Have a great weekend

<div align="center"> </div><a href="http://rookery9.aviary.com.s3.amazonaws.com/13885500/13885766_9594_625x625.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://rookery9.aviary.com.s3.amazonaws.com/13885500/13885766_9594_625x625.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 602px;" /></a>Happy Friday, friends! What are you up to this weekend? This week felt like a might whirlwind, so I'm planning on laying low and catching up on some blog reading. What blogs do you read? Any favorites? Hope you all have a relaxing weekend, and here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/elizabeth-kantor/happily-ever-after_b_1435195.html?just_reloaded=1&ncid=edlinkusaolp00000008">Jane Austen</a> is here to save your love life!<br /><br />Amen, <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/04/21/chris-evans-on-gay-marriage_n_1442704.html?ncid=wsc-huffpost-cards-headline">Chris Evans</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://simplyclassyme.blogspot.com/2012/04/classy-jeans.html">Blue jean</a>, baby... (more <a href="http://www.luckymag.com/blogs/luckyrightnow/2012/04/25-Pairs-of-Patterned-Denim#slide=1">here</a>)<br /><br />Beautiful <a href="http://designtraveller.blogspot.com/2011/09/styling-inspiration-blue-interiors.html">blue interiors</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=Gideon+Sundback&source=web&cd=9&ved=0CHcQFjAI&url=http%3A%2F%2Finventors.about.com%2Flibrary%2Fweekly%2Faa082497.htm&ei=3pqWT7mjGc2I6AGgnayMDg&usg=AFQjCNFyWJERUyl-dnlfi870rsLxaa69lw">Happy birthday</a> to the zipper!<br /><br />How amazing is this <a href="http://www.underconsideration.com/fpo/archives/2012/04/oliver-bennetts-birth-announcement.php">birth announcement</a>?<br /><br />Yay or nay: The <a href="http://queenoffunkydiy.blogspot.com/2012/04/inspiration-frayed.html">frayed</a> look.<br /><br />This high schooler was <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/04/25/amanda-dougherty-high-sc_n_1451922.html">banned from her prom</a> because she didn't have a date. Whaaaat?<br /><br />Don't you love this <a href="http://www.natashafatah.com/2012/04/if-you-dont-know-thats-frida-khalo.html">photo shoot</a>?<br /><br />Ana's <a href="http://www.blogmilk.com/search/label/Blog">blog tips</a> are top-notch. Thanks, Ana!<br /><br />Strike a pose...<a href="http://swededreamer.blogspot.com/2012/04/voguevoguevogue.html">VOGUE</a>!<br /><br />You shouldn't steal your best friend or cousin's favorite name and other <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/pamela-redmond-satran/baby-name-rules_b_1456854.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000003&ir=HuffPostBlog">baby-name rules</a>.<br /><br />Did you see the <a href="http://www.thedailybeast.com/galleries/2012/04/27/shuttle-enterprise-flies-over-new-york-photos.html">Shuttle Enterprise</a> fly over New York?<br /><br />Congrats, <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/2012-04-27/morning-quickies-sarah-michelle-gellar-is-pregnant/">Sarah Michelle Gellar</a>!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.stylelist.com/2012/04/27/ways-to-wear-a-t-shirt_n_1456317.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000008">New ways</a> to wear a T-shirt.<br /><br />Ellen does a <a href="http://www.bettyconfidential.com/ar/ld/a/ellen-dramatic-reading-of-50-shades-of-grey-does-not-go-exactly-as-planned.html">dramatic reading</a> of Fifty Shades of Grey.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/04/25/the-five-year-engagement_n_1453949.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000003">Real couples</a> share their long engagement stories.<br /><br />Who hasn't felt <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/2012-04-27/an-open-letter-to-the-sexually-ambiguous-guy-on-the-subway/">this way</a>?<br /><br />I'd love to stay in this new <a href="http://www.coolhunting.com/travel/nomad-hotel.php">New York hotel</a>, wouldn't you?<br /><br />Yay or nay: <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/2012-04-27/love-it-or-leave-it-colored-denim-for-men/">Colored denim</a> for men...<br /><br />[Photo by <a href="http://www.frolic-blog.com/frolic/2012/04/friday-flowers.html">Chelsea Fuss</a>]

Have a great weekend

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Have a cool weekend

<div align="center"> </div><a href="http://rookery9.aviary.com.s3.amazonaws.com/13735000/13735425_8dfd_625x625.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://rookery9.aviary.com.s3.amazonaws.com/13735000/13735425_8dfd_625x625.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 595px;" /></a>Happy Friday, friends! I hope you enjoy all the <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/search/label/baby%20week">baby talk</a> this week -- I love doing theme weeks every now and then, so please email me (mellow1422 [at] aol), <a href="https://twitter.com/#!/melissablake">Tweet me</a> or leave a comment on So About What I Said's <a href="http://facebook.com/soaboutwhatisaid">Facebook page</a> if you've got ideas for future themes. <br /><br />So, do you have anything exciting planned this weekend? We're getting together with some family friends tomorrow, and then on Sunday, I'm going to see my mom sing in our church's choir. I always feel like one of those proud parents when I see her up there singing -- isn't it funny how the parent/child roles are reversed sometimes?<br /><br />I hope you all have a relaxing weekend, and here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web...<br /><br />I love these <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/04/12/frasier-tossed-salad-and-scrambled-eggs_n_1422023.html?icid=maing-grid7%7Cmain5%7Cdl3%7Csec1_lnk3%26pLid%3D151957">10 bizarre TV theme songs</a> (<em><a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2008/11/man-candy-monday.html">Frasier</a>, anyone...</em>).<br /><br />Beautiful <a href="http://www.stylelist.com/2012/04/13/decor-ideas-breakfast-nook_n_1422151.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000003">breakfast nooks</a>.<br /><br />Here are the <a href="http://www.parade.com/towns">10 hardest-working towns</a> in America, according to PARADE.<br /><br />First, there was the <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2012/03/spring-fling-peek-boo-umbrella.html">peek-a-boo umbrella</a>. Now, there's the <a href="http://www.likecool.com/Handsfree_umbrella--Pic--Gear.html">hands-free umbrella</a>!<br /><br />Do you have these <a href="http://living.msn.com/love-relationships/wedding-obsessions-blog-post?post=7629088a-58af-47eb-972c-d47d1ef80b57#scptmg">types of photos</a> in your wedding album?<br /><br />Wow, a <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/scott-barry-kaufman/can-genius-be-detected-in-infancy_b_1425423.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000008">four-year-old genius</a>!<br /><br />Hey, '90s children: Remember <a href="http://www.buzzfeed.com/peggy/20-awesome-lisa-frank-items-you-wish-you-owned">Lisa Frank</a>?<br /><br />How adorable are <a href="http://www.amerrymishapblog.com/2012/04/littlephant.html">these cups</a>?<br /><br />A pretty <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/43982522/prism-a-rainbow-of-precious-gems">rainbow ring</a>.<br /><br />The first-ever <a href="http://curbed.com/archives/2012/04/18/ikea-superfans-coordinate-firstever-wedding-in-an-ikea.php">IKEA wedding</a>!<br /><br />I'm loving Rachel's <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LovelyClusters/~3/XgQ8aAg1vnA/spring-summer-2012-catalog-200.html">spring/summer catalog</a>, aren't you?<br /><br />Gorgeous <a href="http://blogs.babble.com/the-new-home-ec/2012/04/19/15-gorgeous-hand-painted-walls/">hand-painted walls</a>.<br /><br />Lisa makes such wonderful <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/lisaroy?ref=em">handbags</a>.<br /><br />The <a href="http://frenchbydesign.blogspot.com/2012/03/smile-its-wednesday.html">evolution</a> of rock concerts.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.buzzfeed.com/ivanr4/great-logos-with-a-secret-meaning-1uq3">Logos</a> with a secret meaning.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/2012-04-19/be-my-boyfriend-finance-dude-who-tracks-his-match-com-dates-on-a-spreadsheet/">This guy</a> kept a detailed spreadsheet of all the women he dated. Thoughts?<br /><br />What do you <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/2012-04-19/13-silly-things-girls-worry-about-on-a-first-date/">worry about</a> on a first date?<br /><br />It's official: I'm such a sucker for <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/mybeardedpigeon?ref=top_trail">pillows</a>.<br /><br />Yay or nay: Jon Hamm <a href="http://www.bettyconfidential.com/ar/ld/a/love-it-or-hate-it-jon-hamm-super-scruffy-beard.html">with a beard</a>?<br /><br />Dick Clark's <a href="http://thecelebritycafe.com/feature/2012/04/dick-clarks-first-top-10">first-ever top 10</a> from 1963. Thanks for the rockin' memories!<br /><br /><em><strong>**Don't forget to enter the <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2012/04/shopbop-100-gift-card-giveaway.html">Shopbop giveaway</a> for your chance to win a $100 shopping spree!**</strong></em><br /><br />[Photo via <a href="http://witanddelight.tumblr.com/post/20963291483/thatkindofwoman-let-me-love-you">wit + delight</a>]

Have a cool weekend

Happy Friday, friends! I hope you enjoy all the baby talk this week -- I love doing theme weeks every now and then, so please email me (me...

