Yosemite on my Mind

My mom and I are planning a little trip to Yosemite this summer. (!!!!!)  It's a destination that has been on my list for a long, long time.  In fact, I can still clearly recall an Ansel Adams print of Half Dome hanging in the home of family friends--a memory that dates back to 1991.  I was 8.

As is often the case, now that I'm serious about going, "Yosemite" seems to be everywhere.  Links, people who've been, books, articles, and photos just keep popping up all over the place.  (Someone once told me this is called "top of the mind consciousness".  I guess it's a marketing term.)  Of all the resources that I've run across lately, this video has definitely made an impression.  It's both terrifying and amazing--to such a degree that my palms were sweaty after the first time I watched it. 

Warning:  If you're scared of heights, this video is probably not for you.



See what I mean?
♥, Molly

Look Both Ways

This video shows the organized chaos also known as "traffic" in Ho Chi Minh City.  Although we didn't get a chance to visit HCMC, Hanoi bears a striking resemblance.  Crazy!


by Rob Whitworth as seen on The Occasional Traveler

♥, Molly  

Remembering Japan

One year ago today, Japan was reeling from an earthquake -- turned tsunami -- turned nuclear disaster. It was one of the worst tragedies in the new millennium.

This video doesn't shy away from the terror of the moment and the horror of the first days. But even in the awful aftermath, the film shifts focus and brings hope to the forefront. It is a beautiful tribute to the people of Japan who who are fighting hard to rebuild what they love.



Japan-I'm still thinking of you.
♥, Molly

The Most Insane Garlic Breath

 . . . you've ever had, is only seconds away.  1 head of garlic, 10 seconds, knock yourself out.


How to Peel a Head of Garlic in Less Than 10 Seconds from SAVEUR.com on Vimeo.


♥, Molly

Have Fun Storming the Castle

Sometimes when you grow up on a certain movie, it has a special little spot in your heart--even when you openly acknowledge that from a more discriminate perspective it's not really that cool. For me, Princess Bride, in all its slapstick humor, happens to be one of those classic films.  I associate it with so many great quotes, so many great scenes, and so many great slumber party memories.  Apparently the cast got together this summer for their 25th year reunion; apparently I just couldn't resist sharing this pic.  It makes me happy.

 from Entertainment Weekly

♥, Molly

P.S. If the casts for Anne of Green Gables, Full House,  Home Alone, or Hallmark's Sarah Plain & Tall ever host reunions, I'll probably be posting photos of that on here, too.  Just warning you.

My Swiss Wish

Wish I may,
Wish I might,
Go to Whitepod,
Stay the night.

I was intrigued when I read "charming village," "ecotourism," "heart of the Swiss Alps," and "ultimate mountain escape for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike."
I was hooked when I saw the photos . . .









All images are screenshots from here.

What a perfect winter wonderland!
♥, Molly

what i secretly want . . .

BIIIIG hair.
winehouse. bardot. streisand. sjp. adele. you name it, i probably want it.

Source: Hair Romance

having short hair makes me jealous in all these weird sorta ways...
♥, molly

Murmuration

Murmation: a collection of starlings 

This has been popular on the internets for awhile now.  If you haven't already seen it, you should.

Murmuration from Sophie Windsor Clive on Vimeo.

♥, Molly

my sentiments, exactly.

sometimes, i want to do this to my students.

their father, photographer jason lee, has a whole blog full of crazy photos he takes of these two little sisters. pretty cute.

♥, Molly

Flying Machine

a birthday video for my brother who used to make cool things. like robber traps and stuff.


originally found here  via cool hunting

♥, molly

Malls of Dubai

“You got big ones, small ones and all of them are awesome.”

(Link to YouTube)

Another controversial internet teen sensation. Watch out Rebecca Black, you've got a rival in the UAE!

♥, Molly

Beluga + Mariachi Band = Cuteness

Although I'm not pleased to see this little guy confined to a glass cage, I am glad to know that he appreciates a good mariachi band when he sees one.

♥, Molly

Happy Birthday Dad & Wendy!

If I had a 'family birthday month,' August would be it. There are special dates on the calendar for the step-mom, the mom, the grandma, and the dad. Today happens to be the birthday of the dad. Happy Birthday, Dad!!


"Working on the Farm" from the talented This Paper Ship

This print is a birthday gift for both the dad and the step-mom. (Sorry I wasn't home to frame it and deliver it in person! I hope it's arrived in the mail by now!) The instant I saw it, I thought of them--they both love to garden and they both love each other. Every time I glance at the illustration, I get these very same impressions. Plus, in real life they look extremely similar to the cute little cartoon couple--boots, basket, cowboy shirt, smirk and all.

Wishing you good things all year and especially on your birthday(s)!
♥, Molly

Theater Clouds by Elly Mackay

I was wandering through Etsy when I stumbled across this dreamy little shop. The artist, Elly Mackay, photographs her unbelievably beautiful three-dimensional paper theater art.


This is my favorite. Probably because this is one of my very favorite books.






Incredible, no? You can read about the way she makes these images right here.

♥, Molly

Move. Learn. Eat.

Sharing a little travel inspiration for this week's link love.

MOVE from Rick Mereki on Vimeo.

LEARN from Rick Mereki on Vimeo.

EAT from Rick Mereki on Vimeo.

♥, Molly

Blast from The Past

Both my mom and my grandpa recently sent me photographs from a few years ago. I love how they're all of me doing what I've always been able to do well: Enjoy summer!





The pictures reminded me of the work of a rather interesting photographer, Irina Werning. Her "Back to the Future" series is both quirky and cool.


Pancho from Buenos Aires (1983 & 2010)


Flo, Maria, Dolores (1979 & 2010)


Nico in Buenos Aires (1983 & 2010)


Mechi in Buenos Aires (1990 & 2010)


Flor, Male, Sil (1983 & 2010)


Marita & Coty (1977 & 2010)

What I'm most fascinated by in all of these pictures is the clothes. How did they find such accurate big kid versions? If you're interested, head here to see more of her "Back to the Future" work. (Just to warn you--there's a few kids who are not completely dressed, hence . . .)

♥, Molly

P.S. I also think the fast forward fifty years version of this pic would be pretty awesome. Ha!

Uncle Chip, Uncle Roger, Aunt Karen, my dad, Aunt Linda

a favorite.

the first time i saw these my jaw dropped. and the second time... and the third time...
i think they might be some of my favorite photographs of a long time.






aren't they just amazing?
please head here to see the rest of sebastiaan's work.

♥, Molly

A 'Wowza' Way to Start the Day

Oh my. This looks like too much fun.

BSS | Breakfast Interrupted from Bruton Stroube Studios on Vimeo; originally found on design crush

♥, Molly

...World in a Bubble...

Washington DC, USA

New York, USA

Copenhagen, Denmark

Gdansk, Poland

Geiranger, Norway

Philadelphia, USA

Chicago, USA

Cappadocia, Turkey

Brandenburg Gate, Germany

Such a fun and happy series--not to mention a completely awesome idea. Tom Storm is pretty genius.

♥, Molly

Silliness Vid

Thought it might be kind of nice to end the week on such an absolutely silly note. [Pun intended.]


He he!
-m.