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November 1, 2019      16 Comments

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Friday Favorites

We are starting a new month, friends! Are you ready for what November has to offer? I am!

My hope is that this month is filled with wonderful opportunities, lots of smiles and laughter, and a ton of blog-tastic moments!

I’ve created a November calendar just for you! Be sure to grab it at the end of this post!

I’d love to hear from YOU on what you would like to see more of here at Make Life Marvelous! I am here to write content that matters to you! šŸ™‚

 

1. Halloween

 

Halloween was yesterday and I had so much fun! While I don’t really dress up for Halloween, I love staying in and watching Halloween-themed movies and tv shows!

 

2. Goal Setting

 

I’ve been wrapped up in goal setting this week and it’s already helping me get a little closer to my end goals! I’ve been mainly using Trello for this, and have a list of big goals I want to accomplish and then I’ve broken them down into mini-goals for each day. It has been really helpful!

 

3. Amazon Wish List Revamp

 

Do you have an Amazon Wish List(s)? It’s funny how what we want changes so much over the years.

I went through my lists and noticed that most of the choices were from 2013. Wow! So many movies or other gifts that I really don’t have any desire to own anymore. I deleted all of those items and added in some fun, new items that I would actually buy today or want as a gift.

 

4. Instagram Myths!

 

I don’t know about you, but I feel like I’m always learning something new with Instagram. Plus, there are a lot of different view points out there about using too many hashtags, using the same hashtags can get your account considered as spam, etc. I found this article from Later really great at busting some of the myths that I see posted a lot!

 

5. Hulu

 

I signed up for a free trial last weekend so that I could watch a particular movie, and I really love all of the options! There were so many 90’s Nickelodeon shows I used to watch growing up, and have really enjoyed the nostalgia. I also really enjoyed watching Smallville again!

 

Sales I’m Loving!

 

  • If you’re in need (or just really want!) of some boots, check out this Zulily sale for JustFab boots. I’m seeing a lot of Sam Edelman dupes! Each pair is only $13.99!

 

Let’s Chat!

What are you excited about for November?
Do you have any goals set for this month?
What did you do for Halloween?

 

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  1. Jennifer says

    November 1, 2019 at 8:27 AM

    I need to read that article from Later!

    Jennifer
    Effortlessly Sophisticated

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    • Make Life Marvelous says

      November 1, 2019 at 10:45 AM

      I think you’ll enjoy it, I learned a lot! Have a great weekend, Jennifer!

      Reply
  2. Ashlee Stuart says

    November 1, 2019 at 1:15 PM

    It drives me up the wall when I see people say “shadowbanned”! I hope a ton of people read that article so everyone can be on the same page about the platform! Thanks for sharing!

    Ashlee | https://www.maybeafterbrunch.com

    Reply
    • Make Life Marvelous says

      November 1, 2019 at 8:26 PM

      Definitely, Ashlee! That’s probably the most popular myth I see, too! I hope you have a wonderful weekend! šŸ™‚

      Reply
  3. Gabrielle says

    November 1, 2019 at 8:35 PM

    Love that you’ve been goal-setting lately girl, I’m the same! There must be something in the air this season…. haha šŸ™‚ Have a lovely weekend!

    aglassofice.com x

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    • Make Life Marvelous says

      November 4, 2019 at 12:40 PM

      Yes, haha, it’s a good thing to catch! I hope you had a wonderful weekend, Gabrielle!

      Reply
  4. Radi says

    November 2, 2019 at 2:56 AM

    Happy November!
    I’m excited for Thanksgiving this month… getting together with family and friends.

    http://www.fashionradi.com

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    • Make Life Marvelous says

      November 4, 2019 at 12:46 PM

      Happy November, Radi! I am too! šŸ™‚

      Reply
  5. Nancy says

    November 2, 2019 at 11:19 PM

    I’m glad you enjoyed your Halloween! I can’t believe it is already over!! It is great that you are chasing your goals. Keep it up! Oh man, Instagram is so complicated. I can’t with the app… Hope you will enjoy your November!!

    Nancy ♄ exquisitely.me

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    • Make Life Marvelous says

      November 4, 2019 at 12:47 PM

      Thank you, Nancy! I can’t either, time is flying so fast. I hope you have the best November, friend! šŸ™‚

      Reply
  6. Jessica says

    November 3, 2019 at 8:35 PM

    Wishing you all the best on your goals dear! Have a fab day!

    Jessica | notjessfashion.com

    Reply
    • Make Life Marvelous says

      November 4, 2019 at 12:49 PM

      I appreciate that so much, Jessica! I hope you have the best Monday! šŸ™‚

      Reply
  7. Nina says

    November 4, 2019 at 2:08 PM

    I’m excited for November too, after all it’s my birthday month. I agree about Insta __ every time I think I figured it out, I learn something new about it, haha. Happy Monday. xx

    https://www.ninakobi.com/2019/11/luxury-concealers-you-should-check-out.html

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    • Make Life Marvelous says

      November 4, 2019 at 2:20 PM

      Yay!! Happy Birthday month!! šŸ™‚ I totally can relate, friend! I hope you’re having a wonderful Monday!

      Reply
  8. Julie says

    November 4, 2019 at 6:28 PM

    I’m always amazed when I look through my old Amazon wish lists at all the things I wanted at one time, but totally don’t care about any more.
    x, Julie | ThisMainLineLife.com

    Reply
    • Make Life Marvelous says

      November 5, 2019 at 8:30 AM

      Yes! That was my exact feeling. I hope you’re having a great week so far, Julie! 😊

      Reply

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