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Have a romantic weekend

<div align="center"> </div><a href="http://rookery9.aviary.com.s3.amazonaws.com/13586500/13586649_b2e3_625x625.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://rookery9.aviary.com.s3.amazonaws.com/13586500/13586649_b2e3_625x625.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 511px;" /></a>Well, friends, it's Friday the 13th! Are you feeling superstitious today? What are you doing this weekend? I'm looking forward to a few <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/search/label/simple%20joys">simple pleasures</a>: Sleeping in, catching up on <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/search/label/mad%20men">Mad Men</a> and ordering gooey, oozing-with-cheese pizza tonight. Have a fun weekend, and here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web...<br /><br /><a href="http://bippityboppityboo.tumblr.com/post/20493562759">Where's Waldo</a>?<br /><br />How many <a href="http://designflourishes.com/2012/04/the-states/">U.S. states</a> have you visited?<br /><br /><a href="http://www.vanityfair.com/online/oscars/2012/04/friends-oral-history-jennifer-aniston-rachel-green">Friends</a> love. Who was your favorite?<br /><br />I love these <a href="http://studentdesignblog.wordpress.com/2012/04/02/25-unheard-expressions-of-gratitude/">expressions of gratitude</a>.<br /><br />Hilarious: <a href="http://oldpeoplefacebook.tumblr.com/">Old people writing</a> on the Facebook pages of chain restaurants.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.poetryfoundation.org/poem/179615">Homage To My Hips</a> is so inspiring. <br /><br />Simple and elegant <a href="https://catbirdnyc.com/shop/product.php?productid=16715&cat=297&page=1">knot ring</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.twitter.com/bettymwhite">Betty White</a> is now on Twitter!<br /><br />Are your <a href="http://www.mentalfloss.com/blogs/archives/123140">taxes</a> done?<br /><br />Awesome: <a href="http://www.mentalfloss.com/blogs/archives/123106">11 iconic photos from the '70s</a>.<br /><br />It's <a href="http://www.thinkgeek.com/tshirts-apparel/hoodies/ec3e/?cpg=40135310&msg_id=40135310&et_rid=851525388&linkid=40135310_image_ec3e">Soft Kitty</a>!<br /><br />In honor of this week's National Grilled Cheese Day, here are some <a href="http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/lifestyle/2012/04/national-grilled-cheese-day-recipes/">mouth-watering recipes</a>.<br /><br />How pretty is <a href="http://eriebasin.com/a_blackpearl0412.html">this ring</a>?<br /><br />Oh, how I miss <a href="http://www.4men1lady.com/2012/04/my-eiki.html">overhead projectors</a>!<br /><br />Congrats, <a href="http://cupcakesandcashmere.com/one-thing/">Emily</a>!<br /><br />Life, in <a href="http://kate-girl.tumblr.com/post/15350073736">two words</a>.<br /><br />These <a href="http://designismine.blogspot.com/2012/04/ten-images-of-inspiration-spring.html">spring flowers</a> are so calming. <br /><br />Funny: <a href="http://textfromdog.tumblr.com/">Texts From Dogs</a>.<br /><br />Remember my post about how <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2012/03/question-of-week-question-18.html">I don't drink</a>? Here, another writer <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/2012-04-13/girl-talk-dont-judge-me-for-not-drinking/">weighs in</a>. <br /><br />Dream Vacation: <a href="http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/elmgreen-dragset-han-denmark-sculpture">Blinking merman sculpture</a> in Denmark.<br /><br />[Photo by <a href="http://www.serlinassociates.com/#/sarahmaingot">Sarah Maingot</a>, via <a href="http://ethnobot.tumblr.com/post/2605836628/photography-by-sarah-maingot">The Shallow End</a>]

Have a romantic weekend

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Have a fantastic weekend

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPrI2-mguYQMpw5hy0IzoyMlTmOXavg8IhlZUBNAHFqvpaktFxnS0gRMENqubL7pXNky33lxcUBb_FrQlsqmW96s8AypdUsIIyhpYQQpNJ8zE8tRMc8Y9T0YWjEvUMKoJfQ_4-6a_z84I/s1600/aa.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5728365537474709858" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPrI2-mguYQMpw5hy0IzoyMlTmOXavg8IhlZUBNAHFqvpaktFxnS0gRMENqubL7pXNky33lxcUBb_FrQlsqmW96s8AypdUsIIyhpYQQpNJ8zE8tRMc8Y9T0YWjEvUMKoJfQ_4-6a_z84I/s400/aa.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" /></a>Happy Easter weekend, friends! What do you have planned for this beautiful spring weekend? My mom's been gone this week visiting my grandfather, so we're planning to spend some time together, and of course, I'll be getting my hands on some deliciously gooey Easter candy. I hope you all have a lovely weekend -- maybe filled with a <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2009/03/have-peeptastic-weekend.html">PEEP</a> or two -- and here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web...<br /><br />How much did <a href="http://jhaish.blogspot.com/2012/03/awesome-90s-songscause-you-can-never.html">'90s songs</a> rock?<br /><br /><a href="http://www.sheblogssheblogs.com/2012/03/easter-bunny-cup.html">Easter bunny cup</a> = ADORABLE.<br /><br />My, what <a href="http://missderpina.blogspot.com/2012/04/i-thought-i-was-only-one-who-put.html">studious dogs</a>!<br /><br />It seems <a href="http://fashionandotherfancies.blogspot.com/2012/04/blog-post_03.html">yellow</a> is <em>everywhere</em> this time of year...but I'm not complaining!<br /><br />And apparently <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/04/03/green-colors-creative_n_1386190.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000003">this color</a> sparks creativity.<br /><br />I love these <a href="http://ohhappyday.com/2012/04/paper-carrots-diy/">DIY paper carrots</a>, don't you?<br /><br />Dream Home: <a href="http://calikatrina.blogspot.com/2012/04/print-wall.html">Print wall</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/04/03/indian-man-jadav-molai-pa_n_1399930.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000003">This forest</a> was built by one man!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.madewell.com/index.jsp">Madewell</a> scores again! Look at these <a href="http://madewell.tumblr.com/post/20416253704/sneak-preview-madewell-fall-2012">pretty patterns</a> from their fall 2012 collection.<br /><br /><a href="http://mysummertwist.tumblr.com/post/20390336754">Whoa</a>.<br /><br />Whaaat? <a href="http://www.heyladygrey.com/2012/04/beautiful-blue-trees-popping-up.html">Blue trees</a>?<br /><br />The <a href="http://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2012/03/the-urban-dictionary-of-1811-now-served-to-you-tweet-by-tweet/255115/">Urban Dictionary</a> in 1811.<br /><br /><a href="http://listverse.com/2012/04/02/10-books-to-read-before-you-grow-up/">10 books to read before you grow up</a>.<br /><br />These <a href="http://designflourishes.com/2012/04/soft-psychedelic/">psychedelic colors</a> make me dizzy!<br /><br />I want <a href="http://muchlove-illy.blogspot.com/2012/04/nice-girls-can-play-video-games-too.html">this shirt</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://witanddelight.tumblr.com/post/20118531349/gemma-correll-and-her-merry-band-of-misfits">This</a> made me chuckle!<br /><br />And <a href="http://witanddelight.tumblr.com/post/20022493650/modcloth-cute-cats-via-the-one-and-only-jaime">this one</a> too!<br /><br />Do you spend your money on <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/2012-04-06/study-people-who-spend-their-money-on-experiences-are-happier/">experiences</a>?<br /><br />Would you <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/2012-04-06/hair-dos-donts-good-crazy-color-vs-bad-crazy-color/">dye your hair</a> a crazy color?<br /><br />Why you're <a href="http://teamcoco.com/content/provocative-interweb-listicle-15-reasons-you-were-%E2%80%9Cunfriended%E2%80%9D-facebook">defriended</a> on Facebook...<br /><br />[Photo via <a href="http://justbesplendid.tumblr.com/post/19395390861/blossoms">Just Be Splendid</a>]

Have a fantastic weekend

Happy Easter weekend, friends! What do you have planned for this beautiful spring weekend? My mom's been gone this week visiting my gran...

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<div align="center"> </div><a href="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7071/7030751881_9e6a3a4ebb_z.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7071/7030751881_9e6a3a4ebb_z.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 600px;" /></a>Good evening, friends! Did you have a good week? What are you doing this weekend? I played hooky this afternoon and went to see <a href="http://www.thehungergamesmovie.com/">The Hunger Games</a> (<em>Have you seen it? Did you like it?</em>). I haven't read the books yet, but the movie has made me curious to see what happens next! Enjoy your weekend, and here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web... <br /><br />What a cute <a href="http://petitlivrenoir.blogspot.com/2012/03/spring-rainbow.html">rainbow sweater</a>.<br /><br />A beautiful <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/03/26/cris-alexander-shaun-obrien-die_n_1380681.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000003">love story</a>.<br /><br />And a <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/03/27/rodney-conradi-dead_n_1383871.html?icid=maing-grid7%7Cmain5%7Cdl30%7Csec1_lnk2%26pLid%3D147164">last-wish wedding</a>.<br /><br />Bravo, <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/03/26/pinterest-thinspiration-content-banned_n_1380484.html?ref=topbar&icid=maing-grid7%7Cmain5%7Cdl3%7Csec3_lnk3%26pLid%3D146751">Pinterest</a>!<br /><br />First, there was the <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2012/03/switcheroo.html">Switcheroo</a> project. Now, there's Hana Pesut's <a href="http://sincerelyhana.tumblr.com/post/19973000689/project-fruit">fruit project</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.cornflakedreams.com/2012/03/craving-soft-pretzels.html">Soft pretzels</a> are soooo delicious, aren't they?<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mentalfloss.com/blogs/archives/117802">10 letters</a> written by U.S. presidents.<br /><br />The <a href="http://itshardbeingtwo.tumblr.com/">hard life</a> of a 2-year-old. <br /><br /><a href="http://theseventytree.blogspot.com/2012/03/london-sunshine.html">London</a> is still calling my name.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.youaremyfave.com/2012/03/28/easter-in-a-box-for-grown-ups-is-my-fave/">Easter fun</a> for the grown-up set.<br /><br />How pretty are <a href="http://www.lisaroy.ca/2012/03/porch-perfection.html">these porches</a>?<br /><br /><a href="http://colormekatie.blogspot.com/2012/02/just-little-reminder.html">Lovely reminders</a>.<br /><br />Remember my <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2011/12/memo-to-men-your-cheating-heart.html">thoughts on cheating</a>? Well, here are 9 <em>supposedly</em> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/2012-03-30/9-supposedly-legitimate-reasons-we-cheat/">legitimate reasons</a>...<br /><br />Can't get enough of the <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2012/03/pizza-sleeping-bag.html">pizza sleeping bag</a>? There's a <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/96403938/baked-potato-bean-bag-chair-w-butter">baked potato bean bag chair</a> too!<br /><br />Look, it's Mad Men's <a href="http://www.vulture.com/2012/03/fug-girls-track-the-fashion-evolution-of-mad-men-daughter-kiernan-shipka.html">Sally</a>!<br /><br />Did you buy a <a href="http://nymag.com/daily/intel/2012/03/mega-millions-mania-how-640-mil-made-the-day.html">lottery ticket</a>?<br /><br />Aren't <a href="http://nymag.com/daily/intel/2012/03/mega-millions-mania-how-640-mil-made-the-day.html">cherry blossoms</a> the perfect sign of spring?<br /><br />How wild are these <a href="http://www.thisiscolossal.com/2012/03/geometric-rooms-by-esther-stocker/">geometric rooms</a>?<br /><br /><a href="http://ilovecharts.tumblr.com/post/20074312669/via-my-one-favorite-quote">A toddler's rules of possessions</a>...<br /><br />[Photo via <a href="http://bippityboppityboo.tumblr.com/post/20162805403">Bippity Boppity Boo</a>]

Have a fun weekend

Good evening, friends! Did you have a good week? What are you doing this weekend? I played hooky this afternoon and went to see The Hunger ...

