WEEKLY VLOG: a real & raw chat, I changed my hair + TJ Maxx haul

[@itsjessicabraun]

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[@angelmoon9355]

I am obsessed with these day to day vlogs

[@itsjessicabraun]

I'm so glad!! I've been having so much fun filming them! :)

[@tiffanyrogersfeuer1914]

Me too! They’re so low key and relaxing

[@shannonmills4042]

I agree!

[@_______554]

SAME! She is so easy to relate to!

[@jenniferanderson8675]

Me too!

[@britstarlight]

Jess I just needed to tell you. A few weeks ago (or maybe more) you posted a video about how we put off doing things we are scared of and keep saying “one day I’ll do it” you said “well eventually that day needs to come’. That video hit me right at the right time. And because of you I have put myself back in school for my bachelor’s degree. Thank you for being a positive presence in this world. Also thank you for making me more comfortable with wanting to learn more about Christianity. I bought a devotional to start taking baby steps and I love it. Just thank you for being unapologetically you.

[@faithholman4476]

3 years ago we started the do the dishes every night and unload first thing in the morning so then we just load it throughout the day! It has been a game changer for me who HATES dishes!! It’s now a habit I do unconsciously and my kitchen looks so much better because of it!

[@karennicholson4167]

I do the same thing and it is a total game changer. I wake up to a clean kitchen and it takes little effort.

[@rachelethridge1976]

That pink turtleneck and new hair color… Jessica has entered her Barbie era!❤

[@gardenhappy4]

Have you ever thought about getting (and vlogging about) a "color analysis" done? Those are always fun to watch. I did not notice how "warm" your camel coat was until you held up (27:53mins) the cool and unsaturated lilac headband. The instant difference it made to your completion was interesting. All that natural light in the car really brought out the contrast.

[@Vonmacfire]

What do you think she is? I think a soft summer or Autumn but I am rubbish at color analysis at least on myself 😂

[@marinaannetoma1268]

I think she is a summer

[@morgansilva2092]

I have thought to ask the same thing!

[@amyr4944]

I’ve been commenting for years asking her to get one done😂🙌🏼

[@gardenhappy4]

@@Vonmacfire Me too! My first impressions are usually wrong when I watch those videos. Regarding Jessica, the lilac did not seem as nice as her warm camel coat, maybe the lilac was too soft and light though. Perhaps her colors need more saturation.

[@carolynkennedy1083]

Oh the beagle's ability to CRY is like no other!!! 😅😂❤

[@morgansilva2092]

Amen to that!

[@evebananas]

We run the dishwasher every night and then unload it first thing in the morning! It's the best- being able to load dirty dishes all day is amazing and we have a tiny sink so it's pretty necessary.

[@jeanjennings5712]

Wow....what a thought provoking question, especially as women and mothers. Your content has gotten really amazing, and I loved it before anyway! Keep going Jess. You're really on a good track with this semi-hard-turn content onto some issues that most women are facing. Well DONE!

[@funkycoldmedina29]

Lessons in Chemistry is so good! Every book club I’ve been in is different so just keep doing what works for you all and it’ll be fun

[@randomaf6338]

I have unexpectedly had tears come to eyes when the sun comes out. Alaska is so rough on mental health. I get so used to months of not enough light that...yeah it can be a miracle to see and feel alive for a moment!

[@lily_white]

mason jars don't automatically vacuum seal themselves. you either need to heat the contents up and then put a lid on or get a special device that vacuum seals them. Otherwise, it's a lidded vessel just like any other lidded vessel. I guess since it's tall, only a couple of them are actually in contact with the dripped water, so that might help make fruit last longer

[@marinaannetoma1268]

Dry your fruit on counter be4 placing in jar

[@BrittanyTheLeo]

I'm so grateful for your videos. Whenever I get a notification, something inside me just lights up and makes me smile sooo hard!! I'm a first time mom with a almost 6 month old and when I get to sit down and watch one of your videos, it MAKES my day. They are so relaxing to me and also help motivate me. Thank you for all you do ❤ btw I loove your new hair!! I would love to see it all naturally curly 😍

[@itsjessicabraun]

What an incredibly kind comment!! Thank you so much!!!

