Friday Fave Five

Suzanne at Living to Tell the Story hosts this carnival every Friday for people to list their five favorite things for the week.

This week I'm feeling rather skippy (is that even a proper adjective?) for a variety of reasons which span the gamut of good things to be grateful/thankful/hopeful/peaceful for and about. And I'm in a mood (and therefore apt to talk about things I normally wouldn't). So bear with me! What is to follow is a right regular smorgasbord of things I'm thankful for:

#1 - Ok, I never talk politics around here (on purpose). You simply won't see it because I think that putting politics in the way of relationships is a bad move. I definitely have my preferences and my firm convictions, but I have a few friends that stand on the opposite side of "the line" and it's not worth (usually) going into particulars and who said what, when, and who wants to change the world in what way.

That disclaimer aside, I've been snickering into my sleeve the past week because of the question that has been floating around cyber space: HAVE scientists been honest about global warming? Even CNN has the article posted under their "politics" banner and not the "weather" which should indicate something to someone (somewhere...just sayin').

I've stated my beliefs about "Going Green" before. And my opinion has remained unchanged. As a stickler for honesty in reporting, and having a family friend (a climatologist) being rather ruthlessly condemned (viciously so) for questioning global warming....I smile.

* Ok, ok, Carrie stops talking politics. You're safe now. It just feels like the vindication of a friend - which is definitely something I'm grateful for!*

#2 - On a totally different track there's THIS pretty sterling silver locket from Emma Parker & Co, reasonably priced ($25):

Or this one (I like it too, uh, very much!):


(I'm not much of a jewelry fan. At all, really. But lockets make me feel all Anne of Green Gables-ish.)

#3 - An a totally different (quite literally) note...there's this song:



Bookworm1 has been watching this video on Youtube, laughing and working on memorizing it (just great, huh?) this week. It's kinda funny. But by January I'm sure I'll be ready for something else. So much for the sacred!

#4 - This book:



I wrote a review of The Christmas Secret (which you can go read if you'd like) in which I stated how perfect it was for the season which we are entering into. I LOVED it! If you are looking for a good Christmas read, I recommend that one! ***The publisher has generously offered to give away a copy since I published the review initially so if you leave a comment on that post, I'll enter you into the contest!***

#5 - IT'S BACK! But this time it's being hosted by Nesting Place:



My calendar IS marked and I'm wild with anticipation! Jennifer got me engaged with this last Christmas and it was so fun that I'm looking forward to touring again this year. Won't you join in? To find out more about the Christmas Tour of Homes, CLICK HERE. And then spend some time browsing Nesting Place which has to be the most awesome home decor blog I've ever seen, full of great tips for decorating your own home this Christmas season. Awesome stop!

In the meantime, enjoy your weekend!

Blessings,
Carrie