Quiet Post

Quiet post ~

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Breakfast

If I had my wish, I would invite you to breakfast at my home this morning. We would feast on delectable pastries and drink steaming cups of tea. We would talk of the chilly weather and how beautiful the autumn is, and about the fact that calories consumed with dear friends never count.

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And a Happy Monday

It's drearier than drear out there and I have heaps of homework to catch up on, not to mention a few books that need to get out into the post, but, by golly, it's going to be a wonderful day!

Sending you guys love and a Happy Monday!

XOXO,
Jewels

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Friday Favorites

one: fleur de nuit by whiteowl
two: Goldsboro jacket from LittleHouses
three: Cinnamon and sugar pinwheels from blisscandies
four: Tricycle by Pizpireta

Of course these are all favorites of mine--they're items I've hearted over the past few weeks on Etsy--but, I can't tell you how much I love that necklace from whiteowl. I just swoon looking at the picture!

Some of this

Been thinkin'... time for some of this!

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Weekend Photos

Our weekend ~

Friday Favorites

1. winter snowbunny hat by Thrush
2. the imperfect rose earrings by loleys
3. fall fox print by missbrigette
4. circus stripes cushion by bestillshop

After this must come a post on all the yumminess of life! Here is my Friday list:
- Steaming hot chai tea lattes in porcelain mugs
- The smell of fall in the air
- Watching the maples turn vibrant red
- Snuggling into my down comforter with my most recent issue of Martha Stewart Living
- Watching the third Harry Potter movie just for the background music and vintage-like scenes
- Snail mail from dear blogger friends - god bless you!
- Tickles from Andrew - I usually am a ridiculous site when he comes at me, I just flop like a dying fish, it's my best defense

What's your yumminess?

Learning

Every day presents us with an opportunity to learn something new about ourselves. These past few days seem to have presented me with many opportunities. They weren't obvious or obnoxious, but, rather, by taking some time and plowing through some good, but tough conversations, I was able to learn a few key things about myself. Such as: the fall brings about an incredible hermit instinct in me. It's not just a retreat, it's retreat and then full defense of my retreat. Meaning, I withdraw and then get crabby about it. Also, for some strange reason I'm more susceptible to sad moments. Maybe you've never had these moments. They don't seem to make any sense but I feel them intensely. I'm just sad. Thankfully through lots of walks, daily vitamin D, and snuggles with Andrew I seem to work through them. It just takes longer in the fall. In any case, I'm learning! Learning about myself.

All images are from the ever lovely Gemma Comas

Quiet Post

Quiet post ~

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Special little somethings

Wishing you a bright, cozy, and inviting week--filled with special little somethings that make you smile (like that adorable puppy in the last shot).

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Friday Favorites

one: two hoots by nativevermont
two: knotted dots bracelet by tqbdesigns
three: white heirloom pumpkin from sosaecaeteno
four: pheasant feather fascinator by elcamino70

I'm already looking forward to my lay-in tomorrow morning. We're going to take it easy, make a pot of coffee, and snuggle under the blankets!

XOXO,
Jewels

P.S. If you've ever wondered hot to best prep for a show, check this out! Thank you, Two Brunettes!

You are priceless

Finding the perfect image off of flickr: 2 hours
Writing a witty post: 1 hour
Checking all the blogs on your blogroll: 3 hours
Finding a kindred spirit across the country: priceless

To you, my dear friends. You are priceless!

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Absent

I've been absent for far too long! Absent in my posting here and in my "catching up" with you there. I'm sorry about that. These past seven days have proved to me that I can, and will, survive my science classes this semester. I had a series of four exams, both lecture and lab. And for those who are new here, let me just state, for this little artist, cellular respiration and the reproductive nature of viruses do not come naturally. I feel like I've set up permanent residence at my local coffee shop, drinking copious amounts of chai tea as I pour over my ridiculously heavy text books. I'm happy to say that I think I "get it," or at least some of it. Well, in any case, I'm back, for a spell, and eager to stop by and say hello!

Sending you love ~

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