Happy Fourth of July weekend, yogis! What are you all up to? Any fun plans to celebrate?

I'm looking forward to relaxing, eating watermelon, cooking yummy brunches and dinners, and maybe even watching fireworks from on the water in our kayaks! :)

Here are some links from around the web:

Fun red, white and blue recipes I'd love to try: blueberry caprese salad, sparkling sangria, red velvet cupcakes, and cheesecake-stuffed strawberries.

Hilarious 4th of July t-shirts.

6 ways to help your pet survive the fireworks on fourth of July.

My new favorite post about social media by Rachel Brathen, @yoga_girl: #wtf

If you're a young yoga teacher and have ever thought, "I'm not experienced enough to teach," check out this Elephant Journal piece on svadhyaya, and the importance of going inward. Great read.

Unique BBQ ideas for summer.

Is it iced coffee weather where you are yet?

Also, in case you missed them, some of this week's posts on Alive in the Fire:

Yoga is an ever-changing practice.
Need a hug?
Yoga poses for when you're sad.
A short poem for self-investigation.
Meet Lauren, a badass yoga teacher and performing artist.

Hope your weekend is filled with fun shenanigans and surprises! Much love.