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!
Alyssa @ Don't Look Down 06.01.2012
My favorite thing about my dad is that he takes time to teach me things. From softball when I was little to how to fix things now.
Cheryl 06.01.2012
My husband is a wonderful father! Loving, supportive, encouraging and patient. The kids love the corkey things he does.
Alice 06.01.2012
Liked Mr. Bar-B-Q on facebook!
Barb 06.01.2012
He can fix about anything on my car! I help him and call it father/daughter bonding. We do have a fun time hanging out as well!
Alice 06.01.2012
I guess the most memorable thing about my dad is that whenever he sends a card or writes a letter he draws a stick figure next to his name with enormous curly hair (as he’s always had thick curly hair). Sometimes I draw one when I send him a card now too…of me, of course!
Katie 06.01.2012
My dad was a wonderful advice giver! He always knew what to say!
Jill 06.01.2012
Like Mr. BBQ on Facebook!
Jill 06.01.2012
my husband is an amazing dad. He would love this!!
Carrie 06.01.2012
My favorite thing about my dad is he always calls or e-mails every day to see how I am doing! He will keep calling until he hears from me.
Also – love the Friday Favorites!!!
Caroline @ After Dinner Dance 06.01.2012
My favorite thing about my Dad is that he doesn’t worry about most things and just lets them take their course. My Mom and I are worrywarts!
Andrea 06.01.2012
He is the kindest person I’ve ever met…and he tells really bad/good puns :)
Maura @ My Healthy 'Ohana 06.01.2012
One of the things I love about my dad is his genuine love for other people…he will make friends no matter where he is, strike up a conversation with complete strangers and know their life story! He brought me to both college and med school, and both times got to know many of my classmates and actually introduced me to a few friends, haha! Some people in my med school class thought he was just a really old student!!
Sarah 06.01.2012
My favorite thing about my Grandpa is his cute little sweaters that he wears to every special event. Little knit sweaters that he color-cordinates! He’s so sweet… and such a character. :)
Jenny 06.01.2012
I love that my Dad is such a softie- he tears up every time I fly home for a visit and again when I’m set to leave. It’s heartwarming to see such a man’s man with real emotions :)
Amy Butcheri 06.01.2012
I also liked Mr. Bar-b-q on facebook!
Sarah 06.01.2012
I’ve liked Mr. Bar-b-q on Facebook. :)
Amy Butcheri 06.01.2012
My favorite thing about my dad is that he is such a family man! He would do anything for us and has always had family as his first priority. Love him so much!
Meg 06.01.2012
My favorite thing about my dad is his jokes. He always tells the dumbest jokes, but they always make us laugh because he thinks that they are hilarious. He is such a great guy and I adore him!
Natasha K. 06.01.2012
The best thing about my dad is how loving he is. He has always been an inspiration for how to show love and be compassionate. He has always been a rock for me and I can’t wait to show that type of love to my children one day.
Jordan Esbeck 06.01.2012
I liked Mr. Bar-B-Q, Inc. on Facebook too!