perk me up

I am absolutely smitten with this little shop. It is full of wonderful, antiqueshly happy things. If I had a few bucks to spare, I would happily buy out the store and give my place that perfectly quirky me look. The tableware would be the first to go.

a wonderfully perfectly perfect day

Yesterday I went free kayaking on the hudson, and I honestly do not know if I have had that much fun in ages. It was relaxing, it was fun, it was adventurous, and all ended perfectly with a milkshake :) 

this is to you

"You may not be her first, her last, or her only. She loved before she may love again. But if she loves you now, what else matters? She’s not perfect - you aren’t either, and the two of you may never be perfect together but if she can make you laugh, cause you to think twice, and admit to being human and making mistakes, hold onto her and give her the most you can. She may not be thinking about you every second of the day, but she will give you a part of her that she knows you can break - her heart. So don’t hurt her, don’t change her, don’t analyze and don’t expect more than she can give. Smile when she makes you happy, let her know when she makes you mad, and miss her when she’s not there." -Bob Marley

Via Le Love

well hello there september

September is going to be a good month. 

I brought it in yesterday with a picnic in Central Park with one of my dearest friends, Jessica, who just recently got engaged. We sat up on our  hill over looking the little boat pond whilst joking about blow-up-doll dates, first dances to Frankie Valli's "I Love You Baby," and how she wants to walk down the aisle to Edward Cullen. The greatest thing about Jessica is her overwhelming positive spirit. We can laugh for hours no matter what the circumstance. What happened next, is every girls dream come true. I shopped without having to pay for anything. Thats right, wedding registry. It might be the most fun game ever invented, and the most addicting. We quickly realized how carried away we had gotten when we started registering her for pine-cone and pumpkin candles. They are festive! no? 

While today may have been one without the park, and all the giggling of yesterday; it was perfect. I think I am still flying on my high from yesterday, and if so, I never want it to end. And as I sit here writing this, the air filling with the sounds of Mama Cass Elliot, I know. I know that no matter what happened this time last year, and what ever is headed my way, I can handle, because I have this moment to look back on. Maybe this seems silly, but happiness from nothing is the best kind of happiness there is. I will try to send some your way. 

Via NeverShoutTahnee

a question for all you blogspot pros

Is it possible to put a youtube video into a post? or must it be from a file? Your new neighbor would appreciate the help. 

I'm asking you,

Please don't go. I don't think I can be here all alone. 

via Around the Bend

I'm jealous

I have never had the pleasure of having one constant in my life. Friends have come and gone,and loves never stay long. I never had the choice but how to learn to be happy alone. I know what movies I can always count on to make me smile, and what songs will always make me dance. I am ok. I never understood people who are so dependent on others. The majority of my friends, or so it seems, are not happy unless they are in some sort of relationship, or in the arms of another. These are strong girls who appear so weak; their entire happiness depends on another. I would give anything to be able to open myself up like that to another. 

via le love

thanks for a loverly weekend

I spent the weekend in central park, soaking up every ounce of this beautiful weather. There is so much to do here in the summer without  having to spend much. The city comes to life in the summer. It can be a magical place.

A place where you never have to grow up…

…where MJ’s spirit thrives…

and of course, plenty of romance

There is something perfectly quircky and magical about this home. It just looks like the happiest place. How could you even think a depressing thought there? I would love to call it home. Grow old. And have my grandchildren play on my tree swing.

image via To Get Lost

why hello world

Today is a new day, and a new blog to share my love of everything beautiful with all of you. I look forward to being dear friends. 

Sincerely, me.

image via Around the Bend