Wedding Sneak Peak

As expected, our friend's wedding on Saturday was absolutely beautiful. Every detail was accounted for and the couple could not have looked more in love. I'm excited to share more photos with you soon!

(Photos: Daniel Garcia Photography)

Have a Joyful Weekend

This weekend Robbie and I are headed to San Francisco for a friends wedding. I'm expecting it to be an absolutely gorgeous wedding, with great people, lots of dancing, and tons of delicious food. Plus, I think I may have talked Robbie into staying overnight, so it'll be like a mini getaway! After we recover from dancing the night away, we will spend Sunday with our mums (for Mother's Day, don't forget!).

What do you have planned for this weekend? Will you be surprising your mom with something special?
(Photo via A Cup of Jo)

Name That Place!

Doesn't this place look wonderful? I can already imagine splashing around in the warm water, soakin' up the sun.

Can you be the first to guess where this fantastic place is?

Update: The correct answer is... Krka Falls, Croatia! Julie A. was the closet with "Croatia or Slovenia" posted on the Short Story Long Facebook page. Congratulations Julie, here is your virtual high five!

Oh my...

Good heavens to Betsy, this place looks amazing! I love the calm of a lake in the early morning hours; it feels so peaceful. I would love to spend a weekend in a cottage like this, enjoying my surroundings, turned off from technology. I can already smell the fresh air and wooden stove...

(Floda, Sweden via All Things Europe) 

Unique Grilled Cheese

Over the weekend, we had friends over for a bring your own beef (B.Y.O.B) BBQ. Although my usual go-to in a situation like this would be to throw some veggies on a skewer and brush them with an olive-oil/balsamic vinaigrette, I wanted to to try something different. That's when I remembered this grilled cheese recipe...

Summer is Coming

Since I'm out of school, I no longer rely on the usual time markers (i.e. mid-terms, Spring Break, finals, etc.) to remind me where I am throughout the year. One could probably argue since that I don't have an actual summer or winter break, then I don't need those time markers. Saying that, it's still fun to notice when the seasons are changing. This past weekend was that for me. The weather was beautiful, we had friends over for a BBQ, and the windows in my house were open throughout the evenings. It was a sure sign that summer is ahead!

What was the weather like where you are?
(Photo taken in Maui in 2010)

Have a Fun Weekend!

What are you up to this weekend? Are you super busy, or will you be making up plans as you go? My weekend is not packed to the brim, but I do have some fun stuff planned. Even though I already have a few commitments, I'm hoping to carve out some time to plan parts of our trip. It's so exciting just thinking about it!

What to Where - Prague

It's been a while since I've had a What to Where post, but  with our trip coming up in just two months I've started looking for inspiration. We are still in the planning phase of our trip preparation, but we have a few places in mind that we'd like to visit. Prague is at the top of my list. It is a country that is rich in history and beauty, and has been rapidly developing since the end of the Cold War. With lots to see, I don't want to worry about pants that are riding or a shirt that doesn't breathe. I want to make sure I'm comfortable, and that's why I love this outfit. Simple jeans + cozy sweater + flat shoes = good time.

Have you been to Prague? Any recommendations I NEED to know about?
(Photo: All Thing Europe & Madewell)

Visual Noise

Have you ever thought about visual noise? I hadn't before I read a post by Jennifer over at A Merry Mishap. She is a jewelry designer and blogger who is in a constant state of visual stimulation. Since this can sometimes leave her feeling overwhelmed, she stripped her house bare. She packed up anything on her walls, shelves, and even her rug! Everything.

She reported back that she very much enjoyed the break and it allowed her mind to rest. She appreciated the peace it created and the way it cleared her mind. My first inclination is that I wouldn't be able to do it. We are already pretty tight on space, so I'm not sure I would be able to find places for everything that resides on dresser tops, night stands, or shelves. Looking around my room can sometimes be overwhelming, so it might be a fun challenge to try.

Have you ever completely eliminated visual noise? If not, do you think it is something you could do?
(Photo: Jakob Nylund via A Merry Mishap)

Pop of Color

I've mentioned before that I'm a horrible gift giver; Robbie blows me out of the water every time (well, except for maybe his birthday last year :). That's why I love Jordan Ferney's streamer and yarn installation DIY. It's a simple, inexpensive way to make someone feel special, which is a perfect combination for those of us who can be DIY challenged. I would love to stumble upon these pops of color at the park, especially once I found the treasure waiting for me at the finish!

Would you set this up for someone special? The rule-follower in me would have such a hard time!
P.S. Aren't those trees at the top of the staircase gorgeous?