Happy Friday, everyone!
Can you believe it’s March already?! It is absolutely wild to me that this Iowa winter is nearly over before it really even began. I can’t remember another year when it was warm enough to have a bonfire on Thanksgiving, go coatless until December, or run outside in January. Even if we get hit with an epic snow storm at this point, it’ll melt within a few days.
I am not mad at that. ;)
In other news, Ben and I actually have, gasp, plans this weekend starting with a house party (yeah!) and hockey game tonight with friends. Can’t wait!
In the meantime, please enjoy my favorite finds from around the web in this week’s Friday Favorites!
Favorite fit: Mad Abs March. Who’s in?!
Favorite bite: Strawberry Lemonade Scones. Just the sight of these makes me excited for spring and summer. :)
Favorite sip: Pineapple Ginger Smoothie. This looks SO refreshing, I can’t wait to try it out.
Favorite bling: Wishbone Necklace. I am obsessed with all things “luck” – horseshoes, wishbones, 4 leaf clovers. This is SO FREAKING ADORABLE!
Favorite furball. A reader sent this picture to me on Facebook. What a sweetie!!
Favorite slurp: Roasted Cauliflower and Aged White Cheddar Soup. Easy, yet impressive.
Favorite accent: Reclaimed Wood Wall. What a unique, stylish and eco-friendly home accent! I love the rustic-chic look.
Favorite cocktail: Kiwi Mojito. Ben and I are obsessing over kiwis right now – they’re in season and you can get like 100 for $1 around here. I. Want. This. Drink.
Favorite transformation: Pizza Monkey Bread. My Mom used to make regular monkey bread on Sundays after church. This savory version sounds awesome!
Favorite home accent: Globe Firepit. How cool, right?
Favorite indulgence: Homemade Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup. This recipe looks like one of the best copycat Reese’s Cups I’ve ever seen. Look at that peanut butter texture, mmmm.
Favorite DIY: Vintage Frames. Take a few inexpensive Walmart frames, a little elbow grease, some paint, and voila!
Favorite drool-worthy photo: Ahi Tuna Tartare with Avocado, Crispy Shallots & Soy Sauce. O.M.G!!!!!!
Favorite funny. RIGHT?! I heard Angie’s Oscars leg stunt was done on a dare, which is hopefully true, otherwise that woman is crazier than I thought!
Favorite view: Ariel view of Angel Falls (click on the picture on the website). This is THE sweetest view of the world’s highest waterfall, Angel Falls, in Venezuela. Check this out!
Favorite nook. I would love to have this desk/reading nook at home. That blue color is so soothing.
Favorite outfit. I am in LOVE with this dress – and those earrings!
Favorite indulgence: Mississippi Mud Cake. BLERG. Check out how she cuts this cake too – it’s ingenious!
Have a wonderful weekend everyone! :D
Morgan 03.03.2012
Mad Abs, I’m in!! I am obsessed with the vintage frames, i think im gonna tackle a DIY project this weekend, so maybe I will do it!
Sue {munchkin munchies} 03.03.2012
What a great round up! So many great ideas in one place:) Thanks so much for including my scones! :)
Emilia 03.03.2012
I always love your friday favorites posts, they’re so fun! Those strawberry lemonade scones look amazing, who comes up with these kinds of flavors? Brilliant! Mad Abs March looks intense, but rewarding. I was planning on doing something similar, but I might just make that a March goal instead. Happy Weekend!
rita in mi 03.02.2012
I actually made that roasted cauliflower soup this week after seeing Kevin post it. Really awesome recipe, you should definitely give it a try.
Barbara @ Barbara Bakes 03.02.2012
What a fun Friday roundup. Thanks for including my Monkey Bread. I hope you’ll give it a try. I’d love to have that desk/nook in my house too.
Cathy 03.02.2012
I did the Fab Abs February, so I am totally in for Mad Abs March! Who would have thought this middle-aged Midwestern housewife could do 100 sit-ups, 25 pushups, and hold a 2 MINUTE plank?! This stuff WORKS!!!
Michelle (Better with Berries) 03.02.2012
Oh my goodness, just read through that Mississippi Mud Cake recipe and it sounds amazing! And you are right – the way she cuts it is just so smart!
Dena @ 40 Fit in the Mitt 03.02.2012
Just voted for you! Congrats on the nomination. I also printed the ab calendar, I’m In!
Allison 03.02.2012
Voted for you! I am a huge fan of your blog. Thank you for sharing the Mad Abs March calendar. I’ll add it to my routine so I am in good shape for our family Spring Break trip to the Nickelodeon Hotel. XO
Megan 03.02.2012
Seriously! Could your blog get any better? Maybe cause I’m an Iowa girl too and we know the same places in Des Moines or just because we’re in the same state, but when I read other blogs nothing compares to yours! Thanks for posting awesome stuff!
Mindy 03.02.2012
Oooo the pizza bread! I love your blog layout- do you know anyone I could work with to designing my own?
Barbara 03.02.2012
First time visiting…love the tub dog!!!!, the scones (yummy), the smoothie, the kiwi mojito (just bought some kiwis today!) and doggie Angelina (not a fan of Miss Jolie…maybe because she’s with Brad ??) I will definitely visit again!!
Heather 03.02.2012
A friend and I are doing the ab challenge, thanks for posting! Also, just made the pepperoni pizza monkey bread for dinner tonight. In the oven now…..FYI, It is EASY, but not QUICK. Just wanted to let busy moms know if they want to make it on a weeknight!
Amy 03.02.2012
Wow, good choices for Friday Fav’s….! I love the wishbone necklace……also, I went to Trader Joe’s today and that made me happy….now I know what I can do w/ cauliflower and kiwis…..! Enjoy your wknd IGE!
Oh, the desk nook is perfect!
Jeri 03.02.2012
That ab workout looks easy! I’m in!
Nicole 03.02.2012
I love that desk nook. If I had that I’d make sure my yellow lab slept next to me while I worked!
Emilie @ Emilie's Enjoyables 03.02.2012
whoa that ab workout is intense-i’m in!
Jenna 03.02.2012
Tag! You’re it!
Head over to http://jennajoybeck.blogspot.com/2012/03/eleven-things.html to see the post I tagged you in and pass it on. All you have to do is think of 11 random facts about yourself and answer a few questions so we can get to know you better!!
Lauren @ Vaguely Vegan 03.02.2012
I always love your Friday posts! Mad Abs March looks great. I love when stuff is broken down like that, makes it seem way more attainable. I’m in!
Villy @ For the love of Feeding 03.02.2012
Friday favorites are great! That leg! :)