Take a look at this adorable wedding invite from two dear friends. Isn’t it so creative? Their wedding is going to be one heck of a party!
My trip to Portland was so lovely. We ate amazing food, went out dancing, and did some great shopping. I’ll be sharing photos and stories later this week. Happy Monday!
Here’s a heartwarming, happy song for your Friday, from Imagine Dragons.
I’m heading out to Portland today for a dear friend’s birthday. Eight girlfriends, coffee, cocktails, lots of dancing, and sequins. Perfect for my plan to make the time pass quickly!
Happy weekend! xo
(p.s. How precious is this version of today’s song?)
Yesterday the Mr. left for a month of training. He’s not far, but he won’t be able to contact me while he’s away.
These long stretches of time apart are definitely intimidating… But instead of just wishing the time away, I’ve been inspired to try new things, knockout some to-dos around the house (like a good ol’ fashioned deep spring cleaning), and go to more yoga classes. Here are a few other ideas:
1. Let our little guy Remi (above) sleep in our bed to keep me company.
2. Try a few new simple and tasty meals (I tried this one last night with a glass of white wine and it was amazing!).
3. Finally use this deal I bought with my 2 besties (Eek! I’m a little scared!).
4. Daydream about a mini getaway we’re planning for our fourth anniversary, as soon as he gets home (below is a photo from our last mini getaway at New Year’s).
I’ll continue to share my solo adventures as the weeks go by (quickly, I hope!). Any other ideas of how to make the time pass?
Last week, I was thankful to receive nominations for two blog awards. Blogging has been such a beautiful, rewarding experience so far, and I am so grateful for the community it has allowed me to be a part of.
The Inspiring Blog Award nomination was from a blogger friend in Chicago, In Real Life – a lovely slice-of-life blog (with some of the cutest kids in cyberspace!). The Liebster Award nomination came from my beautiful and inspiring cousin Anna who writes This Mom’s Gotta Run, documenting her fitness journey.
While I haven’t had the time to follow through on the official rules for these awards, I do want to share with you some friends who have inspired me – as a blogger, as a military wife, and as a woman. I hope you’ll check them out!
James Blake is one of those rare artists whose voice and melodies are so hypnotizing and stir something in your heart. His cover of Joni Mitchell’s “A Case of You” is just devastatingly beautiful. You’d never know this brilliant kid is only 24 years old!
The Mr. is heading out of town for a month of training on Monday, so we’ll be spending lots of good QT together this weekend (with a fire and dinner out). Have a great weekend! xo
How cool are these hanging string balls? They would be so sweet for a party, or even in a nursery.
Since we’ve been thinking about starting a family, I’ve enjoyed day dreaming about which room in our house could become a nursery, and what it might look like:
Sweet name display.
White-washed floor.
Who doesn’t love the color gray?
Some tips on picking nursery colors.
I have been in the market for a good ol’ trusty chambray shirt for quite a while. It’s such a versatile, comfy piece that I can imagine wearing to death all spring and summer long.
I recently purchased this one, but felt it was too stiff and boxy, and not true to size (a small swallowed me, which is unusual). So I’ve been on the hunt – here, here, here, and here. And although the price tag is steep on some of them, I think I’ll get my money’s worth if it’s a good fit.
Does anyone out there have a perfect chambray they love to pieces? I would love suggestions!
Move over Beyoncé. Emeli Sandé’s album Our Version of Events is AMAZING – one of my most favorites in a long time. While a lot of the songs on this album are soulful and quiet, ‘Wonder’ is so energizing and joyful. Happy Friday!
Speaking of Beyoncé, I’m excited to see this. How about you?
While handmade is nice and always appreciated, here’s a peek at the manly gifts the Mr. got for the big 3-0. I wish I could take credit for these stylish-yet-practical picks, but it was all him.
1. J. Crew cords His self-proclaimed new “old trusties.” Classic and comfy.
2. Ecco boots Lambskin lined and waterproof, yet chic enough for a casual dinner date.
3. REI mug To keep his coffee warm on early mornings.
On Sunday, the Mr. finally caught up with me.
He turned 30, six months after I did. Thank goodness, because every year, he loves reminding me that I am older than him for those six months.
I’m not a particularly crafty person, but one of the little ways I showed him the love was to make a pseudo-scrapbook, showing 30 (of many, many) things I adore about him.
Since I plan on spending the next 50+ birthdays with this guy, I’m always looking for new and creative ideas to love on him every year… any suggestions? I’d love to hear some!
AWEIGH WITH ME 