[@amyr4944]

Cover girl has lost their mind with that price😱😱😱 It does look lovely on you. 🌺 I’ve been asking and commenting for years but I would looove if you got a color analysis done. I think it would make a great video. But I also think you’d be sooo surprised to find out what season you are. And it honestly makes clothes and makeup shopping so much easier💕💕

[@HeatherGraff-jc4pk]

I can TOTALLY relate to the amount of joy you felt to see the sun again! We have been dealing with the same thing in Vermont , and there is just nothing like gray winter days to make you appreciate the sun! ☀️

[@AnokinaShahbaz]

Love you and your videos Jessica! Keep shining your light and God bless 🕯️💖

[@laurenmintz8667]

My husband and I keep trying to remind ourselves that we are in one of the hardest phases of parenting right now (our boys are 5 and 19 months). Especially since our toddler has never once slept through the night. I keep reminding myself it WILL get easier, and that my youngest won’t need me multiple times a night forever

[@lauradavis9928]

Mine is finally sleeping through the night most nights at 3.5 years old! I thought she never would! But we’re finally here. Hang in there! It gets better!

[@Susan-Thomas]

As you know, I teach and my wife and mother of two daughters, who are now grown out of the house. However, when they were young I got into the habit of eating earlier and loading the dishwasher to run. That way it was done and could be unloaded before bed. There is nothing like walking out to a clean kitchen in the morning and a pot, a freshly roasted coffee! That being said, I also began doing a load of laundry every morning and putting it in the dryer as soon as I got home from school. usually by the time we finish dinner, it was ready to fold. Laundry did not pile up and I felt accomplished. I also have my husband give his bathroom a quick cleaning and I do the same with mine. You never know if one of you could get sick during the day and have to come home. Who wants a dirty bathroom if you are sick? A cleaning takes the matter of less than five minutes if that. We also both swish Pine-Sol around in our toilet. His bathroom is right by the door we walk into the house and just coming into that fresh clean scent each day as welcoming. Little changes make for a world of difference. You know this is my year for rediscovering myself and any other little changes I can make, throw them at me! Girl, I love your hair! I am getting ready to do mine this weekend. I generally go a bit darker during the winter, however, those little flex of pixie dust are beginning to shine through, and I’m not quite ready for that!😮😩 So color it this weekend! Love you, dear Jess, and I’m in love with these vlogs!❤ keep them coming and give those precious little girls a big hug!

[@Makeupstaples]

Great advise thank you for sharing

[@sophiejames1802]

I was raised a codependent (people pleaser) and realized that it was an extremely toxic situation growing up. I've since left my entire family behind for the sake of my mental health (best but hardest decision ever). I wish I could say that the church has become my family but sadly after trying for years to meet women/couples and connect, they are so incredibly exclusive and judgmental. If you don't have a family or kids then you don't belong in the church (I'm married 14 years, no family or kids). The reason I'm posting this is to create awareness in the church. I will not live my life based on the opinions of others (having kids just to fit in) and I don't understand why the church is so cold towards people like me without giving me a chance to get to know who I (me), I am, as a human being. I turn 37 tomorrow.

[@cmills53]

I absolutely love your channel and you have such a wonderful upbeat personality!! The makeup shorts I enjoy so much!!

[@sherim1510]

"as long as ...-just to note thet word added was "do" and if we change that like the french, all the things we list wafter that ill sort themselves in a new way as uman beings vs. human doings.I feel loved when I show love give love ,accept love>All the proving, pleasing, doubting, shame spirals can pause the judgement cycles so we don't pass them down to our children or deflect them to others or buy it. A wonderful contemplation. I pause alot more as a grieving new widow. I'm judged for it as crazy but my heartbeat that reminds me of the love I held and how love remains still with us beyond all the busy and tasks and goals and accomplishments. Thank you for your channel and your authentic kindness and self reflection.