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Have a relaxing weekend

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0iIGOoH5cFyT9PejtvCv1r_crMuLmN7JBQTDo8Vn5Nwsh83IAMT_f33a9PBMDBV6GEjq1uFsciBSEfS4a2KRm2JfOWBl3RkM-vot8jC65O_uMIA-2-28g04O9fVr-xtaoa9gbjtCfnqs/s1600/aa.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5723212935085360770" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0iIGOoH5cFyT9PejtvCv1r_crMuLmN7JBQTDo8Vn5Nwsh83IAMT_f33a9PBMDBV6GEjq1uFsciBSEfS4a2KRm2JfOWBl3RkM-vot8jC65O_uMIA-2-28g04O9fVr-xtaoa9gbjtCfnqs/s400/aa.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" /></a>Happy Friday, friends! What are your plans for the weekend? I'm going to be resting up while the rest of that flu leaves my system. I also might do a little shopping (<em>a little retail therapy can cure anything, don't you think?</em>). I hope you all enjoy the first weekend of spring, and here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web...<br /><br /><a href="http://jezebel.com/5894157/social-media-shames-college-students-into-having-a-less-naked-spring-break?utm_campaign=socialflow_jezebel_twitter&utm_source=jezebel_twitter&utm_medium=socialflow">Spring break</a> in the age of social media.<br /><br />What an awesome idea: A <a href="http://vivarevivalblog.blogspot.com/2012/03/our-anniversary-mini-getaway.html">mini-getaway</a> to celebrate your anniversary!<br /><br /><a href="http://decor8blog.com/2012/03/20/freshly-picked-paper-flowers/">Pretty paper flowers</a>.<br /><br />Oooh, I'm in love with <a href="http://dancingbranflakes.blogspot.com/2012/03/andes-chocolate-cream-pie.html">this pie</a>!<br /><br />Are your <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/lori-fradkin/why-i-want-my-parents-to-join-facebook_b_1359448.html?ref=fifty&ir=Fifty&ncid=edlinkusaolp00000008">parents</a> on Facebook?<br /><br />Amazing <a href="http://www.inspiredtoshare.com/2012/03/chalkboard-art/">chalkboard art</a>.<br /><br />How amazing is this <a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/indoor-landscaping-a-roundup-of-grassy-interiors-167980">indoor landscaping</a>?<br /><br /><a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/sate-your-appetite-10-food-themed-kitchen-products-167921">Food-themed</a> kitchen accessories.<br /><br />On a <a href="http://sheusedtowalkfast.blogspot.com/2012/02/40-over-hill.html">mother's love</a>...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/2012-03-07/10-reasons-awkward-guys-are-the-best/">Awkward guys</a> rock, don't they?<br /><br /><a href="http://www.vulture.com/2012/03/mad-men-cartoons-future.html">These illustrations</a> of what Mad Men characters would look like in the future made me laugh. <br /><br />A <a href="http://brunchatsaks.blogspot.com/2012/03/carrie-diaries-first-look-of-annasophia.html">young Carrie Bradshaw</a> is coming to a TV near you!<br /><br />This <a href="http://designismine.blogspot.com/2012/03/collections-very-fine-engagement.html">engagement/wedding ring round-up</a> made my heart swoon.<br /><br />Are you going to see <a href="http://www.thehungergamesmovie.com/">The Hunger Games</a>?<br /><br />The <a href="http://www.eatthedamncake.com/2012/03/22/rejection-letter/#more-4618">life</a> of a writer.<br /><br />New nail polish trend: <a href="http://www.refinery29.com/caviar-nail-trend">Caviar manicures</a>.<br /><br />These <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/charli-penn/the-provider-the-rock-you_b_1373274.html">5 types of men</a> make great husband. Do you agree?<br /><br /><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/40743571598380456/">Adorable</a>.<br /><br />Dream Vacation: <a href="http://flavorwire.com/272417/10-buildings-shaped-like-fruit">10 buildings</a> shaped liked fruit.<br /><br /><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/224124518925913263/">This</a> is my new mantra.<br /><br />[Photo via <a href="http://witanddelight.tumblr.com/post/19574356699">wit + delight</a>]

Have a relaxing weekend

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Have a hippity hoppity weekend

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpUDnZh8NpH0bcdybvq7P7k32ZuCwZ_t_h39N_EAH5bdBTmqO80qK6n6MIZfYhUFGaJMbXjbttRTRMuEueSiBI4-jycBLlZsO_i-5C3YzRBneAtONciTieO34EwqW-75XERiNxZMwzkI8/s1600/01.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5717996186270641202" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpUDnZh8NpH0bcdybvq7P7k32ZuCwZ_t_h39N_EAH5bdBTmqO80qK6n6MIZfYhUFGaJMbXjbttRTRMuEueSiBI4-jycBLlZsO_i-5C3YzRBneAtONciTieO34EwqW-75XERiNxZMwzkI8/s400/01.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a>Happy Friday, friends! What are you doing this weekend? We're going to enjoy a little serenity in <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2011/08/japanese-zen-gardens.html">these gardens</a> and then out for a nice meal at <a href="http://www.olivegarden.com/">Olive Garden</a> tomorrow to mark the <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2012/03/letters-to-my-future-husband-letter-152.html">anniversary</a> of my father's death. It should be a nice, comforting day. Plus, I'm finally updating my <a href="http://pinterest.com/melissablake/">Pinterest</a>, so make sure to follow me if you haven't already. I love seeing everyone's boards and all the inspiration that oozes from them! Here's to a warm spring weekend, and here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web...<br /><br />Can I live <a href="http://nuit-artdecor.blogspot.com/2012/03/todays-brittish-place.html">here</a>?<br /><br /><a href="http://hollienickolls.blogspot.com/2012/03/still-digging.html">Thought-provoking post</a> on life.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/03/06/topshop-shakespeare-tee_n_1323423.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000003">Poor Shakespeare</a>!<br /><br />Who knew the <a href="http://newsfeed.time.com/2012/03/07/does-the-color-pink-exist-scientists-arent-sure/">color pink</a> could be so controversial...what do you think?<br /><br />A beautiful <a href="http://www.snippetandink.com/photo-features/real-weddings/rustic-diy-wedding-shenandoah-valley/">outdoor wedding</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://teaforjoy.blogspot.com/2012/03/pink-striped-straws.html">Pink-striped straws</a>, anyone?<br /><br />The <a href="http://www.thepunctuationmark.com/2012/03/psychology-of-love.html">psychology</a> of love.<br /><br />The <a href="http://ballerinaproject.com/">Ballerina Project</a> is beautiful.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/karin-kamp/international-womens-day_b_1326234.html?ref=women&ncid=edlinkusaolp00000008#s763659&title=Digital_Communications_Hedy">Awesome inventions</a> from women!<br /><br />Writers, how much do you write about your <a href="http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052970204909104577237710851409388.html?mod=wsj_share_tweet">personal life</a>?<br /><br />Cities <a href="http://cafesocietyxxi.blogspot.com/2012/03/if-city-was-woman.html">re imagined</a> as women.<br /><br />Picture-perfect puffy <a href="http://madewithlovebyjackieb.blogspot.com/2012/03/she-snowboards.html">clouds </a>-- literally!<br /><br /><a href="http://couturecarrie.blogspot.com/2012/02/wonderful-watches.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+CoutureCarrie+%28Couture+Carrie%29">Watch lust</a>.<br /><br />Don't <a href="http://www.brightboldbeautiful.com/2012/03/8-patio-ideas-with-herringbone-pavers.html">these patios</a> have you dreaming of warm summer days and lemonade?<br /><br />Don't sabotage yourself with these <a href="http://adventureswithkelly.blogspot.com/2012/03/i-cant.html">two words</a>.<br /><br />I'm loving Amy's <a href="http://amyrenepowell.blogspot.com/search/label/marriage">marriage series</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.walgreens.com/store/c/wet-n-wild-fast-dry-nail-color/ID=prod6057418-product">Glitter nail polish</a>, anyone?<br /><br />A <a href="http://www.stylelist.com/chris-barnes/pinterest-only-guy_b_1327124.html?ref=women&ir=Women&ncid=edlinkusaolp00000008">guy's take</a> on beauty and Pinterest.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/2012-03-08/some-tim-riggins-porn-for-ya/">Tim Riggins</a> forever!<br /><br />Oooooh, Icelandic <a href="http://blog.icelanddesign.is/reykjavik-design-guide-i-the-mountain-series-by-theresa-himmer/">street art</a>.<br /><br />[Photo via <a href="http://witanddelight.tumblr.com/post/18832440013/forestblue-factory-most-awesome-bunny-via">Wit + Delight</a>]

Have a hippity hoppity weekend

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Have a lovely weekend

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHKg-x1PDo0X8im8qyjjLqp6_Z8izw0-vdz4nj9BcpoGqQlX0TiZR67ersi-HaxcxcSGfq3MPcuVCUC7trfJm8Ft8szShWd8Z_UjHVawxs5PDgll2-fOhyuJoLfTsznGIzQWwTwZj8b74/s1600/aa.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5715453583736426514" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHKg-x1PDo0X8im8qyjjLqp6_Z8izw0-vdz4nj9BcpoGqQlX0TiZR67ersi-HaxcxcSGfq3MPcuVCUC7trfJm8Ft8szShWd8Z_UjHVawxs5PDgll2-fOhyuJoLfTsznGIzQWwTwZj8b74/s400/aa.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a>Happy Friday, friends! What are you doing this weekend? I've had a busy week -- can you believe it's March? I'm dying to see The Lorax and snack on some of that good movie popcorn (<em>have I told you that in addition to Cake Boss, I've also recently developed a popcorn addiction? Weird!</em>). Hope you all have a great weekend, and here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web...<br /><br /><a href="http://beaudetart.blogspot.com/2012/02/lilacs-and-spring.html">Lilacs</a> for spring.<br /><br />A cute <a href="http://gypsyhousedesigns.blogspot.com/2012/02/cherub-drawer-pulls-diy.html">DIY touch</a> for a drawer.<br /><br />Genius: <a href="http://www.jenniferbrial.com/jennybrialmaps1.html">Map-themed art</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/2011/08/national-parks-from-space/?pid=1907&viewall=true">National parks</a> as seen from space.<br /><br />How cool is this <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/86871673/new-york-pop-culture-map-24x36-white-and">New York pop culture map</a>?<br /><br />A <a href="http://joycreation.tumblr.com/post/18374366232/megaphones-by-en-is">megaphone</a> for the iPhone.<br /><br />There's nothing like a <a href="http://dancingbranflakes.blogspot.com/2012/02/what-my-husband-cooks-hamburgers.html">mouth-watering burger</a>!<br /><br />Dream Home: DIY <a href="http://allisterbee.blogspot.com/2012/03/diy-glittered-feather-wall-art.html">feather wall art</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://every-shade-of-green.blogspot.com/2012/03/tangerine-tango_01.html">Tango</a> <a href="http://susanthereserayofsunshine.blogspot.com/2012/03/friday-fancies-tangerine-tango.html">with</a> <a href="http://stylenotesbylaura.blogspot.com/2012/03/fridays-fancies-tangerine-tango.html">tangerine</a>.<br /><br />I'm not sure if these <a href="http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/malo-mondaymonday-one-day-you-will-be-my-child">baby photos</a> are adorable or freaky...thoughts?<br /><br />The most <a href="http://flavorwire.com/265475/the-most-divisive-characters-in-literary-history">divisive characters</a> in literature. (<span style="font-style:italic;">I've always been in love with Holden Caulfield, but more on that later...</span>)<br /><br />Would you dare try this <a href="http://io9.com/5889760/architect-looking-for-investors-andor-victims-for-his-giant-see+through-maze">see-through maze</a>?<br /><br /><a href="http://www.buzzfeed.com/ringdinger/25-vintage-cats-and-dogs-dressed-as-people-5evs">Cool cats</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.1designperday.com/2012/03/01/art-made-of-oreo-cookies/">Art</a> on Oreo cookies.<br /><br />I want this awesome <a href="http://www.mondotees.com/Back-to-the-Future-Trilogy-Set_p_417.html">Back To The Future trilogy</a> poster set!<br /><br />Bada Bing: An <a href="http://www.vanityfair.com/online/daily/2012/03/sopranos-exclusive-oral-history-april-vanity-fair">oral history</a> of The Sopranos is coming up in Vanity Fair.<br /><br />Who is your favorite <a href="http://bippityboppityboo.tumblr.com/post/17946624975">Beatle</a>?<br /><br />Cool alert: <a href="http://colormekatie.blogspot.com/2012/02/melting-crayons.html">Melting crayons</a>.<br /><br />I love this poster series of <a href="http://twopaperdolls.com/first-ladies/">First Ladies</a>, don't you?<br /><br />Kudos to Lady Gaga on the launch of <a href="http://bornthiswayfoundation.org/pages/our-mission/">The Born This Way Foundation</a>, her anti-bullying initiative.<br /><br />[Photo via <a href="http://everythinglovely.tumblr.com/post/16037103730">Everything Lovely</a>]

