happy summer!

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for some reason i can't explain really, i'm enjoying this summer more than in years past. slowing down a little, letting beach days dictate when to pack up and go home, or not. making sure i swim more because swimming in the ocean is rather life changing each and every time you do it. you just feel good climbing out, like something magical has washed over you. that, is the best feeling.

looking forward to a trip here soon, sunset schooner rides, slow summer lunches and ocean views to my hearts content. 

i hope that you are enjoying the heck out of whatever makes summer summer for you. and some fun finds from the world wide web:

i could eat this all day long. she has more summer goodness here. 

just splurged on this marion bedspread, in french blue. reminds me of my mothers from the 60's i wore out from so much use year after year. 

a pretty lounge chair. 

in LOVE with this kitchen.

this flippy mini dress. (and on sale!) this one's pretty too.

pillow love. also just bought this one and this one. verrrrrrrrrrrry into pattern and color right now.

lamp love.

yum.

etsy love.

we are obsessing about having a yard with room for a pool. i like this look. this one too. 

who doesn't need rose tinted sunglasses?

would be pretty piled with bright fruit.

this coffee table. or if you're looking for color in your space, this one does the trick.

i would live in this dress.

just bought this one piece swimsuit and love it. 

these stoneware colanders. and a pretty ceramic pendant. another pretty pendant. 

now i want to buy her cookbook.

when i go to vintage/thrift clothing stores, i always look for cool belts. this one i'd pick up.

i certainly don't need a rattan cactus in my house but i now i want one. 

vacation inspiration. 

our new neighborhood is having its first block party since covid. thinking of bringing this for dessert.

a gorgeous tableware line.

yes to this couch. ok this one too. 

so sweet this summer nightdress.

fun tile options. 

enjoy!

happy winter weekend!

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popping on to say i hope you are enjoying the heck out of your winter weekend. i'm lunching it with friends, sleeping in, writing, sipping wine and just going slow. feels good. 

and some fun finds from around the world wide web if yer interested:

this steel firepit.

that red in the bathroom is making me crazy in love with it.

vintage painting love. 

i'm not a faux flower person, but this makes me happy. especially during a snowy winter. 

hilarious! i definitely need this app. 

i love a good frittata. 

how fun are her stitched tablecloths?

etsy love. more etsy love. 

a stunning headpiece.  these swan earrings are pretty stunning too!

yum.

want this dress. also making me want bangs again. 

this is pretty in ochre too. 

these sconces. wow. 

and i kind of like how old fashioned this wall light looks.

hands down the prettiest desk accessories. current favorite.

if i had the space (and the money!).

pretty little soap dishes.

i want these howdy socks for my cowboy boots. these are fun too. 

really like these outdoor chairs. wish they were available. this chaise is pretty too.

i'm in the market for a much comfier sofa. so many to choose from here. 

an interesting side table. this one too. 

loving the textural element this coffee table adds. 

this dress popped onto my instagram recently. how pretty.

enjoy!

happy holidays! happy new year!

 

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hi there, how are you doing? i write this post while building antibodies from my recent vaccine booster, yay! ha! seriously though...we are in strange times whilst we attempt to celebrate the holidays. and i know you know. and don't get me wrong, i sure am trying, and i am sure you are too. 

so! what i'm doing is staying away from the news best i can. i have acoustic guitar christmas music on repeat, i'm peloton-ing myself silly, staring at the extra christmas lights i added to the house this year and yeah, breathing in all of the positive vibes that i can. i hope you are hanging in there. i hope you are able to put some of the crazy on your peripheral and dive head first into everything else that makes you happy, everything else that calms you and gives you hope. it's there if you squint your eyes, trust me i see it! go ahead, squint your eyes. do you see it now? see, i told you. happy holidays, happy new year!🌲

and some fun finds from around the world wide web, if you're interested:

a fun handbag.

i want to put away these landscape coasters for next summer. 

a beautiful, simple ribbed dress in cream. i'd live in this.

so many gorgeous home/kitchen pieces here. 

what do 12 people passionate about food do during a pandemic in milan? create a stay home cooking book. can't wait to explore this e-book. 

speaking of cooking, this marble cook book stand in white is everything. this is pretty in brass too. 

add in some magical.

in my search for a unique outdoor fire chiminea, this one may be an option. 

if i were renovating a house and wanted something unique around an indoor fireplace, this would be it.

