I ♥ Thursdays: There's no mistaking...

Whataya know!?!?! It's my favorite day again!!! I am so excited to show you what I have been

eyeing this week on the web! ....

....and, shocker....

there isn't one Valentine related item on the list!!!

Why?!??

Well, because I have a whammy of a post for you tomorrow

that will more than make up for it!

I didn't realize it until I finished this post...but there is kind of a theme going on here...

a little bit western-meets- hippie-meets-vintage....I'm not surprise really hahah...

kind of reminds me of ...my house/closet/personality hahahaha

Hope you all enjoy!!

this necklace is all kinds of amazing...

.... this little vintage gem...would look fabulous on my rust-colored kitchen walls....

friends, meet some of the wonder that is shop Thrush...!!!

my friends over at Musty Musts are just teasing me with this little vintage blue bird... adorable!!!

...come on...can we just talk about how necessary this crate is...I mean...love!!

do I even need to say anything about this amazing light fixture?!?!?!

Source: blogs.babble.com via Deb on Pinterest

totally doing this for the kiddos!!!!

We've been super busy today...

I running errands and baking goodies!

Tonight, I whipped up some yummy Pollo Asado

...and it was so delicious!

Hope you all have a fantastic Thursday night!!!!

I ♥ Thursday: Let's Share

Hi loves!!!!

I have to say, I have missed doing this little weekly segment...but somehow it keeps getting away from me...

must.end.now.

why?

because I do love it so....

and I love sharing things that I love with you!!!

Because lets face it...we gotta get the good stuff out there....

I'm not hoarding from you gals (and guys?)

you're too special...

duh.

Source: jamesann.tumblr.com via Kelly on Pinterest

... my mantra lately...it's been a daily reminder...

Source: rachelchristinehaas.tumblr.com via Rachel on Pinterest

...i'm kind of in love with this....

Source: mybakingaddiction.com via Kyra on Pinterest

...this could potentially get me into a lot of trouble...but be so delicious all at the same time....

Source: thestir.cafemom.com via Sarah on Pinterest

...kind of want to do this for Valentine's day....and then leave it up for the rest of the year...

ya know, because it's so awesome!...

Source: rocky-breeze.tumblr.com via Maya on Pinterest

...feathers? i'm in...and yes, I am predictable... ;)

Source: etsy.com via Elena on Pinterest

my fingers would be so grateful....

Hope you enjoyed this late-night eye candy...!

Do you like a lot of pretty things or do you focus on one "goal" purchase at a time?

Happy Friday tomorrow!!!



I Love Thursday: The Special Things

You all made my day with your sweet comments on my last post. Sometimes it is really difficult to hit

the publish button after typing up a post that is personal, emotional and raw. As a blogger, you never really know how your feelings and thoughts will be received, so I thank you all for being so kind...

though, you all are always so very kind.

♥

This week, I thought I would do something a little different for I ♥ Thursday.

There are so many beautiful things to see and "pin" ( for you pinterest addicts like me)

that I thought I would step back and admire some of the things I have been loving

this week, that are closest to me...in my own home.

Hope you enjoy it!

 this little, solitary, peach-colored rose ( nearly the same as the ones in our wedding).

I sent the Mr. an "I love you email".... & this is what he presented me with at the door, when he came home from work.... ♥

 My parents touched my heart with this Christmas gift. Truly one of my most treasured items. This camera was my grandparents.My dad, tells me he has pictures of himself as a boy that were taken from this very camera. Be still my heart. I smile every time I walk by it.

 ...that Mr. of mine... gave me a get well card this week.... how sweet is that?!?! Poor thing, was just as sick as I was, but he went out of his way to show me he was thinking of me still!

Have I said I blessed I am?

♥

...Thrifting trip with my parents during the holiday break... I scored this little vintage chalkboard (the back side is all slate!) for $1...uhuh...and it is the perfect pop of color for the blue walls Luca has in his bedroom... how cute is this!?!?!

I am so glad I was able to go out with my dad to our favorite "junk shops" ( as he calls them)... it was kind of "our thing" to do together ,when we lived down the road from them last year. I have missed that so much, and I'm glad we made time for it!

How about you? What are some things you have been cherishing in your own home?

Kind thoughts/gestures, a new recipe, a decorating change? I wanna hear about it! 



I likey... and a phone app raid...

Back again!

....and baring goodies might I add...

Since, I haven't been consistenly keeping up with I Love Thursday, with all the hustle and bustle

of holidays, birthdays and such the last month or so... I thought I would just pop in and share

a few things I have been raving over lately.

Sound good?... of course it does!

I got this polish for my birthday...and was a little scared at first...

I am all about color, don't get me wrong, but this had me a bit worried...

but I love it...and I love how quickly it dries...I am usually an OPI and Butter kind of a girl

but I am pleasantly surprised by Sally Hansen!

I snagged a quick pic to demonstrate :)

I also, have recently discovered the wonderful world of the top coat ...

I know, where have I been right?!?! It's amazing stuff and keeps my polish on

for several days...and no chipping!!!

Source: theglitterguide.com via Melinda on Pinterest

This week I began incorporating these detox/health smoothies into my diet.

I have never tried anything like it before...and again, I was mildly skeptical.

