Summer Picnic

The cold water swirls around our ankles, offering a bit of refreshment on this warm day. We wade across the shallow creek, our eyes searching for the perfect spot. Making our way onto the banks we unroll the blanket and begin unpacking the basket; laying out bowls of fruit and some fresh bread. Laughing together...

Mocktail Monday // Blueberry Mojito

Last December, Caitlin got me hooked on mojito mocktails (aka nojitos!) with her Kiwi Lime Mojito. Mojitos are so refreshing and I find myself craving that flavor often.  And then I recently stumbled across this drink on Pinterest…and with a basket of fresh blueberries sitting in my fridge, and my mom’s garden overflowing with herbs...

A Few Things: Fern Trend

Fern Temporary Tattoo by Victoria’s Aviary. (I’m dying to go get another tattoo… maybe this will hold me over for a few more weeks.) Fern Oil Painting by Elizabeth Mayville. Organic Vase by Center Ceramics. (Okay, you caught me… there is no fern on the actual product, but the vase is too adorable and there...

Saigon Cinnamon Chocolate Pops

I recently just found out about Saigon cinnamon (aka Vietnamese cinnamon).  I know, where have I been?!  If you’re still in the dark like I was, Saigon cinnamon is more potent than regular cinnamon – both in scent and flavor. (Mr. Google has loads more info if ya need to know more!) Being a lover...

A Day at the Falls

My car pretty much bit the dust this weekend. It’s been my longest lasting car after being around for the past 3 years. Before that I was buying a new car every year! Seriously. So I’m very thankful that I had a decent car for quite a while but I’m dreading car shopping this week. While...

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