Take a Chance

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Wise words from Katy Perry to start your week.
I'm taking a chance on design school, on moving to the big city (of Toronto), on living in a house with 5 girls I've never met, and most importantly on PURSUING MY DREAMS. 

I'm so excited for what the present  holds.
I hope you all have a blessed week!

ps. I'm sorry about the short post. It was a busy weekend. Finally got the keys to my new lease!

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So Long Summer

It's been a blast.  Sorry to see you go . . . 

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There is was so much fun to be had 

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And all those relaxing moments.  My body and mind thank you for the break. 

I know when we meet again, I'll be thrilled to see you and optimistic about what you have to offer.

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But for now, I'm simply distracted 

by all that awaits me with the season to come. . . 

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90 Fall Porch Decorating Ideas

compliments of Shelterness

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Fall Plantings

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Clever Ways to Carve a Pumpkin

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Yummy Soups for Cool Evenings

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Tailgating Ideas

Love the Pinterest board "tailgating" by Jacolyn Murphy.  Such cute ideas.

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A Fall Treat

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Or Two

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Movie Nights

20 Best Movies for Families

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Sunday Lunch with Friends

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Happy Labor Day, everybody.  As for the Fall,  bring it! M.

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Tiled Alcove

Here's a great way to break up the classic Scandi black and white kitchen - a little alcove with contrasting tiles. I visited a client today who has an existing alcove in her kitchen, just like this one, and we both initally thought we would cover it up, but now thinking otherwise...
Photographs via April and May.

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Relaxing.. in So. Cal..

 

Just a little of what we have going on this long weekend..  Flea markets, relaxing and reading, lazy doggies and setting up vignettes around the house.

I hope you are having  wonderful weekend!

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Mikoh Swimwear!!!!

I live in a part of California that is hot about 363 days a year, so having a wardrobe of swimsuits is essential.

(rubbing it in)

One of my absolute FAVORITE swimsuit lines that exists on the planet is MIKOH

Have you seen this??

Are you in the know about Mikoh?????

LOOK AT THESE SUITS AND TELL ME YOU DON'T WANNA LIVE IN THEM???

Fringe: check

flattering cuts: check

bright florals: check

Camel on the beach: check

the list goes on

there is still a few days left of the summer, and plenty of time to book a beach vacation and you can't do that without a great suit to frolic around in..

These smart gals are doing a trunk show to promote the "Endless Summer"

If you live in Cali and can make it to Malibu they are selling all things swim for 50% off!!!!

otherwise you can go online and use promo code 

MIKOHENDLESSSUMMER

for 15% off your purchase of $100+ bucks 

and just to further wet your whistle

Go forth and get your cute suit on!!

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Fresh Fresh

I feel so fortunate that we have a new Farmer's Market here right by the house every Thursday now.  It is so nice to have fresh French bread, fruit and veggies.  This week both kids went with me and they had to taste everything before they made their choices.  It was fun to watch them decide which peaches and grapes they prefered.  We typically will have fruit, bread and cheese with wine on these nights for dinner so we can enjoy how fresh everything is.  

I also fell in love with my new linens that came in for the shop... love the rainbow accent on these hand towels so much fun!

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