Tuesdays Around the Web [V.3]

Thanks to the lovely procedure called "wisdom teeth removal" I am on my fourth, and probably last, day of the weekend.  Although lying on the couch, sleeping, watching Harry Potter and How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, and ice cream eating has taken up most of my time, I have found some things around the web that are worth a look.

If you've never tried making homemade granola, I definitely recommend it! Jen from Peanut Butter Runner posted this great peanut butter chia seed granola recipe last night and since I conveniently had all of the ingredients, I made it this morning (and will probably have to make it again tomorrow at the rate that it's being eaten!). Make it! It's easy and delicious -- how much more convincing do you need?

Lately I have been relating to how Jamie felt about prayer.  Her honest words nailed pretty much all that I have been turning over in my head for the past few months.  I'm grateful that someone could both relate and offer resolution.

Is counting sheep just not working for you?  I'm not being mean when I tell you that you should give this podcast a listen to catch some zzz's.

If you blog, you've probably felt the grips of blog jealousy. You know the feeling: when you need to have that person's content, layout, pictures, sponsors . . . you name it.  Kayla throws out the idea that can turn blog jealousy into a productive thing and I think that I may agree with her.

Have you heard of More Love Letters? No? Click this link right now.  Didn't click yet? Here I'll give you another chance now.  I think that what Hannah started is fantastic and I can only hope that UPS can get her book to me like, now (never mind that I only ordered it last night.).

In case you missed it, the big news around here this week is that I'm co-hosting a link up! It's all about how cool Detroit is and if you think so, too, I hope that you'll join us! Also, to get in the mood, here's 22 reasons that the Motor City deserves some recognition.

So, what caught your eye this week?

Over and out.
- Allison

Tuesday Reads [V.2]

Last week was a crazy week, no? From llama escapades, to that one article of color changing clothing that will not be mentioned on this blog, the Internet had a hay day.  While you were being distracted by white&gold vs. blue&black disagreements full-out shouting matches, here's what you may have missed:

What Is Blue?
I've never doubted the validity of Mr. ROY G. BIV, but this article definitely made me question what has seemingly been "the obvious."  Also, I am constantly amazed by the psychological differences between those accustomed to a developed country and those who know nothing but the jungles.

How to Fake Being Rich
If you need a good laugh, any of Viviane's posts should do the trick.  This particular one lets you in on how to make people think you are the next Bill Gates or Oprah.

How to Withstand Waiting:
As I find myself counting the hours until graduation at least twice a day, this article from Delight blog was a smack-in-the-face reminder of how I, and you, should be treating the waiting periods of our lives.

30  Tutorials to Make You a Better Photographer & Editor
Do I need to say anymore?  But for real, this is a great guide that even includes a photography course from Stanford that is free!  If you're wanting to step up your photo game (me) then this is for you!

Kale, Gorgonzola, and Bacon Scones
Another Delight link!  But this time it involves food which is always a good thing.  I made these scones about two weeks ago and they were gone in literally less than 36 hours.  Subbing feta cheese for gorgonzola works, but you won't have as strong of a flavor.

How to Stop Yourself from Crying
Being someone who automatically resorts to tears when any emotion gets too strong, I am definitely going to try this trick the next time I feel my eyes start to sting.  

So, anything good?

xx,
Allison