Good Night, Sweet Girl

Welcome, Weekend!

2012-01-27T22:08:00.006-05:00

Is it just me, or did this week inch by at the slowest possible pace? Don't get me wrong, I was still super busy, but the pile of paperwork on my desk never seemed to get any smaller. Nevertheless, it's Friday and I couldn't be happier. On deck this weekend: lots of cleaning in preparation for my mom, aunt, and sister coming to visit next weekend! I've already spent tonight reorganizing the kitchen cabinets and purging my fridge of expired take out. I'm hoping to get lots done tomorrow morning so I can treat myself to one of these polish jobs before a sushi double date night (my fav)! Sunday is going to be spent getting M fitted for a tux for his sister's upcoming nuptials, meal planning and grocery shopping, and hopefully some leisurely coffee and lounge time.
What are your fun plans for this weekend?

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Nailed It

2012-01-26T21:43:00.010-05:00

I love nail polish and trying out different manicures. Two of my favorite sites to go for inspiration are ...Love Maegan and the Beauty Department. Lately, I've wanted to keep my nails subtle and neutral with a little pop of color here and there. These are some images from my Pinterest boards that I may try this weekend. I am especially lusting after that new shimmery purple Nars color, diamond life. What kinds of nail trends have you been trying? Do you have a favorite nude or neutral polish that I should try?

Holiday Photo Mash Up

2012-01-03T06:44:00.000-05:00

Here are a few photos from my vacation this past week. I crammed in as much as possible and enjoyed celebrating both Christmas and my birthday. Even though I wish I had a few more days to relax, I'm feeling recharged and ready to take on 2012!

Mood: Inspired

2012-01-02T07:11:00.000-05:00

Do you have a mood/inspiration board somewhere in your home? It's something that I've been wanting to put up for a long time now, but just haven't gotten around to actually doing. I'm thinking that this might finally be the year. I always find myself saving scraps of mementos (movie stubs, matchbooks) and tearing striking photos out of magazines. I think it would be helpful to recognize themes in things that I find appealing, whether it be design, fashion, or even certain colors.

If you have an inspiration board, how do you use it and how often do you change it?

all images found via Pinterest

Reach for the Stars

2012-01-01T18:50:00.000-05:00

I was looking back at this list from last year's 30 day blog challenge, and although I kept many of my resolutions, there's always room for personal growth. This year, I hope to simplify and de-clutter my life. I've accumulated so much stuff over the years and I really need to become more organized. So that's my big, overall goal (along with completing lots of little household projects).

In addition to paring things down, I'd also like to reconnect (and stay connected) with friends and family members, especially via snail mail. I get so much joy out of a hand written card or care package, so I'm going to try and pay it forward more consistently.

I hope to curb my senseless spending (coffees, impulse check out puchases, magazines) and be able to invest in at least two classic pieces that I save for throughout the year.

Finally, I want to try to have a more positive approach to everyday occurances. It's so easy to get caught up in the latest gossip or whine about inconsequential events. I'd rather channel my energy towards something that makes me or those around me happy.

As always, I want to keep learning more about myself, accept challenges, eat more vegetables, and see more of the world. Definitely some broad goals for 2012, but I'm excited nonetheless.

What are your resolutions or aspirations for 2012?

all images found via Pinterest.

And That's a Wrap

2011-12-31T23:28:00.004-05:00

Well, Tiane and I made it!

365 photos in 2011.

Time for 2012. Are you ready? Pour a glass of bubbly and toast to a new year!

So Long, 2011

2011-12-31T18:21:00.020-05:00

Just wanted to share a few shots from the last week of 2011 taken with my new camera (which I'm having so much fun learning to use). Here's to a safe and happy new year, filled with lots of adventures!

sesame crusted tuna from our sushi date

bright birthday flowers

ultra rich drinking chocolate from Pitango

cinnamon + dark chocolate gelato with mom

vintage shop in Fells Point

Sprinkles cupcakes

Christmas lights on the mantle

glittery snowflake table decorations

champagne flutes for Christmas morning mimosas

birthday dinner at Zengo

make a wish!

I'm ready for 2012!

