va·ca·tion

1. a respite or a time of respite from something

2. a scheduled period during which activity is suspended

My definition:

1. a time spent with family & friends 

2. a time of rest

3. a time to laugh, watch movies, 

eat amazing food

4. a time that will make me 

smile later on because it was

just that special. 

To my wonderful readers: 

I hope you are enjoying, or

will soon be enjoying your 

own vacation.

I will share with you all 

about my adventures 

when I return home. 

(photos courtesy of: weheartit.com)

Friday's Finds

I love mason jars. 

They remind me of 

jam, lemonade,and 

an impromptu vase. 

Today I found these

mason jar treasures

from BootsNGus

Aren't they wonderfully

unique?  

(photos courtesy of:BootsNGus)

Little Finds

I was looking for a  present for 

a special girl's birthday coming 

up soon when I found these...

I felt like I had been on a 

mini treasure hunt. 

Embroidered Necklace 

by The Merriweather Council

Mama Bird Nest Necklace

by Trudy James

Silver Envelope Necklace

by Paper Face Studio

(Thank you to: The Merriweather Council,

Trudy James ,  Paperface Studio 

for your creativity and talent) 

Good Morning, Saturday

My favorite way to begin my day is with a hot 

cup of coffee.

If I were drinking coffee in

Boston...

Old Havana Mug

If I were drinking coffee in

New York City...

Semiotics Juice Glass 

If I were drinking coffee in 

Seattle...

Bright Morning Teacups 

And if I were drinking coffee curled up 

on my couch...

Piecrust Mug

(All photos courtesy of: anthropologie) 

Dreaming of Summer

I was thinking of summer this morning;

what I would like to do, 

who I would like to see, 

and spend time.

When I  found these beautiful

 photos by Keri Bevan they 

just spoke "summer" to me. 

Happy Friday! 

(Thank you Keri Bevan for your beautiful photos.)

All photos courtesy of:Keri Bevan Photography

A Piece of Paris (The Paris Print Shop)

I just found The Paris Print Shop last night, and "Oh, my!" 

The photographer, Nichole, captured Paris  in a way I haven't quite seen before.
Her photos also make me look forward to the day when I can experience
Paris for myself.

Paris Photography Collection~Black

Paris Market Photography Set~French Country

Paris Photography Collection~Green

Paris Postcard Collection Set~Brown 

Please visit TheParisPrintShop

I think you'll love it! 

*Thank you Nichole for your lovely

photos and creativity

Fly Away

Maybe I get it from my mother, but I love birds.

 I am not an avid bird watcher, nor do I make

 bird calls, but they always seem to capture

 my attention when they are in our backyard. 

Thinking of birds, I found these pretty

bird pieces. I hope you enjoy. 

Happy Friday!

Picturesque Birdcage Bookends

Sparrow Song Jewelry Stand 

White Bird Salt & Pepper Shaker 

Birds In A Nest Magnet Set 

(Courtesy of: Ruche

& Pier 1 Imports )

The Talent of June Shin (Jewelry)

I stumbled upon June Shin's website this evening, 

and I thought these necklaces were adorable. 

The Swift Lee Hope Necklace

Old Fashioned Bicycle Necklace 

Bryant Park Terre Necklace

 Jess Swift Mallory pattern Pendant in Bronze 

To visit her store, please go to: 

http://www.juneshin.com/

Spring in the Kitchen

I don't know if it's cold and wintery where you live, but here, where I live, it feels like spring. 

I am wearing sandals on my feet and there are daffodils bobbing their heads in the breeze. 

Here is a preview of what spring could look like in your kitchen! 

Fleur De Lys Cup & Saucer 

Farmer's Egg Crate

Milk Bottle Measuring Cups 

To experience a little piece of spring for your kitchen, please visit:

http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/category/kitchen/home-kitchen.jsp

(photos courtesy of: anthropologie.com0

Thank you, Anthropologie for always making it a special treat to visit your website!  

Manuela's Bindery

My beautiful sister-in-law Manuela recently opened up a shop on Etsy. 

She has a collection of beautifully hand-crafted journals, photo albums, 

sketch books, recipe books and, one of my personal favorites, 

a felt baby book!

I remember her telling me the process it takes to hand-make a book and it

made me appreciate holding a book and looking at its binding and cover more.

You can find her shop at: http://www.etsy.com/shop/Manuelasbindery

Enjoy! 

(Photos courtesy of: Manuela Ethridge)

Petals (Untamed Petals)

"The Untamed Petals philosophy is that the accessory makes the outfit" 

~Amanda Gilbert 

Untamed Petals hand-crafts hand-bands, halos, and sashes. These beautiful 

accessories are made from silk chiffon and vintage rhinestone trim. 

I think theses creations are lovely. 

http://www.untamedpetals.com/index2.php#/home/

(Photos courtesy of: google image) 

Finding Treasures

                                  

Yesterday morning, I picked up my camera
and walked through Hyde Park. I
wandered into an antiques store that use to
be an old house and found a
new treasure.  The owner told me,
"I started the store when I was
young and stupid and believed
things would turn out. And it
did. I put two daughters
through college with
this store."
She has owned this beautiful
store for thirty years; I agree
with her, it did turn out.

Le Cafe De Paris

"Bonjour! Welcome to Le Cafe de Paris! 
Here you will enjoy delicious and authentic french cuisine in a cozy bistro atmosphere! Our menus are perfect for early family breakfasts, business and more casual lunchs, dates and romantic dinners! 

Bon Appetit!"

Last Friday evening I was introduced to this treasure here in Boise. When I walked into Le Cafe De Paris I could feel an instant smile tugging at my lips; it was so peaceful and the air smelled delicious! I  had only come for dessert but as I looked at the dessert menu I realized "only dessert" was going to be much more special than I had originally anticipated. I had theCrème brûlée with espresso and it was perfect. Walking  out the doors an hour later, all I could think was "When can I come back?" 

Le Cafe De Paris 

204 North Capitol Boulevard
Boise, ID 83702-5922
(208) 336-0889

(Photos courtesy of: google image)