House Tour

I'm finding it true what they say, about how the older you get, the faster time flies. Last September we were very excited to be photographed by Bethany Nauert for a feature on Apartment Therapy. Looking back at the photos it's a reminder of how much has changed in the last year. When we did the photo shoot I felt like we were so settled into our home and there was nothing I could possibly want to change, but our home has grown with us the last year, and morphed into an even more cozy and comfortable place to be. More furniture has collected, nick-nacks added, and memories created.

I'm so excited for the next year, to see what changes are to come. You seriously never know what the future has in store, and I like it that way. The element of surprise is what keeps life interesting. 

Here are a few pics from the house tour, you can view the whole thing here. 

Ginger Cookies & My Office Space

This morning I'm up early and while browsing my favorite blogs and before starting work, I thought I'd share with you a recipe from The Pioneer Woman. If you've never read Ree's blog it's a MUST. Everything s I've made from her comes out unbelievably good (maybe it has to do with all the butter and cream?). 

What inspired me to share this post now, at just past 8am? Well I'm eating them for breakfast of course!

  I didn't have any molasses, so I substituted an equal amount of brown sugar and the result was amazing! They still have a slight bite from the ginger, but it's followed by a smooth sweetness, unlike the bite you'd get with molasses. Since I was eating  the cookies at my desk, I thought I'd share a little piece of my "office" with you. 

Recipe here.

 The anthropologie cup that EVERYONE has - I received two sets from two Seperate friends when i was moving in :)

 Two Favorite things about my office: Vintage Make-Up case that is completely impractical to lug around but perfectly fits all my sewing tools and My chalkboard that not only keeps me organized, but as seen here, keeps me cheery because my mister likes to leave me notes. 

Have a beautiful Saturday everyone!

The Weekend in Pictures

Here are three highlights from my weekend...3 things that I'm thankful for.

 My delicious french press that I can enjoy slowly only on a weekend, Savoring each flavor of the coffee.

 The flowers my Mister and I walked downstairs to get, and the fact that we are so close to everything in downtown.

The picture of me that my Mister drew on my chalkboard...this was probably attempt # 9.