The Last Day of November...

November has flown by and I can't believe that December will be here in just a few hours! Have you done any of your Christmas shopping? I would say that I am more than halfway through. I always try to get started early so I don't have a mad rush towards the end. This past week has been a busy one. I had school and work, a doctor's appointment, and work for my internship. I also had the chance to babysit the cutest little boy with my sister and I got to hang out with Tara this afternoon and paint pottery. Sometimes life gets hectic and I don't like the feeling of just letting it all fly by. I really want to try harder to live in each moment and savor everything. One thing that always encourages me is the fact that God is SO good, even when things seem busy or bad. I want to try really hard to love life, even when things seem tough or routine. 

And with that, let's welcome December. 

Peace and Love, 

Em

Then Again...

 I have been wanting to read Diane Keaton's book, "Then Again," for forever and now I have finally cracked it open. I'm not even halfway through and I can't begin to tell you how much I love this book. It is beautifully written and she is such an inspirational woman! I love the way she talks about herself, fashion, and life. I can't wait to read more!! 

Peace and Love, 

Em

Go...

I adore this song so much. 

Peace and Love, 

Em

10 Things I LOVE...

 1. Perhaps one of the dreamiest photos I have seen in a while.    

2. I have a new-found obsession for these guys.    

3. Kinsey has posted some brilliant photography recently.    

4. The scarf of my dreams.    

5. The camera clutch from Madewell.    

6. Three twisted buns. Love this look!  

7. I mean, come on.   

8. A beautiful space for a dinner party.    

9. Some fun photos of Miss Dian Keaton.   

10. The "Tami" from Sole Society.   

Peace and Love, 

Em

Blessed...

 

I am so blessed to have the friends that I do. God has put them in my life for a reason and I am so happy that He has. I can't believe how lucky I got when it came to my close friends and I don't know what I would do without them. Last night Tara and I enjoyed dinner outside under twinkle lights and then some much needed frozen yogurt and a movie. 

Peace and Love, 

Em

Bundled...

I don't know about you, but I love the cold weather. You know why? Because it means that I get to wear layers! I love sweaters, scarves, tights, boots, and jackets and this is the perfect time of year to throw on some of your favorite pieces and bundle up. Hope everyone is staying warm! 

Peace and Love, 

Em

Thanksgiving 2012...

I hope that everyone enjoyed Thanksgiving with the people that they love and care about most. Most of our day was spent in the kitchen (I was on pie and sweet potato duty!!!). I have to thank my mom because she worked so hard to make sure that we all had a great Thanksgiving with tons of yummy food.  

Everyday I think of something new that I am thankful for. I think it's important to think of everyday as thanksgiving in the sense that we should always be counting our blessings. You can't take anything for granted in life and sometimes the smallest things can mean the most. 

Happy Thanksgiving from me to you. 

Peace and Love, 

Em

It's Up...

Twinkle lights, vintage ornaments, & hot cocoa. So, so happy that our tree is decorated! 

Peace and Love, 

Em

30 Days of Thanksgiving Vol. 2...

I am thankful for:

Day 11: Mom's Chocolate Bourbon Pecan pie. 

Day 12: Home. 

Day 13: Raindrops. 

Day 14: Kaleigh bringing in her mom's coconut blueberry muffins during a rough night at work.  

Day 15: Nights spent in front of the tv in sweats. 

Day 16: Days spent with my mom. Coffee followed by a shopping spree at Target. 

Day 17: Getting to talk to one of my favorite ladies who is all the way in Singapore. 

Day 18: Daddy-daughter(s) date to see Skyfall. 

Day 19: Vintage Christmas ornaments. 

Day 20: Hanson and all of their musical goodness. They will always be my favorite. 

Peace and Love, 

Em

10 Things I LOVE...

1. Black and White and Natural.    

2. Homemade Samoas. These look SO GOOD!  

3. I can't get over these cute booties.  

4. An outdoor Thanksgiving.   

5. Make your own tassel necklaces.   

6. Antlers.  

7. Skyfall. Such a great movie.  

8. "My Blood" off of Ellie Goulding's latest album. Can't stop listening to this track.   

9. Foxy.  

10. "Breathless" by Kris Tate.   

Peace and Love, 

Em

Oh My...

 So I may have spent some money at Target today. But look at all of this stuff...can you blame me?! Since we are heading into Winter I needed to get cinnamon gum and look at the cute 3-pack of peppermint chapstick. A girl can never have too much chapstick! The deer tray was just a must. I mean how could I NOT buy that? Then the Mossimo scarf and purse were just perfection. Sometimes a girl just needs a little good retail therapy! 

Peace and Love, 

Em

B&W...

Tuesday it was cold and rainy but the trees were popping out so beautifully. I decided to take a few black and whites just to capture the feeling of the day. 

Peace and Love, 

Em

Headed North...

Peace and Love, 

Em

Hung...

It has taken me long enough but yesterday I finally got some of the art hung in my room. With a lot of help from my dad I was able to get everything just the way I wanted it. I am in love with this wall already and I can't wait to continue to add to it with pieces that I pick up along the way! 

Happy Monday! 

Peace and Love, 

Em