Weekend Lovelies

weekend lovelies

:: Weekend Lovelies ::

Hello, friends! I hope that you all have had a fantastic week! What do you have going on this weekend?

So, our family just returned from a trip to Arizona to visit close friends and family! We truly had the BEST vacation! One of the highlights was visiting the Phoenix Children’s Museum {pictured above}. We had been there just once before… four years ago. It was just as fun the second time around! I highly recommend going, if you’re in the area! In fact, we always research children’s museums whenever we are in a new city! It’s such a great way to explore, in a kid-friendly way, when you’re traveling this summer!  [Read more…]

Weekend Lovelies

Weekend Lovelies

:: Weekend Lovelies ::

Hello, friends! Nicole and I are so glad that you’ve stopped by our blog to check out our latest finds and favorite things! Thanks for being here!

So, before we move on to our lovelies… how was your week? I celebrated my 36th birthday {gulp!} this past Tuesday! {I’m honestly starting to lose track!} Nicole was so thoughtful in dedicating her delicious Tres Leche Cupcake post to me! {Thanks, my friend… that was super sweet!} My family and I spent the day at the beach {my favorite place}, soaking up the crazy warm weather we’ve been having in Southern California! It was a wonderful day! Good food, sandy toes, warm sunshine, lots of smiles, and playing in the ocean always makes for a fabulous day! I am so thankful for another year! [Read more…]

Weekend Lovelies

Weekend lovelies. A list of our favorite things from the web. Including this ferris wheel.

:: Weekend Lovelies ::

Oh weekend how we have missed you!  Raise your hand if you thought this last week was busy? I don’t know about you, but between the daily run around along with Teacher Appreciation, I felt a little unorganized.  This edition of Weekend Lovelies has us wishing it was spring break again, oh wait, we are now closer to summer break! Speaking of summer break, have you had a chance to enter our lovely giveaway from Eden Pier?  There is still time to enter!  We will be picking a winner on Monday! It’s the perfect way to get ready for summer with a cute retro suit.  So grab yourself a cup of coffee, sit back, and enjoy a few lovelies on your Saturday morning! [Read more…]

Weekend Lovelies

Scripture Quote {image via Of Hearth and Home}

:: Weekend Lovelies ::

It’s Easter weekend, so we are going to keep this short and sweet! Nicole and I sincerely hope that you all have a beautiful Easter celebration with your loved ones! Thanks for stopping by our blog… we appreciate you all deeply! Here are a few of our recent favorite things, in addition to some last minute Easter ideas! Enjoy! {xo}

  1. The perfect Easter treat… Eggs in a Chocolate Nest!
  2. How cute are these bunny tails? Yum!
  3. Clean candy alternatives for kids to eat this Easter…
  4. Last minute brunch ideas!
  5. There’s still time to run to a craft store! Let’s paint wooden eggs!
  6. Outtakes from the book, “The Glow”… love this whimsical kids’ space!
  7. Pretty spring garland…
  8. This lovely bedroom makeover + a giveaway!
  9. A  “rad” pop-up card!
  10. Pairing polishes and sandals this Spring! This babe knows a thing or two!

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Weekend Lovelies {favorite things}

 

Maya Angelou quote

:: Weekend Lovelies ::

{favorite things}

Hello, friends! Nicole and I are so honored that you have stopped by our blog during your busy weekend! We hope that you’ll have a chance to sit down, sip some tasty tea, and look over our favorite picks from across the web! {If you are a fellow blogger or have an Etsy Shop, we’d love for you to link-up to this post! Directions on how to do so are listed below! Thanks a million!}

After an exhausting, fun-filled week celebrating Miss Blue and Mr. Amazing {which included a trip to the happiest place on earth}, I’m finally making time for some much needed r & r, at home with the kids. We are planning to fill our days with lots of downtime… soaking up the sunshine while playing outside, and preparing for the week ahead. What are your plans for the weekend? Do share! 

Whatever you do, we’re hoping you all get drenched with a healthy dose of vitamin D! {It really does make the world seem brighter… and happier, when the sun is shining!} We encourage you to lift the spirits of someone around you this weekend! Spread your inner happiness… much love! {xo}

  1. Oh this blog… it captured my heart. I could read her beautiful, eloquent words all day. Her recipes are just as remarkable… like this Cardamom Oat Crumble.
  2. This sandwich ~ avocado, mint, cilantro… yum! The perfect fresh sandwich for a sunny afternoon, don’t you think? This blog… so lovely, too! Turns out she lives in the dreamy Southern California coastal town I grew up in, Dana Point {smile}. 
  3. This beautiful home will soon be a vacation rental in Palm Springs, CA! Nicole and I both adore the desert and frequent it often! This gorgeous space has me giddy with excitement for a possible future stay! 
  4. Can’t get enough of the handmade jewelry on this refreshing Etsy Shop! 
  5. Visiting Thailand is on my personal bucket list, especially after viewing these lovely photos on Design Love Fest… (part 1) and (part 2). 
  6. A great interview with one of my favorite fitness guru’s, Tracy Anderson! Those of you that love to dance and move will adore her at-home fitness DVD’s!
  7. 30 great weekend projects to update your home from BHG… hope you find them inspiring!
  8. These pretty rainbow mini cakes… simply perfect for a little get together or party! 
  9. My darling sister-in-law recently shared this fabulous site that has the most fun DIY projects for the modern woman. Check out this project! 
  10. Revisiting my favorite tumblr page… the photos Charla features bring happiness and peace to my soul! Hope they do the same for you!  [Read more…]

Weekend Lovelies {favorite things}

Orange Blossoms

:: Weekend Lovelies {favorite things} ::

Welcome dear readers to this edition of Weekend Lovelies {favorite things}! Spring is in the air here in Southern California.  I recently had a lot on my mind {okay, I lied I always do!} and needed a little nature break.  Though, I am a huge fan of yoga, it was one of those days where I needed to be alone with my thoughts and my music.  I decided to take one of my favorite trail walks. Because I was seeking quiet, I continued down a different path that kept me away from the streets and walkways that I often end my walk on.  To my lovely surprise, I landed right where I needed to be, in the middle of an orange grove full of orange blossoms. I believe the smell of orange blossoms is one of the most beautiful smells in the world.  Have you had to the chance to experience that?  As a child, we had orange groves across the main street of our home.  When the spring sunshine came out around late February and early March, those groves would permeate the area with the most heavenly scent.  I felt that I landed there for the simple reason… to take a deep breath and take in that beautiful moment.  When was the last time you did that for yourself?

I know the hustle of life distracts us all, but I do believe we all need those moments to re-energize and refresh.  All those little worries I had jumbled in my ever thinking brain did stop {for about 10 minutes..wink}, but enough for me to let some of those worries go.  Sara and I hope that our Weekend Lovelies {favorite things} gives you a moment to enjoy some peace while feasting your eyes on some of favorite things out on the web.  We wish you a wonderful weekend, and remember if you are an Etsy Shop or Blogger, we’d love for you to link up your favorite posts of the week or your unique shop! [Read more…]