Hump Day Distractions

hehe.

Hello and welcome to the hump my merry friends! I'm ready to hustle right through to the other side of this week so check out these goodies from around the web and then let's get to it! 

* One of my favorite week night desserts is some Fat Free Cool Whip and fresh strawberries with sprinkles (for a little crunch!). THIS recipe is like the grown up, not healthy version of that!

* Or ya know maybe it's ok to occasionally miss a call or text?! THIS just seems a bit much to me.

* Jim Carrey nails it.

* Once upon a time, they were babes...

* Ready to tear up watching a commercial aimed at Dads?

* And while we're talking about Dads, this one is the man!

* These pots crack me up, think I just might have to make em.

* Get ready to have your Disney Princess loving mind BLOWN.

* This guy is Dr. H's idol. I think he's mine too. Way to go guy.

Conquered.

Dream it.

Catching up after an amazing Princess-tastic weekend with Sis (with a ridiculously sweet surprise-appearance from chEAR squad superstars Dr. H and J... because we've apparently got our very own Prince Charmings!) so I'll be back in full swing tomorrow. Until then:

* be grateful you don't work with THESE people

* too freakin adorable

* definitely going to try making THESE

* I'll never forget you Egon.

So this is love...

Dearest Dr. H-

Thank you for loving me, for letting me love you and for making every moment of my life feel like something out of a Disney movie. Here's to a million more kisses, shared dreams and big wishes... and of course, our very own happily ever after.

Much love,

Your Merry Meri

(image sources 1,2,3,4)

Hump Day Distractions

Yeeeaahhh buddy!

Is it strange that I find today's forecast of 90 degrees and sunny to be absolutely THRILLING!? Summer weather appears to be back in full force so this cubicle-bound girl has just crossed all her fingers and toes that the heat lasts until the weekend. Also, am I super lame for talking about the weather so often? Who cares, I lurve me some summer sun! Here to get us all over the hump are some delight distractions from around the web. Happy clicking!!

* John Steinbeck's 1958 letter on love transcends time.

* A fascinating slideshow documenting the impact Mayor Bloomberg has had on New York City.

* This braided crown looks adorable and easy to execute - that's my kinda hairdo! (via ExPress-o)
* MUST.WIN.THIS.NECKLACE!!!!!!!

* Some of THESE photos are in fact pretty damn awesome.

* Too much time on his hands or Vine video genius?

* Dinner tonight.

* THIS article has been making the rounds on my Facebook feed. It applies to everyone (not just parents!)

* A simple, sweet way to make your party balloons look pretty.

* If Disney Princesses had Instagram. Freakin brilliant!

* Some awesome prank inspiration.

Hump Day Distractions

My milkshake brings all the...

Here we are, just chugging along somewhere between Monday and Friday, am I right? I've got a most-favorite ladies trip to Atlantic City comin' in hot this weekend, so I'm pretty much just staring at the clock waiting to hit the road. Here to help us all pass the time are some delightful distractions of the internet variety. Happy clicking!

* THIS seems to confirm that the dudes in Mumford and Sons are pretty awesome...

* When uber-geek meets uber-rich, this wedding is what happens (be sure to click the link to see the photo slideshow!)

* A simple and adorable way to cheer up your votive candles for a party.

* A devoted four legged friend will go with you anywhere, even the bathroom?

* Dr. H... the war of the beard wages on (am I winning!?)

* Mother's occupation? Princess of the United Kingdom of course.

* SF to NY in under 1 hour. Do you think THIS really could happen? (via CapitalHillStyle)

* Creamy Caprese Quinoa Bake, since you folks can't get enough of these quinoa recipes (on Pinterest HERE)

* Some pretty fantastic advice on turning 30 from Olivia Wilde.

* THESE photos will blow ya mind.

* A totally awesome panhandler prank (for anyone who has ever rode public transportation).

Kate the Great

Smile and wave.

Let's all take a moment to discuss the utter perfection that is Kate Middleton. Ever since the morning I woke up early to watch a commoner become a princess (a feat which she executed with such stunning poise and grace that the whole world was in awe) I've been one of the many American admirers of Kate the great. Kate who shops at Top Shop and does her own cooking. Kate who accepted a highly scrutinized life in the public eye with little ability to build her image as she sees fit the way most celebrities are afforded.

Kate exudes elegance...

Lovely in lilac

And warmth...

Hug it out girl.

And so much love for her prince.

The look of love..

This week Kate managed to wow the world again, appearing less than 24 hours after GIVING BIRTH, looking ever the vision of beauty and emotional new motherhood. She even did women the world over a favor by showing off her post-baby bump, something many celebrities hide (eghm Kardashians) until they've dieted it away.

Beautiful Family.

So thank you Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, for living out the Disney dream with such perfection. Many congratulations on the birth of your son!!

And on a completely unrelated note, before you head out for the weekend, click HERE for images of true love that will tug at your heart strings. 

I couldn't even stand to look at you...

Something "popped up"!!!

Well not you exactly, but my computer screen. Allow me to explain. You see yesterday I suffered what I believe was Meri's First Migraine (awwww). It started with a weird blur in my vision in the morning right around when I normally finish and publish my posts. A fuzzy, achy head and bizarre intolerance for bright light followed... I managed to eek out a full work day (important deadlines loomed) by doing this:

Attorney Chic.

Good thing I had such totally work appropriate sunglasses with me right? Anyway, I barely made it through work, didn't once browse on Pinterest (now you know my head was achin') and I apologize for leaving you Meri-less for the day (hopefully not merry-less!?!) One gem that did come from my inability to hear loud noises or endure bright light though, was that I relaxed by listening to Disney's Sleeping Beauty soundtrack (isn't that what all adult women do when they want to feel better!?) and thankfully felt well enough to look up THIS:

Princess Aurora

That's Mary Costa, also known as Sleeping Beauty. How gorgeous right!? Turns out many of the voices behind my favorite princesses come from ladies with strikingly princess-like features (Cinderella played by Ilene Woods and Snow White played by Adriana Caselotti below... Check out more HERE!)

So now that I've provided a very long-winded and Disnified excuse for my absence yesterday...

HAPPY FRIDAY & HAPPY FIRST DAY OF SUMMER!!! 

Here's hoping your weekend is filled with "sweetness and light"!!!

Sweetness & Light... so damn clever (& adorable!)

Hump Day Distractions

So true.

The hump is here!! Are you ready to distract yourself with a whole buttload of interesting, adorable, funny, tasty and pointless-yet-awesome links? Enjoy!!

* Brings new meaning to "rise and shine"!!!

* THIS is pretty much a checklist for my junior high school existence.

* Always wanted to take a crack at homemade tzatziki.

* Not so humble brag - Did you watch the Grammy's? Well remember this post about this Lumineers from May and this post about Mumford's new album Babel from November? Merry Meri, musical taste maker at your service :)

* No real purpose, but definitely adorable.

* As a chronic "run late-er" THIS was an interesting read.

* Taking "princess for a day" to the extreme (I love Disney and all, but THIS is... wow).

* As usual, turtles say it best.