Have a lovely weekend

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Have a cozy weekend

<div align="center"> </div><a href="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7068/6780661390_062b4f115b_z.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7068/6780661390_062b4f115b_z.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 517px;" /></a>Happy Friday, friends! Any fun plans for the weekend? I'm excited to watch the Oscars this weekend, though I must admit that I haven't seen all the movies nominated for Best Picture. Will you be watching. And, thanks again for all those wonderful <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/search/label/100-word%20love%20stories">100-word love stories</a> you all sent me. I've got the last one scheduled for Monday, by one of my favorite people in the world -- just to give you a little hint. I hope you all have a relaxing weekend, and here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web... <br /><br />How does <a href="http://mlovesm.blogspot.com/">Mara</a> always dress so fabulously?<br /><br />A <a href="http://ohhappyday.com/2012/02/animals-ready-to-party/">cute touch</a> for a kid's party.<br /><br />This will make your <a href="http://mo-pieplease.blogspot.com/2012/02/together-we-shall-go-until-we-die.html">heart flutter</a>.<br /><br />Genius: <a href="http://www.myowlbarn.com/2012/02/sean-avery-sculptures-made-from-cds.html">Sculptures made from CDs</a>!<br /><br />Cupcakes, with a <a href="http://uhla-la.blogspot.com/2012/02/chez-uh-la-la-poms-for-cupackes.html">twist</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://iseekwithallmyheart.blogspot.com/2012/02/wise-wednesday_22.html">Amen</a>.<br /><br />I've always wanted to have a <a href="http://www.grilledcheesesocial.com/2012/02/fondue-me.html">fondue party</a>!<br /><br />Isn't this <a href="http://allisterbee.blogspot.com/2012/02/zebra-scarf.html">zebra scarf</a> cute?<br /><br />These spectacular <a href="http://www.doubletakesblog.com/2012/02/ice-castles.html">ice castles</a> have me daydreaming about a winter snowstorm.<br /><br />A <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/02/21/fairy-tales-kids-parents-too-scary_n_1283565.html">new study</a> says parents are reading fewer fairy tales to their children. Thoughts?<br /><br />What a <a href="http://www.20x200.com/artworks/4050?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=tweet&utm_campaign=jenny%2Bodell%2B202%2Bbillboard%2Bstructures">neat print</a> from 20x200.<br /><br />Check out <a href="http://flourishdesignandstyle.blogspot.com/2012/02/so-good.html">these lights</a>!<br /><br />Dessert alert: <a href="http://www.completelydelicious.com/2012/02/white-chocolate-brownies-with-pecans.html">White chocolate brownies</a>!<br /><br />Whew, I'm glad I'm not the only one <a href="http://dancingbranflakes.blogspot.com/2012/02/fear-roller-coasters.html">afraid of roller coasters</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://candyflosspersie.blogspot.com/2012/02/diy-bar-cart.html">Before & After</a> of a beautiful bar cart.<br /><br />Almaty Metro, the world's <a href="http://www.doubletakesblog.com/2012/02/almaty-metro-worlds-newest-subway.html">newest subway station</a>, looks so futuristic, doesn't it?<br /><br /><a href="http://www.designlovefest.com/2012/02/colorfest-4/">Emerald</a> is a pretty color.<br /><br />Strong and sassy <a href="http://www.cornflakedreams.com/2012/02/funny-girls.html">funny girls</a> rock!<br /><br />Would you sleep in these <a href="http://www.mentalfloss.com/blogs/archives/117963">unusual beds</a>?<br /><br />The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/02/24/best-oscar-dress-of-all-time_n_1299608.html?1330110181&ncid=edlinkusaolp00000008">best Oscar dresses</a> of all time. Do you have a favorite?<br /><br />[Photo via <a href="http://inspired-design.tumblr.com/post/18187697101">That Inspirational Girl</a>]

Have a cozy weekend

Happy Friday, friends! Any fun plans for the weekend? I'm excited to watch the Oscars this weekend, though I must admit that I haven...

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Have a refreshing weekend

<div align="center"> </div><a href="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7061/6892900629_a15e42c98c_z.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7061/6892900629_a15e42c98c_z.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 600px;" /></a>Happy Friday, friends! What are you doing this weekend? The weather is <span style="font-style:italic;">really</span> feeling like spring, so I'm thinking a little time outdoors is in order. On Saturday, we're also getting together with some family friends to celebrate their birthday. I have a few <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/search/label/100-word%20love%20stories">100-Word Love Stories</a> that haven't been posted yet, so look for those next week -- thanks again to everyone who wrote one, and I'm glad you all like them so much. Have a relaxing weekend, and here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web...<br /><br />The <a href="http://helloblueivycarter.tumblr.com/">first photos</a> of Beyonce and Jay-Z's beautiful baby girl.<br /><br />Are you a <a href="http://www.vulture.com/2012/01/anatomy-of-a-backlash-lana-del-rey.html">Lana Del Rey</a> fan?<br /><br />A <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/claire-bidwell-smith/the-rules-of-inheritance_b_1253376.html?ref=women&ncid=webmail9">poignant essay</a> on losing your mother.<br /><br />Happy birthday, <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/02/15/birthday-cake-oreos_n_1279659.html?1329340203&icid=maing-grid7%7Cmain5%7Cdl5%7Csec1_lnk3%26pLid%3D136068">Oreos</a>!<br /><br />Is he sending <a href="http://www.mysafetysign.com/info/14-signs-hes-into-you-valentines-day-infographic.aspx">love signals</a>?<br /><br />Pretty <a href="http://couturecarrie.blogspot.com/2012/02/couture-report-gorgeous-gowns.html">spring gowns</a>.<br /><br />Genius: <a href="http://www.coolinfographics.com/blog/2010/9/3/the-2010-social-networking-map.html">Social networking map</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://ilovecharts.tumblr.com/post/17560365119/leaving-for-college-tomorrow-left-this-diagram#notes">This</a> is so my mother! <br /><br /><a href="http://wwwilovecharts.tumblr.com">I Love Charts</a> now has a <a href="http://pinterest.com/ilovecharts/">Pinterest</a> page!<br /><br />Are you <a href="http://dailyinfographic.com/left-handed-facts-and-statistics-infographic">left-handed</a>?<br /><br />Amazing series on <a href="http://www.justlove.ly/search/label/love%20your%20business%20month">loving your business</a>.<br /><br />I wish my hair was long enough for <a href="http://www.diana212m.blogspot.com/2012/02/get-twisted.html">twisting fun</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/2012-02-17/a-mug-made-for-cookies/">Milk and cookies</a>, anyone?<br /><br />What do you think of this <a href="http://blog.zap2it.com/frominsidethebox/2012/02/mad-men-jon-hamm-hints-at-more-don-and-joan-in-season-5.html">Mad Men teaser</a>?<br /><br />Dream Vacation: <a href="http://flavorwire.com/260931/10-truly-bizarre-museums-around-the-world">Top 10 bizarre museums</a>.<br /><br />These <a href="http://www.movies.com/movie-news/top-ten-fairytales-no-longer-appropriate-to-read-to-kids-more-than-half-are-being-turned-into-movies/6660">fairytales</a> are headed to the big screen.<br /><br />Beware: <a href="http://my-retrospace.blogspot.com/2012/02/boob-tube-29-television-taboos.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Retrospace+%28Retrospace%29">Television taboos</a> from 1949.<br /><br />Aren't these <a href="http://www.designlovefest.com/2012/02/make-it-3/">confetti cards</a> gorgeous?<br /><br />These <a href="http://victorypaperdesigns.blogspot.com/2012/02/brass-figurines.html">brass figurines</a> would look so cute on a coffee table, don't you think?<br /><br />A pretty <a href="http://www.youaremyfave.com/2012/02/08/a-wall-of-hearts-is-my-fave/">wall of hearts</a>.<br /><br />[Photo via <a href="http://witanddelight.tumblr.com/post/17325618661">Wit + Delight</a>]<br /><br />Have a refreshing weekend

