We hit the Minnesota State Fair on Saturday afternoon and proceeded to have the most non-Paleo day in the world. French fries, fried cheese curds, roast beef sandwiches, hot apple dumplings with ice cream, buffalo chips, funnel cake-- thanks to some dairy pills and a tiny bit of self-restraint, I made it out in one piece. But there was plenty of food to be eaten and farm animals to befriend, and I didn't want to miss a bit.

We slept in on Sunday and woke up to a chilly morning, which was such a nice change after the 90-100 degree days we've been having here lately. I love this time of year no matter what, but it was a pretty good way to say goodbye to summer.

Wishing you a happy Labor Day.

Well, here it is. A whole month of photos of life lately, and they all take place in Minnesota. At times it feels as though August has just flown by, and at the same time I feel like I've been here forever. It's strange and sad that I haven't seen my dad or Rocky in a month, haven't gone to work in an office or gone out for dinner with girlfriends. But I have talked on the phone and Skype with so many people I love--much more than I did when I was in Roanoke, and I've run more this month than I have in a long time. And seeing Rob every day after a year of distance is kind of amazing. So here's to August. It was great.

1. My first grocery run for my new home.

2. One of the only times I have dairy: a whole milk latte when I'm out for breakfast.

3. I'm on the lease! Holding my new key.

4. Saw The Postal Service in St. Paul and it was incredible.

5. Dinner and drinks at Chino Latino with my mom, brother, and Rob.

6. My sweet mom at Modern Times Cafe.

7-8. Little peeks around the apartment.

9. Sean and Rob are such good friends and it melts my heart.

10-11. Took a day trip to Somerset, Wisconsin and saw Passion Pit play at Summer Set.

12. I know we're getting married and everything but we're like, dating now.

What did your August look like?

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Happy Friday! It's a holiday weekend, my birthday is on Wednesday, and tomorrow Rob and I are going to the Minnesota State Fair to pet sheep and eat everything in sight.

I have a list of links for you this weekend! Hope you enjoy.

Blogs and Things
I'm in love with Kelly Ann's new online space. And I love seeing Cave Girl on her Design page!
Just a few more days to advertise on Freckled Italian for 75% off (and enter to win some free ad space).
My soon-to-be mother-in-law went to Africa and took some awesome photos. I can't wait to see the rest!
Don't forget to enter to win this beautiful tote from the Moorea Seal shop!
Julia Child's My Life in France (pictured above) is just delicious.

Cute Things
This dress is so sweet.
I need a pair of big, chunky platforms like these.
Love these photos from Allison's wedding. Happy anniversary, you guys!
Just look at Tara's kitties! They're so pretty.

Culture and Society
Interesting piece on  polyamorous relationships.
This made me so sad. I can't imagine! People can be too mean.
Oxford English Dictionary Officially Updates Marriage Definition to Include Same-Sex Couples. That's right!
Sex Drive-In Opens for Business in Switzerland. I actually think this is fabulous.
11 Untranslatable Words From Other Cultures.

Food and Health
Yikes! 59% of the "Tuna" Americans Eat Is Not Tuna.
What Happens to the Brain When You Meditate. Rob and I want to try to make meditation a thing we do.
Coming Out of Whole30. I thought this had some really great tips. I've never done a Whole30 but I know people often struggle with making lasting changes once they've finished.

Other Stuff
25 Things That Get Harder After 25. Yes to all of these, already.
The most beautiful comic."To invent your own life's meaning is not easy, but it's still allowed, and I think you'll be happier for the trouble."
Sponsored: I've been working with Ice Mountain® over the past couple of weeks.  Check out their Facebook page here. It's been fun! Thanks for your support when I work with sponsors--it means a lot to me.

What are you up to this weekend? Anyone else headed to the State Fair tomorrow?