I've been on a summer hiatus (I know). It's just been too nice out and with so many things on the go that this poor little empty blog has suffered at the bottom of things to do. I've also found myself getting caught off guard by the fact that (OMG!!) it's already September! While sadly this means that summer is quickly coming to a close it also means that it's time to welcome back cozy sweaters, crisp air and quality time with friends and family while gathered around a table feasting on deliciously warm and hearty goods! Autumn really is my favourite of our four seasons for it's short lived beauty and feel. They all have their highlights though I've come to appreciate, but there is something about the autumn that feels so inviting as we begin to prepare for the calm and stillness that follows it.
...and on that note, there is more to come over the next few weeks as I play a little catch up here.
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"It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold - when it is summer in the light and winter in the shade." Charles Dickens, Great Expectations
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Friday, July 9, 2010
Thursday, July 8, 2010
july blog features
Happy July! We're in the dead heat of summer here in Toronto. Scorching temperatures in the low 30s this week plus the humidity has been making it feel closer to the low 40s! A recently caved and had a window AC unit put in my bedroom so that I could at least get a good nights sleep (and trust me, I tried to go without!).
I haven't been very active on this blog in recent weeks... the warm weather aside its just been a busy time and it was difficult to get my mind to focus in on any one thing to blog about. I also didn't want to just post something for the sake of posting something, so I decided to hold off, take the break that my mind was telling me to take and just do my own thing for a bit. Funnily enough I was always checking out others blogs and doing lots of reading so I thought I'd share some of that with you.
So in no particular order here some of the blogs I'd like to feature for July.
The Vodka Blog is great blog. Allison really mixes it up and always manages to find the most wonderful images that really capture the tone of whatever she is writing about. She's got a serious eye for style and fashion and her writing is frank and witty.
Some time ago my good friend Carolyn shared with me an article from Psychology Today. I've been hooked on reading about the madness of the mind ever since. They cover topics ranging from relationships to brain evolution, and from parenting to creativity. It's a daily go to for me.
And speaking of Carolyn, she is a talented photographer who has recently added a photoblog to her website. Her wedding photos are beautiful! You have to see for yourself.
Lunch with Mary: eager to learn as much as she can by taking as many people out to lunch who she can learn something from. It's a simple idea and so brilliant.
Forever is Today: great images, with love, from Sweden. I know, I just have an affinity for Sweden... maybe because it reminds me so much of parts of Ontario in the summer. She also features her collection of antiques and other collections.
Cannelle et Vanille is also a long time favorite of mine. I salivate seeing the pictures and feel nostalgic reading the stories that go along with everything she makes. A true inspiration for enjoying the simpler things in life.
So that's if for today. I will try to feature more another day. Keep cool!
I haven't been very active on this blog in recent weeks... the warm weather aside its just been a busy time and it was difficult to get my mind to focus in on any one thing to blog about. I also didn't want to just post something for the sake of posting something, so I decided to hold off, take the break that my mind was telling me to take and just do my own thing for a bit. Funnily enough I was always checking out others blogs and doing lots of reading so I thought I'd share some of that with you.
So in no particular order here some of the blogs I'd like to feature for July.
The Vodka Blog is great blog. Allison really mixes it up and always manages to find the most wonderful images that really capture the tone of whatever she is writing about. She's got a serious eye for style and fashion and her writing is frank and witty.
Some time ago my good friend Carolyn shared with me an article from Psychology Today. I've been hooked on reading about the madness of the mind ever since. They cover topics ranging from relationships to brain evolution, and from parenting to creativity. It's a daily go to for me.
And speaking of Carolyn, she is a talented photographer who has recently added a photoblog to her website. Her wedding photos are beautiful! You have to see for yourself.
Lunch with Mary: eager to learn as much as she can by taking as many people out to lunch who she can learn something from. It's a simple idea and so brilliant.
Forever is Today: great images, with love, from Sweden. I know, I just have an affinity for Sweden... maybe because it reminds me so much of parts of Ontario in the summer. She also features her collection of antiques and other collections.
Cannelle et Vanille is also a long time favorite of mine. I salivate seeing the pictures and feel nostalgic reading the stories that go along with everything she makes. A true inspiration for enjoying the simpler things in life.
So that's if for today. I will try to feature more another day. Keep cool!
Monday, June 21, 2010
summer solstice
Summer is officially here! I'm celebrating by going to the park and staying until after sunset with some friends. You never know what to expect at the park these days...
This past weekend I kicked off the start of summer with some good old, rural Ontario 'garaging' as the locals called it (a.k.a hitting up garage sales) with my mom. Scored a few treasures which mostly included old books - Canadian Encyclopedias, a book on Canadian Natural History, a very retro National Geographic book on the universe, some books on old mythology, and National Geographic magazines from the early 80's.
I also picked up glassware at the local Value Village for Kristen and some lovely teacups and saucers for myself (pictures coming soon). ...So, who wants to come over for an afternoon of tea and reading old National Geographic magazines, next rainy day?
For today though - Happy Summer Solstice, and may your mid-summer night's dream be everything you wish for!
This past weekend I kicked off the start of summer with some good old, rural Ontario 'garaging' as the locals called it (a.k.a hitting up garage sales) with my mom. Scored a few treasures which mostly included old books - Canadian Encyclopedias, a book on Canadian Natural History, a very retro National Geographic book on the universe, some books on old mythology, and National Geographic magazines from the early 80's.
I also picked up glassware at the local Value Village for Kristen and some lovely teacups and saucers for myself (pictures coming soon). ...So, who wants to come over for an afternoon of tea and reading old National Geographic magazines, next rainy day?
For today though - Happy Summer Solstice, and may your mid-summer night's dream be everything you wish for!
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