Goooood morning sunshine!

I’m feeling super energized + ready to take on my jam packed weekend. It could be the almond milk chai latte I’m sipping . . . but right now I just feel good.
How about you? How are you feeling today?

I wrote a very personal (and vulnerable) post about the 3 hardest words to say to yourself (and others). I’m so happy it’s generating an open discussion about forgiveness. I hope you’ll check it out if you haven’t yet. And leave me a note to let me know what your thoughts about forgiveness are.

As I head off to enjoy a weekend of sun + fun + surprises (including a super sweet one I arranged for my man, tee hee) ~ I wanted to let you know about a local event in case you’re looking for something to do.

It’s called LIVE + DINE L.A., presented by Angeleno Magazine. It’s a “taste of” event featuring some of L.A.’s hottest restaurants and chefs (think Spago, Nobu Malibu, Bestia, Hinoki & The Bird, and many more)! There will be some amazing eats on display, so if you’re not busy this Sunday July 21st from 4:30pm to 8:30pm, join me!
Check the image below for details – or to purchase a ticket (hurry, ticket sales end Saturday night), click here. Hope to see you there!

Cheers to a beautiful weekend – with good friends + good eats!
xo

THIS WEEK’s MISCELLANY

• Love the idea of an urban hike as a way to get to know my neighborhood. This looks like fun!
• How to taste chocolate mindfully. From one of the best chocolate makers around.
• This = awesome. I hope Jay-Z, err I mean Jay Z, thinks so too.
• If you want to understand how to fix our financial system in this country, this is actually a really cute + informative educational video.
• A beautifully written look at race in America.
• Oh Italy.
• Love these ladies who aren’t afraid of grey.
• This is how we end bullying. Can’t wait to check out the rest of this film.
• If the shoe fits . . .
• One of my favorite appetizers is this, but I’ve never given it a try at home. Time to remedy that.
• Never been into the color blue all that much. But lately, I can’t get enough of it. Peep this eye candy.
• Happiness is a choice. Hell yes it is!.
• Looking for some new summer shades? My girl Elsa’s got the 411 on what to buy.
• A few little “make your life easier” ideas from Apartment Therapy.
• One of my favorite sites. Always gives me something to think about + makes me smile. I especially love this image + quote.
• Two of my most favorite actors having a candid chat. Sidenote to The Universe: I will work with them someday. #thatisall
• Is this not the most beautiful tea party meets bridal shower ever? So sweet.
• One more reason to visit San Miguel. Soon.
• July is National Ice Cream Month (Sunday 7/21 is Ice Cream Day). As if I needed another reason to indulge. Sidenote, I’ll be going here (maybe more than once this weekend). 😉
• I’m not a big drinker, but this, looks like something I would gladly try.
• This bookstore looks like heaven. Seattle’s got some amazing book shops, this is at the top of my list to visit.
• Most tasting events are usually about wine. I’d like to throw one of these instead.
• Jamie is the real deal. Just like honest to goodness real butter. And I love ’em both!
• This will make you uncomfortable, but damn is it true.
• These kids make me actually want one of my own! Their words are so simple. And true. Lots of good lessons here.

• This might be my favorite Ted Talk (after Brené Brown’s on vulnerability and shame). If you’re highly sensitive, addicted or know someone who is – this will resonate.