And It's Just Like Honey

2011-12-30T18:41:00.000-05:00

I figured with 2012 on the horizon, it was as good a time as any to change up my 'do a little bit. Today I decided not to cut all of my hair off, but instead, add some face-framing honey highlights. So far, I really like it. I think it brightens up my face a little, which is always good in the dreary winter months.

Fells Point Exploring

2011-12-29T21:46:00.000-05:00

Today was my last day at home with my family before I flew back to Providence. My mom and I spent some time wandering around Fells Point, a quirky neighborhood near the inner harbor in Baltimore. I loved all of the little clothing boutiques and antique stores. We capped off our afternoon with Pitango gelato and drinking chocolate. I definitely want to come back and do some more exploring when the weather is warm!

Toro and Dental Floss

2011-12-28T22:55:00.006-05:00

Spent a fun night in town at Kushi (amazing!) with old and new friends. The best part about having foodie friends is that they always know where to go for dinner! We never have the ongoing 'so where do you want to go' convos. Tiane is my walking Yelp app and I love how we sometimes end up on the most randomly hilarious topics of conversation.
Thanks for a fun night, girls!

New Year, New Ventures

2011-12-27T16:45:00.005-05:00

I'm so excited about my new Lumix camera that arrived on Sunday (from Santa, of course). I spent some time this morning with my mom tinkering with the settings and testing out the features. I'm looking forward to finally learning how to really understand the basics of photography (and stop relying 100% on my iPhone) If anyone has any recommendations for blogs about photography basics, let me know!

Let the Birthday Celebrations Begin

2011-12-26T22:39:00.000-05:00

Just got home from a fun pre-birthday dinner at Zengo in downtown DC. We shared a fun meal of Asian and Latin American-insired tapas. The meal ended on a sweet note, with churros and Mexican hot chocolate. It was delicious! I love birthdays, especially when they're stretched out for a whole week.

Merry Merry, Happy Happy

2011-12-25T15:17:00.000-05:00

Hope you're enjoying a wonderful Christmas filled with loved ones and laughter!

Matching PJ's and Cookie Overload

2011-12-24T23:02:00.000-05:00

After all, that's what Christmas Eve is all about, right?

Oh There's No Place Like Home

2011-12-23T21:51:00.003-05:00

One of the best parts of coming home for the holidays is the constant roaring fire in the living room. It's just so cozy. I am so ready for vacation. Ten full days of doing whatever I want and, most importantly, not working!

I've Been Good, Promise

2011-12-22T19:16:00.003-05:00

Think my supervisor is sending us subliminal messages about performance this year?

Kneading in Action

2011-12-21T22:11:00.003-05:00

Excited for oodles of homemade Christmas cookies when I get home on Friday. The rolled out sugar sand tarts are a family favorite.

Subdued Nude

2011-12-20T07:13:00.001-05:00

Have a look at my favorite polish combination of the moment. I love it because it goes with everything, but still has a little holiday glitz. What's your favorite shade right now?

Hairspiration

2011-12-19T22:51:00.000-05:00

This is a little extreme as far as opposite tones, but I love the depth achieved with a lighter shade underneath. I'm thinking of making a big change in 2012 (short bob, anyone?), but not sure where to start.

Picture via Pinterest, originally from Sea of Shoes.

Smurfette

2011-12-18T19:54:00.002-05:00

I've just been lounging around the house today in my new winter hat, which I kind of love. Fingers are crossed that I can pull off a fantasy football playoff win tonight!

Happy Chrismukkah

2011-12-17T23:52:00.001-05:00

Our friends' annual party always makes me miss watching Seth Cohen and the OC! Anyone else remember that show?

Cutest Card Goes To

2011-12-16T16:19:00.004-05:00

Tiane seriously sends out the best Christmas cards ever. I love all the personalized little details and illustrations she makes. Plus, the lottery ticket inside is an added bonus.

Thanks, Tiane, and have a very Happy Birthday!

Mad Men Affair

2011-12-15T23:16:00.000-05:00

I attended a beautiful Christmas party tonight that took place in a converted bank in downtown Providence. The ornate venue could not have been more appropriate for the 50s Mad Men theme. I'm finally starting to feel some holiday spirit!

Cool Coal

2011-12-14T08:25:00.007-05:00

I love when companies use creative details when marketing their products. I just bought this Coal hat when I was in Baltimore over the weekend and didn't realize until now that the inside tag was attached using a guitar pick. So clever!