this boucle sofa might be nearby. wait, or maybe this one. 

the 10 tiniest homes of 2021.

a wow armchair. 

fun lighting for a kids room. 

a very pretty instagram site for food. and pizza of course. 

love her pillows (and everything else), especially this one. it reminds me of my grandmother. it's a long story. 

yum. 

imagine if this were your kindergarten? (via)

a paper snowflake diy. these are pretty too!

how about an antioxidant mask to wrap up the year?

etsy love.

a rustic speckled casserole dish. 

cool candles.

pillow love.

pasta love.

these quilted pants are kinda cool. 

i just like this plaid outfit. 

love everything about this home.

this chair, for texture.

enjoy!

have a fantastic weekend!

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how is your weekend going along? i'm outdoors as much as possible these days, soaking up the warm fall sun, watching the beach grass change from green to that fiery orange which is my favorite color just about. changing the beers in the fridge from light and summery to big flavorful IPA's from local brewers. 

i will miss summer like you read about, but i'm ready for the change. for comfy sweaters and my leather boots. for long walks on the beach without almost seeing anyone in sight. i'm hoping you are enjoying your weekend and the weather and all of the things that make you happy. 

and for fun, some fun finds from around the world wide web:

a great shoulder bag. and this gorgeous one if i had money to burn. 

this intimates line looks so comfortable. 

loving this layered look.

wow what she does with fall leaves.

this wall sconce. and this ceiling light.

i just bought this book. loving it so far!! have you read it?

etsy love.

clog love. these are fun too! and ok one more.

a pretty black ruffled blouse. and on sale. and drooling over this one. 

and this mid-vintage blouse in denim is perfection. ok one more. 

this armchair in that brown velvet. yes please. 

ok this chair, that couch. mic drop. 

these table lamps. 

this storage shelf unit. those sliding shutter doors. 

imagine if this could be your work desk? this one's pretty neat too. 

her new broken symmetry line of rugs is to die for. 

yum.

a cool coffee table. 

pretty jute doormats. 

been wanting a few new fall belts. really liking this, this, this and this one. 

a relaxed linen sofa.

a wow dress. 

enjoy!

Happy Sunday!

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happy sunday! hoping you are having a relaxing weekend! i tried a new to me restaurant that now has me thinking about their food, so delish (i'd forgotten how good a brilliantly made margarita is), slept in, ordered this book, cause joan didion is truly amazing, and painting at the beach this weekend (inspired by him and see his process here). what are you up to? anything fun? 

i hope that you are enjoying the heck out of your weekend. and some fun finds around the world wide web:

fun corkscrews.

sectional love. and their leather chair too!

a fun tiger rug.

table top color pop.

the perfect size outdoor table.

this terracotta lampshade.

a pretty one piece bathing suit.

loving these flushmount rattan light fixtures. 

speaking of rattan...

a simple sidetable.

the cutest clutch.

colorful etsy love.

this made me smile.

a tropical summer outfit.

her cakes!

this eyelet blouse.

a pretty puzzle.

i don't usually go for an exposed bulb, but these pendants are changing my mind.

old fashioned yum. 

for the mushroom lover.

super fun aprons.

enjoy!

have a happy (long) weekend!

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here's to hoping you enjoy your long weekend, celebrating valentine's day and president's day all wrapped up together. 💝 what are you up to? anything fun? you will find me dancing around the house (it's been a while since broken leg), eating dinner at one of my favorite restaurants, and sleeping in. I hope that you have the best time too. 

and some fun finds from around the world wide web:

a beautiful bowl.

a beautiful pot.

and my ceramic love continues.

a pretty dress for spring.

how did i not know about this site before. 

thinking of making this, this weekend. holy cow this recipe looks delish too. 

wanting this outdoor fire pit for my back yard.

a very bold & beautiful necklace. 

this pendant.

i can't believe this is from home depot. 

just ordered this book. 

a perfect leather sofa.

vintage etsy love.

this wall piece.

valentine's day hair. 

already wishing for summer. this bathing suit line is gorgeous. & their velour line as a cover up. 

a pretty puffed sleeve top on sale. 

ooh this cinnamon incense.

i have a slight tea light candle obsession. loving this holder. 

i want to wear this shirt with these boots. 

in love with this suri vase. 

delish.

a STUNNING way to display her fall/winter 2021 line. i was mesmerized (plus want one of everything).

enjoy!

hi how are you? have a happy weekend!

