this shit rocks no. 59: a really, really good avocado toast

Plus sunscreen and meat sticks!

Two things that Tom Brady and I share in common is that we can both crush a fistful of almonds, and we’re both putting our life’s work on the back burner to pursue a career in comedy. I am mostly kidding (see! JOKES!), but I would like to proudly share with you, my dear subscriber, that last week, I completed Improv 101 at UCB.

Everyone (read: the same 3 people that I see in LA) has been asking me, “why improv, Sara????” I honestly don’t know. It’s something that I’ve always been curious about though the thought of actually doing it terrified me. I figured that was a good enough reason to sign up.

I had the best time over the last 8 weeks, and not just because I am a recovering high school overachiever that misses excelling in a classroom setting. At the end of the first class, the student (who is an actor) sitting next to me leaned over and assumed that I, too, was an actor. One of my proudest achievements.

Anyway, if you needed a sign to do something out of your comfort zone, THIS IS IT. Always accept the stated reality! Yes, and!!!! Okay, here are some things I’ve been loving.

SkinCeuticals Matte Defense SPF 50

I feel inundated with a million skincare regimens every time I open TikTok (I am sick of hearing about your Supergoop Glowscreen!!!!!) That said, I’ve never seen anyone plug this sunscreen which is insane because it is a miracle product (been using it for 5+ years!!), so I’m giving it the limelight that it deserves.

It doesn’t leave a white cast, and as the name implies, it is slightly matte-ifying so if you have skin that’s on the oily side, it doesn’t leave you looking greasy. I don’t put on much make up on most days, but I never skip this.

Chomps Variety Pack

One of the most challenging parts about taking improv classes was going 3 hours without eating. That is not a joke. I’ve recently come around to MEAT STICKS, so I got into the habit of packing one with me to enjoy during the drive home from class. Do you ever type out a sentence and realize that you’re a giant loser?

They sell these at Trader’s Joe’s but this variety pack is a fun way chomp ‘em all!!

Damn Good Avocado Toast

I will admit that I tested a recipe earlier this week with the intention of featuring it, but it was just okay. We’ll circle back with that one. However, I did happen to have a beautifully ripe avocado, so I pivoted to this damn good avocado toast with and all the fixings. This is, quite literally, the only avocado toast I want to eat.