[@elainedoyle8455]

I just joined a book club. We meet once a month, usually the first weekend of the month, to discuss the book we read the month before. Loving it so far.

[@jenniferdickson8533]

I love the edits you put on the screen now telling us what you thought of the products! Like the ear pod case and how it didn’t stay on. Thank you! Love!

[@itsjessicabraun]

Thanks so much!!

[@katiewest7424]

That was my favorite book of 2023. I hope you love it!

[@cristinaedgecomb6232]

Love the hair!!! Looking forward to your book update. Recently I discovered our local library has an online book club. We vote on the next book and then you have 3 months to read it which is nice because it gives you plenty of time to get it from the library. Then throughout the three months there are check ins saying what chapter you should be done with by that point. And the moderator puts questions on the forum for us to answer. When we check the books out we get 3 weeks so I usually read it early on in the quarter and then when I get an email notification that a new question is posted I go online and respond and read what others wrote. It’s fun and it’s getting me to read books I wouldn’t have ordinarily just because I hadn’t heard of them. Next quarter we are reading The Dutch House which I’m super excited about because that one was on my list. I know you have mentioned your library before but this is a reminder to all that libraries offer more than we realize.

[@mariep4512]

I loved the background music you chose! Also, I really love tjmaxx shopping trips and hauls.

[@jenniferlyons4150]

My mother is genuine, she never lied to me, she's trust worthy, and a woman of faith. I seek those traits in friendship and that helps me to feel accepted amongst my peers. Despite a personality like my dad's, my values are very similar to hers. ❤ I do not believe "everyone is my friend" because I am cautious. I feel my very small and very tight circle of friends is solid.

[@karenjohnson2714]

Love that hair color on you, your so right small changes can make big differences.

[@brittbillok]

I am obsessed with the crown and hate that it is over!!!

[@roxy148921]

I absolutely LOVED Lessons in Chemistry when I read it last year!

[@olivia1992]

Love love LOVEEEE the new hair look!! It’s so pretty on you Jessi girl!! ❤

[@susylopez4048]

“In the think of it”…I have a 3.5yr old and 6month old and same…I’m working from home one day to make my brain sane…work and do some laundry. I give myself 1-2 house items to complete while I work from home (I used to try and do EVERYTHING and I’d lose my mind) but also, if I didn’t do this I’d be wanting to clean and stress out while having the little ones

[@rayneeday814]

we do smoothies every morning and we’ve noticed that if we put powders in before the liquid, the powders stay at the bottom… we also use the bullet blender and not an actual blender 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@yelizavetapolyakov]

I clicked SO fast!! I’ve been loving your vlogs ❤❤have a blessed day

[@itsjessicabraun]

Thank you so much! You too!!

[@doreenb3411]

New subscriber here. Really enjoying your content. I love the variety of things you talk about. I had to laugh when you talked about the sun bringing you so much joy. I live in Indiana too so can totally relate to our lack of sun, particularly in the winter. My son moved to FL after college. After he’d lived there maybe a month, I asked him how he was doing/feeling. He said “I feel great Mom, I think it’s the sun!” My dr regularly puts me on massive doses of vitamin D in the winter so that tells you just how sun deprived we are here. 🫤

[@jaceecalvert4192]

Your hair looks amazing!!! Brightens up your whole face 💗💗

[@mygiantrobot]

I love that in the first real shot of the video, we see Tyler's boat. Your favorite thing! BTW, we live somewhat different lifestyles, but I really enjoy your vlogs!

[@sarahcarterthomas]

These vlogs are making me so happy 🥰 you are killing it with the cute editing and music too!