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i haven't posted in a while. there has been working remotely, and then working back in person, there has been a writing project that i'm getting nibbles on, there have been 3 hour walks on the beach, there has been research, there has been reading and a new boating commute, there's been painting purchases and painting with my fingers, there have been long nights looking at the stars, there have been dinners outdoors.

in between all of that, and like most of you, i'm fighting off a week of the blah's, paying attention to what it takes to make me feel less anxious, or happy or content. and then eating it or doing it or committing to it. how are you doing? i hope you are all hanging in there and finding spaces and places that make you happy. 

and some fun finds from around the world wide web:

etsy love, this neon waves sign. 

love this! spooky cheesecloth ghosts. simple and fun for halloween. 

such lovely lines.  

more lovely lines.

a vote diy.

a gorgeous lace blouse. 

the art of quilting. sooo worth the watch.

a pretty pitcher.

a beautiful barrette.

wow furniture. this block bench. oh, and this teddy chair too.

still want this  good luck zippo.

have you read this? i just ordered it.

i'm always a sucker for plaid. 

this tobacco quilt cover. & this tufted blanket. 

kind of a perfect leather sofa.

a seriously puffy chair. 

would love something easy like this, to get away. 

a neat little house.

enjoy!

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hi! hey there! how is your holiday time treating you?

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this image about sums up my mood these days, comfort food, sleeping in, hibernating game strong. i've been lucky enough to have time off from work and with that, i've been writing, moving slow on purpose and luxuriating in hours of free time. sometimes that's what it's all about.

i hope that you are getting some rest and indulgent time to yourself this holiday season. and it's friday saturday so some fun finds from around the world wide web:

ok, this sofa needs to be MINE. plus love her design style.

crushing on these party dresses (ahem, hello new years eve!)

this constellation hair piece for a new year's eve party for the win.

a pretty gorgeous line of earrings.

these are gorgeous too.

this dining table is simply stunning.

i made these for a holiday party, yum!

brownie yum.

this fringed mirror is 👄

and this standing mirror for a bedroom? yes please.

cute.

super cute new year's do-it-yourself for kids!

this diy is fun too.

wishing for this camo cashmere scarf.

just pulled the trigger on this velvet maxi dress. plus the sale is AWESOME.

fun & etsy love.

enjoy!

have a fun (long) weekend!

hey! what are you up to this treat of a long weekend?! anything fun?

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i am in the process of trying to adopt a dog (and it is more of a process than i realized) but i got approved! and have my fingers crossed on one little cutie! i'm definitely up for one more all day beach day & summer weekend swim, gotta get it while you can in new england. (she gets it!)

and every since my visit to nashville i am on a live music must have fix. so while i've recently booked a few small concerts to go to, i'll be scouting out more. there is something about live music that super soothes me. wherever you go, whatever you do, enjoy the heck out of your weekend you hear?!

and it's friday saturday, so some fun finds from around the world wide web:

sharks are everywhere along our coastlines now, his shark portraits are wow! my fave.

fun totes.

really like these as picture frames.

these mugs are💘

more ceramic love.

clog love.

lots going on in here (all of that wallpaper!) but i sort of really like it.

a pretty pillow.

a pretty vase.

loving this bent wood furniture line.

makes me want to paint again soon.

loving the pop that these green chairs bring to this space.

i just upgraded to a king bed (and loving it!), and this bed skirt was my first purchase. these embroidered sheets would be lovely too! maybe just in white?

also eyeing this fluffelbuster throw in smoke for the upcoming fall/winter season. so gorge!

the best labor day sales. (just ordered this tote in cognac!)

these would make for sweet little individual cheese boards if you had guests. this site is etsy love.

yum.

oh & vegetarian work lunches, love these.

enjoy!

happy mother's day weekend!

