What an awesome week!

My friends did an incredible job ensuring I wasn’t lonely this week, while Bo started his new job in New York City.

 

Between sunset evenings by the lake and impromptu dinner dates, there was barely a spare moment. The challenge really helped ensure that I enjoyed the week and am closing out the work week with enough energy for an early morning run even after a wine-filled girls’ night.

Do you all have great plans for the weekend? Since it’s supposed to hit 90 degrees in Geneva, my weekend plans involve lots of time cooling off in the lake and possibly taking a paddle board out for an adventure. Otherwise I hope to make some healthy treats for Wednesday’s flight to NYC (!!!) and catch up on some reading and movie watching.

Enjoy this week’s edition of Friday Favorites, including 10 recipes, articles, posts and other items that caught my eye this week.

We found out this morning that our temporary housing in NYC, during July and August, is literally next door to my accountability partner and best friend Theodora! What a fun coincidence since we didn’t even request that location!

Speaking of coincidence, it is included in this list of frequently misused words. I’m guilty of at least five of these! –> Thanks for sharing Tina!

Want to start running but don’t know how? Share this with any of your friends and family members who say they don’t know where to start!

After underestimating the strength of the sun last Sunday, my mom, dad and I all layered on Hawaiian Tropic After Sun lotion. Five days later none of us are peeling and the lightweight formula absorbs quickly without leaving me greasy and sticky!

Break the 2 Hour Half Marathon Mark is a great read for anyone training for a goal race, regardless the pace.

Mary and I have both told all our friends about this kale salad since making it together Tuesday night. I’ve given you fair warning – the dressing is so delicious you should make extra!

My Instagram and Facebook feeds are making me crave donuts in a huge way! If you want to celebrate National Donut Day, here are the best places to get your free donut today!

 

“Your body is not standing in your way. Only your mind is standing in your way”

This article reminds us that yoga is for all shapes and sizes!  –> I’m so glad she’s sharing her story and inspiring others!

I may have to whip this Spicy Red Pepper Feta dip up for tomorrow’s lakeside lounging session! I bet you even have half the ingredients already!

Since Trader Joes isn’t in Europe (yet) I especially appreciate these 7 recipes for Trader Joe favorites including their Greek yogurt guacamole!

Now it’s your turn! –> What are you loving this week?

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