Happy Friday friends!
Schhhooolz. Out. For. Summer!
And I for one am ready. And I know my Smudge is too. Actually I wouldn’t know because the day after school got out she headed to Disneyworld with one of her best friends and her family.
She even celebrated her 12th birthday there. Without us. Sob. Sigh. I think it’s a sign of things to come. I better start getting used to it.
So last weekend, instead of feeling like empty nesters, we headed up to our friend’s cabin to enjoy the 3-day weekend. We prepped for summer, and as every good beginning to summer should, we started it off with this killer burger. Not a bad way to ring in summer IMHO (and if you don’t know what that stands for, keep reading…)
Today we had a car accident in the neighborhood and someone took out the transformer in a fender bender. So my house has no power. And my laptop is about to die. So I’m tethered to my phone as a hotspot (here’s how if you didn’t already know) and I’m keeping this short and sweet.
And for those of you who will also be losing power this summer due to one rolling blackout or another, here’s what to do when it happens.
So give thanks, and definitely have wine already chilled, because ice cubes melt fast and things could certainly be worse.
But until then, let’s just sit back, relax and dig into some Friday Faves.
Tonight we’re going to head back to our 90’s roots to see these guys. My husband has been perfecting his eyeliner all week *wink #notreallyoutofthequestion. I wonder if Robert will still have enough hair to tease it to the rafters?
Check out the changes to the nutrition facts labels and what it all means.
Oh lordy. This chicken looks INSANE! Man, I love her recipes.
Oh my, THIS pie. I love the topping.
This one bowl chicken dinner for the win.
This meat shopping guide is super helpful.
But salmon. Oh how I love salmon recipes like this one!
Questions you may ask yourself before you make a recipe. And what really happens in the end.
Has Instagram turned into the new business card?
How to picnic like a Parisian.
for when you…
Get inspired by these Parisian airbnb’s you CAN ACTUALLY stay in.
and…
A theme park in France, for wine lovers? I’m there!
or…
If you’re heading to Disneyland, this app is a MUST.
For vinyl lovers, you should get behind this, stat.
This amazing act of kindness will break your heart and fill it back up at the same time. Grab a kleenex.
I went to my first Farmers Market of the season. Here are 15 clever ways to make sure you score the best produce at yours.
So are they engaged or not????
13 baby names inspired by tech. “Meet my friend Pixel.”
and…
What it’s like to be a 13 year old in this day and age. GAAAAHHH, hello Generation Z! And I almost have one!
and since I do, I better know…
IMHO. NARP. FTW. DFMO!??!!! You need this list of acronyms to keep up with the cool kids. Or any kid for that matter!
Stop saying “I’m sorry” and why you should say “thank you” instead. Totally.
5 things to declutter with your extra hour of sunlight.
Just because you have a small backyard doesn’t mean it can’t be totally stylish.
and…
It’s not too late! Step by step how to build a raised bed.
30 tricks and home design hacks that are pretty AND functional. Clever!
18 of the best pieces of writing advice. I need to follow #1. Like. Now.
20 sundresses under $50. #14 looks SO comfy.
Looking for a swimsuit? These are, um, out of this world.??
and…
A total body pool workout. I’m totally on this!
My hair stylist said I should use this. It’s spendy, but worth it.
I love housewares with a sense of humor. This list is so funny and making me want to break out the credit card.
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Yummy Stuff I Pinned This Week
Here’s a sampling of the deliciousness I saw on the web this week. I Pinned them, you should too!
Mediterranean Chicken and Pasta Bake
Summer isn’t just for cold pastas, especially when they’re packed like this one. Delish!
Asian Sesame Salad with Sriracha Salmon
Perfect for a lighter summer dinner with a spicy bite.
Creme Brulee Rice Pudding
Another seriously delicious sweet treat mash-up I wouldn’t mind cracking.
Have a great weekend friends, and here’s to cooking something good.
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Always love your Friday fives! Thank you so much for including my recipe this week :)
That is quite possibly the best looking burger I’ve ever seen. Love the pickles! Swoon.
That’s so crazy about the car accident in your neighborhood because something ridiculously similar happened in our neighborhood just a few weeks ago! A truck hit a pole and knocked out the transformer, leaving the entire street in the dark!