Happy Friday Friends and Happy Memorial Day Weekend!! This month flew by, I feel like we were just celebrating Motherās Day and here we are at Memorial Day weekend!
This past month has been up and down weather-wise. Some days, we hit 70ās and others were in the 50ās. Last weekend, I had a family wedding and it was so nice to celebrate love and see family!Ā
Besides Memorial Day Weekend, itās also my birthday weekend. Iām looking forward to celebrating on the actual day and a bit before.
Now, that Iāve got you all caught up on all things in life, hereās what Iāve been loving this week as I link up with ErikaĀ andĀ Andrea!
Lemon Bundt Cake-I have been trying to incorporate more fruits and vegetables as we get closer to summer and that includes desert too. I made a lemon bundt cake last week and it was the perfect taste for spring. It was sweet and moist and had so much flavor. You can eat it solo or with some vanilla ice cream or fresh fruit. A lemon cake and fresh strawberries would be divine for a summer night dessert. If a cake isnāt your cup of tea, you can make these into cupcakes or muffins. The possibilites are endless!
The Dinner List– I have been a big fan of Rebecca Serleās books. Iāve enjoyed In Five Years and One Italian Summer and I was excited to read The Dinner List. The book follows a young woman as she enjoys a dinner with five important people in her life. The purpose behind the dinner is explained through the book and different relationships are explained through the story. I really enjoyed getting to know all the characters, but the end had me grasping for more. I wasnāt ready for it to end!
Brain Dumps– This month has been so busy with all the activities, events and to-doās and the only way I have been keeping it all straight (besides my Simplified planner) is by writing everything down and doing periodic brain dumps. A brain dump is when you literally put everything that needs done or whatās on your mind on a giant list and break it down about what needs done. I always write to-doās for the day in my planner, but sometimes, for long term lists or detailed to-doās, having it in one spot is a game changer. I love these large pads from Simplified, not only are they super cute but have a ton of space for lists.
Selling Sunset Season 6– One of my favorite reality shows is back! Selling Sunset is my guilty pleasure and there has been so much drama and excitement this season. From new characters to familiar faces, incredible homes and all the dramaā¦this season has been so good. Iām currently watching it as I type this post. The only downside is that once I finish it, I have to wait for a new season. If you are watching this season, what are your thoughts so far?!
Substack– Have you heard of Substack and started using it? Itās a platform to read blogs and newsletters. A lot of writers I follow have joined substack. Some you have to pay to read their newsletters, but others offer free subscriptions. A few of my favorite writers on Substack right now include Emily Ley and Elizabeth Holmes (are we surprised?) I have been loving following Holmesā coverage of the Coronation. Sheās been providing both newsletters and podcast about it. Substack has been a fun place to get lots of content in one place.Ā
Thatās a roundup of some of my favorite things this week. From books, to food, and shows, I hope you found a new favorite here. Tell me, as we gear up for Memorial Day weekend, what are your plans? I hope you can enjoy some fun time outside and with family! Happy Friday!