Favorites from around the web...

1) Wow. This is an impactful perspective on a horrible disease.

2) I love the idea behind this but also as a fan of mythology I enjoyed reading all the stories around these interesting women.

3) I'm sure the effort needed would not be worth it but I do one day want to make these cookies.

4) These are good reminders, especially the last one.

5) This made me laugh, especially how it concludes. Having worked in an office I can also totally imagine the disruption his caused.

6) I think everyone should read what this man has to say about his experience being a hermit. What stuck me those most was "with no audience, no one to perform for, I was just there. There was no need to define myself; I became irrelevant." I've been ruminating on it all week.

7) Inspired by these. You go girl!

8) I think this is very true. We are not all so different! We all work hard and are all doing our best.

9) This show looks amazing.

10) These days I'm not good about staying up-to-date on world events and news. So I appreciate when Jon Stewart breaks it down for me and brings the element of reason sometimes lacking form other media outlets.

Image via.

Favorites from around the web...

1) This is great perspective on something most people dread. I look forward to my own eventual unstructured life.

2) This confirmed something I have long suspected. Nothing wrong with some good campy entertainment as long as people know that's what they are watching.

3) I like that the media paying more attention these days to the range of sexuality out there. This was an enlightening article on a type of sexuality I think is easy to dismiss if you aren't informed.

4) I feel fairly apathetic about Kim Kardashian, but I know that her celebrity is a statement about our current pop culture. And this article gives good insight into why.

5) Oh how I wish I lived in New York so I could see this!

6) My goodness this is complicated. So many questions are raised by international surrogacy.

7) This is adorable.

8) Wow, mind blown. How did I not know this!

9) The way this article starts is horrifying. But it's another example of insight into a small portion of the population that struggle because they are different. And I appreciate those that try to manage their dark sides in an honest way.

10) And I definitely will be trying this.

Image via.

Favorites from around the web...

1) This gives you an indication of the kind of environment I grew up in (Topanga is my home town!)

2) For awhile now I've been uncomfortable with the pressure to get kids into academics younger and younger. So I appreciated this article.

3) I love the idea of this as a wedding dress.

4) Ouch! #16 makes me laugh though.

5) This is a great tip! I've always wanted to know how to manage riding a bike in a skirt.

6) This is something I never thought about before but now I am astutely aware of.

7) I've never been a big Kristen Stewart fan but this made me love her.

8) Memories...

9) Wow, this is kind of amazing but not surprising really. Something to think about next time you are out to dinner.

10) This made me laugh. I definitely didn't see it coming.

Image via.

Favorites from aroud the web...

1) Wow. This is something I never really think about. Even though it saddens me and angers me, I appreciate the reminder that this stuff still happens every day.

2) This is some insight into an already mysterious celebrities life, though I think it asks more questions than it answers.

3) I love hearing about stuff like this! I hope more companies follow their lead and bring parenthood more into the dialogue.

4) I hope to one day have an outdoor area large enough for one of these.

5) This is beautiful :)

6) I love this idea. I believe in manifesting.

7) This is a good look at how far women have come, and how far we still have to go.

8) I really want to see this. It's an interesting perspective on how Los Angeles is depicted in modern media and I want to know more

9) I want this for my kitchen. I'm always googling this stuff which can be hard to do if you have batter all over your fingers.

10) This is another example of something pervasive in our culture that I guess I had become so accustomed to I never even noticed it!

Image via.

Favorites from around the web...

1) I love this idea, and I bet it would be just as fun for adults as for kids :)

2) This is a topic that always makes me uncomfortable, probably because I have two opposing views on it (at the same time!). But I think it's an important debate to have.

3) This is an interesting parenting discussion and I don't know which side I fall on yet since I see benefits to both approaches.

4) I love hammocks, so this is appreciated since we all don't have the right natural setting available to us.

5) Oh my goodness these guys did it again. Well done guys.

6) If you watch Game of Thrones I think you'll enjoy this. Not only is it funny but it's impressive to see an actor get totally into character so quickly.

7) I have not read The Goldfinch but I've heard so much about it. Considering it's popularity right now this was an interesting read.

8) I like seeing this from our celebrities: using the ridiculous aspects of their lives for good.

9) These are very useful to know (I'm definitely going to use #7 and #20).

10) I adore The Little Prince. In fact, it was one of the firsts gifts I ever gave D. This nicely captures why I think it's a book everyone should read.

And on a side not, I recently purchased these for myself in brown as a treat, and I love them. Stylish but also very very comfortable. They will be great for summer!

Image via.

Favorites from around the web...

1) You've probably all seen this by now but it's important enough that I wanted to make sure to share it here as well. It's a great explanation of net neutrality, told with hilarity.

2) And I couldn't agree with this more! I've never understood the need for goody-bags at parties. Don't we all already have enough stuff? It's a party enough of a "prize" already?

