Have a patriotic weekend!

Sweet cake! Tutorial found here.

Every year, I've been known to cry on the fourth of July. It's just that I love the holiday so much, what with the neighborhood parade and the watermelon eating and the insanely nostalgic patriotic tunes. It all seems so glorious that I can just. hardly. take. it. I really love sharing a sense of patriotism with our kids and being together with our little central Austin community. Plus, Brandon and I got married on the 5th of July, so the whole weekend feels like a magical time of reflection for us.

Do you have fun plans for the (long) weekend, friends? I'll be back next week with some updates- meanwhile here are some fun finds from around the web...

Top websites for women from Forbes.

Lovely tips for a mindful home.

Steamed eggs are easier to peel, apparently. Here's how.

So powerful - Dear 16 year old me.

This launched today. I may have already ordered a shirt.

The sweetest kids clothes at ridic. low sales prices.

An awesome way to spice up a small pantry.

This was recommended over at Simply Lovely - I am ordering it for the beach!

Mmmmm!

Enjoy your weekend!