Arms.

I love a song that explains 

perfectly what you can sort out in your own head.. 

Sorry to be all emo but you need to watch this video.. 

Tear.

Ornament Wreath

There are tutorials for this DIY ornament wreath all over Pinterest. I was feeling particularly festive and crafty the other day and thought I'd give it a go. Being especially frugal nowadays, I decided to use this tutorial from Watchout Martha because I did not have to buy a wreath form. I made some tweaks to make it my own like adding a bow and a mixture of gold ornaments. The whole project cost me a whopping $7.00 and I'd say it turned out A OK!! What do you think??

A Book Review.

I never do book reviews, mainly because I don't usually finish books. To be honest, I am probably the worst reader ever. Although I do enjoy reading, It is extremely difficult for me to find a book that captures my attention. I have something like a ten to one ratio for completed books. But this one, The Language of Flowers by Vanessa Diffenbaugh: not only did I finish it, I loved it enough to tell you about it!

The basis of the novel is about a girl named Victoria. She has just turned eighteen and freed from the foster care system in which she was raised. She finds work at a flower shop, Bloom, where the owner takes her under her wing. One of the reasons I enjoyed this book is because of the style in which it is written. The short chapters go back and forth from present day to Victoria's childhood. It is extremely captivating how the two worlds connect as mysteries about her life unfold.Although you do not have to like flowers to enjoy this book, I have always had somewhat of a passion for flowers and floral arrangements but after reading this book, I will never think of flowers the same!

If you are looking for an easy escape from the upcoming holiday stress, I highly recommend picking up a copy of this beauty. And as an added bonus, there is a flower dictionary in the back!

Happy Reading!

Fall Fashionista.

I saw a leaf drop today and almost jumped for joy! I'm sorry but I am NOT a summer person. I don't have summer clothes, I get cranky when I'm hot and I  would be perfectly happy never having to put on a bathing suit! I am beyond ready to start pulling out my chunky scarves and leather boots so I've thrown together some looks that I cant wait to wear this fall to help get you in the mood too!!

Look 1: hat, scarf, tee, cords, boots
Look 2: Chambray, tee, skirt, shoes (similar)
Look 3: leather jacket (similar), tee, jeans, booties

Love! Love! Love!
Let the leaves rain on me!!
(until I have to rake my yard!!!)

beaches.

tales from a recent trip to OBX:

 

Inner Child

 

Inspiring my inner (and sometimes outer) child today!!

Back in the Saddle.

 

Oh hello blog world. I've missed you dearly on my adventures over the past few months. Boy have I been busy, I have:

Driven across the Country

Moved to Richmond

Been to a Wedding

Gone to the Beach

Attended many Concerts

Explored Virginia

Decorated a new Home

Taken my dog to a Baseball Game

 and many many more . . .

 I'm excited to tell you all about each of these wondrous times and my new life here in the River City. So stay tuned chickadees cause I'M BACK!!