Holiday Potluck

2011-12-13T21:04:00.005-05:00

I whipped up a batch of these peanut butter blossoms for work tomorrow. They were so quick and easy to make and always remind me of my elementary school Christmas parties!

Clever Ceilings

2011-12-12T23:46:00.000-05:00

I've noticed that more and more restaurants and shops are taking advantage of their ceiling space for decorating and displays. I particularly loved this idea from the Golden West Cafe in Baltimore that I visited today. They covered the girls' bathroom in little white lights and parasols, giving it a funky and colorful vibe. Wouldn't this look great in a den or entry way of a home?

A Tale of Two Teams

2011-12-11T18:09:00.003-05:00

Spent today drinking mimosas and tailgating at FedEx field before the Redskins/Patriots' game. It was so much fun to be home and catch up with friends and it couldn't have been better December weather for a football game. Hope you're having a great weekend!

Glitz and Glamour

2011-12-10T19:23:00.001-05:00

What better way to celebrate the holidays than with a family Christmas party and lots of sequins?

Oh Christmas Tree!

2011-12-09T21:33:00.001-05:00

I always love coming across new ornaments to add to my collection.

Pinterest Pizza

2011-12-08T21:29:00.003-05:00

Made yet another recipe off of Pinterest tonight. This time, it was bbq chicken pizza and it was delicious. I learned a great tip for shredding chicken breasts, too! All you have to do is put the warm cooked chicken into your KitchenAid stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment and turn it on the medium speed (I did setting 4) and let it go for 30 seconds. Voila! Perfectly shredded restaurant-style chicken. I'm never using the two forks method again!

Swimsuit Envy

2011-12-05T19:05:00.002-05:00

I cannot stop thinking about this pretty Mikoh swimsuit. I know it's just starting to get cold here, but I'm already wishing for a beach vacation!

Peppermint Swirls

2011-12-04T21:41:00.002-05:00

I cannot get enough of this seasonal peppermint flavor. It tastes like candy canes!

Cocktail Bling

2011-12-03T18:04:00.000-05:00

I finally found Essie's Cocktail Bling at my local Ulta. I have been looking for it everywhere and I scored the last bottle in stock. I also got a new topcoat that claims to dry in 30 seconds. We'll see about that.

Holiday Jewels

2011-12-02T23:42:00.001-05:00

I piled on the bracelets to go out tonight. Some might say it's overdone, but I kind of love all the different textures and layers.

Best Buns

2011-12-01T22:40:00.003-05:00

Currently obsessed with finding hair tutorials on Pinterest. My latest (and easiest) one is this sock bun. Google it and prepare to be amazed! It took me less than 30 seconds to do this bun that lasted all day.

Deck the Halls

2011-11-30T21:18:00.004-05:00

My first new ornament of the season!

Black Friday Purchase

2011-11-29T19:06:00.003-05:00

The only thing I bought on Black Friday was online. I finally broke down and joined StyleMint and couldn't be happier with my striped tee. I'm looking forward to seeing the December styles later this week. I think a ShoeMint subscription might be soon to follow!

Spring-Like Sunset

2011-11-28T18:33:00.001-05:00

November temps hit 70 today! I can't believe it, but I'm definitely not complaining.

Fall Flowers

2011-11-27T13:32:00.000-05:00

Pretty Thanksgiving tulips from M's mom.

Make a Wish

2011-11-26T10:09:00.003-05:00

Meet my favorite part of the leftovers.

Brunchin'

2011-11-25T11:27:00.000-05:00

Homemade baked spinach + egg cups. Nom nom nom.

Bird's the Word

2011-11-24T23:18:00.002-05:00

I have to say that I'm so pleased with how well the turkey came out this year!
Hope you're having a great Thanksgiving!

