it's the little things

Hello all!

[as tasty as they look - feel free to be totally jealous]

This weekend has been especially generous to me.  In the best kind of way too.

[and yes, there is a bad kind of way - such as, your dog being overly generous with sloppy dog-tongue-on-your-mouth kisses.  my dog is legit cute, but seriously - yuck.]

Let me give you the run down:

Friday, I woke up earlier than normal, which is actually kind of a pleasant way to start off the weekend.  After grueling studying time, I passed a beautiful, little rose on the ground - the crazy wind here as of late blew it off of a bush.  It really was quite a wonderful moment: to catch that little rose watching me, just waiting to make my day.

Later, I scored [big time] by finding some ripe, juicy blackberries & strawberries [my favs] on sale at the grocery.  [ergo, the deliciousness seen above]

And though this weekend has been boyfriend-free [le sigh], some me time has been needed.  Translation: sleep, berry goodness, blogging, bad made-for-tv movies, nap, potstickers.  Sure is more fun with your best friend by your side, though.

[le second sigh]

May I leave you with cuteness overload? [do i even need to ask?]

bathtime for baby sloths

salt on my skin, sun in the air

The title of this post pretty well sums up my past week, or [to relevantly use an entirely overused label] pure awesomeness!  Yes, you heard me right - pure awesomeness.  Indeed, I've had the salt-on-my-skin, sun-in-the-air, the-world-is-preaching-the-glory-of-spring kind of week.

May I catch you up?

[can you believe how perfectly blue that sky is?!]

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Now on to the importance of fresh, spring-y style!  My main focus for this spring is casual staples paired with bright pops of color.  And believe you me, your favorite bright colors can definitely brighten your whole persona!

Stripes.  Always a classic, but very prominent right now.  I found this gem of a top years ago, but it's finally getting its time to really shine!

Black denim with electric blue.  These black Levi's jeans have been an absolute Godsend of a staple.  And paired with this bright top, they get a little boost of freshness.

Winged liner.  Classic to a big, bold T.  Just freshen it up with some coral/pink blush and pretty pink lips.

Last but never least, I believe that bright lips spike your confidence tremendously.  My favorite way: pair sassy, red lips with a plain white t and jeans.  Definite go-to for summer, I can feel it.

* Tip for Happiness: try something bold!  And always smile.*

[Sidenote: title of post references lyrics to Free by Gavin DeGraw]

love affair wednesday

Now introducing some palpitation fun!  I'd like to define this blogpost-y trend as a nice, little accumulation of tid and bits that make my heart swoon each week.

Tulips.

[and no other words]

Perfectly delectable Spring days.  The amazing kind where the sun peeks through the trees and touches your skin.  The cooling air passes slowly over the hair on your face and arms.  And the forgotten birds make their presence once again with sweet melodies.

Also, dresses and brightly colored candy become MUST HAVES.

The always beautiful colors that appear across the sky at the beginning and end of each day.  And the Waning Gibbous Pink Moon earlier this week made it all the more special!

[Yep, technical name comin' at cha]

yours truly

Just a little about me... that's the point of a blog, isn't it?  I have a brother, two dogs, an ever napping cat, and happily married parents of 24 years this month.  Oh, and there's Owen, who's pretty neat.  And if ya hadn't noticed, I've got quite the red hair.  Little genetic gift from my beautiful, late grandmother.

Seriously, she was a doll.

hello blogging world!

My name's Leah, and this is boyfriend Owen.  And this little blog is dedicated to being a journal of our laughs, travels, and love.

Have an awesome day :)