Friday, August 31, 2012

Life lately...

 Some photos from our trip to Austin.
 Lounging poolside, taking a dip in Barton Springs, and living it up on 6th Street. 

Girls Weekend in Stone Harbor

Owen C. O'Brien. The cutest baby ever.

Thursday, August 30, 2012

Less than a month to go!

On the Agenda:

Paris
Check out the Louvre
Experience the Eiffel Tower at night
Munch on Macaroons
Late night cruise down the Seine River
Day trip to Versailles

London
 Photograph Big Ben
 A stroll through Hyde Park
 Ride the London Eye
Tour the Tower of London & London Bridge
Devour a banana nutella crepe

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

There are two people you’ll meet in your life. One will run a finger down the index of who you are and jump straight to the parts of you that peak their interest. The other will take his or her time reading through every one of your chapters and maybe fold corners of you that inspired them most. You will meet these two people; it is a given. It is the third that you’ll never see coming. That one person who not only finishes your sentences, but keeps the book.

Beautiful quote.

Monday, August 27, 2012

Fall = Pumpkin

I absolutely LOVE fall in Delaware. I love fall foliage, honey crisp apples, spiked apple cider, pumpkin ale.. the list goes on and on. Mostly, I really just love consuming anything pumpkin flavored. I've already picked up a couple cans of pumpkin puree because come October, the shelves are empty. I have found some interesting pumpkin recipes on pinterest that I am definitely going to give a try.

Only 4 ingredients!

Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie 1/2 banana (peeled, frozen, diced) ~1/3 cup pumpkin puree (Libby’s) ~1/3 cup FF plain Greek yogurt ~3/4-1cup lt vanilla soy milk (or milk of choice) Few shakes of pumpkin spice (Cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and allspice) Few shakes of cinnamon (optional) Pinch of cloves 1tsp vanilla 4-5 ice cubes


This one is a must. I made this a couple times last fall, and it was a hit!

Thursday, August 23, 2012

Birthday Wish List

My birthday is in September, which I love, because I am always so ready to add some new items to my Fall Wardrobe. Here are a few things on my birthday wish list. Hopefully, Kiel checks out this post!

1. Zara Boots
I have been rocking a pair of Banana Republic Brown Suede boots for almost 4 years now. They are my absolute go to, because they are perfect over skinnies or paired with a dress. I am in dire need of new pair and I am thinking this particular pair will do just fine as a replacement. 
2. J. Crew Pajama Set
Who doesn't love a cozy pair of jams to wear on those lazy winter mornings. I wouldn't even mind if they were monogrammed. ;)
I have been drooling over this watch for a while now.  I love my Silver Michael Kohrs watch that Kiel got me a few years ago for my birthday. I don't get too much wear out of it because I'm a gold jewelry kind of gal. This Nixon will be an everyday staple.
4. Hunter Rain Boots
Any color will do. For those rainy fall days/ snowy winter days...  I'd love to have a pair to wear in London.
I even have Kiel on board now with this one. Fingers crossed.

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

friends.


You will fall in love with your friends. Deep, passionate love. You will create a second family with them, a kind of tribe that makes you feel less vulnerable. Sometimes our families can’t love us all the time. Sometimes we’re born into families who don’t know how to love us properly. They do as much as they can but the rest is up to our friends. They can love you all the time, without judgement. At least the good ones can. 

Kiel and I just spent a long weekend in Austin, TX. Ross and Amber showed us a great time and were more than accommodating. We ate tons of tex-mex, rode a mechanical bull, and lounged pool-side as much as possible. It was the perfect mix of fun and relaxation. After a wonderful weekend away, I ventured off to Stone Harbor, NJ to spend the day with some of my favorite gal pals. We ate, we drank, we laughed. It was just what I needed. Now, I have two shifts standing between me and a visit from my best bud (who is currently residing in L.A.). She is flying in on Friday and I absolutely cannot wait to see her! The countdown is on :)

The Beginners

"people like us, half of them think it will never work out.. the other half believe in magic"

Interesting Film. Worth a watch.

Monday, August 13, 2012

Austin On Thursday

We are headed to Austin on Thursday and I can barely contain my excitement. It's been months since Kiel and I have boarded a plane, and I have been experiencing some serious wanderlust. Austin is the kick start to hopefully many trips this fall. London and Paris are booked for the end of September and I hope to pop back out to LA sometime before Christmas to visit my bestie, Christie. Ahhh, adventure...  how I've missed you.

Things I hope to see/do in or near Austin, TX...

Visit the Oasis On Lake Travis
Bar hop down 6th Street
Take a dip @ Hamilton Pool Preserve

Most importantly, I am pumped to spend some time with our wonderful and hospitable friends, Ross and Amber. 

Saturday, August 11, 2012

Keep Going

Thank God for moments like this that keep me going. 

Working five 12 hr-shifts in a row is more than I can handle. I'm only half way there and I feel totally depleted. Two more nightshifts to go... Oh, the life of a nurse.

Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Fall Purchases


Thank You J.Crew Factory Store!

Mini Get-Away

Only six 12 hour-shifts stand between me and Austin, TX

Kiel and I are heading south next Thursday to visit our good friends, Ross and Amber. I have been to Austin once before in January 2008. The weather was a bit chilly so we were limited to certain things. I hope to experience a different side of Austin this trip. Maybe visit the lake, catch a swim, dine outdoors... I'm honestly up for anything. All I know is that I haven't been on a plane since March and I am REALLY looking forward to a getaway. 


Monday, August 6, 2012

The Greatest

Can't believe we've almost been married a whole two years. Feels like just yesterday, I met this handsome man back in college. Feelin pretty luck right about now.

Friday, August 3, 2012

Wednesday, August 1, 2012

August Mix

"just hold on to what you know is true" 
- mumford&sons
1. Mumford and Sons - Feel the Tide
2. The Autumn Film - Kingdom Come
3.Walk the Moon - Anna Sun
4. Passion Pit - Constant Conversations
5. Of Monsters and Men - Slow and Steady
6. The Lumineers - Stubborn Love
7. Blind Pilot - Half Moon
8. Ray LaMontagne - Hold You in My Arms
9. Walk the Moon - I Can Lift a Car
10. Penguin Prison - Don't Fuck with my Money
11. Grouplove - Lovely Cup
12. The Xx - Angels
13. Matt Costa - Mr. Pitiful