1.)  How to stop yourself from crying (via Cup of Jo) is certainly a tip that I will try next time I am about to cry inapproprately. -Farrell

2.)  Art does heal: scientists say appreciating creative works can fight off disease (via The Telegraph) Can’t argue with that!  -Lauren

3.)  Little ways to make a long-term relationship feel awesomely new (via Hello Giggles) might not have all the answers but after 9 years I am happy to say that we do most of these things. -Farrell

4.)  Transparency (via Pennyweight) is a touching post on how our lives can come across online much more flawless than they actually are; there is always more to a story than what we see.  -Lauren

5.)  What is your real birth name? (via Bitecharge) This quiz is totally ridiculous and comes out of nowhere with the name that you were actually supposed to be given at birth. My REAL birth name is Faith. Go figure. -Farrell

6.)  How to Find Happiness in Today’s Hectic World (via Barking Up the Wrong Tree) talks about the downfall of many choices, why wanting what’s best might not be and the power of gratitude.  Well worth the read!  -Lauren

photo via How Two Live

FEELING tired after my travels and having a hard time getting back into the groove at work.

TRYING to beat my Tuesday morning headaches. What gives?!

LOVING that I return back home to sunshine and the ocean.

RECOVERING from a winter sickness that had me down for the count for most of the last couple of days.

LISTENING to The Tim Ferriss Show podcast and trying to soak up all the wisdom of his guests.

MISSING my phone calls with Suz; there’s so much I’d want to tell her.

1.)  Longevity Pills (via Motherboard) The fountain of youth is no longer a fantasy.  Five Noble prize winners have backed up a new pill that is being designed to help you live longer.  -Farrell

2.) theSkimm’s Guide to Net Neutrality (via theSkimm)  Get the skinny on the situation in about as long as it’ll take you to skim this blog post.  -Lauren

3.) Day Trip to the Salt Terraces – and Pisac Market (via mr + ms Globetrotter)  These picture capture Peru so well.  I have never been to a more stunning country and one that has so much to give.  The salt terraces were something I missed on our trip there as I was suffering from self-diagnosed dengue fever, so I am living vicariously through these photos.  -Farrell

4.) 10 Things You Need to Know Before Dating the Outgoing Introvert (via Pukermob)  I knew I’d identify with much of this list just by reading the title; then a friend brought it up to me before I’d had the chance to read it.  #4!

5.) Staging of eating ice cream as told by babies (via YouTube ) was not originally as funny to me as it was to my friend who was watching it with me.  But since then, I haven’t stopped thinking about these hilarious babies eating ice cream and all that they go through. It’s too funny!  – Farrell

6.) Makeup Artist Approved Products From Your Local Health Store (via Cupcakes and Cashmere)  I’ve tried a lot of Burt’s Bees products and overall I’m not a huge fan but I’d definitely give these others a go.  -Lauren

photo by Baldovino Barani

MAKING lists of all that I need to organize and pack before I head to Costa Rica at the end of the week!

DREAMING of all the laughs, chats and good times I am about to have with my dearest friends.

ANTICIPATING time in the sun, jungle and ocean.

 WORKING outside in the most charming coffee shop courtyard.

THRIFTING like it’s going out of style.  Can’t keep myself away from weekly trips to every area thrift shop out here.

AWAITING the next episode of StartUp Podcast.  It’s my latest favorite.