one down...

One year and counting... so blessed that I am married to my best freind in the whole wide world universe and in love with him to infinity... :)

"I’m lucky I’m in love with my best friend

Lucky to have been where I have been

Lucky to be coming home again

I’m lucky we’re in love every way

Lucky to have stayed where we have stayed

Lucky to be coming home someday"

- Jason Mraz

We both agree, this song sums us up quite nicely.

photography by the amazing brooks whittington photography.

Freida Pinto.

= stunning.

via elle magazine.

Jackie O.

I don't know why, I can't get enough of the Kennedys and there is just something about Jackie... I think she is the epitome of a stunning, classy, elegant, and timeless woman. I really don't know many people in the media who I can say that about today. I'm doing some research for work about her and had to share...

I have always thought she would be on my top 10 list of people to meet...

and it is quite obvious to see where Miss Carolyn Bassette got her fashion sensibility.

my new chalkboard.

I love the look of chalkboards in a kitchen... Ryan and I just got a rather large school blackboard this weekend at an estate sale! It is probably one of my favorite possessions at the moment. It runs almost from floor to ceiling and is also magnetic! I can't wait to write recipes, ideas, notes, thoughts, quotes and drawings on it... one day, it could even be moved into a fun playroom. Please come over and brainstorm on it with me whenever you please. I am worried this item will just add to my anal need to plan... everything.

Can't wait!

A.F.I. (American Film Institute) Screening of "The Store."
I absolutely CANNOT wait! This is gonna be good...
might need to be a work team building outting.
Check it out...

pay phone.

ahhh, the Crosley phone... I really would not have trouble finding a place for this in my home... preferably my kitchen. It would make it look like a little cozy diner.

You can get this little beaut. at Urban Outfitters.

quotes.

Awesome signs by OhkayK... The top quote by Helen Keller is one of my faves in life.

and while we're sharing quotes...

"The nicest thing about feeling happy is that you think you'll never be unhappy again."
~Manuel Puig

I couldn't agree more!

coco.

this is one of my favorite pics... and just happens to be the header on this awesome blog...

don't judge me, I am fully aware it is shallow.

kiddos.

I can't wait to make a playroom one day... complete with swings, jungle gyms, chalkboard walls, an arts & crafts center, dress up boxes, a skit stage, reading chairs, and absolutely no video games allowed.

{via tiny.k & better homes&gardens}

...life is too short...

My thoughts, precisely.

{etsy shop.}

groovin'.

BOOMBOX from Ely Kim on Vimeo.

Everyone needs to dance for just a little bit everyday... everyone. Trust me, it makes the day just a little better. :)

those summer nights...

The first long, summer night was last night... and it made me extremely happy. Ry and I had an early dinner sitting outside with a glass of Sangria and fresh summer veggies, cheeses, and BBQ. I only wish the pool was warm, it would have made the night complete with a little dive. I absolutely cannot wait for swimming, dibble-dabble, barbeques, and most importantly the lake. Nothing feels more like summer than be bopping along on the lake with some close friends and great tunes. Summer, please get here soon...

{images via kateryan inc.}

style file.

I am pretty obsessed with this look for Summer...mag. tear from work & had to share... I am loving French chic style.

hot.

This is undoubtedly one of my favorite shoots ever... I saw it a while back while at the groc. on the cover of Marie Claire, I know, who would have thunk?

All three of these ladies seem to just own who they are. They appear unwaveringly confident in themselves... which to me screams sexy & inspiring. I hope they keep it up, because these types of women seem to be dwindling in tinsel town these days...

They are hot. hot. hot.

browsing for new suits.

Found these awesome one-pieces on Victoria Secret while scouring for a summer swim frock for 2009. I had my first one piece last summer and loved it... these remind me of Gidget frolicing around in the sand in the 50's.

tonight. it's here.

I am ashamed to say I am hooked...
but it all ends tonight.

See this little ditty... this was my indulgent (late wedding present) to myself from Crate & Barrel this weekend. I look forward to many lasagnas, soups, briskets, and chili over the next 60 years in this luscious, enamel cast iron dutch oven. Hopefully my little girl will have red in her kitchen, cause this little investment is gonna get passed down.

Benefits for those of you registering:

- Distributes heat more evenly, preventing "hot spots".
- Ensures moisture and flavours are sealed in by perfectly fitting lids.
- Keeps its shape and maintains a flat, steady base.
- Retains heat longer which keeps foods hot when serving.

It's like a crock pot / stock pot cross- breed mutt and it is making me extremely happy right now.