Little Thanks

2011-11-24T09:55:00.014-05:00

After seeing Taylor and Taylor's posts about the little things that they're thankful for, I had to join in and complete the Taylor trifecta (cheesy, I know)! So here are 27 little things I'm thankful for right now (in addition to the major players: my family, boyfriend, friends, and health)

- surprise letters and packages in the mail
- reading a text from one of my sisters and being able to picture exactly how they'd be saying it
- caramel apples
- Sunday morning coffee runs and grocery shopping
- being tucked in at night
- Coldplay's new album
- sushi dates
- witnessing a parent's reaction to their child saying their first word or taking their first step at work
- cozy winter sweaters, mittens, and hats
- holding hands
- finally listening to Christmas music
- furry earmuffs
- cinnamon raisin Ezekiel toast
- encouraging fantasy football messages from my dad
- personalized stationery
- words with friends
- new bracelets, especially when they're sparkly
- Bayou Bakery's French press coffee and beignets
- accomplishing a home diy project on my own
- neat handwriting
- heirloom tomatoes
- the Muppet movie
- Pinterest
- Chuck Bass
- peppermint Pinkberry
- trying a new recipe and having it turning out really well
- mulling spices

What are some of the little things you're thankful for this Thanksgiving?

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Movie Snacks

2011-11-23T22:01:00.001-05:00

Between Monday's pigeon fiasco and tomorrow's Turkey feast, I'd say this candy goes along with the theme this week: birds!

A Few of My Favorite Things

2011-11-22T18:20:00.001-05:00

Stocking the fridge for Thursday's festivities!

Bad Omen

2011-11-21T21:48:00.001-05:00

You know you're having a bad Monday when a dead pigeon spirals down from the sky and gets stuck in your roof rack.
I can't make this up!

Effortless Seafood Supper

2011-11-20T20:29:00.003-05:00

These shrimp tacos are my new go-to dinner. They're so easy that I didn't even follow a recipe! I simply seasoned up some diced raw shrimp with Old Bay, garlic, and cumin, sauteed them in olive oil and a pureed chipotle, and piled the mixture in a blistered tortilla. If you want to get fancy, mix some of the pureed chipotles with sour cream and use that as a dressing for broccoli slaw, which makes a great crunchy filler. The tacos are topped with lots of fresh cilantro, scallions, and a squeeze of lime juice. So easy and less than 15 minutes from start to finish. I promise!

Going Gray

2011-11-19T22:24:00.005-05:00

The best part of painting is witnessing the drastic transformation of the room. When M saw the (almost) finished product, he said it felt like a completely new living room. I can't wait to see what it all looks like when the furniture is back in place and the pictures are up on the walls. I have a fun Pinterest-inspired project in store for above the fireplace, too!

Tedious Taping

2011-11-18T23:44:00.000-05:00

Well, it's Friday night and the living room walls have been washed, sanded, and taped. The cutting-in has begun and the rolling will commence tomorrow bright and early! I'm excited to see the transformation. I hope I like the color!

No-Shave November

2011-11-17T10:22:00.001-05:00

It's in full swing over here!
P.S. Why are boys always blessed with the fullest eyelashes?

Decisions, Decisions

2011-11-16T22:10:00.000-05:00

Just looking at this gives me major anxiety! It's so hard to choose. And who knew there were so many variations of one color?!

Sesame Soy Goodness

2011-11-15T19:47:00.000-05:00

I'm currently just a little bit obsessed with this sauce. It's great as a marinade for chicken, a dipping sauce for dumplings, or even to flavor a stir fry. What would I do without Trader Joe's?

Wild Crew

2011-11-14T19:40:00.000-05:00

I, like so many others out there, took advantage of the J. Crew 25% off online deal that was going on last week. Part of my order was this funky leopard iPhone case. I usually keep it simple with a solid color case in boring black, but couldn't resist this spotted number. I was so happy to see that half of my order had already arrived today when I got home from work. I feel like my phone is all dressed up now! Did any of you make a purchase last week?

Matte is the New Ombré

2011-11-13T12:57:00.007-05:00

Completely obsessed with the new Chanel matte topcoat. Thanks to Quyen for making me run out and track it down as soon as I heard about it. And can we talk about how perfect Essie's Cocktail Bling is, too?! I think I've found my go-to winter shade already.

Home DIY in the Works

2011-11-12T13:31:00.000-05:00

I love deliberating over paint samples. It's about time for the living room to get a fresh coat, pending landlord approval, of course!

I'm Not Ready!

