M's Birthday, Part 1

Last night, we had a little party for M's birthday. We had a few friends over for cake and a bon fire in the back yard... the weather was perfect! Looking at these pictures, I feel so thankful for all the friends we have made here. It's so hard to believe that when we moved out here one and a half years ago, we didn't know anyone!

Happy birthday to my amazing husband!!! Let the celebrating continue.

I love you. 

L. 

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

This morning, we went to the St. Patrick's Day parade in Old Town...

Of course, what would a parade be without bagpipes? 

Everyone was really into it... especially the kids. They were determined to lay hands on some candy.

M and I watching the parade...

The water in the fountain in Old Town Square was dyed green for the occasion...

Of course, Georgia had to investigate.

Have a marvelous weekend! xo

Spring Break

Hello there. We are in the middle of a lovely Spring Break week. The weather in Fort Collins has been appropriately sunny and warm, and we have been spending lots of time outdoors. My pale skin has seen the light of the sun for the first time in months! Hallelujah! M is already tan. It is very irritating.

This past weekend, we took a ski trip with some of our friends from college up to Copper. The mountains were absolutely breathtaking! I didn't want to leave.


I feel like I always say this, but time passes so quickly! I cannot believe Saturday is St. Patrick's Day. I can't believe Easter is just around the corner, and we are already talking about yard work and pulling our summer clothes out of storage. (We can't put our winter clothes away yet, though, because in Colorado, you just never know when there will be a blizzard in May... I wish I was kidding.)

Happy Valentine's Day

This morning, M surprised me with flowers, and then we went out for pancakes at our favorite breakfast place. It was scrumptious. Tonight, we are staying in with a bottle of wine and a movie. And a chocolate torte. Don't mind if I do.

I love you all, valentines. Have a safe, fun, and romantic holiday.

Happy Weekend

Whew. What a week. We have been playing catch-up after our lovely holiday vacation. This weekend, I am looking forward to some serious play time. M and I are going on a little date - sushi and My Week With Marilyn at the Lyric. 

Have a good one! xo.

What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?

Tonight, we had a lovely dinner with my family at The National and then drinks at Trappeze. Fun fact: Trappeze used to be a coffee shop called Hot Corner, which is where M and I went on our first date!

Tomorrow, we are headed to Atlanta to spend New Year's Eve with M's family. What are you doing New Year's Eve? ;)

The Modern Bachelor

Yesterday afternoon, we went to see my brother's house. John is 21, and he lives in a house with two other college guys. I don't know about you, but when I think about my college dwelling places, good design is not something that even comes to mind. So when I stepped into my brother's house and saw the intentionality and careful thought that went into every detail, I was rather surprised. This further reinforces my belief in the power of good design, regardless of how much you spend. John's house didn't feel temporary. It didn't feel like a place where college students might live. It felt like a home. A manly bachelor pad? Sure. But also a home.

Here's one for the modern bachelor.

The front door.

The dining room. I love the National Geographic magazines and the mix-matched kitchen chairs.

Almost everything in the house was found at second-hand shops.

I think the vintage piano is my favorite thing in the house. Besides the light.

The mid-century credenza belonged to my Great Aunt May. I had my eye on it, but John got it first!

Vinyl collection in wooden produce crates.

The kitchen is such a cool, funky room. I love the blue.

The inside of the cupboard is painted a great melon color.

The living room. The wooden floors are painted a grey-blue.

I laughed when I saw that he had this print. John said, "Great life philosophy... Maybe not such a great wartime philosophy."

Love the milk glass.

The back yard. 

Hope you are all enjoying your holiday! We are cooking a pot of chili for dinner tonight, and I think we may watch a flick later.