wait for that trip!! The planning stage is getting me so excited. 🙂
Jane @cakesbakesandsimplesuppers
Baking powder works well as toothpaste too. Strawberries are also worth a try – surprisingly, the cut side makes a good tooth whitener ☺
Brittany
Ohhh wow, never thought of strawberries how interesting!