[@mommyandme2017]

Wow Jess…. This chat about “I feel loved/accepted…” couldn’t have come at a better time. I started seeing a therapist recently. We have just sorta dive’d into my need to take care of other people. I am a 100% perfectionist and if it’s not perfect, I’m freakin out. I figured it out… my life is so full of chaos, because I’m constantly taking on everyone else’s problems, that the things I feel like I can control, I must control. For example, having a spotless house. I don’t want people to see the chaos inside of me, so I put on this facade of perfectionism. I’m taking this as a nod from above… I’m gonna figure this out, for ME! ❤

[@michelleflores1769]

I don’t know if its a beagle thing, but our beagle is the SAME way with nail trims. She won’t let us do it, she panics at a groomer or Petsmart but she tolerates it when we go to the vet. It works so its what we stick with so I totally get why y’all don’t do it at home!

[@WallxFlower]

Excited for the perfectionism video. I like to call myself a perfectionist in recovery, haha. But as someone who’s been in therapy for years and is currently back in school to become a therapist, I appreciate those deep topics ❤️

[@anna_petrov]

I am LOVING these casual vlog style of videos. They're so relaxing and laid back - really helps me unwind after a long day (or any time I see you upload XD) Anyways, keep it up Jess and I am also really enjoying the new camera too - the quality of these videos are so crisp 😊

[@Butterfly_Laura]

I loved The Crown!!! It was so good! I’m with you and the sun! I work at a daycare and I have been so thankful this past week that we have had so much sunshine! (I’m also an Indy girl)

[@telegraphable]

That's such an interesting prompt... not saying I had the perfect childhood but my immediate reaction was I don't have to do anything, my family loves me unconditionally. I am also not a people-pleaser at all so I guess that makes sense!

[@miiaproductions]

Love your vlogs 💖💖 I love the new hairstyle, looks so good on you 😍

[@xoteish]

The dedication in this video 🫶🏽

[@Butterfly_Laura]

Oh! I love your new hair! Granted… I always love your hair, but the new color is really pretty!!! Also… I finally broke down and ordered the Covergirl essence… I can’t wait for it to come in! I’ve been hearing both you and Jen Phelps raving about it… I couldn’t resist! I hope I love it as much as you guys do!

[@rosebud7233]

Ooooh i’m so excited for the upcoming book content! 📚

[@milenaclemson1718]

I can’t wait to see your updated book video! I’ve finally been able to start reading again after having my 3rd. So hard finding time for me again. I also wanted to share that Rachel Zoe pronounces her last name, Zoh. You don’t say the “e” like you do with Chloe. Love you! Been watching you for years. I watch every video!!!

[@shelbieslaton4736]

The bean soup!! I had never even heard of it and saw it at Aldi the other day and grabbed it thinking it would be something quick to try. I'm from Louisiana so I'll probably doctor it up a little (add the Cajun trinity and a ham hock or two) but I'm glad to know it tastes good by just following the directions!

[@jocelynsloan7801]

The dishwasher at night and load throughout the day is the BEST HACK. Changed my life haha.

[@erin89f29]

These vlogs are the best. My day is made! Thanks Jess!

[@charlottelast2278]

The one trend I can’t let go of is the foam coffee…I make a big batch and freeze it and I make ice coffees with it in the mornings. I mix brown sugar and regular sugar with the water and instant coffee it’s got a hold on me 🫣

[@savannahbrasells3582]

These are my favorite kind of videos 😍

[@rageena_b]

Really enjoyed watching this vlog!

[@rebeccarowan4538]

Another very enjoyable hang out / vlog session! Good stuff Jess! 💕

[@Teaspoon04]

I splurged and got a Kate Spade AirPods Pro case and it is FANTASTIC. Nice adhesive on the lid, it hasn’t budged. And it’s flowers, neutral gold/black but they had cute patterned ones too.

