4 dresses...

While looking through a few magazines this weekend I found three dresses I must have for Spring/Summer.

1) Ella Dress - J.Crew

This little number will look just as good with wedges or flip flops as it will with heals.

I am thinking it is perfect for a beach wedding or a night out on the town.

2) Del Ray Dress - Backcountry 

Loving this soft fabric.  The Del Ray dress can act as a cover up at the pool or beach.

I will also wear to work on a Friday, when I want to be relaxed and comfy. It will look super chic with my red Tom's.

3) Vortex Dress - anthropologie

Classic. Audrey and Jackie O. dress.  

You will have this dress for years to come. Perfect for a evening wedding, a day at the office, or church on Sunday. You won't go wrong with this little investment.

4) Sunny Day Dress - forever 21

The Sunny Day dress is only $15 and comes in two other colors.  

Heck, I just might have to buy all three. 

Again - this is perfect for an afternoon wedding, friend's birthday party, church or work with a cardigan or blazer over it. This dress makes me happy - guess that's how it got it's name.

  

Happy Dressing!

come back spring...

So right when we thought Spring was here, it got cold again.  I always invest in nice workout gear for this reason.  On Saturday mornings, I enjoy going to the gym and then running errands.  If you have cute, comfy gear, you still look presentable when going to Whole Foods and Target after...you never know who you might run into.

These are some great options for this time of year when we don't really know what to wear.

www.lululemon.com - stride jacket

www.lululemon.com - tank

www.athleta.com - lounge tank

www.athleta.com - printed vata pant

www.athleta.com - printed vata short

www.eastbay.com - nike free 3.0 

Happy Weekend!

my favorite time for....candy!

Easter is coming...and that means my favorite time for candy.  My two favorite candies beside Sour Patch Kids are Peeps and Robin Eggs.  There are also the delicious Cadbury Mini Eggs. I have limit myself to so many per day.  You either love or hate Peeps.  I know, I really am like a big kid.  Today - go find your inner kid and enjoy your favorite candy.  Being healthy is a given, but sometimes you have to treat yourself!

Another one to try and new this year - Peepsters - chocolate covered Peeps...wow!

the gold bar.

I discovered these delicious little treats at the Healthways' cafe.  Around 3:00 PM I start getting hungry and need some energy.  The Grab The Gold snack bars are just the thing I need for a pick me up.  They are made with peanut butter, oats, chocolate and crunchy soy nuggets. All organic and natural and taste just like a no-bake cookie! The best part is they have 11 grams of protein.  They are made locally in Franklin, TN so are pretty easy to find at shops around Nashville.  You can also order by clicking here.

Enjoy!

the wedge.

I found these Tom's wedges last summer, but being brand new on the market, they were sold out.  It took me a little bit to try the Tom's flats...they are so comfy and support the wonderful "One for One" mission... for every pair purchased Tom's gives a pair of shoes to a child in need.  I think I will buy a few more colors this spring.  I wanted something a little dressier, but still earthy and casual.  The wedge is the perfect solution. They create length and show off those calf muscles.

Loving and wearing this color...it also comes in black and cranberry.

Comfy and stylish!

{photo credits: www.nordstrom.com and www.joaniebean.blogspot.com}

happy.

Today it actually feels like spring.  I loved coming home from work, getting Stella out of her crate to play, listening to the birds chirp with the back door open.  The dafodils put me in a good mood just by looking at them.

So thankful for all of God's wonderful creations.  Pretty amazing how the flowers know when to bloom, the birds know when to sing, and the sun knows when to rise and set.

Happy Spring! 

stella.

So I have not done a post in over a week because Justin and I got a little bundle of joy...
and patience. Meet Stella!

Justin surprised me with Stella last Sunday.  After much research, we discovered a Cockapoo (Cocker Spaniel/Poodle mix) was the dog for us.  We have taught her how to sit and stay.  She is smart as a whip and so friendly.  We are working on house training...long nights...but she is getting better and better.  If you can't tell by the pictures, she loves her little sock monkey.

More blogs to come as we create a new routine and learn how to train a puppy.

this is for the G's...the garlic and ginger that is.

Another great find from our trip to San Diego is the Grater Plater.  We found these when visiting the Farmer's Market on Cedros in Solana Beach. This is now our favorite kitchen toy. You can grate cheese, chocolate, ginger, garlic, cinnamon, and nutmeg with this plate.  The best part is it comes with a brush and garlic peeler.  You can use the dish to grate fresh parmasean cheese, put a little olive oil, then dip your bread in it.  Delicious!  Justin and I didn't realize all the ways we could use fresh garlic and ginger - it makes a world of difference to the flavor it adds to any dish.

For only $20, these make great gifts and are very easy to clean and store.  Etsy has another very cool option.

Grate away!

distinctive design.

Notice my new header.  It is compliments of my dear friend Meg.  You can find her work at Worboys Design.  She has over five years experience in design work for various clients.  
I love her style - simple, classy and clean.

{photo credit: worboysdesign.com}

If you are getting married or having a baby shower, email Meg to design your lovely invites.  She is fabulous to work with and has a distinctive eye for style and design.

Thank you Meg for inspring me to start a blog and the wonderful friend you are!

Xo, Em