Just a few images from this last weekend! Kyle and our friend Allyn did very well at their triathlon, and I had a wonderful time cheering for them, wishing friends a happy birthday, taking some tantalizing food photos and doing some much-needed work clothes shopping with KP.

Today’s manic monday is pulled directly from my Google Reader, one of my favorite ways to view blogs and a great cataloging tool for inspiration.

• How to give a great compliment from Yes and Yes. It’s hard to take a compliment well, also!
• After a short sewing session with my mom last Friday, I am inspired to make this pencil skirt from C&C.
• The mixed up artwork from this home in Vienna is so great! Loving the stuff featured on Decor8 lately.
• Hand-written brand identity from the very talented Kathleen of Braid.
• Spiced Bourbon Apple Pie from A Beautiful Mess- don’t mind if I do.

• This gorgeous video has me itching to do a large-scale painting or chalk drawing. Via Beautiful Type.
• A good reminder from BrandiGirlBlog.
• Some very open and honest tips about starting new and launching new projects from Oh My, Handmade Goodness. Featuring a favorite quote of mine!