A picture is worth...

‘Everything in its perfect time. Everything is unfolding. And I’m enjoying where I am now, in relationship to where I’m going. Content where I am, and eager for more,” that is the perfect...

Project: [Mod]ern Sophistication

So excited that I can finally share a work project with you that I've been anxiously awaiting the debut of for months...the room styling for Rejuvenation's newest line of Mod lighting! It's amazing...

The Morning Stretch

Leisurely beginning my day...A little yoga in front of the fire, a cup of coffee - then off to Mount Hood to romp in the snow for the day! * image via [ elsa may ]

Baking up a batch...

Right this very minute - Thinnest Oatmeal Cookies!I work hard to eat well & take care of myself, so what's a girl to do when that sweet tooth hits, or she needs to bake off a little stress (I think...

Little Life Moments: My Best Self

Little life moments with my children this week left me thinking...It was nothing out of the ordinary mind you, but I came away tonight with the realization that I am truly at my best self, my...

Let's do this!

Here it is, the first day of 2013. I'm so ready to get going & see all the adventures that the new year is going to bring my way! For me, it also is the perfect day for hauling out the tree &...

Letting Go.

This is a bit unusual for me; I normally post pretty little things for you, & don't write from the heart or from my journals here. But yesterday with my little family I unexpectedly had to put my...

Inspired by: Lisa Madigan

* art & images via [ lisa madigan ]

French Girl of the Week

Noir winter layers can be quite chic & festive. Yes, please. * image via [ modern hepburn ]

DIY: ribbons & wrapping

Loved this idea for wrapping gifts in little packets - I always view the gift wrapping as part of the gift itself. Taking just a few extra minutes can create so much more meaning... * image &...

Under Cover(s!)

This morning I snuggled under my covers to nearly 8am! So indulgent & well needed - I truly can't recall the last time I was able to do that. I'm always up & off to something in the wee hours. This...

Un cinq à sept [ le happy hour ]

The time for holiday parties is upon us it seems...Let's don our dresses in shades of evergreen and ruby - and clink glasses to the end of one year we were lucky to have, & to the wonderful...

Note to self:

* image via [ modern hepburn ]

A picture is worth...

* image via [ french by design via flickr]

Out & About In Portland: The Lumineers

A favorite venue of mine - the Crystal Ballroom Waiting, waiting for those doors to open [ to see the band AND get out of the rain! ].I've been listening the Denver band The Lumineers for awhile...

I had my children write out their Christmas wish lists over Thanksgiving weekend - reading them each year still makes me laugh & has become one of my favorite annual traditions. My daughter's list...

Wrapping it up

Wrapping up my first little packages for loved ones. Classic, but with a dash of girlie panache. Hmmm, that might just describe me! * images via [ a cup of jo & pinterest ]

Ready or not!

Ready or not - I'm dipping my toe into the holiday scene! Seems one really can't wait much longer, but I always just hate letting Autumn [ it's hot cider, chilly nights & plaid blankets ] go for...

Inspired by: Richard Aldrich

* Richard Aldrich images & artist discovered via [ minutiae ]

A blustery day indeed.

Multnomah FallsNear Upper Oneonta FallsWhat a turn the weather has taken! I frolicked around The Gorge this weekend - the last bits of autumn color fading into the greying landscape (isn't the...

A little under the weather...

Sad, but true. At least there are hot baths, warm wool socks - & flannel to help. Source: tri-like-a-girl.tumblr.com via Shelly on Pinterest

A picture is worth...

Wanderlust for little road trip adventures! * image via [ sweet eye delight ]

Serving it up

Starting my table prep for the holiday dinner ahead - love a reason to pretty up the dining room! Source: simplyseleta.com via Shelly on Pinterest

Inspired by:

Can't make out the artist after several attempts, but love it nonetheless. Top-knot art - a favorite. * image via [ sweet eye delight ]

Today I'm listening to...

Had this tune turned up loudly this morning in the car during my commute into the office - rain pouring down onto the glass, sweet clear notes filling in all around me. Serene, moving - got the...

The Closet

Layering accomplished correctly - with a splash of short, red nails for panache! * image via [ michael rettano ]

Cocktails At Six: Hot Ginger Pear Wine Cider

Yes, thinking of bringing Cocktails At Six back! Hold please, for the possibility of a bigger comeback - but until then enjoy a first installment... After a drive up to Mount St. Helens this...

Note to self:

Source: outcamethesun.tumblr.com via Shelly on Pinterest

Inspired by

This lovely piece of artwork - whom I couldn't seem to determine the artist of. If you know, please leave me a note... * Image via [ push the movement ]

Beauty DIY: Brown Sugar Scrub

I decided to mix up my homemade beauty remedies this week - and tried a new one that left my skin feeling amazing, and smelled of oh-so-autumn. Give it a whirl & see what you think! Brown Sugar...