reads for your weekend

So, the disappearing blogger award goes to me this week. Every time I take an unplanned blogging break I always really enjoy myself, and I find that it would be so easy to fall out of habit.

It’s been a wild week in our country. And at times I’ve felt very unsettled, and at other times I’ve just shut off and walked away from all forms of social media (and didn’t even pick up my computer for 3 days) and ignored everything that was happening.

We’ve been soaking up the sun this week and just having a whole lot of fun. It’s not that I can’t have fun and blog about our fun at the same time, but sometimes I just love not picking up my computer. I owe about 30 people an email response, and have some things that really do need my attention.

But… while I’ve got your attention, I wanted to share with you some of my favorites from around the blogosphere this week.

1. A Ginormous Givewaway from Pinterest Told Me To

I’ve told you about my hilarious, stylish, adorable blog friend Sheaffer before. Her fantastic blog hit 1 million page views, so she’s hosting a ginormous giveaway! Pop on over to see what it’s all about it. I promise you don’t want to miss it!

2. Miriam Joy’s Arrival from Marital Bless

I love birth stories and I love Leah’s blog. Leah just had her precious third baby and I always love reading her birth stories. And this one was no different- definitely made me cry.

3. Walt Disney World Tips and Tricks from The Shull family

Okay, okay. So I link to Shay all the time. But I just love her blog. I’m either always nodding along and saying, “yes! Me too!” Or I’m taking notes because I’ve learned something new. I love her post on WDW trip tips. We’re planning to go in mid-January 2014 (when Hayes can still go for free!) and this was perfect timing!

4. It’s Called Working Out Because It’s Hard from Big Mama

Oh my goodness, this made me laugh so much. Big Mama has been doing Smart Barre in Texas, which I can only assume is just like Pure Barre, which is extremely difficult. I imagine myself looking like my svelte, gorgeous instructor, but I know I don’t. And I know that I sweat and shake and want to scream. But I loved her post because I could relate so much!

5. Braylen’s Perfectly Pink Princess Party from Life in the Green House

My friend Jennifer put together an adorable princess party for her sweet 3 year old baby girl. Every detail is so cute!

6. Staying Organized During a Build/Remodel from Sunny Side Up

This was just perfect timing, and Erin has the best organizing tips! If you’re building, remodeling or just love geeking out over organizational tips, this post is for you.

What have you loved this week?