Friday, May 16, 2014

Fave Things Friday

I haven't had much time to actually do much DIY-related projects, so I figured I'd share some of my recent faves on this audacious Friday.

Gone Girl



After reading this page-turning thriller, I found that the title didn't really suit it. No, what it really should be called is "Messed Up S**t". Seriously. This stuff is messed up. I won't go into too much details so I don't ruin it for others, but essentially it's about a couple in a failing marriage and on their fifth anniversary the wife goes missing. It really makes you think about whether or not you really know the person you're married to.

Instant Mom

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I love "My Big Fat Greek Wedding", so I decided to check out Nia Vardalos' book about her journey to becoming an "Instant Mom". After trying IVF 13(!) times, she finally was able to adopt her daughter through the U.S. foster system. Part autobiography, part how-to adoption guide, this book swung between being hilariously funny to tear-jerking emotional.

Veronica Mars


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I've heard great things about this TV show and since it was free with Amazon Prime membership, I decided to check it out. It's safe to say that now I'm ridiculously addicted. It reminds me of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, but instead of vampires or demons the bad guys are human beings. That, and a couple of guest stars on the show were also series regulars on Buffy (Alyson Hannigan and Charisma Carpenter).

No-Spill Straw Cups
Owen never quite took to a sippy cup, so we tried a straw and ever since he's been hooked. We love the Playtex straw cups because they don't spill (well, unless he shakes it up and down to "baptize" himself) and they're relatively easy to clean. I have to say that I'm super-stoked to (almost!) be out of the bottle phase of life. Viva la Straw Cup!

Cardboard Books
These are a LIFE SAVER for people with toddlers. My little guy loves to "read" (aka: flip through, stare at the pictures, and throw around) books in his crib, and the cardboard ones are safe for smaller hands and mouths. The Dr. Seuss mini-books are especially awesome because they're easier for tots to handle.

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