The Link Up: The Chocolate Chip Cookies That Brian’s Made 3 Times, Ryann’s Favorite Drama Series, & A $30 Back Massager

Happy Sunday folks. Can you believe in a little less than two weeks it’s gonna be May?? Hopefully, this means we are that much closer to hugging and squeezing our loved ones, but until then we hope the link up can act as a virtual hug. Let’s get to it:

Today’s home tour is brought to you by Architectural Digest. Lately we’ve been drawn to pattern and color way more and this home tour represents just that. Maybe it’s because we are in our homes all day and are bored of our surroundings or maybe we all are just ready for something new. Either way, we suggest hopping over and giving this eclectic NYC brownstone the attention it deserves.

From Emily: “So proud of my friend Joy for her new book series launch, and our kids are very excited to read them. Hoping for a signed copy – (by Ruby and Coco of course) also a kind warning to my friend – IF YOU DON’T GIVE ME A PRIVATE FACETIME TOUR OF YOUR NEW HOUSE YOU ARE DEAD TO ME.”

Also from Emily: “The chocolate chip cookies Brian has now made them ONCE A WEEK for the past three weeks because he craves them so much. Plus they are gluten-free (almond flour) and super easy. He used our new mixer and felt like quite the dad.”

From Veronica: “If you are a huge New Girl fan like me (looking at you, Ryann Miller!!), then you have to watch Max Greenfield’s homeschooling Instagram videos that he has been posting with his daughter. They are HILARIOUS, and I think he has a future star on his hands!”

From Caitlin: “I’ve been eating a lot of boxed Mac and cheese (read: I’ve exclusively been eating boxed mac and cheese) and after burning through all my Annie’s and Kraft, I finally had to turn to Muscle Mac. I had a few boxes in my pantry but had been kinda nervous about trying it out cause I thought it would taste weird…but OMG. Y’all, it was SO GOOD. It’s a little saltier than normal boxes but it has a TON of protein. If you’re a parent to a child who only eats beige foods (or, a grown adult who still only eats beige foods), I’d 100% recommend to help get a few more nutrients in :)”

From Mallory: “Every morning I change from my PJs to workout clothes in hopes that I’ll throw in a lil 8-minute abs or mini squat sesh in between my workday. Thus far, it’s a great strategy but I’m sadly low on workout clothes. I’ll probably order this sports bra, but is now the time to invest in a fancy one that will last me a long time too? Also my workout shoes are falling apart…so if you have good workout outfit recs comment them below! PLEASE I BEG YOU!!”

From Julie: “I never knew that it was this easy to make handmade gnocchi and I’m positive I could consume it every night when fried in this rosemary butter sauce.”

From Sara: “I recently splurged on a new chef’s knife, because of my recent surge in cooking. I decided it was time to get myself something that actually cuts through squash without endless frustration. This one, in particular, was recommended by both Bon Appetite and Epicurious, and so far it’s been a complete workhorse and the only knife I’ve been using.”

From Ryann: “If you have been putting off watching the greatest TV drama of all time, now is your chance to catch up. My boyfriend and I are rewatching which is probably why we have pasta night multiple nights a week. BEFORE you click the link can you guess what it is?? ;)”

From Jess: “I was having A TON of back and neck pain, so to get some relief I bought this $30 back massager and I LOVE it. It looks pretty crazy but it perfectly massages your trigger points. With 4.5 stars from over 6,700 people, it’s a no-regret purchase!”

From Boris (ok, from us on behalf of Boris): On Friday we ran a coupon on Em’s stories for 60% off of Farmer’s Dog, which is high-quality human-grade food, custom packaged for your pup. Boris loves it (“he’s just been sitting in the kitchen and staring at the counters” – Suzanne, Boris’ mom). In case you missed it, here’s the link to get the discount.

And in case you missed it, last week we introduced a new segment that is our happy hour chit chat. This week’s topic is hypothetical and completely up to interpretation: When we can interact again, do you think there will be a tendency towards facilitating monogamous relationships, or will casual interactions be thriving? There are no wrong answers so let’s dish:)

That’s all for now, but come back later for a tasty afternoon snack. xx

Opening Image Credit: Design by Roxane Danset and Pat Mahoney | Styled by Paige Wassel | Photo by Max Burkhalter | via Architectural Digest