Weekend Wonders

Most times when I am uploading weekend photos here I think to myself, "Self, it looks as though you had another mundane weekend."  It seems as though my weekends are not blogworthy.  However, it is quite the opposite in reality.  I look forward to weekends where there is nothing planned, and we can hang around doing whatever we please.  If we are staying in the city this means not leaving the house until 2pm, eating snacks for dinner, buying sugary sweets and sharing them while browsing consignments shops downtown, finally finding the perfect sized kitchen trash can for the world's smallest space after searching for ages for something suitable, and baking cookies for Mike.  Oh, and getting a jump on the September issues.  My absolute favorite month for magazines...All the fall fashion makes me exited for boots and wool.  

Happy 100 Julia!

Today Julia Child would be 100.  I hold a special place in my heart for her witty banter and awkward stance.  To me she represents a woman who charmed without being beautiful, who was quick witted without being obnoxious, and was graceful without being pretentious.  I have read almost all of her books and biographies and each time I am struck by how smart she was, and how involved she was in politics while still maintaining her cooking research and her loving marriage.  She was the best of both a career woman and a housewife, and I look up to her for that.

Happy Birthday Julia, you are a huge inspiration to me.

Don Draper

I probably fooled you with the title of this post huh?  It has little to do with Mad Men, except that I was thinking of Don Draper's (or any other male in the 1950's) in their weekend attire.  Khakis, white tee, and your done.  I think they had it right...and I can totally relate now since I have to "dress with intention" for my new job.  Which truth be told is kind of nice...I might have to document those outfits here as well.

This Summer...

Well it has been quite a summer if I do say so myself.  It started with the culmination of an insanely hard time in my work life.  After many months of battling with myself, I finally quit my job and got a new one.  I am so relieved, but at the same time it has also taken it's toll leaving me exhausted.  It's easy to forget how tiring it is to be in a new place with new people, and a new routine.  However, things seem to be falling into place, my new job is great, my co-workers are equally fab, and I am finally feeling back to normal again.

In the midst of my career switcheroo, we managed to fit in a lake vacation with my fam.  It was really great to get away from the city, soak up the sun, some laughs, and eat plenty of ice cream (my absolute must have every evening on vaca.)  It was really splendid.  PS the top pic is the view from my new desk...not too shabby huh?!

Strength Personified

A belated Father's Day post is in order since the craziness of the last week has finally calmed down.  My Dad is simply the strongest and bravest person I know.  He has taught me to have courage even though you may be scared, and that dreams are not worth sacrificing.  To look before you leap, but to leap none the less.  To work hard, but leave room for having a good time, and to always push on since ultimately you create your own happiness in life.  

I love you so much Daddy...I wouldn't be the person I am without your guidance, and I am so grateful that I have you.

Food Stuffs

Weekends are best spent making food that's too time consuming to prepare on work days when all you want to do is collapse on the floor when you get home.  Things like chicken soup and pop overs.  It is also a good time to experiment with new cocktails, and of course to order greasy pizza since you have time to sleep in to cure a slight hangover from too much drink or salt.  Yes, another reason why weekends should last longer than work weeks...so much more enjoyment would get accomplished.  Happy Monday!  

Life Happens

Life has been really crazy for me lately.  Let's just say a whole bunch of things have gotten shaken up, and I'm really excited for the upcoming months, but for now I am focused on enjoying the weekend with my loves.  Enjoy yours too...