Friday!
I got some good news this week about something I’ve been worrying about every minute of every day for the past two and a half months. You know, the kind of worry that looms over you–even when you’re laughing, keeping yourself busy with work or rapt in conversation with other people. It just hangs there. No matter what you do you have a sound loop in the back of your mind that repeats, “Please don’t let the news be bad. Please let everything turn out OK.” Well, I found out that I don’t need to have a second invasive lady surgery and that something that might have been something scary has turned out to be OK. I’m so relieved. I imagine some of you can relate to what I’m talking about–regarding either yourself or a loved one. You’re not alone and I’m sending you positive thoughts and big hugs.
In celebration of the happy news and a renewed vow to live life to the fullest–I’ve finally decided to go for it and buy my dream bicycle this weekend. The fancy bicycle I’ve been obsessed with for nearly three years! Take that, credit card! It’s on. With spring now blooming, I am looking forward to taking this worry off my shoulders and enjoying long rides through beautiful, flower lined streets. Have a wonderful weekend! If you’d like a soundtrack for your own bike rides through pink cherry blossoms–here is a dreamy mix I made last spring called BICYCLETTE. ♡
➔ ➔ SOME VERY LOVELY LINKS…
♡ Don’t forget the sweet Love & Victory giveaway!
♡ I WISH I COULD GO TO THIS TODAY!! You’re hella lucky, New York!
♡ I have a set of these. LOVE them!
♡ Nice sandals!
♡ SUPER easy to follow Photoshop tutorials. DIY! YAY!
♡ I LOVE THESE SHOES.
♡ Pretty hair tutorial.
♡ Classics.
♡ I love this cute striped sweater.
♡ I want this pretty coral polish.
♡ Dreamy gift ideas for new moms.
♡ What a BEAUTIFUL top!
♡ I LOVE THIS.
♡ A sweet polka dot tank top.
♡ Good booties.
♡ Seriously–my new rose lip balm rules.
♡ I want all of these, please.
♡ Old NY. Sigh.
♡ So cool!
♡ GO ASHLEY!! YES.
➔ ➔ I HEART PDX
♡ COCKTAIL CAMP IS SUNDAY! Delicious and educational fun. More info & tickets.
♡ Beam & Anchor opens Saturday! They’ll be open 11am–6pm Tues–Sunday and closed on Mondays. YAY!
♡ Julianna Swaney has her lovely artwork up at Tilde right now!
♡ A fun art workshop and tea party coming up. READ MORE.
♡ Northwest Collective Sample Sale! Sat 4/21 10am–6pm & Sun 4/22 noon–5pm. 12 brands. Women and men. 50–80% off. 525 NW 10th. SEE EVENT.
♡ IDOM is now available online!
♡ The Wednesday Twin Peaks screenings with pie + coffee are SO FUN!
♡ THIS EVENT IS SOOOO GOOOOD.
Images above: Stills from Buster Keaton films. 1. with Sybil Seely 2. with Ruth Holly in Sherlock Jr. Watch his films! They’re incredible.
Yay! So glad. Healthy times ahead! I’ve vowed to get my bike fixed and to bring it to work for lunch time adventures.
YAY! That sounds fun.
happy for you, Jen, so glad to hear you had good news. have a wonderful spring and summer bicycling around :)
Thanks, Sheila!! I definitely will.
That’s great! Enjoy that bike, can’t wait to see what you get.
Thanks, Anabela.
I’m so glad that your worries have been lifted. I have something like that hanging over me now, so thanks for the love.
Sending you positive thoughts. You aren’t alone.
Really happy to hear that, Jen. Definitely a good reason to treat yourself!
Thanks, Kate!
I’m so glad to hear your good news!
Thanks, Melissa!
Yay! I’m so happy for you. Ride on!
Thank you, Summer!
That is great news! So happy for you, Jen!
Thanks, Esther!
This is the best news ever. You have just made my day. (-:
Awww… yay! Thanks.
fab news, jen — i’m so happy for you! and congrats on the upcoming bike purchase. pics, please! i can just see you biking through portland with your bicyclette soundtrack playing in the background (enjoying it right now!). :D
and hey, thanks for the kind mention. i’m so happy those tuts are useful. ♥
Thanks, Katrina. I’m so glad you liked the Bicyclette mix! And, of course. You’re site is so amazing. Thanks so much for what you do, lady. xo
Oh, I’m so glad to hear that you’re health is OK! What a scary thought. I’ve had something similar happen…describing that it looms over even when you’re laughing is THE BEST description. That’s exactly what happens. But happy to hear you’re worry free now. PS – love the feat. booties! Must-have!
Thanks, Karina! I hope everything turns out well.
So glad to hear what was worrying you turned out ok. Here’s to no more health scares & sunshine this weekend! Hope you have a good one.
Thanks, Jena! Cheers to that!
I’m am so so so so so happy to hear that! I’ve gone through some trying times health wise for the last few years so believe me when I say I COMPLETELY relate.
Sorry to see on twitter that you didn’t get the dream bike :(
I hope you still have the chance to get it eventually!
I absolutely adore all the photos you have included in this post! They are so lovely.
Thanks, Jade. I’m sorry you’ve had health woes. It’s so scary and feels alienating when you’re going through all the motions and trying to stay “normal”. Here’s to getting through all the nonsense! xo
Oooh, can completely relate. Congrats on being free and clear! It’s a good feeling…. I have a series of tests to go through over the next several weeks that sound very similar in nature, so I’ll take the good vibes….
Good luck with everything. If they’re the same tests I’ve been through over and over and over again–I’m so sorry. You’re not alone!! Remember to breathe and be easy on yourself.
Very, very good news! I completely understand the tension that causes.
Now, about the bike– will we see it? And I do love Buster Keaton.
Thanks, Leanne! So much tension. Sigh–Buster was a handsome one.
Good health is above all in life, so cheers to that!
Thanks, Sophia!
Happy for you to hear of your good news! What a relief. Enjoy the Bicyclette!
Thanks m’dear!
congrats on the good news and the weight that’s been lifted
Thanks so much, Alla!
Oh so very happy for you that everything is okay and your description is perfect for what it feels like when something is weighing on your mind – and I’m glad you are now free from that! And yeah on your bike! I think it’s really important in this stressful and crazy world that we all reward ourselves with something we really, really want when we can. Best!
Thanks, Kristen! I think it’s important, too. It’s easy to put off those things–life is short!
delayed response, but hurrah for your good news, jen!
Thanks, Mall! xo
Yay, Jen! So glad to hear about the good news.
Thanks, Kandace! It’s a big relief. So big.