Have a refreshing weekend

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Have a romantic weekend

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtGBGshZ0p380NLuQq6fHz7XgYqSkiEnDKFyP1HGAoApGk9No_dnt1qIZwKoUkpBJdoaLDuI87QbbrCCK6r1eTKP9qHPJW5eRCQ8GOwQfpVAzF6Ea8DqJpdixlLc4sxvFqKdakLp_xmv0/s1600/01.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5707595079264896130" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtGBGshZ0p380NLuQq6fHz7XgYqSkiEnDKFyP1HGAoApGk9No_dnt1qIZwKoUkpBJdoaLDuI87QbbrCCK6r1eTKP9qHPJW5eRCQ8GOwQfpVAzF6Ea8DqJpdixlLc4sxvFqKdakLp_xmv0/s400/01.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" /></a>Happy Friday, friends! Is it just me, or has it been one <span style="font-style:italic;">busy</span> week? Do you have any fun plans for the weekend? Any romantic plans for Valentine's Day? I've got a pretty low-key weekend ahead of me, but honestly, I think those are the best kind. Thanks to everyone who's submitted a <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/search/label/100-word%20love%20stories">100-word love story</a> -- they are all so beautiful. Look for more next week, but in the meantime, here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/02/02/fabian-ciraolos-historical-figures_n_1251255.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000003#s660031">Historical figures</a> get modern-day makeover!<br /><br />Awww, a sweet <a href="http://www.acutedesigns.org/2012/02/happy-birthday-neil.html">birthday tribute</a>.<br /><br />Genius: <a href="http://dreamingofpalmtrees.blogspot.com/2012/02/art-metallic-stones.html">Metallic stones</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://nordiskastyle.blogspot.com/2012/02/50s-vintage-swedish-charts-for-kitchen.html">Vintage Swedish charts</a>.<br /><br />Don't these <a href="http://robynsafricanadventures.blogspot.com/2012/02/homemade-oreos.html">homemade oreos</a> look delicious?<br /><br />I'm so jealous of Tiffany's <a href="http://dancingbranflakes.blogspot.com/2012/02/scotland-another-pinch-me-moment.html">adventures in Scotland</a>!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.muchtomydelight.com/2012/02/advice-to-my-niece-on-her-7th-birthday.html">Great advice</a> to a 7-year-old that we all should live by.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.evertonterrace.com/2012/02/be-present.html">Be present</a>.<br /><br />These <a href="http://www.buzzfeed.com/casshole/the-20-best-suspicious-quotation-marks-332d?utm_campaign=socialflow&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=buzzfeed">suspicious quotation marks</a> are hilarious!<br /><br />America's most <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/02/08/americas-most-romantic-ho_n_1260061.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000003">romantic hotels</a>.<br /><br />Are you <a href="http://annonandon.blogspot.com/2012/02/fear-of-change.html">afraid</a> of change?<br /><br />Genius: Valentine's Day <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/275179/valentines-day-dessert-recipes/@center/276967/valentines-day#/283046">handwritten cupcakes</a>!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.burkedecor.com/Heart-Serving-Bowl-with-Ladel-Sagaform-p/5015344.htm">Served</a> with love.<br /><br /><a href="http://huamao.tumblr.com/post/17203199135">Adorable cats</a> doing yoga.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.kid-in.net/">Kid-In</a>, a new online magazine, focuses on the subject of childhood. <br /><br />A <a href="http://www.swiss-miss.com/2012/02/social-media-explained.html">funny explanation</a> of social media.<br /><br />A <a href="http://www.snippetandink.com/photo-features/real-weddings/old-saint-hilarys-wedding-tiburon/">breezy outdoor wedding</a> -- perfect for spring!<br /><br /><a href="http://letterology.blogspot.com/2012/02/stitched-stories.html">Stitched letters</a> = AMAZING!<br /><br />These <a href="http://www.cornflakedreams.com/2012/02/inspired-design-big-comfy-beds.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+CornflakeDreams+%28cornflake+dreams.%29">huge beds</a> look so comfy, don't they?<br /><br />Was <a href="http://witanddelight.tumblr.com/post/17351858172/lavieengrise-james-dean">James Dean</a> ever not cool?<br /><br />[Photo via <a href="http://bippityboppityboo.tumblr.com/post/17122205985">Bippity Boppity Boo</a>]

Have a romantic weekend

Happy Friday, friends! Is it just me, or has it been one busy week? Do you have any fun plans for the weekend? Any romantic plans for Valen...

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Have a wonderful weekend

<div align="center"> </div><a href="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7171/6812995935_2c3f7562b1_o.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7171/6812995935_2c3f7562b1_o.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 586px;" /></a>Happy Friday, friends! How was your week? Any fun plans for the weekend...will you be watching the Superbowl? I'm not a football fan (<em>I didn't even know who was playing until a few days ago...</em>), but I don't want to miss out on all that good Superbowl party food, so I'm having a party with just food. My perfect idea of Game Day! And speaking of all things lovely and delicious, don't forget to check back here next week for lots of <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/search/label/valentine%27s%20day">Valentine's Day posts</a>. Have a great weekend, friends, and here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web... <br /><br /><a href="http://witanddelight.tumblr.com/post/15789382912">Green</a> with envy.<br /><br />Yay or nay: <a href="http://www.urbanbedougirl.com/2012/01/color-crush-blue-mustard.html">Blue + mustard</a>.<br /><br />Cute <a href="http://wonderforest.storenvy.com/products/199444-sale-xo-pillow-cover-16x16">Valentine's Day pillow</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://thedrifterandthegypsy.blogspot.com/2012/01/dollhouse.html">Dollhouse love</a>.<br /><br />I love these <a href="http://www.savvysugar.com/Cute-Passport-Covers-21471997">passport covers</a>, don't you?<br /><br />Pretty <a href="http://www.designcrushblog.com/2012/01/30/paper-flowers/">paper flowers</a>.<br /><br />Which <a href="http://www.buzzfeed.com/mjs538/types-of-people-on-facebook?utm_campaign=socialflow&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=buzzfeed">Facebook type</a> are you?<br /><br />Funny <a href="http://www.inspiredtoshare.com/2012/01/diy-nice-parking-cards/">parking cards</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://textsfromlastnight.com/">Texts From Last Night</a> never get old!<br /><br />Fate...<a href="http://jhaish.blogspot.com/2012/01/myth-8-fate-will-take-care-of-it.html">or coincidence</a>?<br /><br />Hilarious <a href="http://www.greenwichletterpress.com/shop/index.php?product=GLR-452&c=3">slang pencils</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://thegirlwiththebluebow.blogspot.com/2012/02/fashion-friday-dot-dot-dot.html">Polka dots</a> never get old, do they?<br /><br />Beautiful brides, <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Express-o/~3/hWYevpZjuzA/from-behind.html">from behind</a>.<br /><br />Yay or nay: <a href="http://www.toms.com/womens/ballet-flats-1?icid=us-home-092011_356">Ballet flats</a>.<br /><br />Looking forward to this series on <a href="http://justlovelythings.blogspot.com/2012/02/love-your-business.html">loving your business</a>!<br /><br />Swooning over <a href="http://shop.stelladot.com/style/b2c_en_us/b178rg.html?s=alex">this bracelet</a>...<br /><br />Back To The Future...<a href="http://www.refinery29.com/back-to-the-future-on-broadway">on Broadway</a>?<br /><br />Genius: <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/01/30/we-met-on-a-plane_n_1241730.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000003">Find people</a> you met on a plane.<br /><br />Do you <a href="http://www.glamour.com/sex-love-life/blogs/smitten/2012/01/sharing-passwords-with-your-bo.html">share your passwords</a> with your partner?<br /><br />So, who wants to visit these <a href="http://www.modernman.com/the-7-most-bizarre-restaurants-in-the-world/">bizarre restaurants</a> with me?<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEG9S7B9Q0zKBjqXD8EQnp5NNCU92tat-VJ1g5K9GIoVwUf1mxd3CnZDWg3ddcz9CLn6qK1ALEhinwsWJSyrqsKM7PhMgqJni5HruUP5LQM4fwkEWikHT12I-CvMow9t7a0dlKONmDe4g/s1600/aa2.png"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5704979493021912722" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEG9S7B9Q0zKBjqXD8EQnp5NNCU92tat-VJ1g5K9GIoVwUf1mxd3CnZDWg3ddcz9CLn6qK1ALEhinwsWJSyrqsKM7PhMgqJni5HruUP5LQM4fwkEWikHT12I-CvMow9t7a0dlKONmDe4g/s400/aa2.png" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a>[Photos via <a href="http://awelltraveledwoman.tumblr.com">A Well-Traveled Woman</a>]

Have a wonderful weekend

Happy Friday, friends! How was your week? Any fun plans for the weekend...will you be watching the Superbowl? I'm not a football fan ( ...

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Have a cozy weekend

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbvnhTjxt7jQeLPkwCSGAJMI1TrM9O5GwY_13KkjhimP9tLZ5zA6ICWo3Hx3yjKWpp0S8ULPBfVW_Aq_tKn_NalyjiYP-Rbz0VlM1CCF0_TOLMZHFmPJgSAP_Ws1JY9Q0LRPflt5z3Lz4/s1600/01.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5702405373535348690" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbvnhTjxt7jQeLPkwCSGAJMI1TrM9O5GwY_13KkjhimP9tLZ5zA6ICWo3Hx3yjKWpp0S8ULPBfVW_Aq_tKn_NalyjiYP-Rbz0VlM1CCF0_TOLMZHFmPJgSAP_Ws1JY9Q0LRPflt5z3Lz4/s400/01.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 374px;" /></a>Happy Friday, friends! What are your plans for the weekend? I'm heading to the movies to see <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1242460/">We Need To Talk About Kevin</a>. Have you seen it? It looks pretty interesting, and I've always been a fan of psychological thrillers. While I'm enjoying my buttery popcorn (<span style="font-style:italic;">the best part about going to the movies, really</span>), I hope you all have a great weekend, and here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web...<br /><br />Romance in <a href="http://dancingbranflakes.blogspot.com/2012/01/vintage-romance-in-city.html">New York City</a>!<br /><br />What <a href="http://jhaish.blogspot.com/2012/01/music-monday-what-music-video-do-you.html">music video</a> would you like to be in?<br /><br /><a href="http://ilovecharts.tumblr.com/post/16360891812/eyebrows-via-exexexexexexex">Famous eyebrows</a>.<br /><br />Genius: <a href="http://frostmeblog.blogspot.com/2012/01/tea-bag-cookie-love.html">Tea bag cookies</a>!<br /><br />Isn't this <a href="http://princesslasertron.com/2012/01/amyanddave/">Colorado wedding</a> beautiful?<br /><br /><a href="http://geronimoballoons.com/limited-edition-valentines-day/">Valentine's Day balloons</a>.<br /><br />Meet <a href="http://newsfeed.time.com/2012/01/18/mms-to-introduce-new-character-ms-brown-at-super-bowl/">Ms. Brown</a>, the newest M&M with a personality.<br /><br />Photographers posing with their <a href="http://twentytwowords.com/2012/01/23/photographers-posing-with-their-famous-photos/">famous photos</a>.<br /><br />I want <a href="http://www.perpetuallyengaged.com/2012/01/layered-tulle-skirt.html">this dress</a>.<br /><br />The <a href="http://www.avillagetown.com/2012/01/hi.html">dangers</a> of Pinterest...<br /><br />In defense of <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/01/25/office-organization-messy-desks_n_1230788.html?ref=tw">messy desks</a> (remember <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2012/01/peek-inside-my-office-desk.html">my desk</a>?).<br /><br />I miss <a href="http://rookiemag.com/2012/01/she-saved-the-world-a-lot/">Buffy The Vampire Slayer</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://meritalbliss.com/2012/01/6-things-not-to-say-to-childhood-sweethearts/">Six things</a> <span style="font-style:italic;">not </span>to say to a childhood sweetheart.<br /><br />A cape made of <a href="http://www.dezeen.com/2012/01/26/spider-silk-cape-by-simon-peers-and-nicholas-godley/">spider silk</a>. Would you dare?<br /><br />Genius: <a href="http://www.psfk.com/2012/01/interactive-painting-motion-sensing.html">Interactive paintings</a>.<br /><br />Awesome <a href="http://www.refinery29.com/retro-tech-electronics/slideshow">nostalgic gizmos</a>!<br /><br /><a href="http://witanddelight.tumblr.com/post/16491422430/lylaandblu-pipes-by-tobias-bergdahl-ceci">Neat</a>.<br /><br />A delicious Tumblr <a href="http://gastrogirl.tumblr.com/">all about food</a>!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3m8glFgPXJJh34bd48r9vgVEd_Nmyf4yWlxNq-NhJ6YWlTPKLoJDIAz634c_f96kdutORbqvz4j7KeaEnDkf4huRsOae0PnEFIakICvMRyYSrsVJEuBbwig02Q_IaORw0FElW7h28Sbw/s1600/02.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5702405368571231730" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3m8glFgPXJJh34bd48r9vgVEd_Nmyf4yWlxNq-NhJ6YWlTPKLoJDIAz634c_f96kdutORbqvz4j7KeaEnDkf4huRsOae0PnEFIakICvMRyYSrsVJEuBbwig02Q_IaORw0FElW7h28Sbw/s400/02.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 293px;" /></a>[Photos via <a href="http://witanddelight.tumblr.com/">Wit + Delight</a>]

Have a cozy weekend

Happy Friday, friends! What are your plans for the weekend? I'm heading to the movies to see We Need To Talk About Kevin . Have you seen...

