Friday Favorites {8.3.12}

Happy Friday, everyone! I woke up especially thrilled today because at my doc appointment yesterday, I was given the okay to start bearing weight on my ankle. YAY! For the time being, I'm still wearing a boot and using crutches, but once I begin physical therapy, I'll start working towards walking on my own again. So far, it's been much easier than I was expecting, which I am incredibly happy about. My goal is to be able to walk completely unaided and drive by the end of August (in time for Nico's Pre-K orientation), which I think is completely feasible.

With my mobility back (sort of), I'm hoping we can get out and about a bit more over the weekend. Not sure what our plans are just yet, but I definitely wanna do something fun!

In other news, it's my baby brother's 22nd birthday today, so I have to give him a little shout out! Love you, Ross!

Have a great weekend, everyone!

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1. Here's a a song (and band) I'm really digging at the moment. 

2. This recent trip to Chicago has me itching to go back. It's been too long.

3. With this little tutorial, I can make my very own dreamcatcher!

4. Janel's put together a fabulous collection of Olympic-inspired art!

5. I've contemplated purchasing the Totally Rad! Actions for quite some time. I think it may be time to take the plunge.

6. Now that I'm able to stand, I have plans to start making home-cooked meals again (i.e. non-Costco food). At the top of my list is this recipe. YUM.

7. Loving this easy-to-make modular fort DIY. In fact, I may even have to make one for the littles.

8. Some great tips for encouraging creativity in children.

9. This has got to be the cutest kids room I ever did see!

10. Pretty much the coolest collection of baby clothes around (stay tuned for a giveaway later this month)!