Things You Should Know About

I spend a lot of time on the computer reading blogs and searching for creative inspiration. I love to read about everything from leadership and HR happenings to nutitional info and craft ideas but my favorite thing to read about is baking.

I figured, since I love these things so much, I would share them with the rest of the world (and by "the rest of the world" I mean all four people that will read this.)

Beyond [the Plate] This is my favorite foodie blog at the moment. The writer, Danielle Tsi, calls herself a "curious eater." Her blog features some stellar recipies but the reason that I really love it is beacause Danielle spends a large amount of time telling the stories of independent farmers. She also has some beautiful photography.

Jennyffer Maria My friend Nicole introduced me to Jennyffer's art a few weeks ago. Occasionally she will have a sale on her Etsy site and if you purchase a blank moleskin notebook from her she will draw whatever you want on it. I couldn't think of anything specific that I wanted on my notebook so gave her a list of words (beards, squirrels, nature, flowers) and told her to create whatever she wants. This is how my notebook turned out. She is amazing! Jennyffer also has a store on Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/shop/jenyffermaria?ref=pr_shop

Jon Acuff Jon Acuff is pretty much as funny as it gets. I always read his blog, Stuff Christians Like, while I'm at work and it is not uncommon to have coworkers stare and ask me what my problem is as I sit and laugh uncontrollably. I love his blog because he makes fun of goofy things that you typically see in a church- in a loving way of course. He also writes the occasional thought provoking post which creates a really well rounded blog. Some of my favorite post are:

Picking your favorite version of the Bible

Taking God seriously

Maintaining your faith while palying Words with Friends

Deep V-Neck Syndrom (DVS) and its sequal

Going beyond Deep V-Neck Syndrom

The Cynical Girl Laurie Ruettimann has been recognized by Forbes as one of the top 100 most influential bloggers. I love her because she really is cynical. Read some of her posts, like The Top 10 Reasons Your Boss Doesn't Like You, and you'll see what I mean. Besides the fact that she is entertaining she offers some good career advice. For example, did you know that respectful and powerful people DO NOT hang calendars on their office walls? Who knew?!

So, what are some of your favorite blogs to follow?