3) I also couldn't agree more with this! Another no-brainer to me.

4) Since I'm not so knowledgeable on make-up I appreciated this (the eyebrow tip I've already started using)

5) Loved this. Always happy for a reminder that we don't need to put so much pressure on ourselves to be perfect parents.

6) This has me wanting to watch that beautiful movie again (I probably haven't seen it in over  decade).

7) Definitely want to get one of these for the Pepper.

8) Wow, these are stunning. Way to turn something negative into something wonderful!

9) This also helps takes the pressure off. Perspective is so valuable, especially when dealing with things like anxiety and stress.

10) And this is just beautiful. What an inspiring kid. What great parents. I'm so glad they are sharing their story.

And because it's Friday make sure to enjoy the Shirk Report, one of my Friday favorites :)

Image via.

Favorites from around the web

1) I agree with these guys, I'm doing it wrong.

2) I really appreciate this interesting and honest article from a self-defined nerd on the dark-side of nerd culture.

3) I love these thoughts on marriage.

4) These are wonderful words to keep in mind, especially now that we're entering with skin-showing season.

5) This film sounds amazing. Fabulous cast as well.

6) I work with a lot of programmers so I found this article pretty funny. 

7) This article talks about how frustratingly hard to overcome human nature can be.

8) I hope this guy found a place to live, and I hope he lives up to expectation :)

9) Ballet dancers are just so impressive.

10) I love the attention the trans community is getting. I look forward to what I hope will be a lot of cultural change in this area during my lifetime.

Image via.

Favorites from around the web...

1) I've always been amazed by these guys. So impressive.

2) I want these in my kitchen.

3) This is both funny and sort of sad. I love it though. It's an important issue to address and this forces yo to think about it.

4) I never imagined mushrooms could be so beautiful.

5) This study made me breath a sigh of relief. There is so much competition to get into college and the cost is getting high. It's nice to know that maybe we can all relax about it a little.

6) I wish I had one of these!

7) This seems to me to be great advice for writers.

8) This speaks truth. Valuable truth.

9) I want to go to Chicago and visit this! I bet it's exhilarating.

10) These spurious correlations are fascinating. Sort of creepy too.

Image via.

Favorites from around the web...

1. I like to try to reduce waste so I love these tips. I now have scraps saved in my freezer right now for vegetable broth.

2. Another reminder that Los Angeles isn't so bad :)

3. Really honest account of one woman's experience.

4. This is beautiful and romantic.

5. I had no idea about this tradition until now. I'm fascinated by the idea. Is it sweet? Is it creepy? Both?

6. This guy is doing a wonderful thing. He's combining compassion and smart design in order to help other people.

7. This is a great idea! We don't have any family photos together right now and I'd love to change that.

8. Loving this fun look at various cultures through language. "Ilunga" may be my favorite.

9. This is such a smart idea of a wedding registry.

10. I've so far visited only one of monuments shown here. I'd love to visit them all.

Image via.

Favorites from around the web...

1) This is great advice, for kids and adults.

2) Had to admit that this was adorable.

3) I always appreciate good branding and design.

4) I have always wanted to visit these, now I want to even more.

5) Especially since breastfeeding is such a hot-button issue I'm curious to see this.

6) True, and something I try to remember every day.

7) Sadly true, though I appreciate Jon Stewart pointing it out!

8) I loved looking through these. Humans really don't change much :)

9) Excited to visit this soon!

10) A good reminder that we all had awkward years.

Image via.

Favorites from around the web...

1) This is proof that love and drama often go together.

2) My girl-crush continues with this interview with working-mom Courtney Adamo.

3) Simple but valuable advice: "Stop trying to be perfect as possible, and start being as human as possible".

4) For years I've been trying to convince D to let me get a pig. Maybe these pictures will help convince him.

5) This is a fun collection of mind games to test your understanding of psychology.

6) I've been thinking about writing a post on these two great shows but these guys beat me to it.

7)We use cast-iron for cooking a lot of the time so this is good to know.

8) I really hope they make this!

9) I'm looking forward to seeing this movie, but maybe that's because the trailer song is one of my favorites.

10) This is another reason I'm happy to be a woman of modern times. It's amazing the lengths that are gone to for the sake of female modesty.

Image via.

Favorites from around the web...

1. I'm always looking for ways to change up my workout routine, and this looks fun.

2. Interesting. I want to try to remember how each sounds for when I next encounter someone from the UK.

3. Lovely. Another place I want to plan a whole trip around.

4. The feminist in me wanted to hate this story, but if it works for her I can't deny there may be benefits.

5. So funny and so true. I sent this to one of my co-workers who I know has felt put in that position many, many times.

6. Simple yet beautiful.

7. Since I've been musing so much on our city life it's nice to read articles that highlight our neighborhood.

8. And speaking of our neighborhood, I love this post from a previous neighbor who is having trouble leaving her urban perspective behind.

