Week in My Life | Tikas Birthday , Grocery + Trader Joes Haul

[@nancydee6106]

Oh girl whenever I need to get into a healthy routine I just go to KZbin and check out this girl named Melissa Merk, she is all inspiring, She shops at Whole Foods just like me and filled her cart with yummy food goes home and makes them. She cleans out her fridge raider and drinks cream soda just like me, she takes walks along the seawall which I will probably never see, unless I watch her videos! I love her! You are an inspiration, I pray that you become inspired to be the person that you are! However we are all subject to the funk! I started doing Pilates lately so I’m pretty amped up for life but I’ve had those moments of let’s do nothing fuck everything! Lol 😂 take care

[@MelissaMerk]

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[@deidra7326]

Hi Melissa! I just want you to know that I've been struggling mentally too in similar ways. I still get up and get work done, and take care of myself the best I can. Life is maybe telling you to slow down, take it day by day girl! It's okay that you're going through a rough patch, I appreciate you keeping it real and sharing your feelings! You are heard & I hope things start looking up for you. 🤗

[@AlexbubbaBEE]

I totally felt that way last week too!! After talking to a lot of people who were in the same boat, I'm pretty sure it was the time change! Losing an hour really does affect your energy and mood. This week I feel a lot better! You got this, Mel🥰

[@MelissaMerk]

definitely think that was factor!

[@Anna8765]

@02:53 tika listening to the tea🤣🤣

[@katrinacool]

I love the idea of taking pictures of outfits to wear- brilliant!! I must do this😊😊😊😊

[@nancydee6106]

Me too

[@ashleighlecount]

I love how much Tika loves her watermelon 🍉

[@ft.malina]

I feel you on the low mood and needing a healthy routine but it’s also good to take care of yourself and relax!

[@ladysmithrose]

Yep feeling it too ,its the weather and what's going on in the world ,For upstairs 5 am barking ,I would say something to them and if that doesn't work I would record the barking and play it back to them at midnight for a whole hour lol I wouldn't worry on tika barking sometimes thats normal ,barking for a straight hour is NOT normal.God bless you and tika :)

[@erink17]

GIRL. I feel the same way! I’m not motivated at ALL for anything. Hoping sunshine is near! 🌞

[@susanrodman3380]

It’s all downhill from here, as things will get easier. Loved the vlog. Hoping you feel better soon.

[@natkubes]

we love the long vids bestie!!!!

[@gracedelacruz3414]

I live in the same area and honestly despite everything being so close to each other, grocery/errands are a pain. Everyone drives in the suburbs and God forbid you get stuck behind a train 🙃 I avoid making more than 2 stops at a time so my weekend grocery run is No Frills and Natures Fare, then alternating Costco and T&T during the week.

[@trueblonde89]

Me too!! Love Natures Fare Market!!

[@chankh1980]

Hi Mel , tbh i have been following u for years and i want to tell u that u have are the person who make me have a big change in my life , u are so inspiring Lots of loves💗💗

[@teatimeattiffanys]

Happy birthday tikkaaa!!!

[@ssprsun4235]

Girl ive been feeling weird as fuck lately too. Hope you get some rest and back on your thing soon, sending you ❤️❤️❤️

[@MelissaMerk]

you too! ❤

[@lucyquezada1201]

😅😅😊😮😊 zzwxnw

[@Elizabeth-M2024]

We do multiple places. I enjoy Langley farm market for produce and meat, and then if we’re lazy, we go to Save-on for everything else. But if we feel up to it or need a lot of non-perishable items, we go to Walmart because it’s so much cheaper than Save-on. And we have monthly Costco shops

[@Goated_Highlights1]

I've been feeling the same way the past month! I think it's from the long winter, we all need some sunshine/natural vitamin D! And yes I go to multiple grocery stores too, probably like 3 lol 😆

[@naelyg.3268]

Hope you feel better girl💕 take your time and the time you need off!

[@katrinacool]

I go to two or three different stores because they each have different items and as a vegetarian I like having options. Definitely think your trip will make you get over the blah feelings. Tika is adorable !!!🥰❤️😊☀️🦩

[@jesshuxford2290]

I have a barky mini Aussie also and the water mist/spray bottle fixed the issue! I keep a mini spray bottle on my table and now if I just reach for it, he’s silent 😂

[@ervinsmoviecorner8748]

Happy spring, Melissa!❤️❤️

[@13kristaa]

I get a produce box delivered every week, food is sourced form local farms in my area (Ontario) and I go to Superstore for everything else. Sometimes if I am craving dessert I will go to a bakery!🤤

[@shannonk.5172]

Lol at Tika listening to you talk about the dog upstairs 😅 Maybe you'll see the owners sometime and could bring it up 🙈 Ive been feeling unmotivated and in a Funk lately too, thank you for sharing so we know we're not alone 🤍 it definitely helps me to take it slow and sometimes I just need a few days at home just watching TV and doing nothing (like today 🙃) Hope you feel more yourself soon🤍💫 I also have a few grocery stores I go to too! I wish we had Trader Joe's and Whole Foods in Germany 😍

[@MelissaMerk]

❤❤ hope you're feeling better!

[@kindramunerlyn1227]

I’ve really been enjoying Yoga lately and light cardio. I do 2 lower body days, 1 upper and 2 core days. I really want to get into Pilates but honestly it’s a very hard practice

[@Angelathibert1]

BCAAs are great when you’re that sore! Sometimes it’s nice feeling a bit sore, but it sucks not being able to work out for a week because of it!