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Have a fun weekend

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-gs0_SVuMtSAHUbSJ5aGTxMr3iwj1sJbEfqGRa3ouCcU46kuXzkMGCEXpmdCxU4SWeTt9XKYmPxP7hIOVpd-iK2ie-cwt_WVamDxyhRIK1MiOY-9nheqDVCljYTgL4T57Hem5BfGgQcY/s1600/01.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5699777396129571026" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-gs0_SVuMtSAHUbSJ5aGTxMr3iwj1sJbEfqGRa3ouCcU46kuXzkMGCEXpmdCxU4SWeTt9XKYmPxP7hIOVpd-iK2ie-cwt_WVamDxyhRIK1MiOY-9nheqDVCljYTgL4T57Hem5BfGgQcY/s400/01.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 293px;" /></a>Happy Friday, friends! What are your plans for the weekend? We're supposed to get some snow, so I'm going to use it as the perfect excuse to curl up, drink hot chocolate (<em>my favorite!</em>) and catch up on my DVR. I hope you all have a toasty weekend, and here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web...<br /><br />Genius: <a href="http://www.thelittlestblog.com/2012/01/sun-bread.html">Sun bread</a>.<br /><br />I want to take a <a href="http://teresadboyd.blogspot.com/2012/01/card-making.html">card-making class</a>!<br /><br />Dream Vacation: <a href="http://shyscout.blogspot.com/2012/01/most-wanted-mondays-whimsical-retreats.html">Whimsical retreats</a>.<br /><br />A <a href="http://theanimalarium.blogspot.com/">blog</a> all about animals.<br /><br />Who was your favorite <a href="http://readmylifeascarrie.blogspot.com/2012/01/love-it-69th-annual-golden-globe-awards.html">Golden Globe lady</a>?<br /><br />Aren't <a href="http://did-bug.blogspot.com/2012/01/industrial-design.html">these bookshelves</a> awesome?<br /><br /><a href="http://www.sandyalamode.com/2012/01/17/profile-of-a-new-mom-by-my-little-buffalo/">Profile</a> of a new mom.<br /><br />How does your <a href="http://allisterbee.blogspot.com/2012/01/artificial-plants-more.html">garden</a> grow?<br /><br />Yes, I'd like a <a href="http://makethemwonderblog.blogspot.com/2012/01/childish-taste-with-tween-vision.html">woodland theme</a> for my bedroom!<br /><br />Fashion alert: <a href="http://fashiontruffles.blogspot.com/2012/01/pastel-trend-guest-post-carly-from.html">Pastels</a>.<br /><br />Delicious <a href="http://www.simplybreakfast.blogspot.com/">breakfast blog</a>.<br /><br />Happy Birthday, <a href="http://www.indramaticfashion.com/2012/01/happy-birthday-charlie.html">Charlie</a>!<br /><br />I want to bike (<em>or ride...</em>) <a href="http://www.lamiavitablog.com/2012/01/sunday-funday-biking-to-golden-gate.html">across the Golden Gate Bridge</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://honestlywtf.com/art/tapestried-creatures/">Tapestried creatures</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://gidsy.com/">Gidsy</a>, a new Web site, helps you find and plan fun things to do, whether you're on vacation or close to home. <br /><br />Do you write <a href="http://blog.krrb.com/2011/11/22/the-anatomy-of-a-thank-you-note-krrbs-guide-to-expressing-gratitude-with-style/">thank-you notes</a>?<br /><br />Inspired by <a href="http://liberationjoy.blogspot.com/">this woman</a>.<br /><br />Yay or nay: <a href="http://christinaphillis.blogspot.com/2012/01/get-your-ne-on.html">Neon</a>.<br /><br />R.I.P., <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/2012-01-20/etta-james-has-died/">Etta James</a>.<br /><br />What kind of <a href="http://ecosalon.com/foodie-underground-the-10-types-of-foodies-and-what-to-do-with-them/">foodie</a> are you?<br /><br />[Photo via <a href="http://thatkindofwoman.tumblr.com/post/16153530109">That Kind of Woman</a>

Have a fun weekend

Happy Friday, friends! What are your plans for the weekend? We're supposed to get some snow, so I'm going to use it as the perfect e...

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Have an adventurous weekend

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0y1rxlFeuFSMC8NSBX0JjKKGldbL4yOJK0gGmVXiDVJYmXlqVbB5UyrUy3FpK3jn5Li0t8oEt71AnVzj0O5nZzv-CuWKvFK4Ga-WF4JAs9Tj84IYSg0zRPhVo8rkTtAz9okKhAXicIBo/s1600/aa.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5697183481334407666" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0y1rxlFeuFSMC8NSBX0JjKKGldbL4yOJK0gGmVXiDVJYmXlqVbB5UyrUy3FpK3jn5Li0t8oEt71AnVzj0O5nZzv-CuWKvFK4Ga-WF4JAs9Tj84IYSg0zRPhVo8rkTtAz9okKhAXicIBo/s400/aa.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 262px;" /></a>Hello, friends, and happy Friday! Did you have a good week? What are your plans for the weekend? We're taking a trip into the suburbs for a lunch at one of our favorite restaurants. The one in our town closed a few years ago, and we've been <em>craving</em> it ever since! Here's to a warm and snugly weekend, and here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web...<br /><br />Love this <a href="http://www.marchandmeffre.com/index.html">photography series</a> of abandoned theaters.<br /><br /><a href="http://travel.nytimes.com/2012/01/08/travel/45-places-to-go-in-2012.html?smid=tw-nytimes&seid=auto">Awesome places</a> to visit in 2012.<br /><br />Isn't this <a href="http://bblinks.blogspot.com/2012/01/3-in-1-breakfast-station.html">breakfast station</a> awesome?<br /><br />I want <a href="http://hello-tiger.blogspot.com/2012/01/velvet-and-wood.html">these shoes</a>!<br /><br />Oh, the power of <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kristen-wolfe/dear-customer-who-stuck-u_b_1190690.html?ref=mostpopular">older siblings</a>!<br /><br />SO excited for the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/01/09/glee-spin-off-dead-lea-michele-returning_n_1192864.html">next season</a> of Glee!<br /><br />Anyone fancy a trip to <a href="http://dancingbranflakes.blogspot.com/2012/01/portland-i-want-to-go-where-cool-people.html">Portland</a>?<br /><br /><a href="http://www.20x200.com/artist/263">Funny posters</a>.<br /><br />When was the <a href="http://www.jhaish.blogspot.com/2012/01/when.html">last time</a> you took your parents' advice?<br /><br />Awesome thoughts on <a href="http://bayparkdream.blogspot.com/2012/01/what-heck-am-i.html">growing up</a>. <br /><br />Are you a <a href="http://bintheknow.wordpress.com/2012/01/10/second-guessing-hipsterhood/">hipster</a>? (remember this <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2011/11/fashion-friday-hipster-girl-dress-up.html">hipster game</a>?).<br /><br />How amazing is <a href="http://weheartit.com/entry/9649736/via/pokezepenguin">this photo</a>?<br /><br />A tissue-worthy <a href="http://hanlonfamily2.blogspot.com/2012/01/i-dont-know-how-she-does-it.html">thank-you-note</a> to moms everywhere!<br /><br /><a href="http://season-with-love.blogspot.com/2012/01/potato-pizza-with-prosciutto-and.html">Potato pizza</a>? Yes, please!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.20x200.com/newsletters/9">Optical illusion prints</a>.<br /><br />The Huffington Post just launched a new section all about <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/arianna-huffington/i-have-good-news_b_1200481.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000008">good news</a>.<br /><br />Have you heard about <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2012/01/10/travel/tsa-defends-cupcake-policy/index.html">Cupcakegate</a>?<br /><br />Cute alert: <a href="http://nicolehill.blogspot.com/2012/01/10-best-apps-for-baby.html">10 best apps</a> for babies!<br /><br />Dude...the <a href="http://www.bforbel.com/2012/01/fun-fact-fridays-real-meaning-of-dude.html">real meaning</a> of 'dude.'<br /><br />I love <a href="http://couturecarrie.blogspot.com/2012/01/ravishing-rings.html">this bling</a>, don't you?<br /><br />[Photo via <a href="http://bippityboppityboo.tumblr.com/post/14913313506">Bippity Boppity Boo</a>]

