Happy Friday 2/18/22

Happy Friday! How are you? Hanging in there? I got a dose of Spring delivered to my inbox this week (see photos below) and now I’m impatiently awaiting a change in the weather. I almost can’t believe that our yard was ever that green or that we ate meals outside. We sure have good things coming around the corner!

photos by Belathee for Camille Styles

Some fun links from the week…

So honored to be included in Camille Style’s how I gather series: slow living and straight-from-the-garden meals are this family’s secrets to joyful gatherings. (camillestyles)

26 movies you need to watch before decorating your home. Swoon! (elledecor)

Naomi Campbell, a new mother at 51, opens up about motherhood on her own terms. I love reading about new mother’s journeys into parenthood and wow! Naomi’s is sure different than mine was. (vogue)

The seven habits that lead to life-long happiness. “Your well-being is like a retirement account: the sooner you invest, the greater your returns will be.” (Atlantic)

How fun is this colorful farmhouse from the later-1800s?!. “The rooms are warm, eclectic and rich in patina to convey a sense of our life’s journey.” (hendrickschurchill)

Take the compliment. (@joythebaker)

These chocolate peanut butter oatmeal bars are on our Friday night plans! (halfbakedharvest)

“I bought a nameless oil portrait on eBay and found a hidden signature…of a famous American artist! (I think)”

Make life beautiful with designer Delia Kenza. “With the lockdown…I have been forced to find inspiration in the things around me: beautiful lighting, art, movies, or music. I think I learned how important it is to fully trust my instincts even if what I decide to do is not “on-trend.” (studio-mcgee)

I listened to this book this week and was surprised how much I enjoyed it. Highly recommend! (amazon affiliate, indiebound)

Have a good one!