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{if you ever get to Monterey, make sure you check out Scheid's tasting room and stock up!! you can only get their wine in Monterey and trust me, it's worth it}

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{scored these for $15 from Forever21}

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{i have a new weakness for brownies, especially after butchering a batch - and yes it's possible...note to self- substituting an extra egg for oil makes it like a cake. when done right, so delightful freshly baked yum yum yum}

{duh!} 

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{can't wait to get this light mint color on my nails!}

Fake it



I've accepted the fact that I often need instant gratification when I have an idea or inspiration. Such as these nails. Don't have the patience to get them filled every 2-3 weeks (nor the funds). Alas, $6 glue-on temporary fake nails from Target....they only last as long as I can stand them, they are thinner than acrylics and much kinder to my natural nails. Hooray!

Teaser

The weather this weekend was so amazing, it felt like it was Spring turning into Summer already. It felt like we should have been on the boat, and it was so nice to be able to wear shorts and go for a walk in the heat.

I'm trying to be realistic and tell myself to still be prepared for rain and icky weather, especially since we head to Tahoe in a few weeks. Before I start dreaming about sun dresses, these are some Winter/Spring things I'm loving...

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{Sometimes I wish I had the cojones to wear these...maybe some day}

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{If only I didn't turn into a giant with heels, I would totally need these!}

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{I love this beanie more every time I look at it}

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{my Valentine's dress! can't wait for it to arrive today}

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{I'm starting to love Rachel Bilson's style more and more...and have loved Nicole Richie's for a while now too}

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{if anyone is ever lost about what to get me, I would love love love one of these, especially gardenia. So delightful}

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After feeling quite a bit under the weather yesterday despite all the sunshine, I'm feeling tons more productive today...

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{clearly the first thing I loved recently was the warm weather this weekend. hellooooo shorts and freckles!}

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{yum. finally found lychee in syrup at a local health food store. score!}

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 {my best friend found these shirts for $7, and obviously had to get one in the spirit of all things to love}

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{one of my favorite things about the Superbowl...commercials and FOOD. these chocolate covered peanut butter pretzels from Trader Joe's are ah-mazing}

 {we have a tree that I just realized is exploding with tons of pink flowers - way pinker than it looks here. I love how they go perfectly in my little clear blue vase from IKEA}

I Love Lamp

I fell in love with these lamps as soon as I saw them, but went back to the store 3 times only to talk myself out of buying them. Finally, I realized I would kick myself in the bootie if I went back yet again and they were gone. So now they sit on either side of our massive bed, bring more light to the room, and make me smile every time I look at them.

I have no idea who made them, how much they originally cost, or why no one else swooped in to get them, but I do know they were $39.99 each at my favorite TJ Maxx. SCORE! 

Dream Land

I'm slowly collecting more things for the house and feel that rooms are slowly coming together, but I keep bouncing between wanting to buy things and telling myself to wait until the roommates are no more. But in the meantime, I drool over old Domino magazines + Johnathan Adler designs, and tear out pages from Elle Decor to fill my "Dream House" shoebox.

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{what girl doesn't dream of having a room-sized closet?} 

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{I dig the table and the blue + pink}

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 {I have the desk and "For Like Ever"...two of my favorite things}

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 {sort of liking the deep eggplant with chartreuse green}

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 {I don't think I like so much pink in a room, but I do like the wall art}

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{this just has sass written all over it} 

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 {dream dog}

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{I love this...I think because I envision a really natural table - think wood slab - with modern chairs in my dining room some day}

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 {love. love love love everything}

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 {this is nuts. what a unique + amazing tub! though I expect it may feel like bathing in a canoe}

Have a happy weekend!

Trading Up

After so many treats over the weekend, I wanted to start out the day on a good, healthy note and went for some of my new favorite oatmeal this morning.



I'm usually a solid Trader Joe's oatmeal fan, but found this can't-pass-it-up-deal at Safeway the other day and need to share because they are GOOD. (and they come in a cute pouch that you measure your water in!) And this is coming from someone who adds brown sugar in each layer of oatmeal eaten in a bowl of old fashioned oatmeal. Hah, I first wrote "used to" but then I realized that would be a total lie. 

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I had an amazingly relaxing, happy weekend and feel like I'm going into this week more balanced and clear. Bring it, Monday.

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Fruity Pebble treats. I'm pretty sure I would have never eaten Rice Krispy treats knowing these existed. O.M.G. Next up, Golden Graham treats (my favorite kid cereal).

Practice Love from Urban Outfitters, small frame from Venice, square place from Crate + Barrel, rings mostly from Froever21.

I treated myself to flowers on Friday. I know, Baby's Breath, right? Makes me want to gag when I see them in arrangements, but on their own they are quite lovely and delicate.

I found 2 of these side-basket things over the weekend and decided to spray paint them white and use them as pseudo book ends on my desk. A much needed update and who doesn't love to be organized! 

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Square business cards. I'm designing mine for my art therapy internship in private practice, and wanted something a little different. Square it is....and I'm sure I'll post it once I reach the final product. I'm thinking grey/natural with yellow (of course).

I absolutely love my smile mug (thank you Marci :) I love starting my mornings with a cup of coffee, and it's much better when enjoyed out of my smile mug.

feeding the addiction (at least it's not booze)

As you must know by now, I have a little addition called nail polish.

My friend just introduced me to a line called Zoya - a lovely line that is formaldehyde + other toxin free. Whoopie!! She let me borrow one of her colors today when we got manicures, and I loved the glossy look of the polish. I chose her light pinky-nude color (Sari) and I love the lightness of the color.

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And it doesn't make my hands look the paleness they've become.

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Katy did an awesome orchid-like purple (called Audrina) which made us wish it was Spring. Super pretty! They even have matte polish...I can't wait to see how those look.

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On my way home I stopped by Bed, Bath + Beyond since I had to replace my favorite OPI red and I've become a new fan of Essie. I picked a new red, and I'm pretty sure I will never use a different red. Ever again. Cue sigh of happiness :)

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I'm not sure why, but this week has sort of felt like a drag. I had a bunch of school stuff due and had to tell my kid clients that we are ending soon. Cue sad face.

I'm big on taking care of myself and doing things to cheer me up, so I plan on curling my hair this morning, doing a wee bit of retail therapy later, and gymming. I've come across these great photos and quotes which have also restored a bounce in my spirit :)

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I think this one is my new favorite...

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No doubt my big kid play day with one of my most dearest and best friends tomorrow will be heartwarming...

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And because attitude makes a big difference...

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Have a happy weekend!