This week was one where I spent a lot of time thinking. Anyone else ever have those weeks where life events can wrap you up in a serious amount of reflection? You may or may not be tired of hearing about it, but I have been moved by the popularity of the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. Six years ago, my Aunt was diagnosed with this
terrible disease and has fought it head on ever since, fighting to be apart of her two young children's lives in every capacity.
I love my family, but I would be lying if I said my aunt's illness has affected my everyday life for the past six years. For it is easy to remove yourself from tragedy when you're not staring it in the face day after day. So to all who have donated, whether it was $10 or $100 dollars, a very sincere thank you. Thank you for raising money and awareness for this heartbreaking disease, and selfishly, giving me the opportunity to reflect and pray on the delicate life not only of my aunt, but all of us. Tomorrow is never promised. My heart is broken in so many ways, but so full at the same time.
On a lighthearted note, here are a few links I'm loving this week.
- to eat: I don't know about you, but when I run out of leftovers, I run out of packed lunches. But at last, I found found a solve in this roundup! (ps - all options are vegetarian!)
- to decorate: doesn't this just seem like the most perfect bathroom decor? And let's face it, we all need a little encouragement sometimes. Get the look here.
- to give: Are dinner parties or trips to visit friends on the agenda? Check out these 10 creative hostess gift ideas.
- to shop: Recently I have been scrolling through the all the goodies at goodnight macaroon, a new to me shop. Check it out and let me know what you think. A few things I'm loving are this adorable button up, a floral shift, and this amazing statement jacket. Also picked up these booties - hello #majorsale.
