Have a Lovely Weekend

Happy Friday, friends! It’s been a hard week, hasn’t it?

My heart’s been heavy since the weekend. I’ve been trying to find the right words, something to say that would help make sense of all this. But there are no magic words for this — things need to change. #LoveIsLove

Above all, be kind and loving to one another today and always. I hope you all have a relaxing weekend, and here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web…

Feel beautiful with these 14 quotes.

My new freelance writing goal: Get published in the Washington Post’s Solo-ish column! Great stories here!

“I’m a stay-at-home mom. I’m an addict“

This 8th grader’s relationship contract is wonderful and hilarious.

How to respond to your crush’s texts.

Ahh, loving these mermaid essentials for summer.

The house from Father of the Bride is for sale — basketball hoop included!

Beware: This Instagram will give you all the feels.

Buffy The Vampire Slayer quotes FTW!

How gorgeous is this rainbow moonstone ring?

Yes, we should spend more time cuddling our cats.

Would you ever go to Mars?

Thoughts on texting and relationships.

The 50 best restaurants in the world.

Haha, the warning signs of adulthood.

Umm, rainbow sticky notes? YES, please!

Romantic 1940s newlyweds make me all sorts of nostalgic.

Cake batter ice cream for hot summer afternoons.

Last minute DIY Father’s Day gifts.

A Taylor Swift fan recreates her looks and it’s on point.

www.

Man Candy Monday.

Good morning, friends, and a VERY happy Monday to you! Did you miss me last week? I think my mom really enjoyed her guest posting gig — and maybe even has a newfound respect for what I do? I really appreciate all her hard work, but it’s great to be back! Also great? Today’s guy, who is currently wowing me in my newest binge-watch marathon. He’s a bit dark and mysterious. He seems incredibly soft spoken. And, I mean, those piercing eyes sure don’t disappoint…

MICHAEL C. HALL!!!!!!!!!!

“I think I had a shyness about me, I think I discovered acting as a way to break out of that and as a way of belonging, a sense of being special.”

Have a Relaxing Weekend

Happy Friday, friends! What are you doing this weekend? My mom is officially on summer vacation, so you know what that means — it’s the start of my “summer” too! I love being able to slow down the pace in the summer and spend time with family.

And speaking of family, guess who’s taking over So About What I Said next week? Ms. Bear! Yes, she’ll be guest posting for me all week while I do some behind-the-scenes blog work — remember my to-do lists? Well, it’s time to actually DO some of it. What sorts of posts would you like to see from my mom? Ms. Bear’s Kitchen? Family stories? I’ll be sitting down with her this weekend to brainstorm ideas, so let me know what you’re dying to read about! In the meantime, have a relaxing weekend, and here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web…

Gummy bear popsicles, anyone?

R.I.P., Talvin! Let’s console ourselves with Taylor’s best break-up song.

“Why I’m so grateful for lady blogs“

Cat lovers, unite!

Why you’ll marry the wrong person.

I think I’m going to go on a ’90s TV show binge-watching kick on Netflix. Who’s with me?

10 books guaranteed to make you feel beautiful from the inside out.

“To the boy I’ll never confess my feelings for” is like a page straight out of my diary — or blog post!

Are you a super recognizer?

Lauren Conrad does it again!

15 little habits to help relieve stress.

How beautiful are these color palettes inspired by famous movies?

Tip: Don’t work when you’re tired.

Sigh, it’s a romantic vineyard wedding!

Sunny Life is a summer lover’s paradise, don’t you think?

You might be a Millennial if…

Be a proud hot-dog princess. Seriously.

Delicious donuts in honor of National Donut Day!


Rose is the new unisex in fragrance.

Umm, these toddler rooms are adorable.

And as always, feel free to connect with me on Pinterest, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Bloglovin! See you there, friends! xoxo

10 Pinterest Finds To Get You Psyched For Summer

Tomorrow is June 1st, and if you’re anything like me, you probably started celebrating, like, yesterday! Seriously, I’m really not exaggerating here! Take my Memorial Day shenanigans, for example: Read magazines, sip soda, Netflix and chill. Repeat. For all three days.

But who am I kidding? It. Was. Glorious.

Equally glorious? The summer months are upon us! Think blue skies! Warm sun! light-weight clothes! Lots of lemonade! In the spirit of my most favorite season EVER, I’ve created a Summer Inspiration board on Pinterest so we all can partake in the fun! To get things rolling, here are 10 Pinterest finds to get you psyched for summer, starting with the perfect outfit for a lazy day (that floppy hat, though!)…

Lemon raspberry swirl ice cream sandwiches for picnics in the park (via Annie’s Eats)…

Serene waters to calm your mind…

The ultimate pool float for lazy afternoons…

DIY macarons for fun projects with friends (via Sugar & Cloth)…

Pretty flowers for planting and picking…

Surfboards for riding the waves…

A pink bike for weekend rides…

Picking seashells on the seashore…

And a quote, which is self-explanatory…


I also just realized that it’s exactly three weeks until the first day of summer, so there’s another reason to be EXTRA EXCITED, friends! What are you most looking forward to about the Season of All That Is Good and Sunny?? See you on Pinterest!!! xoxo

P.S. Fall, winter and spring inspiration! :)

Have a Fun (Long!) Weekend

Good afternoon, friends, and welcome to the LONG weekend! Are you ready for it? Got any fun plans? You know, they say Memorial Day is the unofficial beginning of summer, so I couldn’t be more thrilled, naturally. I plan to get outside this weekend, sip some cool beverages and maybe indulge in a ceremonial hot dog or two. You know, really enjoy the good life. Speaking of the good life, I’ll be taking Monday off, but look for your regularly scheduled blog shenanigans to resume in full force on Tuesday. In the meantime, have a fantastic weekend, and here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web…

Cristina Yang is everything, isn’t she?


Why great music gives us chills.

Get ready…Disney movies are coming to Netflix!

Quiz: How irritable are you?

McDreamy vs. McSteamy. Who would you choose??

How to deal if you dislike your friend’s significant other.

A love letter to Elaine Benes.

Would you get married in a museum?

Are you a lifelong eavesdropper?

How to keep fresh flowers alive.

Dream Home: Midcentury homes.

Everyday words that make you go ‘ew.’

Been working hard to achieve Inbox Zero and it’s a wonderful feeling!

Try these homemade lemonade recipes just in time for summer!

This restaurant built inside a cave looks amazing, doesn’t it?

Cool changes are coming to your Twitter feed.

It’s hard to be a kid in the age of social media.


Beautiful words from a husband about his wife. All the feels.

#GiveCaptainAmericaABoyfriend is officially a thing and I’m officially excited!

Wooden geometric necklace love!

And as always, feel free to connect with me on Pinterest, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Bloglovin! See you there, friends! xoxo