April showers bring May flowers and another edition of “Links I Love”. I have literally sifted through a couple of hundred links, gotten sucked down a few rabbit holes {and bookmarked some links to read later}, and found 13 links I loved enough to share with you, my friends!
Links You Should Bookmark…
The 10 Best U.S. National Parks Worth Visiting {JetSetter}
With traveling abroad up in the air {no pun intended}, many Amercian family’s summer vacations may be limited. If you live in the U.S., and live near one of these 10 national parks, then you can still enjoy a summer trip with the family.
13 Things You Didn’t Know About the Louvre {Conde Nast Traveler}
Did you know that painter Pablo Picasso was once accuse of stealing the Mona Lisa from the Louvre? Or that the Louvre was abandoned during World War II? If you have not been to Paris’s Musée du Louvre, which is one of the most famous museums in the world, then you just might find these little tidbits of information interesting.
11 Successful Women on the Best Career Advice They’ve Received {Camille Styles}
Everyone could use a little career advice, even if they already have a career. These 11 women, including the three pictured below, hive honest and helpful advice to any woman struggling to find balance in their career life.
{Pictured above, from L-R: Jaclyn Johnson, Founder and CEO of Create & Cultivate. Camille Styles, Founder and EIC of Camille Styles. Brooklyn Decker, model and actress.}
“Resiliency required. Probably even more timely now, I think understanding that challenges are par for the course when you set out on your own path. Careers have ebbs and flows and you can’t give up at the first sign of hard times.”
Jaclyn Johnson
These 6 Articles Will Boost Your Confidence {Girl with Curves}
Tanesha Awasthi has linked six really great articles in this post, so if you need a little boost in your confidence, then bookmark this link and ready a link or two when you need a little pick-me-up.
The Etsy Shops That Could Use Your Support RN {Not Jess Fashion}
I have shopped Etsy several times and have gotten some really cool gifts for family and friends, and even for myself. Jess has introduced me, and now you, to some very nice small businesses that could use your support during these lean times.
Soft & Chewy Butterscotch and Oatmeal Cookies {Adored by Alex}
I love to bake, and Alex has now put these delicious cookies on my radar. I’ve just checked my pantry and discovered that I have both butterscotch morsels and oatmeal! Guess I know what I’m making this weekend! Yummy!
Around the World in Cocktails and Spirits {The Blonde Abroad}
I’m not much of a drinker, unless it’s a refreshing Nola Mule, but a couple of these cocktails just find their way into my hand sometime this summer. The Caipirinha {pictured below, left} features a Brazilian spirit {cachaça} distilled from sugar cane. This cocktail balances sweet and sour beautifully.
The Aperol Spritz {pictured above, right}is a staple all over Italy. I first heard about it from comedian Heather McMahan, who loves a good Aperol Spritz. A proper Aperol Spritz is the color of an orange-hued sunset and is the perfect cocktail for a warm day.
Post-Quarantine Bucket List {A Pinch of Lovely}
This list is the perfect inspiration we all need to make our own post-quarantine bucket list. Lifestyle & Personal Style blogger Krystal Faircloth is based in Baton Rouge, La., has curated a wonderful list, and makes me want to join her on the patio of her favorite Mexican restaurant ALL DAY, sipping a refreshing drink and eating chips and salsa!
How to Make a PPT List {Create & Cultivate}
What’s a PPT list you ask? It’s a “People, Places, Things” list. Basically, it’s a list of the most important people, places, and things that you want to remember. It’s hard for me to explain {but such a wonderful idea}, so read this link to find out how you can start your own PPT list.
I Can’t Stop Influencing… {Cosmopolitan}
Grace Atwood, Founder of The Stripe, is one of my favorite bloggers and influencers. {I have totally been influenced by her a time or two!} But influencing is not just a hobby or side hustle for her. It is her job.
Read this link to find out why she can’t stop influencing, even during this pandemic, and then it might understand why some of your favorite “influencers” are still promoting certain brands or posting sponsored material on their social media channels.
Have You Met Florence Pugh? {ELLE UK}
I have to admit… I didn’t know who Florence Pugh was until I read this article. And I’ll also admit that once I pulled up her profile on IG, I kinda got sucked down the rabbit hole and fell in love with her. Can I just say, she’s my newest “girl crush”? Check out this link, if you don’t know who she is either, and see why this beautiful and stylish Brit is a “megastar in the making.”
How Romanov Emeralds Ended Up With American Princess Barbara Hutton {Town & Country}
T&C always has such interesting articles, and this one is no different. I had no idea who Barbara Hutton was, but if you have a fascination with royals, then you’ll enjoy reading this link.
THE HOOD INTERNET presents 1987 {YouTube via LiveLoveSara}
And finally, if you’re a child of the 80’s, then you’ll appreciate this YouTube video, featuring a mashup of some of my favorite, timeless classics. By the end of this video, you’ll find yourself singing along and maybe even tapping your foot to the beat!
Well, there you have it…
May’s edition of “Links I Love” may have only had 13 links, but I’m positive you will have found a link that you will want to bookmark for later.
Yours Truly,
Vanessa
