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Happy weekend! 

After our peaceful + relaxing cabin trip last weekend, it got me thinking about what makes me the happiest.

I reflected on the things that I don't need in my life (stress, anxiety, material things) and the things that I do need (J, Townes, family, friends, passion, and a fireplace). 

It is always the small things that bring the greatest joy. Cooking together, laughing, creating things with our hands, reading, and friends - these are the things that keep me young + happy.

We are still looking for our paths, the right jobs (whether they exist already or how to create them), the quickest way to pay off our house/ save money, and staying true to ourselves. Despite the search, it feels pretty amazing to be able to enjoy things together...like coffee in bed (Johnny Cash had it right). It's awesome to at least know that our family is a happy one and we love each other's company...every minute, everyday, and every season. 

"Where we love is home,
Home that the feet may leave,
but not our hearts.” 
― Oliver Wendell Holmes

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Pendleton for Him

After posting my favorite Pendleton pieces for me (see here) - I figured that I'd share some awesome pieces for the boys. I think the sunglasses are amazing and would look incredible on J. The great thing about Pendleton products is the stylish look and quality of their pieces; however, their stuff is very pricey. #WorthIt!

Which piece would look best on the man in your life?
xo
[pendleton for him]

Featured Artist: Lillianna Pereira

These collages from the talented Lillianna Pereira are incredible. The different layers and images are so captivating. Make sure to check out her flickr page for a huge assortment of her work.

Guess I should have stuck with doing collages after middle school, huh?

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Election Day 2012

Happy Election Day! Hope you all get out there and do your part by voting!

This is a big election and the outcome will greatly affect this country. If you don't vote, you can't complain.

"Politics, it seems to me, for years, or all too long, has been concerned with right or left instead of right or wrong" - Richard Armour

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Pendleton For Her

Happy Monday!
It sure is hard going back to work after a laid back weekend in the north GA mountains.

A few weeks ago I got lucky and scored the Pendleton Levi's poncho above - for $19 at TJ Maxx! I wore it this weekend in the mountains to stay warm and it looks perfect for Fall.

I thought I'd share some of my other favorite Pendleton items (I am a huge fan - see more here)!

xo
[Pendleton for Her]

Wash Your Spirit Clean

Happy Friday folks!

"Keep close to Nature's heart... and break clear away, once in awhile, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean." - John Muir

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Stubbs + Knobs

 

Three years ago, J + I inherited this beautiful hutch cabinet from his grandparents. 

Inheriting this piece was bittersweet since it was after the passing of Granddaddy. Not only is this hutch special, because it was in Nana + Granddaddy's home for his whole life, but also because J's great grandfather Stubbs (Granddaddy's father) built it! The craftsmanship is very sturdy and this piece is by far the heaviest [and favorite] thing in our home.

We have discussed refinishing the wood at some point and possibly the mirror since it is very old and cloudy, but we figured we'd start with a mini face lift by replacing the knobs.  The original knobs were black with circular grooves. 

We took a trip to Hobby Lobby and saw that their knobs were all 50% off (perfect timing) so we bought the 8 knobs needed for this project. We wanted to pick out some knobs that had an antique feel but we also wanted to brighten up the piece. We decided on these blue-green metal knobs and couldn't be happier with the final result!

Voila! 

It's so wonderful when a cheap and quick project completely changes the feel of a room. Although we didn't plan for it, the knobs even compliment the wall color perfectly!

 

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