[@sarahtritt524]

I don’t comment much but if you edited this video, you go girl! It was so aesthetically Pleasing and so girly ❤

[@itsjessicabraun]

Yay! I did! 😄

[@sidneymarie6199]

Food for thought that I think you might benefit from… household work and being a mom is a job too. Just because it’s not paid, doesn’t mean it’s not important. Often times, mom work and housework is undermined. If you think about it, if you didn’t do the household work or mom work, you’d have to pay someone else to. It has way more value than you realize. ❤

[@jordanlai5467]

Loveeee these vlogs so much 🥰 I bought one of the dresses you bought for Felicity at Winners for my goddaughter’s bday 💖 so spring 🌸

[@annamoore7654]

You’ve been spitting fire recently! That question towards the middle was very reflecting

[@womanofacertainage5892]

I have the starlight, too! I got the Macbook Air 15 inch - I got mine about 3 months ago and LURRRVE it!

[@elainerose8799]

I highly recommend the Lessons in Chemistry series. It’s super well done and high quality acting. I haven’t read the book to say how close it is to the source material though.

[@alicepirola7077]

Love your vlogs, new hair and TJ Maxx haul❤ Thanks for brightening my day!😊

[@millylarz]

Hair looks amazing 💇🏼‍♀️😍! Get a good purple/blue shampoo and conditioner with a hair mask it will help the tone last so much longer. I used to use the redken line, and it kept my cool blonde away from the yellow side and my carmels from turning orange lol😊.

[@itsjessicabraun]

Thank you for the tip! Will do! 😄

[@edeely]

My dogs are the same! I have to bring them to the vet to get their nails trimmed. Tucker is older and just sits there with them but Auggie is so dramatic. I can hear him from the back when they cut his nails. They have never let me do it at home.

[@christines.3380]

This is so timely because I am in the market for a MacBook. The options are bewildering!

[@JenniLeeann]

My mom said that when you want to get something done like laundry. Turn it into a game with them. Maybe turn throwing the laundry into a game with your girls. At least Genevieve. My mom started doing that with us when we were little.

[@atheacore]

Eek! I LOOOVE your hair! It is so fun!!

[@jennylynn79]

I literally just got that same pair of pj’s! So drawn to that color as well. Loved this vlog as usual 🤩

[@danaj1649]

I love the more serious chats ❤❤❤

[@kzfingerprint]

Oh, i love these so much! Just so you know, i try so hard to "save" these up because i don't want to "waste" them, lol.

[@taybreef5452]

I love these vlogs!!

[@monicam48]

Your hair turned out great Jess, I'm loving it! Where did you find your jacket that is really cute?❤️

[@wisbyemily]

Your hair looks amazing!!!

[@Sl1ck_Lunat1c]

Love the new hair!!

[@olgaderun6196]

I’ve been doing no eye makeup as well and it’s so easy to remove at the end of the day, loving the new cover girl foundation tint as well 😍

[@modernvettech]

Girl PREACH about TJmaxx bathroom they are my Go To when I’m out shopping and need to potty.

[@emilyhawkins4149]

We just started having a mobile groomer come to our house for doggy nails trims. Our vet stopped doing nail trim only appts. The mobile groomer is really affordable and worth it to have someone come to the house.

[@amontgomery1212]

I love the handwriting overlays you did on this video!

[@itsjessicabraun]

Glad you like them!!

[@askashleybogard4394]

The half gallon Mason jars are incredible too! I cut up Romain lettuce with a paper towel on bottom. And lasts forever! Even cut. Buy the plastic jar lids!

[@cindywiemers9149]

I too, loved The Crown!! Great vlog, thanks Jessica, love ya, Cindy💗🌻

[@giantcupofcoffee]

Omg books clubs are fun! I have a book club where we read classic Goosebumps lol. It’s low-pressure and we always end up just talking about horror movies. I liked Lessons in Chemistry! I interpreted it as almost an AU (alternate universe) ‘60s where the main character says all the modern things that we would say now to terrible men.

