Hey you, happy Friday! How was your week?
We’re continuing to pack, pack, pack around here (7 days until the big move!) and finishing up final touch ups around the house. I know it’s standard to leave some nail holes in the walls, but I’m finding myself being semi-psychotic about filling them all up then painting over them. Thank goodness my Mom is a handy woman extraordinaire and supporting my urges with fresh spackle and free labor. Love ya’ Ma!
This weekend should be another busy one. My in-laws will be in town for a baby shower with my besties on Saturday, then Sunday we’ll celebrate Father’s Day with the whole extended family. (Can’t wait to give Ben his first Father’s Day gift, btw. I’ll snap a picture!)
Family plus friends – what more could a gal ask for?
Wherever you are, and whatever you do, have a wonderful weekend and in the meantime please enjoy my favorite finds from around the web in this week’s Friday Favorites!
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Favorite lick: Oreo Pudding Pops. The love child of my favorite ice cream, Cookies ‘n’ Cream. and my favorite childhood treat, Jello Pudding Pops. YUM!!
Favorite DIY: DIY Chalkboard and Key Hooks. My Mom has a mail center that looks almost identical to this one which I am obsessed, obsessed, obsessed (that’s 3 obsesseds) with. Only problem is she’s had it for years and I can’t seem to find a look alike anywhere. This one promises to be simple to build – and for under $20 in materials. Think I might give it a try!
Favorite sip: Blueberry Mojito. Lately I’ve been debating what my first post-preggo dizzy sip will be. I think I’ve narrowed it down to a blended Peach-Ginger Margarita or this dazzling Blueberry Mojito. Summer cocktails are the BEST!
Favorite outfit. Perfect pops of yellow, sparkle. and blue. And I can hardly get over the scalloped edge on these shorts. Too cute!
Favorite slurp: Prosciutto, Tomato and Olive Spaghetti. Light, summery, pasta perfection. Reminds me of some of the dishes Ben and I had in Italy.
Favorite project: Pull Out Lid Drawer. What’d I tell you last week – I am all about the DIY projects these days. One of the biggest, nay – the biggest – annoyance in my kitchen is pot and pan lids that tumble out and create clutter. Both Ben and I hate them with a fiery passion. I love this idea for a pull out drawer vs installing vertical separators which take up so much space.
Favorite devour: Triple Chocolate Donuts. Chocolate on chocolate on chocolate! Need I say more?
Favorite travel: Man-Made Structures that will Fry Your Brain. Must. Get. To. Petra.
Favorite dish: Migas. I have been wanting to make Migas, a Mexican dish made from fried corn tortillas, eggs, and veggies, for ages. I love how Ali breaks the dish down in this easy to follow, 15 minute recipe.
Favorite find: Soapstone Globe. I don’t think I’ve ever told you this, but I kind of have a thing for globes. I don’t actually own any, but I really want to. I know. Unfortunately this baby is sold out, but I’m thinking you could easily replicate with a goodwill globe + chalkboard paint. It’s such a cool look!
Favorite bite: Nectarine and Wisconsin Burrata Bite Crostini. I used burrata in a freelance recipe a few weeks ago which rendered me both seriously and insanely obsessed with the stuff. Paired with crispy bread, creamy nectarines, and sweet balsamic drizzle – these bites look unbelievable.
Favorite funny: 18 Most Epic Dog Beards of All Time. This montage made me laugh uncontrollably in a way that usually only AFV can.
Favorite dinner: Slow Cooker Brown Sugar & Garlic Chicken. Doesn’t this look mouthwatering?!
Favorite layer: Chocolate Peanut Butter Parfait. Check it – layers of crumbled graham crackers, an INSANE looking peanut butter cheesecake mixture, melted chocolate, and whipped cream. How quickly can someone get over to my house to make this for me?!
Have a great weekend!
Seeing the globe from Anthropologie automatically reminded me of this (probably much cheaper) version from ModCloth: http://www.modcloth.com/shop/office-desktop/notable-adventures-message-globe I like the look of chalk more, admittedly, but I do know that dry erase is sometimes more practical (markers easier to store, etc.). And for only $15 — super cute!
Love this roundup!!! Those blueberry mojitos look crazy good. And thanks for the migas link love! :)
Wishing you a wonderful shower today!!
I have a very similar chalkboard organize that I got at Ikea in… November of last year, I wanna say? It’s not distressed looking like the one in the photo, but I still love it!
The lid holder = must have!!!!
Those Donuts!! OMG..how good would that be with a steaming cup of coffee :)
Dog beards. Hysterical laughter. ‘Nuf said. Happy move!! :-)
I have to tell you (again) that your blog is my favorite because you make me laugh most often, but more than that you enjoy and appreciate ever day life and the blessings that you’re given even in the form of a mail center and chalk painted globe. So, I guess it’s really your character (WHO you are) even more than what you do and how you do it that resonates with me. I love your enthusiasm and importance you place on meaningful relationships and wish you nothing but joy as you move into your new home and prepare to welcome your sweet little bundle of boy!
=)Kim
I would love some Prosciutto, Tomato and Olive Spaghetti followed by triple chocolate treats! These look so great, thanks for sharing. :)
Oh my this Friday list is fabulous. I “pinned” several items for later use. My boys and I will be making the Oreo pops very soon for a summer time treat.
That spaghetti looks SO good!!
I always leave friday favorites with so many projects and recipes to try! Great roundup :)
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i’m not pregnant, but i have not been able to participate in any happy hours this summer due to the crappy weather, so that mojito looks Ah-mazing to me!
Love your friday favorites!