I’m so excited that it’s OFFICIALLY summer!  Trav and I are kicking off the season right with a weekend full of multiple concerts and visits with friends :)  Plus, this weekend is pride in SF, so the energy of the city will be extra-awesome!  But first, let’s check out some fun posts from around the web…

The most beautiful baby shower of all time.

Hilarious photos of people on roller coasters.

A pretty updo for girls with bangs.

Love this summery dress!

Nautical nails.

Which dry shampoo is right for you?

How to make a cute, affordable cake stand.

I’m loving this bracelet from Forever 21!

This looks like the best dessert ever invented.

Gorgeous home tour.

And just in case you haven’t seen it yet: 21 photos that will restore your faith in humanity.  (so sweet!)

What are you up to this weekend?  Got any big plans to celebrate the first weekend of summer?  Tell me about ‘em in the comments!

Last week at this time, I was devastated because I’d lost my wedding ring in a big dog park.  THIS week, I’m happy to report that my ring is back on my finger!!

(moments after getting my ring back)

After losing my ring, I put signs up in the park in the hope that if someone stumbled onto it, they’d return it to me.  I went back to the park with a metal detector and searched everywhere for my little ring with no luck.  Then I got a call from a regular at the dog park saying that someone had found it!

Days went by with no contact from this mystery person.  I started to worry that they weren’t planning on returning it to me at all.  But eventually, that amazing call came.  And on Monday evening, my ring was back on my finger!

Randomly cool side note:  the woman that found my ring married her husband on the same day that Trav and I got married last year!

I am beyond happy to have it back, and I am never taking my ring off AGAIN. :)

Have you ever lost something important to you?  Did you get it back?  Do you take your wedding ring off?

P.S. Happy first day of summer!!

Lovely readers, yesterday was THE WORST day ever.  I’ve heard plenty of stories over the years about women who lose their wedding rings and now I know first hand just how terrible it is…

(a very awkward picture of my now-naked left hand)

Remember how I’m trying to be better about sunscreen?  Yesterday, I slipped off my ring to apply my SPF.  Rather than placing it by our toothbrushes in our bathroom (like I usually do), I placed it in my bra.  I rushed out the door and drove across the city to a friend’s house to take care of her dog while she was away for the day.  I was in her backyard, her bathroom… all over her house, really.  THEN, I took her dog to a local dog park and played around for an hour or so.

I noticed that my ring was gone toward the end of my time at the dog park, but I assumed it was next to our toothbrushes in the bathroom because that’s where I ALWAYS keep it when my ring is off.  It wasn’t until I got home that I remembered putting the ring in my bra, and by then it was gone.

To be honest, I’m devastated.  We’ve looked everywhere.  I’m working with a ring finder to get him to bring a metal detector to the dog park, but there’s a chance that the ring isn’t even there.  There’s a part of me that’s still holding out hope that it will be found, but the other part of me feels like it’s extremely unrealistic.

Ugh… I’m sorry for the not-so-happy post this morning, but I try to keep the blog honest and this is all I can think about today.

Have you ever lost an important piece of jewelry?  Were you able to find it?  Any tips or tricks?  Please share them in the comments!

I don’t need to tell you how much time you spend at work. No matter what you do (unless you’re Ryan Gosling’s tailor) you probably wish your job was a little bit better.  Or cuter.

These accessories are guaranteed to make your day a little brigher, and all are under $100!

On Your Desk

These pencil and pen organizers have adorable hand-crocheted covers with hand-embroidered labels.

Show visitors to your bookshelf how wise (and stylish) you are with these ceramic bookends.

If you you geek out over colors, trivia, gadgets, or even keeping notes, this desktop office block is for you. Described as an “interactive daykeeper,” this calendar features black, heat-sensitive squares that fade away to reveal fun trivia facts.  It’s certainly a fun pop of color for your cubicle.

Accessorize Yourself!

This summery bow belt is reminiscent of Kate Spade but priced more like Forever 21.

Similarly pink, this oversized necklace from Anthropologie  will perk you up on afternoons when you’d rather be at lunch with friends.

Add a little whimsy to a plain white button-up with this elephant print top from ASOS.

How do you bring your personality to your desk space?  Do you like wearing bold accessories to stand out at work?  Sound off in the comments!

P.S. Tips on dressing for the office.

Spring has sprung, lovely readers!  And I’ve been noticing cute bird adorned accessories popping up everywhere.  Which reminds me of this hilarious clip from Portlandia.  (Do any of you watch it?)

It’s funny because IT’S SO TRUE! Why do birds make everything cuter?!

Here are a few bird accessories I’ve been lusting after…

This rainbow bird pillow would be so cute in a kid’s room.  (Or mine!)

I’m SO making a DIY bird bookmark!

This be free sparrow necklace is one of a kind!

This bird-adorned coin purse would be awesome for storing makeup on the go.

Are you a fan of bird accessories?  Which is your favorite above?  And do you watch Portlandia?