Man Candy Monday.

Happy October, friends!! It’s the month of falling leaves, pumpkin spice lattes and Halloween — what could possibly be better than that? I’ll be kicking off Fall Favorites Week in a bit, but first: I just have to continue highlighting some of my favorite people from Criminal Minds, which is a show I’m unbelievably IN LOVE with these days. This guy is strong. His smile is intriguing. And he’s got impeccable and suave style…

SHEMAR MOORE!!!!!!!!!!

“Although I have a lot of close female friends in my life, my number one is still my mom. Without her, I wouldn’t have the values that I have and see the world the way that I do today. She taught me how to appreciate and respect women. She taught me chivalry and how to love a woman and respect their feelings and emotions.”

Have a Fun Weekend

Welcome to the weekend, friends! I don’t know about you, but I’m pumped for two whole days of no work! But I am looking forward to one thing next week — it’s Fall Fashion Week on So About What I Said!! Excited, right? See you all back here on Monday, and I hope you have a relaxing weekend. Here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web…

Who’s your favorite couple from Buffy?

Gosh, I loved this show!

Emma Watson on gender equality.

Pride flag waves in outer space.

Pretty in love with these bracelets.

Here’s to better flirting!

The Lion King is going live action!

How to overcome a binge-watching addiction.


What’s the sexiest thing about you?

The perfect little leaf ring for fall.

YESSSS!!! It’s time to stop calling women crazy.

How hauntingly beautiful are these bottled flowers?

Me.

Ouch, Google makes us overestimate our intelligence.

Lasting relationships come down to two things.

Good news: Our cat obsession makes us healthier and happier!

Is too much confidence really a bad thing?

Check out these photos for a new view of history.

Why disability visibility is so important.

…and 13 frustrating things people with disabilities face on the regular.

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

Aww! These Adorable Cats Will Melt Your Heart

Here’s something to get us to Friday: Toronto photographer Pete Thorne has been snapping photos of chubby cats in all their wonderful glory. His Kickstarter Fat Cats is a collection of his work, from calicos to black cats to orange tabbies…

Aren’t they adorable? Like I said, never in my wildest dreams did I ever think I’d be a cat person and then…well, Harry and Stella waltzed into our lives. I guess it’s safe to say they changed our minds — and our lives! #CatLadyForever… xoxo

[Via Buzzfeed]

Tuesday Tunes: 6 Possible Wedding Songs

I had such a good time doing a TV theme song round-up last week, so I thought I’d do another fun round-up today.

Who hasn’t thought about their ideal wedding song? I know I can’t be the only one here, right? Maybe I’m just a sappy sucker for those slow, romantic tunes, but I literally have a list of first-dance songs for the future Mr. Melissa Blake. OK, so some consider it a rather long list, but I don’t care because each song means something to me. And that’s what really matters, isn’t it?? So, with dreams of starry nights and starry eyes, here are my 6 top wedding song picks…

“Fields of Gold” — Sting: True, it may sound a bit, umm, melancholy, but it’s that sort of hauntingly beautiful melancholy. And that?? Well, that just makes all the difference in the world.

Crimson & Clover — Tommy James and the Shondells: Those opening notes and damn, that hauntingly seductive opening line. Doesn’t it just sound positively perfect? “I think I can love her…over and over.” It’s just you and me, Mr. Melissa Blake — for all of eternity.

“You Baby” — The Turtles: Because I like to break tradition every so often, why not opt for a song that you wouldn’t expect to hear? This one’s uptempo and it’s got such a sense of optimism to it. What a great send-off for starting your life with someone!

“When I’m With You” — Sheriff: Oh, come on! You know I HAD to slip an ’80s power ballad in here, if for no other reason than for the pure, unadulterated emotion these songs express. It’s the perfect way to passionately describe how you feel about your loved one!

“Please Forgive Me” — Bryan Adams: The idea of being so consumed by someone that you feel almost out of body? Sounds sort of intriguing, doesn’t it? Plus, I just love Adams’ gravely voice!

“Groovy Kind of Love” — Phil Collins: Sure, this may be an overly simplistic song, but the greats always are. There’s nothing pretentious or conditional about this love. It just is. It’s how all great loves should be.


What do you think of my choices, friends? If you’re married, what was your wedding song? Which song would you choose for your future special day?? I’d love to see all your picks, too!! xoxo


[Top photos via We Heart It]