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My parents and I decided to visit Sean at school on Saturday, so we packed a little picnic lunch, loaded Rocky into the car, and drove to Farmville to walk part of the High Bridge Trail together. Walking across the bridge is really awesome--it feels like you're on a boardwalk at the beach, but you're high above the treetops the entire time.

   

 Rocky got a little more than he bargained for and had to be carried at the very end, but he's still a sucker for a good walk.

  

After our walk and picnic, we stopped by The Bakery for some tea before heading back home. 

My roommates and I used to walk there from my college apartment all the time, so it's always nice to visit.

I've been to Farmville twice in two weekends! What a treat. 

It's hard to believe I'll be there once more next month for Sean's graduation.

When we got home we ordered Chinese food and my mom made us a martini.

A Saturday well-spent.

What did you do this weekend?

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?