Anyone else feel that the first week back after a long holiday weekend basically feels like three weeks crammed into one? We’ve definitely earned this Friday, my friends! This is our last weekend of quiet before holiday parties and travel begin to kick in so I plan on laying low. In case you’re planning on doing the same, I wanted to share a few things that are on my radar at the moment (perfect for browsing while in bed with a cup of coffee in hand!):

• I’m obsessed with Pocket and this article about the secret of read it later apps is spot on
• Amanda’s guide to Hayes Valley has me wanting to head over there this weekend and explore
• Choose to be grateful. It will make you happier.
• This rope-twist bun is super cute (and is actually way easier than it looks!)
• How good does this brussels sprouts + purple potato hash look?!
• It turns out money can buy happiness… but it all depends on how you spend it
• We have a red eye in a few weeks and hopefully these tips for sleeping well on a plane will do the trick
• Um, in case anyone wants to get me a gift… a subscription to Jeni’s Ice Cream’s pint club would definitely do the trick
• Why Instagram captions are the new blogging
• In case you’re looking for a solid Christmas playlist… Spotify has got you covered

And in case you missed it around here…

• 10 days of gift guides wraps up today with stocking stuffer ideas (see all of ’em here!)
• Sharing two holiday beauty looks – the classic & the smokey
• One of my favorite breakfasts ever, a noosa pumpkin parfait with homemade granola
• Your guide to a stress-free holiday season
• Have you heard of my photographer Tory’s portrait pop up? There’s still some spots for this Saturday’s event!

Have a great weekend!

* Photo from The Nest