Have an adventurous weekend

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Have a lovely weekend

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiacKmpSzsQA_kOPy_kTOxJgvGZPx5HA6Mt0H-1BV1mrajTqwwKCXmwa55JjYA2tBh8zqfn8BThNcsSBDB9JoxMdA8RtByG9UZ4dcr5JOH7-k0tOe_30h6n4nz_8u7sDfbIiuBAMvn3CTU/s1600/aa.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5694586546149534082" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiacKmpSzsQA_kOPy_kTOxJgvGZPx5HA6Mt0H-1BV1mrajTqwwKCXmwa55JjYA2tBh8zqfn8BThNcsSBDB9JoxMdA8RtByG9UZ4dcr5JOH7-k0tOe_30h6n4nz_8u7sDfbIiuBAMvn3CTU/s400/aa.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 302px;" /></a>Happy Friday, friends! Do you have any fun plans for the weekend? We're getting together with one of my father's great aunts on Sunday. And more exciting news: The new blog design is <em><strong>thisclose</strong></em> to being finished. Be on the lookout for it in the next week or two. I'm SO excited to share it with you all. I hope you have a lovely, relaxing weekend, and here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web...<br /><br />Congrats, <a href="http://smalltowninsanity.blogspot.com/2011/12/guess-what.html">Jenna</a>!<br /><br />Doesn't this <a href="http://melisandemaude.blogspot.com/2011/12/date-night.html">date night</a> look fun?<br /><br />Need <a href="http://fabulousfashions4sensiblestyle.blogspot.com/2011/12/saturday-sayings-new-year-2012.html">inspiration</a> for the New Year?<br /><br />Found: <a href="http://fashionandotherfancies.blogspot.com/2012/01/shoes-in-love.html">Shoe love</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://o-my-darling.blogspot.com/2012/01/living-colorfully.html">Living colorfully</a> in 2012. How awesome is that?<br /><br />Dream Home: <a href="http://realestate.yahoo.com/promo/homes-with-amazing-staircases.html">Amazing stairs</a>.<br /><br />Snowy vintage <a href="http://perfectboundblog.com/2011/12/30/real-wedding-danielle-patrick-snowy-vintage-wedding-style/">winter wedding</a>.<br /><br />Take a cue from <a href="http://pvedesign.blogspot.com/2012/01/happy-people.html">happy people</a>.<br /><br />The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/12/27/classic-toys_n_1163634.html?ref=parents&ncid=edlinkusaolp00000008">cool histories</a> behind classic toys.<br /><br />New Year's resolutions...<a href="http://stars2fish.blogspot.com/2012/01/omnia-mutantur-everything-changes.html">in the sand</a>!<br /><br /><a href="http://ellesees.blogspot.com/2012/01/how-to-wavy-curls.html">Wavy hair tutorial</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://pieceofcakepeaceofmind.blogspot.com/2012/01/weekly-roundup-collared-dresses.html">Collared dresses</a>, anyone?<br /><br />Remember <a href="http://www.freshwordsmarket.com/product/you-are-beautiful-2">this</a>.<br /><br />Wow, a <a href="http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/copenhagens-suspended-glass-office">suspended glass office</a>!<br /><br />Dear <a href="http://diana212m.blogspot.com/2012/01/le-sigh-twinkling-nyc.html">New York City</a>: I will always love you.<br /><br />5 ways to feel <a href="http://www.alejandraramos.com/2012/01/5-easy-things-you-can-do-today-to-feel.html">instantly refreshed</a>.<br /><br />The best <a href="http://jezebel.com/5873519/new-york-times-issues-best-correction-ever">newspaper retraction</a> ever.<br /><br />Mmmmm, <a href="http://diana212m.blogspot.com/2012/01/cheese-crush-baked-brie-bites.html">cheese</a>.<br /><br />Who's your favorite <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Ifonlyyouknew/~3/JjZ1cL-FxiI/music-monday-whos-your-go-to-guy.html">music man</a>?<br /><br />Aren't these <a href="http://jenloveskev.com/2011/11/29/d-i-y-yarn-letters/">yarn-wrapped letters</a> awesome?<br /><br />[Photo by <a href="http://charlesgullung.com/">Charles Gullung</a>

Have a lovely weekend

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Have a wonderful weekend

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM6GW5L4qwbpg4cSW-GnHupTlEGu0L2ollnGY1VhkFAX0PoQ9mXwfD7b-dBhoY91jJ_DGrs1FrMbTqV6r_r3na4JPkeu1a191UrW4-j0vZyge0E_G0YLfdoaVhZ0TmcEiyFcYDn-qRbnFQ/s1600/aa.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5692028677149304578" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM6GW5L4qwbpg4cSW-GnHupTlEGu0L2ollnGY1VhkFAX0PoQ9mXwfD7b-dBhoY91jJ_DGrs1FrMbTqV6r_r3na4JPkeu1a191UrW4-j0vZyge0E_G0YLfdoaVhZ0TmcEiyFcYDn-qRbnFQ/s400/aa.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 320px;" /></a>Happy Friday, friends, and Happy (<em>almost!</em>) New Year! Can you believe 2011 is almost over? Are you excited for 2012? What are your plans for the weekend? We're getting together with some friends to celebrate the holidays -- it's sort of nice to have another holiday gathering after Christmas to look forward to! I hope you enjoyed the more fun, light-hearted posts this week. Next week, we'll be back with your regularly scheduled programming (<em>like <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/search/label/Letters%20to%20my%20future%20husband">Letters To My Future Husband</a> and <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/search/label/Memo%20To%20Men">MEMO TO MEN</a></em>), but in the meantime, here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web... <br /><br />Oh, I love <a href="http://www.iamagreedygirl.com/2011/12/lizzie-fortunato.html">sparkly purses</a>!<br /><br /><a href="http://fashionandotherfancies.blogspot.com/2011/12/snowfall-in-g-minor.html">Dear Snow</a>: Where are you?<br /><br />A <a href="http://www.harryanddavid.com/gifts/store/item____monthly-fruit-clubs_monthly-fruit-clubs_1067">fruit-of-the-month</a> club!<br /><br />Isn't this <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/86292626/2012-modern-chair-calendar">modern chair calendar</a> cool?<br /><br />Which <a href="http://www.sarahbrydenbrown.com/2011/11/28/which-twitter-type-are-you/">Twitter type</a> are you?<br /><br />Awww alert: <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/12/27/cats-in-party-hats-video_n_1171348.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000003">Cats in party hats</a>!<br /><br /><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/194288171394205489/">So romantic</a>.<br /><br />How perfect is this <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/82600072/orange-victorian-parasol-autumn-harvest?ref=fp_treasury_2">Victorian-style umbrella</a>?<br /><br />I could eat <a href="http://becauseofmadalene.blogspot.com/2011/12/holiday-press-cookies.html">holiday cookies</a> all year.<br /><br /><a href="http://minimozblog.blogspot.com/2011/10/love-map-tutorial.html">This</a> would make an awesome wedding gift -- simple and meaningful.<br /><br />Awesome <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/elsita?ref=top_trail">Etsy prints</a>.<br /><br />Ellen is running a great <a href="http://www.lovethatmax.com/search/label/special%20needs%20parenting">special-needs parenting</a> feature on her blog!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.designsponge.com/2011/12/before-after-minimalist-bathroom-makeover.html">Bathroom makeover</a>.<br /><br />Do you take <a href="http://www.dailycandy.com/all-cities/article/114475/Winter-Weekend-Road-Trips">winter trips</a>?<br /><br />Don't you love all these <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/alovelylittleshop?section_id=7865072">necklaces</a>?<br /><br />How many of <a href="http://dailycandy.com/all-cities/roundup/flash.jsp#/101-books-we-cant-live-without/">these books</a> have you read?<br /><br /><a href="http://muchlove-illy.blogspot.com/2011/12/mustache-sticks-are-must-for-every.html">Mustache sticks</a> make any party better!<br /><br />Good <a href="http://www.dailycandy.com/all-cities/article/116717/How-to-Keep-New-Years-Resolutions">how-to tips</a> for keeping your New Year's resolution.<br /><br />Congrats to <a href="http://www.sandyalamode.com/">Sandy</a> on her new bundle of joy!<br /><br />And congrats to former Glamour magazine blogger Meredith Bodgas on the launch of her new blog <a href="http://meritalbliss.com/">Merital Bliss</a>! Follow her adventures from bridal to cradle!<br /><br />[Photo via <a href="http://ohpioneer.com/post/14723331441">Oh, Pioneer</a>]

Have a wonderful weekend

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Happy Holidays!

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjY8AN3UVHimatuw89vcS6pyGtHy8AnGwk8p9WQwLYJ4yo8mh6JbhwjvfiOisg0Yw8OKo5y-6SEq7aM5_Bp-FgEnRGJYfuaAU3BS6_Abe_9Mb34prbiFqr0w6ZaPxNEN-leQkSH1R9AOdhb/s1600/aa.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5689461919864981186" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjY8AN3UVHimatuw89vcS6pyGtHy8AnGwk8p9WQwLYJ4yo8mh6JbhwjvfiOisg0Yw8OKo5y-6SEq7aM5_Bp-FgEnRGJYfuaAU3BS6_Abe_9Mb34prbiFqr0w6ZaPxNEN-leQkSH1R9AOdhb/s400/aa.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" /></a>Happy Friday and Happy Holidays to you all, my dear friends. Here's to a wonderfully relaxing weekend of peace and joy spent with family and friends. I'm sending you <em>giant</em> hug through the computer. Can you feel it? I'll be eating lots of sweets this weekend watching holiday movies (<em>I haven't seen <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2009/12/whats-your-favorite-holiday-movie.html">Home Alone</a> in ages...</em>). I'll see you all on Monday, but in the meantime, here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web...<br /><br />What made you <a href="http://www.why-girls-are-weird.com/2011/12/happy-saturday-v84.html">happy</a> this week?<br /><br /><a href="http://blogs.amctv.com/mad-men/2011/12/mad-men-gift-guide.php">Mad Men gift guide</a> = AWESOME!<br /><br />Gorgeous holiday hair <a href="http://diana212m.blogspot.com/2011/12/holiday-hairdo.html">here</a> + <a href="http://joannagoddard.blogspot.com/2011/12/holiday-hair-tutorials.html">here</a>.<br /><br />And some glitter <a href="http://withlovefromnisha.blogspot.com/2011/12/glitter-polish.html">nail polish</a>.<br /><br />The greatest <a href="http://www.rollingstone.com/music/photos/the-greatest-rock-and-roll-christmas-songs-20101216">rock & roll</a> Christmas songs.<br /><br />Dream Home: <a href="http://ohmywordblog.blogspot.com/2011/09/canopy-beds-to-curtain-or-not-to.html">Canopy beds</a>. Sigh...<br /><br />A <a href="http://www.glamour.com/sex-love-life/blogs/smitten/2011/12/how-to-survive-the-holidays-as.html">great how-to</a> for enjoying the holidays if you're single.<br /><br />Genius: <a href="http://www.perpetualkid.com/magic-snow-instant-in-a-can.aspx">Snow in a can</a>!<br /><br />Happy <a href="http://www.delightedmomma.com/2011/12/look-back-at-2011.html">one-year blogiversary</a>, Lindsay!<br /><br />Wouldn't you love to go <a href="http://diana212m.blogspot.com/2011/12/travel-fantasy-manatee-watching.html">manatee watching</a>?<br /><br />Mmmm, I never get tired of <a href="http://www.mealdujour.com/2011/12/broccoli-cheddar-soup.html">broccoli cheddar soup</a>! What's your favorite kind of soup?<br /><br />Tiffany is the <a href="http://dancingbranflakes.blogspot.com/2011/12/photo-shoot-by-lake.html">best dancer</a>, isn't she?<br /><br />Vote for <a href="http://www.ardorblog.com/2011/12/vote-for-elliott.html">Elliot</a>!<br /><br />Ooooh, I want this <a href="http://www.katespade.com/womens-wallets/coin-purses/kate-spade-hedgehog-coin-purse/PWRU2559,default,pd.html?dwvar_PWRU2559_color=370&start=42&cgid=new-arrivals">hedgehog coin purse</a>!<br /><br />A <a href="http://flavorwire.com/243196/ranking-tvs-nightlife-destinations-from-worst-to-best">ranking</a> of TV's most popular hangouts.<br /><br />Big question: <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Ifonlyyouknew/~3/4rJMYvIu_GI/myth-5-friends-cant-share-exes.html">Can friends share exes</a>?<br /><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/81087182/no-matter-how-dark-8-x-10-giclee-print?ref=sr_43dc526d9b5ea6975d29b2160c082818649c35c3e727a2d7528ac361e11739e3_1319426480_14101629_inspiration_art">So true</a>.<br /><br />A <a href="http://anthropologie.tumblr.com/post/14354649763">satellite view</a> of a frost-covered United Kingdom.<br /><br />How <a href="http://www.newyorker.com/reporting/2011/10/03/111003fa_fact_colapinto">famous brands</a> got their names.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYyXawnXLJQxhoxyQgpIqXIinyNFTyclXm6a6l5_P2xN0lZ8_GgjHIYup5FCOIMkB3gd4tGgrPKLVRf93GIj0Dc8CO1OxBEvNG6dzf5Xn7Iw85IjhVGSfSFdNUkcptRDAGRzjnLoLcyvAI/s1600/aa2.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5689461917714246354" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYyXawnXLJQxhoxyQgpIqXIinyNFTyclXm6a6l5_P2xN0lZ8_GgjHIYup5FCOIMkB3gd4tGgrPKLVRf93GIj0Dc8CO1OxBEvNG6dzf5Xn7Iw85IjhVGSfSFdNUkcptRDAGRzjnLoLcyvAI/s400/aa2.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 262px;" /></a>And I couldn't resist posting <a href="http://weheartit.com/entry/19812393">this graphic</a>. Isn't it cute? xoxo<br /><br />[Photo via <a href="http://justbesplendid.tumblr.com/post/14613128470/christmas">Just Be Splendid</a>]