9. Very excited for this film. I love everyone involved in it.

10. I love shortbread cookies so I'm very intrigued by this recipe (I'm always looking for new ways to use the beets I get with our CSA).

Image via.

Favorites from around the web...

1. This is a beautiful space. I have loft envy.

2. Interesting article about how ideology can conflict with humor.

3. I am getting so excited!!

4. Gorgeous dessert idea. Would love this for a birthday or engagement party.

5. Gotta love bears.

6. I so would love the Pepper to have one of these near by.

7. Fascinating. Those chickens knwo how to work it.

8. I hope this is real.

9. Love these portraits of the first man to reach the North Pole. They show what an intense and determined man he must have been.

10. After being in a friends wedding last weekend I realize I need to practice being photogenic. Thanks Emily for the tips!

Image via.

Favorites from around the web...

1. Loved these but didn't understand as many as I had hoped.

2. This was interesting. It always helps to have some world perspective.

3. Now I understand why my brother hated working in retail.

4. Great insight into the fashion world and the changing trends.

5. I would almost plan a whole trip around visiting this.

6. Love this idea for bringing things at home up a notch.

7. As loft dwellers I always appreciate good design that helps save space.

8. Hysterical, and seems accurate.

9. Wow. Nature continues to impress.

10. Hm, this debunked something I've always believed. Though it's a good reminder that things are often not as straightforward as we think.

Image via.

Favorites from around the web...

1) I hink a lot of new parents feel this way, but it was brave of him to say it.

2) This captures exactly how I feel about one of our, in my option, more interesting pop celebrities.

3) This makes me want to write more letters.

4) If you ever wanted to feel small in this universe check this out.

5) Thank you math.

6) This is interesting but hasn't helped me figure out my complicated relationship with caffeine.

7) Well done Norway, that was beautifully executed.

8) The Oscars as told from the other side. And now I really want to be Jennifer Lawrence's best friend.

9) Wow. Not only does this explain something to me that was a bit unclear before, it makes me realize how tragic it was.

10) I'm impressed that this happened. It's very modern of our government.

Image via.

Favorites from around the web...

1. This is great advice for entrepreneurs, and a good way to think about your business ideas.

2. Interesting findings on a happy vs meaningful life. The last sentence is particularity interesting.

3. I adore Brian Williams, so of course I love this. Hilarious.

4. Loving simplicity these days, so this looks very appealing.

5. Truth is stranger than fiction.

6. Not a huge Justin Timberlake fan, but I thought this was pretty great.

7. Love this wallpaper.

8. These beautifully capture what feels like a different world.

9. Even though I'm not there yet, this makes me look forward to the future.

10. Love this party theme, for a child or an adult!

Image via.

Favorites from around the web...

1. Because science.
 
2. I want one of these in my home.

3. I also want one of these in my home for the Pepper.

4. Having worked with many clients, these are funny because they are completely believable.

5. A wonderful and touching idea.

6. Amazing. I could never imagine getting my body to achieve those things.

7. And more acts of impressive physicality from a very different part of the world.

8. Love these beautiful and unexpected portraits.

9. Wonderful post on aging and gender.

10. Yup, I think this sums up America fairly well.

Image via.

Favorites from around the web...

1. No matter what side of the debate you come down on I thought this was an interesting look at the issue from a different perspective.

2. I think how this couple has chosen to live is inspirational. We try to live without much "stuff" but these people put us to shame.

3. And this guy is inspirational in another way. Working in the traditional system can sometimes feel like we're spending so much of our time on the wrong things. I'm glad people are exploring different options.

4. Did you watch the Ham/Nye debate? I haven't had a chance to yet but I really want to.

5. This is a great guide for people wanting more greenery in their life (like me!).

6. This feels like an accurate depiction of childhood, and makes me wary of dinosaur costumes.

7. I loved the graphic novel so I'm very excited for this!

8. As a small chested woman a can't relate, but this made me think of all my larger endowed friends.

9. This is chilling because it tells an important but scary truth.

10. Blades of Glory is real!

Image via.

Favorites from around the web...

 
1. I love the take away from this video on the simple thing we can do to eat healthier.

2. This made me nostalgic. I loved this movie! And young Meg Ryan.

3. Desperately trying to figure out how to get one of these.

4. Great celebrity portraits from Sundance. Glenn Close's is amazing as expected, but Flea's is the one that really surprised me

5. This makes so much sense to me.

6. This is a valuable perspective on how to think about a relationship.

7. At first this shocked me. But the more I think about it, it seems obvious.

8. I wish we had one of these here in downtown LA.

9. These girls make me want to take that cross country road trip I've always dreamed of.

10.  This is accurate. Very Accurate.

Image via.