Happy Friday, and first day of June!
JUNE?
June!
This is when I start to panic that the summer is going to fly by before I get a chance to really savor and enjoy it. Isn’t that sick? That said, I’m going to try and spend some time outdoors everyday over the next three months (when it’s not raining, anyways,) to unplug, get away from the madness of everyday life, and just enjoy. That way I can look back in August and know I did all I could.
Luckily it’s a beautiful day here in central Iowa, and I’m headed out for a nice run after I hit publish. I hope you’ll be able to do some of the same this weekend, but in the meantime, please enjoy my favorite finds from around the web and beyond in this week’s Friday Favorites! :D
Favorite dessert: The Twix Tart. Chocolate + caramel + shortbread = SOLD! Look how dense & fudgy this pie is!
Favorite fashion: J Crew Ring Around Eyelot Top. Sweet & summery. Love the sleeve length too.
Favorite refresh: Lemon-Blueberry Cheesecake Bars. I wouldn’t normally associate cheesecake with refreshing but the cool, creamy lemon center looks so, well, refreshing!
Favorite movie: Snow White & The Huntsman. I made Ben promise to take me to this movie when it opened months ago, and am finally cashing in on said promise this weekend – muwahaha! Can’t wait. Although annoyingly moody at times, I still love me some K Stew.
Favorite combo: Toasted Coconut Vanilla Limeade. I would literally give my left arm for someone to show up at my house with a pitcher of this toasty, tasty combo this very minute. How do people come up with this stuff?!
Favorite woah: Italian Moon. Do you think this is Photoshopped? Either way – incredible!
Favorite twist: Mango Apple Salad with Sugared Lime Zest. A new twist on the classic “fruit salad”. My mouth puckers and waters at the same time just looking at this picture.
Favorite DIY: IKEA Bookshelf Office Space. A workspace hideaway built out of 3 IKEA bookshelves. Genius! I especially love the burlap backing.
Favorite supper: Pesto Pasta with Chicken Sausage & Roasted Brussels Sprouts. This supper literally includes all my favorite things. ALL THE THINGS!
Favorite pooch. SQUEE!
Favorite sip: Sparkling Watermelon Limeade. A cool, ultra refreshing beverage for the hottest of summer days. Love how it’s alcohol free, but could be jazzed up with a hit of white wine, or vodka.
Favorite outfit. Coral and gold is one of my all-time favorite combos.
Favorite bite: Asian Shrimp Dumpling. If these babies taste half as good as they look, then I am in for a real treat. :)
Favorite app: Wedding Snap. OH how I wish this existed when I got married! Have your friends snap pics at your wedding, then upload them in real time to a personal website which displays them all.
Favorite light bite: Thai Mango Salad. Love the sweet-tart dressing for this fresh, light salad. I would inhale this.
Favorite decor: Vintage Travel Posters. Want. So bad. ‘Nuf said.
Favorite feel good: Black Bean Veggie Tacos. An awesome combo of fresh veggies, flavorful cheese, and hearty black beans. This is feel good food, for sure!
Favorite funny. Sorry, but I laughed for legit 10 minutes when I saw this!
Favorite picture. Growing up, my neighbor had a natural hole like this in their fence which their black lab would always stick its nose through. We had so much fun with her. :)
Favorite treat: Caramel Marshmallow Popcorn. Perhaps I’ll make a batch to bring to Snow White?! YUM!
Jess S 06.01.2012
My dad is super easy to talk to. I think I realized it when we were growing up, but I appreciate it even more as an adult.
Kristie 06.01.2012
There are so many things that I love about my dad, that it’s hard to narrow it down to one! I love how supportive and loving my dad is, even more so since my mom passed away. He is my foundation and makes me feel like I can do anything!
Allie 06.01.2012
The thing I love most about my dad is that he is such a good husband to my mom, and a great family guy.
Natalie 06.01.2012
I liked the facebook page!
Natalie 06.01.2012
I just love how much my dad loves his girls and how big his heart is. I am one of four girls + my mom + my parents took in two girls a couple of years ago + he has two granddaughters!! Needless to say, other than the son-in-laws, he is surrounded by girls and despite how many comments we get about how he must really want a boy, he loves it and wouldn’t trade it for anything. In fact, he welcomes more girls! He is seriously the greatest dad ever!!
SArah T 06.01.2012
MY fav thing about my dad is that he always encouraged my love of learning, very fitting as he’s a teacher!
Jenny 06.01.2012
We lost my Dad a few years ago but I always loved his smile. It didn’t happen very often but when it did it would light up the room.
I liked the FB page. :)
Cheri Sanny 06.01.2012
I liked Mr. BBQ.
Katelyn S 06.01.2012
i love my dad’s way of always reminding me of what’s really important.
Cheri Sanny 06.01.2012
He takes me to baseball games every summer and it’s our special day to get out of town and enjoy the summer and each other!
Paige Gibson 06.01.2012
I liked Mr Bar-b-q, inc on facebook!!
Paige Gibson 06.01.2012
My dad is wonderful. I am glad to be his friend, as well as his daughter, now that I’m in my late 30s. He is a great listener and gives great advice…plus he is fun to be with.
Amanda Brezgel 06.01.2012
He’s always there when you need him. :)
Kellie 06.01.2012
My dad gives the best advice and is usually right on the money.
Eva @ Eva Bakes 06.01.2012
My dad has an amazing ability to tell hilarious, but true stories about his childhood.
Heather 06.01.2012
Mu dad and I grilled every Sunday dinner growing up! Our own grass fed beef for steaks, sweet corn roasted in the grill and our own home grown watermelon! Now that is an Iowa Summer Sunday!,
Marisa 06.01.2012
I also liked Mr. Bar-B-Q on facebook…
Marisa 06.01.2012
My dad can fix ANYTHING!
diane conover 06.01.2012
Already loved Mr.Bar-Q on FB
Linda 06.01.2012
I love that my Dad loves me unconditionally and is just fun to be around.