After 2 days ( yes, I said 2!!!) I have had only 2 cups of coffee...and I have energy I

haven't seen since before I had kids...I'm still going and it's legitimately past midnight!!!!

This isn't a plug....but, ummmmm...you should jot down these ingredients and run...no

fly to the grocery store...you should have been on this stuff like yesterday.

I saw this diy and decided to try it.... the results wayyyyyy

exceeded my expectations, and I cannot wait to share the results with you all!

this song has been on repeat for 2 days straight... I cannot be mad.

I love this song...and damien rice. You should too.

this book has officially landed on my wish list... thanks to

a fellow blogger and her wonderful advice!

Hope you are having a great week so far!

What are some things on your favorites list right now?!

I ♥ THursday: Current

Friends!

I have painted nearly the entire day...

I.am.tired.

Someone please tell me why I decided to do that?!

But, man do I love how it looks...!
....and I knowwwaaaahhh.... I have seriously got to post some pics!

anyway...here is my current eye-catchasssss! In no apparent order...

for your viewing pleasure!

remember that book I said I was reading last night?

Well, this is the one! Our pastor wrote this book and so naturally, I would read it

but I am truly blown away at how relevant it is to my life at this moment...so clear, so simple

... the book was written for the not so theological minded...like me...it's like layman's terms.

I highly recommend it! You can find it here! ...and the picture via

Source: thebeautydepartment.com via Bre on Pinterest

...I love this...and I love that I did this bun like daily in the 90's when I was like 12...

yep... I just said that...

does this count as a "new do" if its been more than 10 years since I've sported it? lol

Source: andrewharlow.co via Elena on Pinterest

this is seriously one of my most favorite photographs to date

so calm...so seclusive... love!

Source: us.allsaints.com via Justin on Pinterest

...there's really no justification for a $95 pair of children's boots...

but in the small sliver of chance that there was....

I would flat out pick these...

Luca would look so killer in these lol

Ebayyyyy!!!

hahaha

Source: Uploaded by user via teal & tea blog on Pinterest

if I could have a bed...any bed...this would be on my top 5! love the zen!

Source: glamour.com via Tanya on Pinterest

this article was really interesting... ! Anyone out there use home/natural beauty remedies?!?

What is/has been your experience with it? Good/bad?!?!

Source: shu84.blogspot.com via Elena on Pinterest

this is some seriously amazing art... hugely inspirational!

Hope you all are having an awesome night!

What are some of your current must haves/wants ?!?!

I ♥ Thursday: Where'd I Put My Random?!...

Hey all! Back as promised with a little bit of what has been catching my eye lately!

I am a little all over the place, this week, but that's kinda what has been catching my eye...so let's roll with it shall we!?!?!

Source: None via Lesley on Pinterest

friends, meet my new favorite nail polish...and it only costs the equivalent of your first born child...seriously...it was my birthday present to myself ( shhhhh...)

this bag via hoakonhelga is seriously making me want to save my pennies...

Source: lefrufrublog.blogspot.com via Kasey on Pinterest

...guess you all know what I'll be doing tomorrow...such a stinking cute idea!

...what's a border-line hippie to do w/out an elephant racerback from ZenThreads...I mean, come on... this is life or death ( note the sarcasm).... but this is an awesome tee!!! ... Luca would fight me for it...and win...

I am pretty picky when it comes to jewelry...but seriously, this necklace from TarnishAndTrue has been on my top 5 for a while now...so gorgeous!!!

Source: None via Tamara on Pinterest

...and these boots? Well, they're called "come to mama" ... you didn't hear? lol

Source: designsponge.com via Megan on Pinterest

...on the hunt for some art for my walls...this is such a contender...well the idea anyway...

I have an idea in mind for making an art piece for my dining room...that's another post all together...

What trend/item/project has been catching your eye this week?

Have a lovely Thursday night!!! Seeya here tomorrow with a little DIY action!!!

I ♥ Thursday: rust, rust, rustic...

Hey, hey! I was finally able to get myself together enough to do an I Love Thursday post...I really do love these posts because, well, it's all about the things that I like lol... I know a lot of you all like it too, and  we all like to see a new shop or beautiful item that we have never seen before so, yes, I am very excited to get back on the Thursday routine!

Lately I have been really inspired rustic, handcrafted things...though I always am to a point, but lately I have leaned even more to the rustic side of things... I dunno why, just a phase maybe....nah... it's because rustic is awesome, hello! Anyway, here are some ( a handful really) of the things that have really made my top list! Enjoy!

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I kind of adore these rustic little wooden houses...

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love this rustic-esque chevron wall art!

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...oh come on now, arrows?!?!?! I do love those...!!

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...seriously want some shelves like this!!!...and all those cute little vintage items too!

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...while these kitchen towels are a little too new to be rustic...they do have that lovely rustic feel about them! This shop is packed with awesome stuff too!

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..I love everything about this crate...and will take about a dozen in my house...at any time... this shop also has a lot of lovelies that I would probably get into trouble with ( spending too much that is gahhhh.)

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...and oh am I ever in love with this letterpress letter sign....must.have.!!!

What are some things you're crazy over right now? Is rustic your style or are you more of a modern type? No worries here, I am kind of both...a little all over the place...so, per usual, everyone's style is welcomed and appreciated here!

Hope you all have a lovely night! Seeya back here tomorrow for an easy-peasy DIY!!!