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Let It Be Sunday!

July 24, 2016 by Joy the Baker 53 Comments

Let It Be Sunday!

I don’t much like the news this week.  I don’t much like it at all.  I’m tired of the Republicans yelling at me.  I’m tired of hearing people dissect all of the yelling that they did, as if I needed some sort of translation.  I’m preemptively shrinking away at the Democrats yelling at me because I don’t much want to hear or dissect that either.  This election cycle is just… is it over yet?  I’m not ambivalent I just don’t want all that’s being dished out. I want noise cancelling headphones and a trashy novel and really dark sunglasses.   

Here’s some of the Internet for you Sunday:  

•  Why Democrats and Republicans Literally Speak Different Languages.  Words and messages in these election times are very carefully crafted, with pointed partisan agendas woven into simple words.  One side uses the word ‘alien’ while the other uses the word ‘immigrant’.  Same concept, very different vibe.  Sure, this is nothing new… but do we really need further divisiveness in that way we interact and speak of and to one another?    

•  My parents and two caregivers took care of my grandparents at the end of their lives.  Those are hard years, months, and days.  Lessons in love and patience, and grace and selflessness and seeing their care was a deeply powerful message growing up.  Read this, about hospice caregivers:   A Tender Hand in the presence of Death

•  A very good weekend read!  An excerpt from Dave Eggers’ new novel:  Heroes of the Frontier.  

•  Is a child who is ‘old enough to ask for it’ too old to breast-feed?  No.  Yes.  Wait… how about you decide what’s best for you and the person you made with your body?  Sweet.  

•  It’s weird that we have to detail this sort of thing, but it’s important.  ‘Important’ in a relative sense.  ‘Important’ meaning it’s likely not all that important at all… you just don’t want to sound like an insensitive ass when other people are truly hurting.  How NOT To Mourn A Deadly Terrorist Attack On Social Media

•  Can Turmeric Heal Our National Inflammation? I mean… seems like an easy quick fix, right?  Worth a shot.

•  Let’s get out and play (and save on dollars):  9 Super Cheap Summer Friend Date Ideas

•  Put your food brain on this combination.  I think it has legs.  Let’s experiment soon! Watermelon Tomato Margaritas. 

•  This Muffuletta Pasta Salad  is ideal for your summer potluck excursions.  Meat and cheese and carbs and olives… so, go!  

•  I think at some point in 2009 I vowed I would never wear a halter top ever again.  I think I’ve changed my mind with this casual cool Amalfi Halter Dress from Ann Taylor.  Real quick though… what do I do with these boobs in a halter dress?  That’s what I haven’t quite figure out.  

•  This book is in my queue:  Sweetbitter.  Have you read it? 

•  I’m doing it up on Facebook Live and last week I made The Best Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies.  Join me every Tuesday afternoon! 

Enjoy your day!  We’re in it, amen! 

xo Joy

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  1. searedandshameless

    July 29, 2016 at 6:21 am

    that dress looks amazing! and gosh, the republicans are always yelling, but thank god there are cookies here to comfort me with!

    https://www.searedandshameless.com

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  2. Lyn Price

    July 28, 2016 at 11:48 am

    reading the opening line of your sunday post what came to mind is Dr. Seuss.
    wished the news was as light and fun as his stories.

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  3. Hannah

    July 27, 2016 at 12:58 pm

    If you haven’t already bought that Ann Taylor dress, you should do it now! It’s an extra 60% off the sale price. Just use the money you saved to buy the strapless bra of your dreams. :)

    xx Hannah // http://www.HomemadeBanana.com

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  4. Natalie

    July 26, 2016 at 2:04 pm

    Sweetbitter is so good! Grab some snacks, wine, and that book…you’re G2G…don’t judge me.

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  5. Sue from Pleasanton

    July 26, 2016 at 10:40 am

    I’ve found a nice strapless bra that works with my 38DD boobs. I’m 68, so need all the support possible. Hope you find one that suits you!

    Reply
  6. ellen king

    July 25, 2016 at 2:56 pm

    just jumping on the tumeric bandwagon myself. The article is hilarious and encouraging.

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  7. Rachel

    July 25, 2016 at 12:13 pm

    Joy, I was so with you re: halter dress but I bought that exact dress and wore it to a family wedding. LOVE it! I highly recommend. Enjoy!

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  8. Abby

    July 25, 2016 at 8:10 am

    I’ve been meaning to read Sweetbitter! I’m glad to hear all the positive reviews.

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  9. lydiaannecornell

    July 25, 2016 at 7:22 am

    “I want noise cancelling headphones and a trashy novel and really dark sunglasses” is my favorite line I’ve ever read on your blog.

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  10. Sally Wright

    July 25, 2016 at 6:38 am

    Joy, I love reading your blog. (I don’t always love reading the comments, people can be pretty harsh and cruel — — it would be nice just to show a little respect for each other). I want it to be over too – – there was so much ugly during the RNC (from the republicans and democrats), then we almost had a break, and now it’s starting again today and looks like a few more ugly days during the DNC. I’m going on vacation and disconnecting for a few days. Then, perhaps I’ll come home and cook up a few of your delicious recipes and add a couple of your interesting drinks, that can only help! Thanks for being fabulous!

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