the perfect ponytail

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note to self - start training hair to do middle part.

another note to self - find those sunglasses.



iWooly

these are too much for my lumberjack-loving heart.  the good flock makes macbook and iphone cases or what they call iWoolys out of wool that has been milled and hand-assembled in the united states.  a few people might be getting these treats for Christmas!

dreaming

mulberry - one day you will be mine. 

is there a handbag you dream about?  tell me!  i would love to know.

whale watching

found another whale item i must purchase.  this one found at one of my favorite blogs a cup of jo.  

have i ever mentioned that i LOVE whales?

this whale box and other animal boxes just like him can be found here.

xoxo gossip girl

how old is to old to still be watching teen soaps?  hopefully never because this 26 (almost 27-year-old) does not plan on stopping anytime soon.   enjoy.  

tea cozies

after spending hours on etsy.com last night looking for pillows and anything nautical themed (Lindsay, Jessica and I are redecorating our apartment) i stumbled on these sweet treats - tea cozies found at knitstorm's shop. 
i like the pink best! 

things that made my friday special

Walking up this morning and still not feeling that well from my three day cold - i was expecting 

to have a not so good Friday, but surprising it has been pretty great.

1. My roommate, Lindsay had a cupcake (from cake love) waiting for me in the kitchen.  it was delicious. 
2.  I got the last two tickets in the front center section to see the Avett Brothers in October.
3.  I left work around 2:30 - i had finished all my work - and with my company in the month of August Friday's are optional.
4.  My BKM's husband is home.
5.  and MJ is coming over tonight to keep me company while I'm still a little under the weather. 

Hope you are having a good Friday. 

must purchase

Say Yes to Michigan!  How amazing.   I love the heart over Detroit.  Finding these today made my Friday so special especially since i have been a little down this week: my entire family is in Michigan at our family reunion.  Couldn't make it this year due to a new job but next year nothing will stop me.  c.w.f.h.l. 2011

{via iheartyou}

lusting for fall part 3

I want everything from Brochu Walker's newest collection.  How is it that one designer managed to make everything i want my fall wardrobe to be??   Start swooning now.

my favorite :) 

'the fall collection was was inspired by travel abroad.  long walks down cobblestone streets, late lunches in historic courtyards and days spent sightseeing'

how magical does that sound?
 it reminds me of a day in the life of Sarah G Tucker.

{via unruly things}

beautiful lights

how amazing are these lamps i love every single one - i kind of want to buy one for each of my amazing (15) followers.  thank you unruly things for the inspiration.

georgetown cupcakes

the most delicious cupcakes ever - and now they have their very own show on tlc.  i will be watching for my sweet friend Jessica Calvert (georgetown cupcakes catering manager) to make her television debut.

sisters and owners of georgetown cupcake

 how sweet are these treats

the sweet treats mj (with the help of Jess) got me for my 26th birthday.  carrot cake cupcakes my favorite.  yum.


DC Cupcakes premieres July 16th (this Friday) at 10pm

monday morning treat

John Baldesari  'Tips for Artists Who Want to Sell'

(via - c-monster)

first day of summer

Happy First Day of Summer Everyone!!  I have lots of fun planned for this summer - parties, visits from friends, trips, weddings, and moving into my new apartment!!

Here are photos from my favorite moments of Summer 2009

Georgetown Waterfront with the boys

a visit from these amazing people (Sarah, Shep, BKM and Em)

dinner with Hope and her momma at Oyamel (so good)

trips to Jays in Arlington

wine festivals in Virginia

4th of July at the Meridian

birthday celebrations with friends

save the music charity event

Nats games!

anytime spent with MJ (another stache pic for JB)

visits to Wilmington

Legg Mason Tennis

and finally, Zack being shut-down by a cougar via text

What are your favorite moments from Summer 2009...wont you share??

family in town

going to be heading to Ashburn tomorrow to hang with these guys.  

grandma and grandpa lee

and my momma

hope you are enjoying your weekend!!

newest obession: studs

I know i don't seem like the type - i usually fall on the preppy side when it comes to fashion - but i am obsessed with studded bags right now!  They came out a little while ago but i just can't seem to get enough.  Here are some of my favorites.

all found here

does someone want to get married??

i need to gift these special treats to someone soon...know any brides??

menu for tonight

I am slightly obsessed with food blogs at the moment and the kitchen sink recipes is high on my list of favorites.  I am going to attempt to make this treat tonight (kitchen sink recipes made it look sooo yummy)along with steak and veggie kabobs and corn on the cob.  Why the special meal??  MJ received his security clearance this morning (aka my boyfriend is a secret agent) for his new job - that he officially accepted today!! 

mac n cheese with kale (gotta get those veggies in)

my secret agent boyfriend

Send me your favorite food blogs and/or recipes!!

Butter London

After reading Sarah's post about nail polish i wanted to share with you my favorite - Butter London.  It's eco-friendly, the colors are bold and each polish is perfectly titled.  My favorite colors are: MacBeth, Tea with the Queen, Come to Bed Red and Saucy Jack.  (always makes me miss living in London...) 

and for all of you living in the DC Metro area - they now sell it at SMU

special treats

check out this sweet little clutch i found at smu today.  

it also comes in a soft gray.