💓happy mother's day! to my guy who i love goofing around with (he can make the BEST faces)...

what are your mother's day plans? i am lounging around the house (rare!), but plan on taking a spring walk, shopping for a gift for a friend and watching this (go celtics! i hope that your mother's day is everything that you want it to be.

and for a fun weekend, some finds to share from around the world wide web:

these pink wedges are divine.

these black slides are super cute too.

gah! this white blouse is everything!

want this bikini.

i'm still a sucker for the pink phase we all just experienced.

a lovely bench loveseat.

a gorgeous summer dress.

this white velvet lounge chair is💋

this swirl pendant light!

for your desk.

soaps like crystals.

feeling this hair style.

vacation inspiration.

for the love of built in furniture.

kind of really liking this sun hat for the beach.

loving this do it yourself for the table.

this wooden still/side table is perfection.

etsy (vintage) love!

even more etsy love.

maps on walls are just so great.

ooh this wallpaper!

i keep hearing amazing takeaways from this book. have you read it?

bold in turquoise for summer.

just love this dress so much.

just bought airline tickets to here to start a summer road trip.

yum.

and for this weekend, i could use some forest bathing. it's a thing.

enjoy!

have a fun weekend!

happy weekend! what are you up to? anything fun?

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we in new england are recovering from a wild storm, high tides, full moon, windy beyond words. so i'm heading to some coast lines, to check out the aftermath and beauty of it all! in between that, i'll be finishing this book (his writing is just gorgeous in every way), thinking of beginning another sewing project and feeling a trip to ikea coming on.

i hope that your weekend is everything you want it to be! and it's friday saturday so some fun finds from around the world wide web:

been sick this winter? i haven't yet but would try this flu tea recipe.

what she does with sticks.

yum.

more yum.

how fun is this candy cake?!

this rust ottoman, loving that color!

for my oh so dry winter skin, i may try this, it looks luxurious!

pretty gold earrings for spring!

this shoulder bag, to die for.

these leather drawer pulls, etsy love.

more etsy love.

this print. want. need. love.

a sweet set of wooden coasters (a simple & affordable house warming gift idea, pair with cocktail glasses?!).

another reason to love target.

this cake stand, love.

this disposable party accessory line is crazy gorgeous.

pretty braid & bun.

rug love.

really want this pink haze pillow. oh, and this one too.

this water print is lovely. loving this one too.

a stunning kitchen (with lots of links).

enjoy!

have a terrific weekend!

what are you up to this weekend, anything christmasy?

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i ran out last weekend and bought a real tree! it's early but i just wanted it. i'm really feeling christmas early this year, are you too? it's a fun feeling.

in between staring at my tree at night, you'll find me watching this, considering a quick getaway this month, here, (more maine vacation inspiration, here), and stopping for a beer here. i hope that your weekend is everything that you hope it to be!

and it's friday saturday, so some fun finds from around the world wide web:

this willow chandelier is pretty amazing.

how fun are these do it yourself pom pom ornaments? p.s.: her weaving kits would make fun christmas gifts!

this floral etched cutting board (would make a gorgeous cheese board) for holiday parties. also a unique gift idea.

a creative christmas wall treatment.

this white wash cabinet is lovely.

a pretty black bra.

how fun is this moose mug for holiday punch or mulled wine?

i would paper my kitchen in this.

get your reindeer game on for entertaining.

a sweet & simple christmas/holiday card.

etsy (and pillow) love.

just still THE best chairs.

so many beautiful things here.

i bet these smell and feels so lovely.

imagine this under your feet for winter?

french press mugs, on the go!

pretty holiday hair.

so much to love in this home tour.

pure love...these chairs. see them in yet another really gorgeous home tour (with great links!)

just purchased this unique wall hanger for a plant of mine that is growing like a weed!

and i just liked this, own your worry.

enjoy!

have a terrific weekend!

happy friday! the weekend is just around the corner, what are you up to?

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i am indulging in a much needed day off today. i had a list of plans and haven't started one of them yet. maybe that's a good thing! i'm on the hunt for a new library book. i live down the street from a library and there is something so relaxing to me lately about walking on summer afternoons to the library to pick out my next book. it's the simple things sometimes.

i also hope to take a while and poke through one of my favorite vintage/used clothing stores in boston. it's been a while. in between that you'll find me taking a nap, savoring summer and planning a december get-away. i hope that your weekend is everything you want it to be.

and it's friday, so some fun finds from around the world wide web:

would be SO fun to go watch!

i've always called living near the water, living near "the edge". it's where i'm most happy. now i know why.

wishing i had a beautiful summer yard for this set, was my favorite game growing up.

cool mailboxes.

cool culottes. say that 5 times fast.

this embrace cuff.

this ivory jumpsuit is perfection.

also loving in white, (well all of the colors really) a feminine end of the summer dress. see it on her here.

loving this fabric!

wanting this blue ship artwork bad.

love this rattan outdoor set for summer (and a great deal!). via.

could be the most beautiful bottle opener, ever.

i always have fun looking at her new arrivals.

for fall, etsy love.

i found this super interesting and inspiring this week.

this too.

a fitting t-shirt based on recent hateful events.

ok and to end, this was just awesome.
enjoy!

have a fun weekend!

whoah to this week (again) and the fast-paced nature of it...

