Times are a Changing

Ellie starts back to school today. It's bitter sweet as some would say, but to be honest I am floating in the more bitter side of things. Don't get me wrong I am SO excited about her new teacher who I hear is amazing and love her (private) school for too many reasons to count. I adore watching her grow and learn, but simply I will miss her. Ellie, KJ and I had the best summer. They are at the age where its pure fun. One of my and her favorite activities was horseback riding. We will continue throughout the year so this I will look forward to weekly.

Inspired {birthday edition}

So today is my birthday. It has been a great year. Maybe the best ever...

Growing up having children and being a stay at home mom never fit into my wanderlust dreams. I wanted to be a career woman and travel the world. I must say that I would not have it any other way today though. I was truly meant to be at home with my children.

This is the first year I have really liked my hair without having to do much to it. I had the keratin treatment well over a year ago and my hair never went back its wild and crazy self. It's summer and I can actually wear it down. I also think Moroccan Hair Oil is a little miracle in a bottle. The Mr. is a little worried though that I may go all Rapunzel if I don't get a trim soon. Ha.

So what did the Mr. and I do over the weekend while the kiddos were in bed? We played legos. Odd I know, but have you seen the Architecture series for Lego. I adore it.

This bathroom has reminded me that I don't HAVE to have a separate bath and shower while on our real estate hunt. I would be more that content with a combo like this. This makes the cute little bungalows a possibility.

Then I look at this image and think maybe bigger is better. Ha. High ceilings, more space to decorate, I could go on and on.

She makes me want to get out of my blue jean shorts that I wear practically everyday and put more thought into my outfit. Today I just may put on my white jeans, a cute top, and heels. We will see.

We are celebrating my birthday tomorrow. Nothing fancy like last year. Just me and my little fam. The Mr. and the kiddos also took some time this weekend to clean out the kiddos bedroom, laundry room, and our room. I cried. Have been a bit busy lately and the house has suffered. It makes me feel out of sorts. I am now one happy gal.

Minted + Free

You know I love Minted. They made my Christmas cards that happen to be all over pinterest apparently. Ha. So I am guessing most of you are fans too. Well, they let me in on a little promo that they are having. For one month they are giving away 25 free business cards for simply registering on their site. How fun it that!

These are the cards that I recently ordered. Love the soft pink backing...

I think I may need to get some more in a new fun design! What are you going to choose?

Good Design {a guest room}

I came across this guest room design done by Casey of Loft & Cottage. I love the pattern, layers, textures, and use of color.

Gorgeous right? You can go here to see some befores. What a transformation!

A Shop to Adore

Do you recall these boots I posted about last winter? Well, let's just say this rainy summer has been made better because of these very boots. They are Ilese Jacobson's from Monika's shop Splendid Willow Avenue. Monika has quickly become one of my favorite people. She is sweet, sincere, has gorgeous style, and is one I hope to meet face to face one day. I was ecstatic when I heard her shop is expanding. She is keeping true to her Swedish roots and stocking items with a Scandinavian feel. I adore it to say the least...

And the boots that I adore...