Today has gone something like this: Waking up in darkness in Paris and taking a cab to the Eurostar. Taking the Eurostar into London. Catching a cab to Heathrow. Flying from Heathrow to San Franscisco. Then, home. And with that, here are some of my favorite links of the week. Enjoy!
• I always get excited when I see a blog relaunch with a new design so I’m glad to see the best of the best collected in a new column from Pugly Pixel.
• The secret ingredient to success is often self-awareness.
• Here’s a treasure trove of color photographs from Paris taken in 1914!
• Freshen up your living space with this quick and easy pillow DIY.
• Designer Breanna Rose shares even more great web fonts.
• Gala’s Things I Love Thursday sums up our jaunts to London and Paris quite well. Oh, the hilarity of those Vine videos!
• What does it mean to live an inspired life?
• If you’re on the lookout for a healthier Valentine’s Day alternative, this box of sweets is for you!
• The Everygirl has some great debt reduction strategies.
• I am in love with these blinged-out crowns and best of all, you can make your own!
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