It's Friday!

We had gorgeous spring days almost all week and then this happened yesterday.

 Even weirder than the March snow we got. What's the weather like where you are?

Some links for your weekend:

Cute and Pretty Things
I can't get over this gorgeous photo of Neil Patrick Harris and his family.
A bathtub full of puppies! What more could anyone want?
Use the code FRECKLED at checkout for 30% off your order at the Case Study Shop!
I took a look at Joules' dresses online and now I need everything.

Culture
I really loved this: Saying No to the Say No to Size Zero Campaign
From last week: The 60 Best Signs Against DOMA and Prop 8 at the Supreme Court
The Equals Record is one of my favorite places to hang out online, and I loved this collection of pieces on Marriage Equality.

Food
50 Shades of Gluten Intolerance
I'm so excited to read about Danielle's experience after changing her diet.

Random
I had this dead succulent in a windowsill and it sprouted a new, healthy one, but now I'm in a panic over how to care for it. I think this article makes sense, but I'm not sure. Anyone have any tips? I'm horrible with plants.
I got stopped by Roanoke Times Style Street blogger David Verde and was in the paper, which was kind of fun. You can read the online version here.
Loved this awesome response to a truly ridiculous piece from a bitter high schooler.

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Rob and I have two weeks before we get to spend time together again, so the weekend isn't that exciting for me, but I have plenty to do for the next few days. After travelling so much over the past month or so, I'm really looking forward to a few days of relaxing and recharging. What are your plans for the weekend?

Happy Friday! Being a little under the weather has also made me feel a little anxious. I ate a lot of junk food, but managed to go to bed early every night. You win some, you lose some!

[Monday snacks with my friend Erica.]

Some weekend reading for you:

Funny, Cute, and Pretty
This killed me--Boss Really Getting On Man's Ass About Finishing NCAA Bracket. I love The Onion.
How sweet is this little polka dotted background for your phone or computer? Nice and spring-y!
I treated myself to a new dress for Melissa's wedding this summer.
I love Maddie's blog--so sweet and creative.

Culture 
I loved this beautiful story about Hillary Thompson, an inspiring transgender skateboarder.
Almost fist-pumped while reading about the Westboro Equality House. Aaron Jackson, let's be friends.
Fantastic thoughts on the Stuebenville rape trial and our culture of rape in general: "I can't imagine doing anything to someone who is passed out, other than finding them a blanket and rolling them onto their side in case they puke."
This was a really beautiful piece about modern marriage.

Odds & Ends
This blog post about having a deaf dog resonated with me as Rocky's hearing has already said "see ya!".
Cool photos from a springtime snow in China.
I started doing this plan this week to get my butt in gear. It's kind of like having a coach.
My friend Jackie has a cute stationary shop--but I also love this banner she sells.
I love reading people's "Currently" posts--read Robyn's here!
Have you checked out Feedly? I love it! I don't even care that Google Reader is discontinuing anymore!

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I'm off to Northern Virginia after work today to hang out with Rob and his brothers--he got in yesterday and I can't wait to get there! I'm also hoping to say hi to and get coffee with a few friends while I'm in town. What do you have planned this weekend?

Happy Friday! Less than two weeks until spring!

[This is so not a favorite. But it works, and I've been battling a sore throat all week.]

Here are some links for you this weekend:

Cute and Hilarious
Love these dogs. "We'll just wait here for you!"
Goats Yelling Like Humans
Betsy did a Seven Little Quirks post like mine and I loved it! Do you have one? I want to know your quirks!

Culture
A hopeful read: Prominent Republicans Sign Brief in Support of Gay Marriage
This broke my heart at first, but I was so happy to see that update when I went to re-read the article yesterday.
Anne Hathaway: In Defense of the Happy Girl
Loved this woman and was so irritated with the interviewer: 10 Questions for Katrin Himmler
The Tyranny of the Queen Bee: this made me wish I were still writing my thesis!
Enough Feisty Princesses: Disney Needs an Introverted Heroine

Pretty Things
These photos are dreamy. Thanks for bringing this to my attention, Sam!
Shannon's blog is so sweet.
I bought myself this sequined collar this week and it's gorgeous! I can't wait to wear it, maybe this weekend. (EDIT: I wore it today! See?)
My friend Eliza just opened a shop full of sweet rugs and other housewares. Pay her a visit!

Literary Stuff
Writers and Kitties. I think it's sweet that Ernest Hemingway makes so many appearances on this blog.
The top ten grammar myths. I love Grammar Girl so much.

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I'm looking forward to picking Rob up at the airport tonight and spending the weekend together! What about you?