I'd like to thank the academy...

Despite the fact that these ridiculously short days have me spiraling into a deep depression that has me avoiding the gym, eating carmel corn like it's my business and watching garbage on A&E instead of cleaning my house, I have actually come across my share of  exciting discoveries this week as well. Among them is the fact that the adorable Maria, author of the blog Layers of Meaning, has bestowed upon HMD the prestigious honor of "favorite blog" of the week.

I'd like to return the favor and have you all swing on over to Layers of Meaning and check out more of Maria's fabulous favorites. Among them?

Irene Jung's xmas list-worthy necklaces

 this adorable bud vase by Kate Spade,

and Lots of other goodies. Happy Friday.