Swaplet

I received the most wonderful package last week from Mouse as part of Amanda's Valentine's swap. True to theme, she used a glorious amount of felt hearts and strings to cushion the goodies she sent: a pocket mirror with an R initial, a Playing for Change CD, and a feathery valentine. Perfect!
The gifts were spot-on, of course; I've been listening to CDs lately since I purchased a car, and I am constantly making use of random reflective surfaces to check myself out. I doubt my appreciation for the feathered card needs any explanation.

Birthday Nebula

This nebula was featured as the Astronomy Photo Of the Day on my birthday this past year and I think that's pretty cool.

Not Party Juice

Today is Evan's birthday. Happy Birthday, Evan!
While I can't be there to celebrate, I hope he enjoys the day by making some of this yummy-looking punch. And if not, well, I'll just have to make some the next time I see him!
This drink would really hit the spot with an extra splash of liquor-- perhaps some gin or lemon vodka? Birthdays only come around once a year, after all!

Yvette van Boven via Design Crush

happy summer

Here's hoping your upcoming holiday weekend is filled with lots of sugar, sunshine, and fireworks. Evan is in town for a few days and we're hoping to visit Half Moon Bay, Berkeley, and San Francisco! What are you up to?

sunglasses, boozy popsicles (via oh joy!), secret sparkler message

Free Association

Today is a big day. All of the following is running through my mind:

PostSecret

evanpaint

Amy Nieto


What's on your mind today? Happy Memorial Day : )

Summer Plans

I was able to get a really cool internship this summer and will be spending 12+ weeks far away working. I'm supremely excited but a little nervous. 12 weeks is 3 whole months-- a very long time to be away from everyone I know and love! Overall, though, it should be a great experience and I'm glad to have the opportunity.

When I finish up I'll have a little over 2 weeks before school starts. I'm hoping to take some kind of trip... even just to the beach.

Does anyone else have big plans for the summer?

photos by Emma Uber

Happy Easter

Happy extended-weekend! Hope it's a good one.

Photo by Tim Walker.

Summer Checklist

I would like to remember everything I wanna do this summer (along with finding a Real Job..)
Making butter seems like it would be something fun to do for a yummy brunch. Although I will have to build up my arm strength, it seems like a ridiculously simple task.

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Pinch Me

It is Saint Patrick's Day! Hope it's a good one :)

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