2011-11-11T16:40:00.000-05:00

I enjoyed having today off and made the most of it by waking up early and making pumpkin spiced pancakes, running errands, meeting a friend for a Pinkberry date, and catching up on Grey's Anatomy. I may have even snuck in a couple of work reports, too! I was so surprised to see a huge table of Christmas ornaments on display at Nordstrom. Usually, they wait until after Thanksgiving to put all of their decorations out. I spotted a few that I'd like to add to my tree this year, though! I can't believe the holidays are already upon us.

A special thank you to all of the veterans today, especially my Pop-Pop and good friends Bill and Devin.
Your service to our country is much appreciated.

Brûléed Baubles

2011-11-10T22:06:00.000-05:00

Currently in love with my newest J. Crew bracelet seen here in rose dust. I love how sparkly it is when paired with my prized '3' bracelet and ombre link one. There's no such thing as too many bracelets, right?

Architecture Appreciation

2011-11-09T10:49:00.000-05:00

Living in Rhode Island has really made me enjoy some of its older buildings and history, like this library in downtown Pawtucket. It looked especially regal on this perfect sunny fall morning.

Work Perks

2011-11-08T18:02:00.003-05:00

Sometimes a little downtime at work can be incredibly useful. Today I had an appointment cancel at the very last minute, so I used the time slot to create some fun adapted books for the kiddos that I work with. We use them for matching, building vocabulary, and increasing imitation!

Monday Unwind

2011-11-07T20:35:00.003-05:00

I love when the holiday catalogs start pouring in, especially from Nordstrom! I'm curling up with this after a long Monday back at work. Luckily, it's a short week since I have Friday off.

Game Day

2011-11-06T23:22:00.000-05:00

Today was the perfect fall day for tailgating! Even though the Patriots lost, I had a good day in my fantasy league and lots of fun at the game. Thanks again to Jessica and Shannon for getting tickets and driving up from NYC for the weekend!

Minty Fresh

2011-11-05T16:49:00.000-04:00

I tried the new peppermint Pinkberry this afternoon and it was surprisingly refreshing! It reminded me of candy canes and the pale pink color is really pretty. I'm actually starting to get in the holiday spirit!

Collectible Cards

2011-11-04T19:03:00.000-04:00

Look what I found while cleaning today! That's right, ALF trading cards, circa 1987. It was one of my favorite TV shows as a kid. I wish they would bring him back!

Pile It On

2011-11-03T20:26:00.000-04:00

'Tis the season for expert layering! Today I wore a gingham button down with a lightweight sweatshirt and a puffy vest. Sadly, it's almost time to break out the scarves and mittens!

Loose Waves Simplified

2011-11-01T21:19:00.003-04:00

Ever since finding this tutorial on Pinterest, I've been practicing with my curling iron and I'm getting much better at giving myself some loose waves. It's a lot easier than it looks and the best part is that the curls hold up pretty well overnight. The internet really can teach you to do anything!

The Great Pumpkin

2011-10-31T22:15:00.000-04:00

I'm celebrating tonight by watching my all-time favorite Halloween movie and trying not to overdose on fun-size candy bars. What are you doing?
Have a safe and fun Halloween!

Chewy Caramel Apples

2011-10-30T16:37:00.003-04:00

Waiting for these freshly dipped apples to cool before giving them a drizzle of dark chocolate. I can't think of a better football-watching treat!
Super easy recipe found here.

Ice, Ice, Baby

2011-10-29T21:34:00.000-04:00

Wintry mani inspired by this freakish October snowstorm. Chanel Riva with Deborah Lippmann's Today Was a Faity Tale glittery accent nail. I'm in love with this pale blue polish.

Trim the Tresses

2011-10-28T22:11:00.004-04:00

Best way to end a grueling week? With a relaxing color and cut at my favorite neighborhood salon, of course! I was long overdue for a trim and I'm always amazed at how much better I feel afterwards. Crossing my fingers that this forecasted snowstorm completely misses us this weekend. I'm not ready for winter yet!

First Flakes

2011-10-27T20:55:00.002-04:00

Yes, those are snow flakes on my fleece and I'm not happy about it. Pre-Halloween snow is way too soon!

Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular

2011-10-26T22:29:00.007-04:00

I just got home from the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular, an annual event that takes place at Providence's Roger Williams Park Zoo. It was amazing, to say the least. There are over 5,000 hand-carved pumpkins scattered throughout a trail with themes and music playing throughout. This is the third year in a row that I've gone and it seems to get better each year!

One of my favorites this year was this beautiful dragon that represented the Chinese New Year as part of the "Around the World" section of the show. First of all, it was huge and so detailed. I feel like the picture doesn't even look like a real pumpkin! It was a fun way to get into the Halloween spirit and now I can't wait to carve a pumpkin this weekend. Read more about the exhibit and check out lots of photos here.

Monogrammed Notecards

2011-10-25T19:01:00.003-04:00

Special thanks to my littlest sister, Birch, for sending these amazing notecards my way! She has been working on a new project at her job involving adding personalization to the line of bags they manufacture and came across these during the research process. I'll be sure to put them to good use! I do love anything personalized.

Five Minutes Peace

2011-10-24T07:38:00.003-04:00

I really savor my quiet time in the mornings before I leave for work. If I have time, I like to take half an hour to have a cup of coffee, enjoy my breakfast, and catch up on my daily blog reads. Although it doesn't happen this way every day, I try to plan for this time at least three or four mornings during the week. It seems to make the rest of my day seem less rushed. Do you have an early morning routine before your day really gets going?

Moneyball Matinee

2011-10-23T22:12:00.004-04:00

Finally made it out to the movies this afternoon to see Moneyball. As someone who loves baseball (and math), I thought it was a really great film. Jonah Hill played his character incredibly well and obviously Brad Pitt is always great. Two thumbs up!

Leather and Lace

2011-10-22T16:17:00.000-04:00

Today I paired a feminine lace top with my favorite Vince leather jacket for a girlie-glam look while strolling outside of Boston. A good leather jacket is such a great closet staple!

Channeling Austin

2011-10-21T14:29:00.000-04:00

Given the choice between coffee and tea, I almost always go with coffee. Today, I deviated from the norm and ordered a spicy hot chai, which always makes me think of my little sister Austin, who makes the best homemade chai tea. I can't wait to have one when I'm home in December!

Commuter Capture

2011-10-20T18:44:00.002-04:00

Pretty view of downtown Providence from the ride home tonight.

Scheduling Snafu

2011-10-19T20:17:00.004-04:00

A post-work cup of coffee and scheduling session was a peaceful way to end a hectic day. Sometimes it seems impossible to fit every appointment, phone call, and piece of paperwork into my day!

Bad Luck Boots

2011-10-18T19:04:00.000-04:00

I have the worst luck with Frye boots. This is the third pair I'm sending back (for various reasons). At least Zappos has free shipping both ways! Here's hoping the replacements work out.

Pretty Packaging

2011-10-17T21:31:00.000-04:00

I swooned over the nautical packaging on this chocolate bar!

The Fun Bun

2011-10-16T09:15:00.005-04:00

Rocking a Kourtney Kardashian-inspired high bun today courtesy of this tutorial from The Beauty Department. It was super easy.

A Day Spent Downcity

2011-10-15T16:06:00.000-04:00

Today was pretty much the perfect fall day. We kicked it off with brunch at one of our favorite restaurants downtown (that also served the best coffee drinks), hit some of the local boutiques, and ran errands in preparation for football watching on Sunday. The sun was shining, the air was crisp, and it felt like autumn once again.

Popcorn and Pinot

2011-10-14T23:40:00.002-04:00

Finally, the work week is over. I spent the evening celebrating that fact with friends at a local dive bar and it was just what I needed to welcome the weekend. The popcorn didn't hurt, either.
Happy Friday!

Mid-Week Celebration

2011-10-13T08:08:00.000-04:00

Just a few bangles to help me get through the day. It can only get better after yesterday, right?

I Know How Alexander Feels

2011-10-12T22:32:00.002-04:00

You know, from the book Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. Good thing the neighborhood pizza joint knows how to make up for it. Our waitress arrived at the table with two pitchers full of ice to keep the drinks cold (and flowing)! I love having a go-to local spot to enjoy dinner and a glass of wine after an exceptionally long and trying day.