[@AMDG_-nk2dp]

Hi Jessica, Where did you buy your kitchen soap and lotion dispensers ? I liked them alot and am tired of saving the nicer unique plastic hand soap containers to refill. Thanks Jessica. You are always busy with household tasks. We are right there with you. Take it easy......,🌞

[@dmhumphrey1965]

I loved the book and the series “Lessons in Chemistry”!❤️

[@kaleighlaurilynn]

My friends and I just started a book club as well! We’re meeting every two weeks right now, and reading about 10 chapters a week, and I feel like that gives all of us plenty of time to get the reading done in between. I don’t think there’s any rules to book club, just keep doing what you want 😊

[@lmrh1960]

You can thank Maria Montessori for making things easier for the littles; things lower where they can reach and made-to-scale furniture, etc. Love the hair! 💁🏼‍♀️ What did Tyler think??

[@jerriQuinlan]

I love the fact that every once in a while I will learn a new ( to me ) term . This time it was baby sprinkle. I have heard of baby shower but actually had to look up the term baby sprinkle ( showing my age I guess 😂😂)

[@smbarone2000]

Oh my goodness, I can't believe we had the same meal! Hurst's HamBeen 15-bean soup must be trending. My mom usually makes soup beans after Christmas with the ham bone. I wanted to try a recipe and Googled ham bone and bean soup. I found a recipe from Holly Spend With Pennies and she uses Hurst's HamBeens 15-bean soup mix. It's basically what's on the bag but adapted for the slow cooker. I also made a box of Duncan Hines Dolly Parton sweet cornbread in a cast-iron skillet. We both enjoyed the soup. I'm glad I blitzed up some of the beans to thicken. I did think 2 cans of drained diced tomato would be even better. Love your new color, by the way. It's buttery bronde.

[@samantha312314]

I really enjoyed that book. And your new hair 💕🔥

[@ohsolovelymrs]

Laptop upgrades are so exciting! I bought the same one after struggling trying to run Illustrator and Word. Lol. The M2 chip is fabulous and the air is so much lighter than the Pro. Zero regrets for me and I’m so excited for you!

[@YayaBolender]

If you like The Crown, I really highly suggest that you read the book: “Spare” by Prince Harry, it’s not at all what you could imagine, there is nothing mean in it, on contrary, it’s probably the most touching book I have ever read. It may make you question what is said in The Crown, I actually don’t know because I didn’t watch everything regarding The Crown yet. Another thing I wanted to say: of course do your cleaning tasks while you are with your kids, it’s how I learned: by observing my nanny or my grandmother cleaning our home, or cooking, or gardening. Not that your daughters are meant to clean or cook in the future, but it’s better to know how to do it, just in case. And who knows? Maybe one day they will insist on helping you.

[@cecilial.4359]

The Hello Fresh meal looked amazing 🙂

[@monicasuarez5841]

Wait a second. You read during your hair appointments? That’s genius! I like my hair stylist but struggle to keep a conversation going for the 3 hours I’m there… How do you introduce the reading part? Just do greetings then pull it out and read? This is a game changer. Also, love your hair and these vlogs!

[@itsjessicabraun]

Yep! I usually chat with her for a few minutes then just start reading. 😄

[@bridgetparedes]

Jess, like you I am a staunch believer in "the book is always better" - but Lessons in Chemistry was one of only 2 instances where I liked the series better than the book! I felt like although the content was pretty similar, there was a different, maybe more hopeful tone to the series. Would love to hear your thoughts when you've experienced both!

[@finas.9577]

My friends and I formed our own book club during the pandemic. It lasted a little more than a year but we read quite a few books. We wood give each other about a month and come together for a zoom meeting to discuss it. It was quite fun!

[@jolenevalenzuela6766]

Oh my gosh Jessica, I legit just got my hair done 2 days ago to be like yours! I literally took screenshots of you sand showed them to my stylist! I guess I’m always late to the game. Lol

[@2squeakiepigs418]

Lessons in chemistry so good, Jessica I am reading the second Mrs Astor, per yours and Tyler’s books list

[@taradevito6751]

Apparently money pieces are out it’s ok to add lightness but blended! Can’t wait to see!

[@harmonicachan7472]

I love love love your videos!