[@irishbutterfly369]

My husband & I used to be able to only shop at Kroger & randomly at Meijer or Trader Joes (before the pandemic) but now we have to go to both Kroger & Meijer every time because one store never has everything on our list & we go to Trader Joes about once every few months (we would go more often if we have one close).

[@wishyouwerenorthwest7595]

You might have already posted this somewhere, but where is your oversized leather jacket from? 😍

[@vivianchoi12]

You're leaving for Seattle and I just flew from Seattle! I grocery shop at multiple places - WholeFoods, Trader Joes, and a local grocery store 🙃 I wish we had a good bakery around here -- if we did, I would be getting my bread from yet another location haha

[@Margaret_Hemenway]

Where is your leather jacket from? I love!!

[@kindramunerlyn1227]

I go to multiple places. My Go to spots are Sams, Living foods, Whole Foods and this new place I go to now called Capital city market. I miss going to the Asian market, I definitely need to start going again

[@gabbyiversen8915]

Mel have you tried Laroche posays effaclar clarifying solution toner? I swear it has cured my life long battle with acne. Also spirinolactone definitely takes at least 2-3 months to notice any difference because it works by decreasing hormones like testosterone which contributes to jawline acne. Hormone changes as you know take some time! Thank you for all you great content and have a good vacay!

[@anniebanana3698]

Also, I'm pretty sure I go to the same grocery store and they are ridiculously expensive but I like the variety of stuff they sell so I still go there. I really like the rebel cookies once I freeze them and just take one or two out and put them in the microwave for a few seconds to heat up. Somehow it makes it taste yummy whereas I wasn't a fan of them straight out of the bag.

[@Margaret_Hemenway]

What island are you going to in Hawaii?!

[@felixjack8449]

We order online from Save on, it's such a time saver. If an item isn't good enough they refund, double refund for produce. Is it possible to balance your audio? Your voice is nice and soft and when the music comes in its so much louder and I constantly turn up and down the volume. 🙂

[@anniebanana3698]

WTF, I'm now completely confused about uphill or downhill and what makes the most sense. I am clearly overthinking it and without the motivation to even ask Mr. Google 🙃😂😂😂

[@vivianjones5904]

Get better soon! 😎

[@francodisposable]

Hey Melissa! Did you pass your course ??

[@reemasam9212]

love you from Dubai 💚

[@alyf.6698]

Tika is such a cutie 😊

[@emilyo7776]

I’ve done the Whole Foods thing, the pc thing (but I think they’re evil LOL), but now I just shop at a local produce store in Ottawa plus go to Farm boy for fun little packaged things. Everyone has been complaining about grocery prices going up but I swear my bill has been slashed in half shopping at the produce store! So bulk + fancy 😂❤️

[@melanieklarin2790]

I also been feeling unmotivated as well. Hoping to get out of this funk really soon! 😢

[@natalierussell4449]

I usually just go to Costco they are amazing!!

[@maryjaneknab4051]

Earplugs Melissa, earplugs. I’ve used them for years!

[@MelissaMerk]

How do you hear your alarm!? 😅 I'm scared I wont wake up

[@melodytan3471]

Like your video before watching haha

[@nancydee6106]

I shop at wf only, occasionally costco for like tp and stuff

[@trueblonde89]

Where do you get your coconut bread!?

[@lindaarslani]

Why dont you try rosemary and mint oil on ur hair to see if they will grow past that length. Ive seen it a lot on insta and tiktok and i believe it might work. Hope you give it a try and its okay to have a full week to rest, changes are some things u need to feel them and let them sink in. Love u Melissa ❤️

[@sarahroldan5799]

Hi! I’m a behavior analyst and love your channel. I do not train dogs but you may want to try giving your pup a treat when someone approaches in your building. She may then associate people with good things instead of barking. Let me know if this works over time!

[@MelissaMerk]

I started doing this and she has gotten better!! :)

[@sannucca3343]

I don't want to alarm you but I think you should contact your doctor about your muscle recovery, just to be sure there's nothing wrong. The muscle pain from working out should not last that long. Just looking out for you :) Green tea seems to be helping for me. And extra hydration.

[@liesldykeman7104]

How much does the botox cost?

[@sherrysimpson4440]

Costco for everything but meat buy meat at walmart...used to do aldi's and walmart....but stopped that

[@Leelanau03]

with your dark hair you remind me of claire fraser from outlander haha!!

[@Karywee_seed]

I got on drinking shungite water. Its changed my life! Look into it

[@katydavis3390]

Make a color oops video!!

[@msmintygreen]

Definitely multiple stop for groceries 😅

[@bugdrawsportraits]

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[@nancydee6106]

And…. Order a freaking blowup couch for now on Amazon!

[@katiejanz]

You may need more iron for muscle recovery. Not a doctor though, just dealt with that personally.

[@ssss-io5ct]

Leave the people with the barkimg dog a polite note, suggesting a bark collar also, barking d9gs are the worst. It shouldn't be allowed to happen for that long..

[@nancydee6106]

Yeah do this!

[@abbycastillejos7642]

One place I’m not a health freak

[@jukio02]

I wonder what happened to Melissa.

[@nancydee6106]

Hey there how have you been just stopped by to say I was thinking about you hope you’re doing OK

[@carolynknapp7644]

I accidentally hit dislike I meant to hit like , I fixed it! 😱🙈💕💕💕

[@nijolepetronyte4945]

Hi, I've sent you a collaboration offer to your email. Hope to hear from you soon 😊