three of my favorite things.

this recipe. 

this book.

and this photo.

xoxo.

half the sky.

Half the Sky had me glued to the TV Monday and Tuesday night. I found myself sobbing at some points, cheering at others. If you haven't watched it yet, you should! Watch it here. 

xoxo.

[photo via Half the Sky]

the best.

Marc Johns' quirky and whitty drawings keep me laughing on long days...

xoxo.

fall come quickly.

We finally had some cooler temperatures this weekend. And by cooler, I mean a high of 84. But, we saw some rain and had to wear jackets in the morning, so I'm thinking fall might just be rolling in soon. And with fall, comes adorable fox coats, pie, fires, and butternut squash. My favorites.

xoxo.

muhs home

Muhs Home is one of my favorite little browsing spots. Aren't these sets of spreaders, knives, and cocktail forks gorgeous? I love the simplicity and craftsmanship. 

Have a pretty Wednesday.

xoxo.

hand lettering perfection.

This weekend, I stumbled upon the work of Dana Tanamachi, a custom chalk letterer based out of Brooklyn. Isn't it beautiful? I've always been a fan of gorgeous type, but this just takes the cake. See more on her website or this lovely write-up on Design*Sponge.

Ace Hotel Room 1021 on vimeo

i want to go to there.

I was talking with my mother-in-law the other day, and she told me about these two great spots in Portland, which has me wanting to pack up and fly out there yesterday. Seriously though, pizza and ice cream straight from PDX? Yes, please. First up, Oven and Shaker, where every pizza sounds amazing.

And second, Salt & Straw, the new hip thing in Oregon dairy. I'd kill to try some of their Rocky Road with Honey Marshmallows and Candied Walnuts.

Now, who wants to fly me back?

xoxo.

pinned and loved.

Gorgeous pillow covers from Chanee on Etsy.

The most gorgeous diner menu, written on a Kraft roll.

Sweet and simple wooden houses on Twig Blog.

Chocolate-Dipped Coffee Ice Cream Glazed Doughnut Sandwiches. Yes, you read that right.

picnic time.

 The Boxsal picnic boxes are so fun. I especially like the color-by-number "Today's Date" box. 

Which is your favorite?

[found via Gilt Taste]

xoxo.

beg bicycles.

Beg Bicycles has lots of pretty, cycle-y things. I especially like their picnic rugs. Visit their shop here.

my bookshelf.

The other day, I let out a cheer as I told Landon I had already finished three books so far this year. He slowly raised his eyebrows, brought his hand to his mouth and busted up laughing. Apparently three books is no match for Mr. Abilene Public Library, but it's pretty good for me. And then, when I went to take this photo, I realized that I have actually finished four books, and I'm partially through two more. Regardless, these six books have easily been six of the best I've ever read, which is the real reason I'm sharing them with you, not to one-up Landon (because I never could). 

1. Start With Why by Simon Sinek

If you're involved in any kind of business, promotion, blogging, or simply sharing an idea you're passionate about, READ THIS BOOK. Simon's ideas are so simple it's a wonder it took a book to explain it, but I'm glad it did. From beginning to end, his thoughts on marketing, business growth and relationships are profoundly logical and based on real world examples. I'm planning to read it again. 

2. The Help by Kathryn Stockett

This one needs no explanation. Read it, watch the movie, and enjoy every second. I sure did.

3. The Lost Art of Real Cooking by Ken Albala and Rosanna Nafziger Henderson

I'm just a few chapters in to this one, but the preface mentioned a recipe for roasting a bear's behind, which sounds promising. Already, I've learned how to pickle (the real, eight-month-involves-mold way), how to can my own olives and how to crack open the olives before I can them. #winning

4. Why We Love the Church by Kevin DeYoung and Ted Kluck

I'm about halfway into this one, and it's pretty spot on. I think anyone who calls themselves a Christ follower but questions the purpose of organized church should read it. Maryn sent it to me after some frustration I was having over the "I love Jesus but not religion" video that came out a few months ago. My summary of the book in one sentence? Christ says the church is his bride, and you can't have a bride-less marriage.

5. Generation iY by Tim Elmore

This one was also recommended by a friend, and it articulates the unique challenges, strengths and potential problems for the Generation iY (those born after 1990). It's a great read if you work or interact with Generation iY-ers regularly.

6. Dinner: A Love Story by Jenny Rosenstrach

If you read only one of these books, choose this one. It might just be my favorite of these six. Jenny's honest and approachable voice is so fun to read, and she perfectly articulates the importance of families sitting down to a real meal together on a regular basis. On top of that, her recipes all sound not only delicious, but doable. She recounts her experiences from the perspective of a real mom with a real (busy) job and a real family. Amid life's craziness, it's good to sit down and enjoy some bolognese or salmon salad or black bean burritos together. Bravo, Jenny.

This book report of a blog post is brought to you by no one. I'm sure if any of these authors knew who I was, they'd have paid to me to write this, but alas, these thoughts are entirely my own.

xoxo.

summer essentials.

Ice cream,

bike rides,

backyard swinging,

...and more ice cream.

Happy Monday.

xoxo.

happy friday.

This print was made for us. 

xoxo.

pinned and loved.

Porcelain Ice Cream Cones. Perf.

Great type on this cherry pie recipe.

Really pretty office space.

...And a roll away office! Genius!

Happy Monday!

xoxo.

P.S. Pin with me?

from the boards.

Just stopping in to share some favorites from my Pinterest boards.

Sources (clockwise from top left): 1 | 2 | 3 | 4

xoxo.

rosy.

My Pinterest boards tell me that I must be into pink lately! How fun are these sweet rosy DIY projects?

clockwise from top left

Ombre Tassel Necklace by Oh the Lovely Things

Watercolor Linens by Chanel Dror on Camille Styles

Sweet Downloadable Stationery from That's Happy

Gold Leaf Notebooks by eat sleep cuddle

Washi Tape Bunting Wrap on Annixen

xoxo.

i love olive us.

How sweet are these kids? They're all siblings, and the videos are produced by their parents. They have three episodes out so far, and the goal of the project is to show what it's like to be a kind and caring sibling to your brothers and sisters. I love that. I also love their adorable names (listed in the credits). See more at http://oliveus.tv/.

Happy Monday!

xoxo.

hello weekend.

Hello, weekend. Won't you stay a while?

Fun colored planters from A Beautiful Mess

An amazing photo shoot by Jose Villa, full of peaches, cupcakes and an airstream trailer

These lemon almond coconut ice cream sandwiches look like just the thing for a June weekend

Happy weekend!

xoxo.

P.S. This is my first ever animated gif. Who knew they were such a cinch?

the day i told landon i'd love a simple, clutter-free home.

...but alas, I'm a piler. 

Maybe someday?

xoxo.

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