Instead of taking a nap and preventing myself from getting to bed at a decent hour later, I decided to channel all my sleepy energy into finding a lot of beautiful, texture-y, comfy-looking pillows I wish I could surround myself with. I found myself being drawn to flowery ones that I would never in a million years be allowed to fill my house with!
Since 7 is a lucky number, I present to you 7 scrumptious pillows! Click on’em to get directed to their stores.
Layla Pillow - Crate & BarrelWe all Blossom - TheHomeCentricVintage Rose Pillow - RossanasatticDeconstructed Rose Pillow - West ElmDeconstructed Ribbon Pillow - West ElmRuffle Maze Pillow - Urban OutfittersHand-Dyed Bouquet Pillow - Urban Outfitters
The last one is my personal fave, but caution! Any of these will leave funny crease marks on your face once you wake up from your cozy nap!
Yes, it was last summer when “Home” became the song-of-the-moment, I even had it played at my wedding. Just in case you haven’t been paying attention, Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros are great. Check out the album “Up From Below” and songs “Home,” “Janglin” and “Black Water.”
I’m going to try to do a new thing here, and on Mondays recommend a book for all those keeping an eye out for a good read… something of substance.
My first Good Read has got to be a book that I was assigned for class last fall semester. It has recently come out in paperback and has also reached a spot on the NYT bestseller list, which means you can probably get a copy online for a good price :-D
Half the Sky is a compilation of true stories authors Nicholas D Kristof and his wife Sheryl WuDunn have gathered in their years of world travel and investigation of the status of women worldwide. I follow Kristof’s blog on the New York Times and he has thought-provoking articles on all subjects, but women and poverty is one that he clearly takes to heart.
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Many have said that this book is difficult to get through–due to the subject matter, shocking at times. However, I found it inspiring in many cases and it gives me some direction when it comes to the big question– “what can I do to help in this world?” The answer I have found is aid my fellow women around the world. In addition to sponsoring a teenaged girl in Bangladesh, I am volunteering at a home for single mothers in my hometown (beginning soon).
Perhaps you will find some inspiration in this book? If you need a little more help, feel free to check out http://www.halftheskymovement.org/.
My Friend Staci 