Friday Distractions -- Random Links & Recipes Bookmarked

Ready for the weekend? I always am... To help you pass your Friday here are the highlights of what distracted me this week online, what I bookmarked that I hope to one day eat and a picture. 

I would like a milk jug skeleton, please. The adorable heart is a must.

Chessa Photography launched this week and you should go see the world through her eyes. Her photos offer a unique view of places commonly visited as well as many less traveled locales Chessa has visited through humanitarian aid work.

"Try not to do too many things at once. Know what you want, the number one thing today and tomorrow. Persevere and get it done." George Allen, Sr. (Thanks, Aunt Phebe!)

Should I ever actually start sewing, Make This Look matches store-bought dresses to patterns. Brilliant. (via Sonee on Pinterest)

Susan Gregory Thomas' Back to the Land, Reluctantly gives a little insight into how her family of 4 lives off of $100 a week. Via The Improvised Life who highlighted this great quote, "because my biggest revelation in terms of self-sufficiency is this: It is no big deal. You can tell yourself anything is too difficult, or you can just do it. And you do not need to reconstruct your worldview or take issue with others."

Recipes Bookmarked
Sherried Sardine Toast at Alton Brown's Good Eats
Sweet and Spicy Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Stew with Coconut Milk at Kayln's Kitchen

 Sparkles, October 2011, Plano, TX

I heard this on Sirius' 40s on 4 while flying Airtran last weekend. Sirius access is a nice perk of flying with them.

Friday Distractions -- Random Links & Recipes Bookmarked

Ready for the weekend? I always am... I haven't been wandering online much lately, so the links are sparse BUT I have amped up the photos. Check out the gorgeousness that is Duke University! Last weekend I escaped to the Durham area to check out a graduate program in the area and have a fun visit with my friend, Jen. We relaxed, explored, ate well and still fit in a bit of studying. Hopefully I can find comparable balance this weekend as I'm in Dallas for my cousin Rebecca's wedding. Wish me luck and have a fantastic weekend!

As soon as I saw this DIY Caramel Apple Kit I was in love. Caramel is the best. I've never seen a caramel apple bar at a party or wedding, but think it sounds perfect for the cooler weather.

This medical technology development gave me chills; it could/will revolutionize the lives of burn victims as you can see in the video. (via Jay Parkinson MD + MPH) burn victims as you can see.

Recipes Bookmarked
Sardine Rillettes at Simply Recipes
Mushroom Lasagna at Recipes for Health, New York Times

 

This song has special memories for me. I'm always grateful for my friends.

Friday Distractions -- Random Links & Recipes Bookmarked

Ready for the weekend? I always am... To help you pass your Friday here are the highlights of what distracted me this week online, what I bookmarked that I hope to one day eat and a picture.

Facebook is Lying but Nobody is Caring wasn't surprising but still made me sigh. (via Vika) If you want to block third-party social media sites from tracking you and use Firefox, consider trying Share Me Not.

On a related note, Alexis Madrigal writes What You Shouldn't Post on Your Facebook Page If You Want a Job at The Atlantic. I try to be conscious of what I put out there, but always appreciate a reminder. (via Courtney...so glad she and her buzz are back!)

Are You Living An Active or Passive Life? "...[feeling powerful sensations] is not optional. We crave and need them to function well, so the path of least resistance and most abundance will also be the path most traveled. I think we’re just too far removed from real experience, from having to engage with the world." 

Steve Jobs' 2005 Stanford Commencement Address on YouTube (via Amber). May he rest in peace.

Recipes Bookmarked
5 Spice Beef Broccoli at Well Done Chef (I like his blanching method!)
Applejack Rabbit at Eat Make Read
Lamb Sausage Patties with Fresh Mint, Feta and Garlic at Epicurious

 

Sky over Georgetown's Key Bridge, Washington, DC, September 2005

Creative take on a catchy song that you is unavoidable as I drive around town... Thank goodness it is still fun! (via Adrienne at Fanciful Freckles)