We’re settling in for the long weekend, and there are few articles and things which have caught my eye on Facebook over the past couple of weeks that I hope to have a better look at if I can grab some spare time.  Here they are in no particular order:

• This comment from Pope Francis on journalism as a ‘weapon of destruction’, while reflecting on three pillars of authentic journalism to a group of 400 Italian reporters.

• It isn’t new I think, but I really like this slideshow which lists the names of the plants in the pots, and the best environment for each display. Better Homes and Gardens – Great Containers for Gardening.

• Haven’t watched this yet, Bruce Springsteen on the Late Show, looks like it might be interesting.

• This talk by journalist Marion Fernandez-CuetoMarion Fernandez-Cueto, given at an Edel Gathering (a conference of Catholic women) a couple of years ago continues to inspire people so I figure I’d better have a listen.

• I need to do something about the pantry again, and the Reject Shop is cheap, so I’m hoping this can help me.

• Lifehacker has this cool chart explaining where everyone fits on the extended family tree, ie. who are second cousins once removed?

• Did you know that one of the greatest magicians ever was a religious brother? Me neither.

• I generally want to get caught up on Hayley Stewart’s blog Carrots for Michaelmas, and Rhonda Hetzel’s Down to Earth – both are excellent.

• Another website I discovered and want to have a better look around at is The Micro Gardener.

Have you got anything up your sleeve for rainy day/long weekend/wait in the doctor’s surgery or hairdresser? A book you’ve saving to read, movie to watch, or stash of online links like me?