Five Little Things

Hi, friends! The week has flown by, but there’s one thing that stood out to me, for some reason. Dessert. It’s been a week of ice cream and cold, no-bake treats — I guess I can’t complain, if that’s all I really remember from this week, right?

Here are Five Little Things I loved this week:

1. No-Bake Desserts

In case you missed it this week, I shared a recipe for Lemon-Berry Cheesecake Parfaits — actually, I first shared this back in 2012, to satisfy a cheesecake craving. The recipe and photographs needed some major updating, so it was a perfect excuse! What I love about this dessert is that it’s perfect for satisfying the cheesecake craving when you’re short on time (or energy) — plus, it’s perfect for summer berries. And did I mention that it’s got homemade lemon curd?

2. Urban Meets Baroque

Such a beautiful voice in an unexpected setting!

3. Pour Happiness

I stumbled upon this quote from Ralph Waldo Emerson this week, and it rings true.

4. Remember to Smile

A company projected smiley faces on London’s Parliament, visible from St. Thomas’ Hospital and all passersby. What an adorable reminder!

5. Piano Man

What happens when Billy Joel stumbled upon a discarded piano on a Long Island sidewalk? He makes music, of course!

Stay joyful, everyone.