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time to slooooooow down and enjoy a bit of down time. how was your week? do you have fun weekend plans? i have been itching to see this exhibit, though this is intriguing too. strolling museum floors, quietly, does something to me i have to tell ya, it's like a relaxation drug that stays with me a good lone while. i love that!

i hope that you have an fun weekend, whatever your plans are. and it's friday saturday: so some fun finds from around the world wide web:

another gorgeous rattan bag to die for!

how fun is this curtain tie idea?

a beautifully simple dusty rose one piece bathing suit for summer.

on the funky side, i just love this outfit.

describe yourself in two words!

a cool way to keep your bike indoors.

the most spectacular furniture line incorporating dyed sand. just wow.

have you been reading anything good lately? i just read this (i wolfed it down!). ny times review, here. the new yorker, here.

a simple way to stay off of your phone mindlessly. (via).

i want to be here just for those views! (and all of that pink!).

a very good sale on a pretty leather sofa.

i want this t-shirt.

really liking these stacked triangle shelves.

more etsy love!

this rose rose cake for mother's day would be a winner!

yum, girl scout cookies are now on amazon. (via).

their before & after kitchen makeover is perfection.

this tray table.

speaking of anthropologie, i keep popping in on my lunch breaks, and keep going back to this beauty.

a fun tassel cuff.

would be fun with this rafia tote.

a seriously pretty black outfit.

wise words from laura dern.
enjoy!

have a fun weekend!

happy friday friends! what are you up to this weekend? anything fun?

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i have to tell you that lately i crave slow weekends at home, sleeping in and having no real plan. sometimes you need that right?! yes! also feeling like i need some pampering at the hair salon, i've let my hair grow pretty long and with little care, i need to spruce it up, thinking even a cut something like this.

and because it's friday, i'm treating myself here, (the chocolate croissants are to DIE for!). be good to yourself today too! here are some fun finds from around the world wide web to close out the week:

just a great spring handbag.

love this home tour with a texas flair.

seriously loving this new to me site, general store. especially want these clogs.

gray malin's photographic trays are stunning.

for busy people (preeeeeeetty much all of us).

just so perfect sometimes.

want so many home accessories here (those milking stools are pretty cool!).

interesting silk scarves...she hung one over her bed, very cool.

such a beautifully simple nightstand lamp.

yum.

really pretty coasters.

next on my reading list.

this origami coffee table is gorgeous.

speaking of origami...this floor lamp, etsy love...

oh, & really want this tipi lamp too.

if you love those big, bold, dramatic sleeves on blouses right now, you'll love this collection.

marbelous mirrors.

how crazy beautiful is this floral garden bridal shower? (and this is how she got those flowers to float).

and it's friday, so how about a hangover terminator?
enjoy!

have a super weekend! (kind of late)

i had another buuuuuusy week! how was yours?

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so i'm late saying have a super weekend! what are you up to, anything amazing? i'd love to hear! i spend the weekend these days resting and recovering from busy work weeks, learning a fabulous new job, commuting on the train, which i'm finding very interesting people-wise, (see my instagram images here) and trying to take care of myself in general.

so cheers to rest & relaxation, to doing fun things or doing absolutely nothing! and it's the weekend, so some fun finds from around the world wide web:

such a gorgeous handbag line. (i especially love this one)

this cutting board is just perfection really.

very cool kimonos.

ooh this rose chair.

i know it's an ashtray but i love it anyway.

reading these brief book reviews.

could this be the most amazing way to work out ever? (via)

a vintage pillow cover, etsy love.

another pillow crush.

this free form hairpin is gorgeous.

this fringe pullover would be perfection with skinny jeans.

a big fat yes to these iron plant stands.

expensive yes, but so pretty.

a curious table lamp, but i like it.

some real yummy art book selections.

super fun cards to give.

the most stylish outdoor barbecue grill ever.

lavish alice...a fresh take on the blazer.

can a rug make you happy? this one does it for me.

a pretty frilled sheer top.

really like this low "fly series pouf".

this might help winter blah skin.

i'm not really a print person, but i like this one alot.
enjoy!