Farmer's Heirlooms

2011-10-11T21:20:00.005-04:00

I've recently fallen in love with heirloom tomatoes. I don't know if it's because they've been so readily available at the farmer's market all summer, or if their various colors make me happy, but I love having a few on hand. Recently, I've been slicing them up and having them with scrambled eggs and Ezekiel toast for breakfast. I discovered these miniature heirlooms over the weekend at Trader Joe's and have already incorporated them into an end-of-summer salad and breakfasts.

Crunching Leaves

2011-10-10T10:44:00.000-04:00

Today was the perfect morning for a jog around the neighborhood. Even though it's going to be another unseasonably hot day, it was crisp, cool, and the leaves are finally starting to change.

Indian Summer

2011-10-09T16:19:00.000-04:00

Although the thermometer on my porch is not 100% accurate, temps did get up to the upper 80s here in Providence today. It's been nice, but the wacky weather has left me with a little bit of a cold and stuffy sinuses. Hopefully it passes soon so I can enjoy the long weekend!

Multi-Pics

2011-10-08T18:59:00.004-04:00

I've been having so much fun with my new diptic app. It's a great way to create little collages with your iPhone photos and add different colors/effects. I'm going to use it to capture an outfit (think shoes, hair, accessories). Do you have a fav photo app?

Seasonal Cup of Joe

2011-10-07T18:17:00.005-04:00

I'm in love with all things pumpkin, but I'm not sure about straight pumpkin-flavored brewed coffee. I asked at the checkout, and was told that the Trader Joe's blend is more 'pumpkin pie spice' than actual pumpkin. I think it might be worth trying, especially with the holidays around the corner and lots of cold mornings ahead!

Pink Pony

2011-10-06T20:26:00.002-04:00

Thanks to Blair's amazing fashion sense, I now have an updated way to style my (very old) pink pony tee.

Job-Less

2011-10-05T22:54:00.000-04:00

Rest in peace to one of the most influential minds of our lifetime.

Halloween Cheer

2011-10-04T21:12:00.000-04:00

It's starting to get spooky around here!

Gossip Catch-Up

2011-10-03T19:07:00.000-04:00

I'm the first to admit that I was late to hop on the Gossip Girl train, but now I'm completely hooked. I'm about halfway through with season three, and I have to say, the college years have been great so far (unlike the major Saved by the Bell letdown)! Plus, the fashion keeps getting better. I'm hoping to catch up by the end of the current season. Is it worth continuing? Chuck Bass is my favorite character (and Georgina my least fav)!

Sunday Sweets

2011-10-02T21:55:00.003-04:00

I love Sundays, especially in the fall. M and I have a regular routine where we wake up and go to one of our favorite bakeries for coffee (and sometimes a sweet treat). We plan out all of our dinners for the week and then go straight to the market to get the shopping out of the way so we can make it home in time for football. I love it because it's something to look forward to, plus it saves a lot of time with making dinners during the work week. This morning we had iced coffees and I stole a bite of M's old fashioned cinnamon roll. It was so good, and reminded me more of a cinnamon-sugar donut.

Do you have any Sunday routines?

My Kind of Equipment

2011-10-01T22:17:00.001-04:00

I debuted my very first Equipment blouse out to dinner tonight! Now I really feel like a grown up. I can't wait to collect more colors (like poppy). They are such a splurge, but definitely luxurious and a great investment piece.

Color Me Black

2011-09-30T18:01:00.001-04:00

I'm not usually a fan of matte nail polish, but Chanel's black velvet is an exception. It goes on smooth and really does have a rich, velvety finish. It's the perfect polish for October (duh, Halloween) and I'm even thinking of using gold glitter as an accent nail later in the month.

Skinny Pumpkin Goodness

2011-09-29T21:39:00.003-04:00

I made these cookies using this recipe and you seriously can't even tell that they're low fat. I think the secret might be using good quality vanilla and dark chocolate chunks instead of chips. I can't wait to try more recipes from the site!

Sunrise, Sunrise

2011-09-28T06:47:00.002-04:00

Good morning from the State House in Providence!

Healthy Fall Snack

2011-09-27T19:09:00.000-04:00

I just discovered seasonal Clif bars at Whole Foods in the best flavor ever: pumpkin pie spice! They're perfect to nibble on between meals and are packed with protein and nutrients.