nostalia

waters shining

August 3, 2011

When I saw this photograph via Pinterest, I got such a strong longing for Skaneatelas and the lake that I love from the summers of my childhood. There are lots of great things about living in Boston and I have truly grown to love it here, but I do often wish, especially in the summer, that Syracuse wasn’t so far away.

When it comes to water, everyone always has a preference.

Lake? Or Ocean?

My answer, hands down, never a doubt in my mind, is lake.

The water is so clear it’s like glass.

The feeling of lake water on your body is like a piece of satin brushing up against your arm.

It’s clean and refreshing and perfect.

The lake is summer. It’s home.

And I miss it.

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things i saw, things i love

May 20, 2011

It’s been awhile since I’ve done one of these posts! It’s been a long month and we’ve still got another two weeks to go until June! I have been itching for the sun and warmth to come back. I’m done with being cold and I’m more than done with being wet. This post is inspired by the summer girl in me and here’s to hoping 70 degrees comes soon!

How wonderful is this summer shack? I love it! I can just imagine waking up to the warm sunshine, heading out to catch the morning rays. Yes, please. Photo from HousetoHome.

Seeing this bike basket really makes me wish I had a bike. I’ve been having this vision of me on a bike for awhile now. It’s more of a yearning really. Me, biking along the Charles, picnic basket all packet, flowers aplenty. Hair blowing in the wind and the weather is glorious. Maybe one day. One day…….. Via StyleMePretty.

Speaking of bicycles, I came across this idea on Pinterest. How utterly ADORABLE is this idea for a wedding guest book? It’s a fingerprint balloon kit by Etsy shop owner Bluedetoi. When I get married I will have this. I LOVE LOVE LOVE this idea. Precious!!!

Oh HEY! Why not one more bicycle photo! The girl’s obsessed, what’ya going to do? I love the ensemble of pictures here, inspired by the bright spring colors by Jessica Tierney Designs. So happy. And yes, I’ll have some of that ice cream. Please and thank you.

Hello, yellow dress. You are so cute and summery! I would love to pair this with a navy blue cardigan. Seen and loved at eShakti.

My heart smiled when I saw this picture over at Blissful Mediocrity. It reminds me of simpler times and the freedom of summer. So special.

And lastly, here’s a brilliant idea for summer. Raspberry beer cocktail. I’ll have some of that. I love the chalkboard glasses too!

Here’s the recipe:

3/4 cup fresh raspberries*
3 1/2 (12-oz.) bottles beer, chilled
1 (12-oz.) container frozen raspberry lemonade concentrate, thawed
1/2 cup vodka

Have a great weekend!!!

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things i saw, things i love

April 22, 2011

Happy spring, dear readers! Although this week has been quite a dreary one, I’m just hoping this means that sunshine and flowers are on their way. I’ve gotten to do a good amount of blog reading while I’ve been on vacation this week, and it’s been great. I’m amazed at how many blogs are out there in this virtual world of ours and I keep discovering new and more wonderful ones all the time.

Here are some of the things I’ve seen and loved this week…

The flowers in this bucket are my most favorite colors. I’m so in love with all kinds of shades of orange and pink. I even love the red thrown into the mix here! (photo from The Bottom of the Ironing Basket)

You must check out this homemade cheesy cracker recipe over at little white whale. I love the Noak’s Ark animal shapes, and the recipe seems easy and delicious!

What an adorable idea for a thank you spotted on You Are My Fave. Candy in a jar! Are those peachy-o’s I see? Yummmmm.

Seeing this photograph makes me yearn for summer. I can’t wait til the air is warm and the breeze feels wonderful after a hot summer afternoon. Summer is my happy time and I am counting the days! Photo found at For Me.

These brown butter toasted coconut chocolate cookies look devine over at Joy the Baker. Whew! That’s a mouthful of a cookie name, but it doesn’t get much better than that. I can’t wait to try baking these soon.

What a great collection of spring vintage fashion seen over at Paper Morning. I love the green dress and the Kate Spade purse! Also, I’ve been tempted to pick up that cookbook from Anthropologie on a number of occasions, but have yet to make the final move. Might just have to the next time I am there!

And lastly, here’s a dreaming look at a cherry blossom tree via Meg’s Musings. They are about to burst into bloom around DC and I wish I could be there to witness the magic.

Happy Friday, everyone! xo

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