Happy Holidays!

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Have a cozy weekend

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1QjqLruCFRoo8acn448cubAtu9GKdEa7riUhDBoZU-BHn3lH5lG9TY_SB1CTd8rG5UOD-El4t5udvv4Oa_Or46FSZgvN5kN0nFK6U8H4hFFAuezXIOyh8K7zQI4N5ujIpakKP6NApY4XJ/s1600/aa.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5686813952532906610" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1QjqLruCFRoo8acn448cubAtu9GKdEa7riUhDBoZU-BHn3lH5lG9TY_SB1CTd8rG5UOD-El4t5udvv4Oa_Or46FSZgvN5kN0nFK6U8H4hFFAuezXIOyh8K7zQI4N5ujIpakKP6NApY4XJ/s400/aa.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 288px;" /></a>What are you doing this weekend, friends? I'm going Christmas shopping this afternoon to help usher in a weekend full of festive merriment. Tomorrow, we're getting together with some family friends, and then on Sunday, my father's family is coming over to celebrate -- all 35 of them! It's going to be a full house! I hope you all have a wonderful weekend, and I'll see you on Monday. In the meantime, here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web...<br /><br />What <a href="http://thenewscheherazades.blogspot.com/2011/12/your-time-to-shine-i-want-to-hear-your.html">advice</a> do you have for the next generation?<br /><br />Holiday lights -- on a <a href="http://brightboldbeautiful.blogspot.com/2011/12/be-original.html">car</a>!<br /><br />An <a href="http://www.riverisland.com/Online/men/gifts/smart/marvel-print-umbrella-257256">umbrella</a> for comic-book lovers.<br /><br />Oh, how I miss <a href="http://www.buzzfeed.com/mjs538/40-things-that-will-make-you-feel-old">this decade</a>.<br /><br />Amazing dance <a href="http://lisagrahamart.blogspot.com/2011/12/oh-how-i-love-dance.html">paintings</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://notesondesign.tumblr.com/post/13217431625">Wise</a> <a href="http://notesondesign.tumblr.com/post/12843488621">words</a>.<br /><br />Time magazine's <a href="http://www.time.com/time/person-of-the-year/2011/">Person of the Year</a>.<br /><br />Would you wear this <a href="http://chicncheapliving.blogspot.com/2011/12/fun-finds-fashion-aurora-second-skin-by.html">new-age jewelry</a>?<br /><br />The perfect <a href="http://thepeachdrinkingtea.blogspot.com/2011/12/christmas-nails.html">red nails</a> for the holidays.<br /><br />A <a href="http://www.npr.org/blogs/monkeysee/2011/12/14/143699630/the-20-unhappiest-people-you-meet-in-the-comments-sections-of-year-end-lists">hilarious take</a> on year-end lists.<br /><br />Round-up alert: Terrific <a href="http://couturecarrie.blogspot.com/2011/12/tray-cool.html">trays</a>.<br /><br />Aren't <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/betwixxt?section_id=8075711">these mugs</a> cute?<br /><br />New York City <a href="http://www.retronaut.co/2011/12/new-york-in-the-snow-1892-1920/">winter wonderland</a>.<br /><br />Gift idea: <a href="http://glamour.tumblr.com/post/14216228004/holiday-gift-idea-for-the-newlyweds-this-pretty">Engraved silverware</a>.<br /><br />What a romantic <a href="http://nymag.com/news/articles/reasonstoloveny/2011/gay-marriage/?mid=twitter_nymag">wedding story</a>.<br /><br />A beautiful <a href="http://annawalker1992.blogspot.com/2011/12/garden-wedding-wednesday-with-hot-pink.html">garden wedding</a>.<br /><br />A guide to <a href="http://thedandybohemian.blogspot.com/2011/12/mid-week-motivation_14.html">genuine happiness</a>.<br /><br />Dream Home: <a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/chicago/tours/shannon-and-dean-create-a-contemporary-farmhouse-house-tour-162937">Contemporary farmhouse</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/2011-12-15/24-rare-retro-photos-of-celebs/">Rare photos</a> of celebrities.<br /><br />Aren't these <a href="http://diana212m.blogspot.com/2011/12/home-inspirationfairy-lights.html">fairy lights</a> magical?<br /><br />And here are all the <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/search/label/Holidays%202011">Gift Guides</a>, if you're still looking for something for that special someone...<br />*<a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2011/11/holiday-gift-guide-2011-part-1-your.html">Moms</a>.<br />*<a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2011/11/holiday-gift-guide-2011-part-2-your.html">Dads</a>.<br />*<a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2011/11/holiday-gift-guide-2011-part-3-your.html">Siblings</a>.<br />*<a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2011/12/holiday-gift-guide-2011-part-4-your.html">Best friends</a>.<br />*<a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2011/12/holiday-gift-guide-2011-part-5-your.html">Little ones</a>.<br />*<a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2011/12/holiday-gift-guide-2011-part-6-your.html">Crushes</a>.<br />*<a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2011/12/holiday-gift-guide-2011-part-7-sweet.html">Stocking stuffers</a>.<br /><br />[Photo via <a href="http://leloveimage.blogspot.com/2011/12/and-then-you-came.html">Le Love</a>]

Have a cozy weekend

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Have a romantic weekend

<div align="center"> </div><a href="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7152/6483396739_781a3b72c3_o.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7152/6483396739_781a3b72c3_o.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 606px;" /></a>Happy Friday, friends! What are your plans this weekend? We had the first snowfall of the year today, so I'm thinking a little winter walk is in order, don't you? On Sunday, my mother will be singing in our church choir for the holiday pageant -- it's always fun to see her sing. Here's to a wonderful winter weekend, friends! I'll see you on Monday, but in the meantime, here are my favorite finds from the wonderful Web...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.cwonder.com/gift-guide/give-for-under-40/heart-waffle-maker-1/">Heart waffles</a>, anyone?<br /><br />Aren't these <a href="http://www.cwonder.com/gift-guide/give-merriment/just-b-cuz-everyday-kindness-notecards-1/">Just Because</a> notecards cute?<br /><br /><a href="http://itssimplelove.blogspot.com/2011/12/consider-this.html">So true</a>.<br /><br />Aren't these <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/blushinmuffin/">food photos</a> awesome?<br /><br />Cool <a href="http://www.buzzfeed.com/mikehayes/your-favorite-websites-office-art">office art</a>.<br /><br />There's nothing like a <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/438567466/">warm fireplace</a> in the winter. Do you have one?<br /><br />Cool concept: Using fashion to <a href="http://www.thepeakoftreschic.com/2011/12/heavenly-white.html"> influence</a> interior design.<br /><br />Cute <a href="http://www.citygirlchicago.com/2011/12/holiday-spirit.html">stockings</a>.<br /><br />Aww, sad <a href="http://nicolehill.blogspot.com/2011/12/sad-gingerbread-man.html">gingerbread men</a>.<br /><br />Isn't this <a href="http://www.niceties.co.nz/2011/12/hes-mine.html">watercolor</a> amazing?<br /><br />What <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/12/08/corporate-jargon-that-needs-to-go_n_1137616.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000003">cliches</a> do you hate?<br /><br /><a href="http://www.whimsicalpoppysmic.net/2011/12/fridays-fashion-statement_09.html">Lavender</a> is such a pretty color.<br /><br />Aren't these <a href="http://rompstore.com/productDetail.php?productId=406&categoryId=&productItemId=1141&optionId=&ageGroupId=10">wooden picture books</a> so cute...?<br /><br />...and so is this <a href="http://www.chasing-fireflies.com/toy-hospital-book/productinfo/38414/">toy hospital book</a>.<br /><br />Perfect for the holidays: <a href="http://www.juliasbookbag.com/2011/11/lights-in-jar.html">Lights</a> in a jar.<br /><br />A <a href="http://greenweddingshoes.com/french-farmers-market-engagement-session/">French farmer's market</a> engagement shoot.<br /><br />Do you like to <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/2011-12-09/girl-talk-i-travel-the-world-alone/">travel solo</a>?<br /><br />Great <a href="http://ohhappyday.com/2011/12/10-experiences-to-give/">alternatives</a> to holiday gifts.<br /><br />Who's your <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Ifonlyyouknew/~3/11XmvfEqlew/music-monday-my-artist-of-year.html">favorite artist</a> of 2011?<br /><br />I love everything in <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/iswasandwillbe">this</a> shop.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">**Don't forget to enter the <a href="http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com/2011/12/kokoon-giveaway.html">KOKOON giveaway</a> for your chance to win an item of your choice for up to $158 value**</span><br /><br />[Photo via <a href="http://bippityboppityboo.tumblr.com/post/13672301216">bippity boppity boo</a>]

Have a romantic weekend

Happy Friday, friends! What are your plans this weekend? We had the first snowfall of the year today, so I'm thinking a little winter w...

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