Happiness is life with lots of colors... Happiness is starting my mornings with strong, bold coffee... Happiness is being the Mama of these two... {images: 1 2, } What's happiness for you? Happy Monday everyone. xx
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An Everything In Its Place Kitchen.
I've always admired those kitchens that seem to have it so together- everything in its place, no dishes in the sink, you can actually see the countertops, floors so clean you wouldn't need the 5 second rule if you dropped food on it... Alas, a clean kitchen...
I Spent the Day In a Wedding Dress…
It's our wedding anniversary month(next week to be exact) and since I didn't wear a traditional wedding dress on our wedding day because it wasn't in our budget- (in fact our wedding day was free of all the bells and whistles but most definitely brimming with love), I...
Amara Interior Blog Awards.
It's no secret that I am absolutely addicted to design and enjoy blogging about it, so I am thrilled when others find my addiction appealing enough to nominate me for an award- especially for the Amara Interior Blog Awards! I was nominated last year, but didn't get...
Sleep Bohemia.
Copious layers, patterns, textures, splashes of greenery, a sense of adventure, and color abound in these bohemian bedrooms that i've dubbed, sleep bohemia... This past week has been filled with completing projects(can't wait to share with you soon) and I am looking...
Tropical Vibrations.
via It's no surprise that the tropical landscape is a favorite of mine since I was born among its lushness in Jamaica. I am loving the tropical vibrations of all of these spaces adorned with the quintessential banana leaf and palm tree tropical plants. via Have...
Plates on Walls.
thedesignfilesThe other day, I went thrifting and saw some decorative plates that were on sale. I was so tempted to get them, but didn't because I wasn't sure where I would place them or if I even had sufficient wall space. Instead, I am living vicariously through...
Highlights from our Family Reunion 2016.
Hello everyone! Sometimes, you have to take a blog break to slow down and enjoy life's simple pleasures with family and loved ones, especially amidst all the craziness that's happening around us. Last week, we hosted a fantastic family reunion and today's post...
10 Ways to Embrace Red, White, and Blue this July 4th.
ralph lauren home Do you incorporate patriotic touches of red, white, and blue into your decor for July 4th? I actually love the idea of adding splashes of patriotic colors for July 4th in the decor although I mostly go all out with the colors on the outside... lonny...
Plants on Shelves.
homestolovePlants have an uncanny way of infusing life anywhere they are placed and shelfies with plants are just so joyous! Photography | Maree Homer Styling | Kirsten Bookalil homestolove homestolove pinterest pinterest pinterest homestolove my own plants on...
Weekend Recap.
I finished reading the book I mentioned here and I feel so accomplished. When you're a Mama of little ones, finishing a book can be quite a challenge. I also beautified this pot with a cactus as a gift for a friend who celebrated a birthday. I painted the rim of the...
Pink Touches at Home.
I hear today is National Pink Day and wanted to join in on the fun and take a look at some pink moments around our home. Though I've since repainted the kitchen, it is still pink and I do miss this bold and fearless shade. Of course, I couldn't leave the office out of...
Happy First Day Of Summer!
old hut at a garden Summer is finally here and I couldn't be happier! Isn't this a lovely she-shed? Create your own she- shed for Summer with colorful potted plants, window box planters, and paint. Add a bench for extra seating which makes the perfect spot for reading...
I Have This Thing With Birds.
nuevoestiloEver since my one room challenge that was influenced by feng shui and included the addition of birds,my addiction to birds has not wavered. Now I have a little collection going. I've been seeing lots of birds; (whether it's wallpaper, art or...
A Bathroom Update with Removable Wallpaper and Paint.
It's hard to believe that we've been living in our home for about five years, but still have a number of rooms that are untouched. The process of decorating/designing ones house a home takes time and I am thrilled with the progress made so far! This bathroom is...