random link Friday – no kleenex needed today

No tears will be shed reading this post.

It seems based on comments, I have been causing a lot of happy tears lately. Thank you for so deeply sharing our joy with us. My friend Meg wrote a post recently about how much she loves the internet. I nodded my whole way through her post. So much good has come into my life because of the crazy world wide web.

Coffee consumption has increased around here. Little One is sleeping pretty good, but not through the night. It is funny how all of the sudden it feels like we have so many kids! Going from 3 to 4 wasn’t a big deal. But 4 to 5 – seems like such a big jump. I am sure a lot is related to being out of the ‘baby phase’ for a couple years and then jumping back into it. Don’t get me wrong – I love the change, I just have to relearn how to manage my time, what my priorities are and how to actually get all this laundry done!

I got to go to Target with FireCracker….and found inspiration for a super simple diy project to do over the weekend. I suppose that is a small step back into routine.

Little One’s first doctor appointment is today. I am dreading it, knowing it is just the first of so many to come. I wish I could keep her from all the poking and prodding, but I also know there are things that must happen in order for her to be as healthy as possible. We’ll make it – she’ll probably end up doing better than I will!

So….for your weekend enjoyment here are a few random links that make me want a little extra time to craft, because my mind is a bit mush to write a coherent post today….

Painter’s Tape DIY Contest Finalist on Design*Sponge – just so inspiring what they came up with

Sprinkled with Love birthday party by Kojo Designs – my birthday is in October, please someone throw me a party like this

“Bon Appetit” Cutlery tags – super cute free download

Colour Blocked Coasters on Poppytalk – simple, easy, and classy

Book Plates by Orange You Lucky – free download, adorable