// Things I Love Thursday v.174

♥ this is 100% accurate. ♥

♥ this. you're welcome. haha! ♥

♥ this adorable gif ♥

♥ this is a gorgeous building ♥

♥ these tattoos are lovely ♥

♥ this matte black office is everything ♥

♥ THIS! ♥

♥ love this quote ♥

♥ this is the first piece of art for baby flynn's room! we love it ♥

♥ i'm obsessed with this amazing packaging. ♥

♥ this! i would totally live here ♥

// D.C. launches first ever transgender respect ad campaign. Love this SO much!

// Do you knit?! Want to save a precious little creature?! Knitters are wanted for penguin pullovers... to help them in rehabilitation. You can ship from anywhere in the world and they even provide a knitting pattern for you! SO rad!  Actually don't do this! Apparently they had an overwhelming influx of penguin sweaters and 15,000+ won't ever see the light of day. Yikes!

// I feel like I only ever link to Carrie Anne's maternity style posts, but she's just so dang adorable! I love this most recent one especially! Pink and beige... and that scarf :D

// 18 things highly creative people do differently. 

// Super simple banana bread. I plan on trying this recipe because last time I made banana bred, the top/inside was still soggy... even though I baked it for (a little bit longer) than suggested.

// Joelle's post about anxiety is one I totally suggest you read.

// 17 things you learn from growing up in the south. This seemed to really anger a lot of commenters on the article... but then again what article doesn't?! I'm just going to say this: I've lived in the south my entire life and *yes, yes, yes!* haha 13-15 especially.

// Wishlist Wears: squaring is caring dress // this one piece bathing suit reminds me of the uniforms from two broke girls // no clue how/where i'd wear this, but this lace fan is gorgeous // embroidered lace + this sunshine yellow = perfect dress // this nautical skirt // the perfect summer sandal

// 17 shocking food facts that will make you question everything.

// I saw the macarons in Karen's latest post and instantly had a killer craving for them. I've gotta learn how to make those pesky things!

// Unpopular opinion: Being a spoiled gen-Y stereotype has made me a better mother. I thought this was an interesting perspective, and I'd love other opinions!

// Foodie Finds: top 10 best chicken recipes (i might have dreams about the caprese chicken) // old fashioned banana pudding // baked potato soup - crock pot recipe // tomato basil mozzarella salad // tuscan chicken skillet

// 5 things to not say or do to a pregnant woman.

// Why I love being single.

What are you loving this week?