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Happy Weekend

This was kind of a crazy week for me. Aside from the fact that I was completely convinced on Tuesday it was Thursday (talk about setting yourself up for disappointment!), I've just had a lot going on between work, school and life. I have been trying to put myself in a position to make some changes in the next few months, but as always that means putting yourself out there to an often uncomfortable degree. So that's where you'll find me... sitting out on my limb trying to make things happen. In the meantime here are a few things that caught my eye this week:

Stuff to make you think: Ever wonder how Google masters innovation? Here a their nine principles

Stuff that will make you saw "wow":  This Volvo commercial is kind of insane and it was shot in one take!

Stuff that will capture your heart: Ruthie's blog is one I came across not too long ago. I was captivated by the kindness in her words and images. She just posted a little bit about her personal story that is as touching and inspiring as it is heartbreaking. If you have some time definitely worth a read.

Stuff that will make you wish you were throwing a Friendsgiving: Maybe you already are! This post had me longing for my college days when a bunch of us got together before we all went home and made the best potluck Thanksgiving meals ever.

Stuff that will make you drool: This recipe for roasted pear and cranberry chocolate chunk scones sounds amazing! p.s. check out local milk on pinterest.

Where to?

Next up on our tour is Chicago. I am a big fan of Chicago - it's got a great city vibe with all of the kindness and gentle pace of the Midwest. There are of course the brutal Chicago winters, but a good down coat and some mittens and you're all set. 

I was actually really surprised to see prices in Chicago were totally reasonable. I love the look and feel of this space. I don't have a totally modern aesthetic, but I like the idea of making something with industrial bones into something warm and homey. I mean who doesn't love a good brick wall and wood ceiling? The building itself has a really cool vibe too. Check out more about this property here.

Wardrobe: Thanksgiving

I'm not really a get decked out for Thanksgiving kind of girl. I mean I want to look presentable for the family that I haven't seen in awhile, but really I just want to eat a lot of food and not have that uncomfortable feeling that happens when the waist of your skirt start digging into you (ladies, you know what I'm talking about). My family is not quite ready to accept blue jeans for the occasion, but I've managed to slip past with a black pair before so I'm going to give it a shot again (extra points if you make them corduroys). With a pair of nice shoes and a big necklace nobody will know the difference AND I will get to eat my food and watch football in comfort.

Sweater, jeans, necklace, boots

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Images from here, here and here

Before they pass away

British photographer Jimmy Nelson spent three years documenting 31 remote cultures that are on the verge of disappearing for his book titled Before they pass away. Check out some of the absolutely stunning images. He hopes the book will stand a record of the disappearing world.

Happy weekend

Things that caught my eye this week:

Stuff to make you think: I'm always in search of meaning in my work. These ten principles are meant to help you "work on purpose"

Stuff to help you get out and explore: This list of 27 surreal places to visit is amazing. They are all now on my bucket list. Have you visited any?

Stuff to freak you out: Or at least it freaks me out. Crazy to think that this could be the future of working remotely.

Stuff to buy: Every week Sevenly teams up with a charity to help bring awareness and funds to a cause. Every Monday a new set of products are released and $7 from every purchase goes towards that cause. Very cool.

Where to?

Next up on the Where to? tour is Seattle, Washington. Truth be told I've actually never been, but in my head - and from what I've been told - it would be an amazing place to live. Granted, the rainfall can be a bit of a downer but as my dad says "there is no bad weather, only inappropriate gear." So let's pull on the rain jacket and some wellies and check out this amazing home on the water. It definitely needs some work, but with a little white wash on all that heavy wood and a new kitchen (putrid yellow is not good anywhere. ever) I think this could be amazing.

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pictures from here, here and here

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