on link love...

Today has been a day of getting caught up with things around the house. With Sebastian's full new schedule of speech class and preschool I am back to a five day work week. A-Okay with me! But having that extra day before to get caught up with cleaning and other things was a treat and now I am finding myself getting back to trying to fit it all in and also trying to enjoy what weekends are really for! So far so good and it totally is a great thing when you have yourself a really great kid. Other than all this I hope everyone's weekend is going as planned! Here are some links I've come across this week that I love...

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I've been on Pinterest more than usual lately and came across this ladies Pinterst board and seriously can't even believe how awesome it is. And suddenly I don't feel so bad about being on Pinterest so much...just go ahead and look and you will understand.

Have you heard of the website Tiny Buddha? It's a great place to head on over to if you feel like you need some spiritual inspiration. A lot of the topics are simple ones that we all face in our daily lives but just being able to read about the topics and hear that these things are normal and even be given tips on how to make things easier on ones self is quite nice. I feel like people in this day and age don't express themselves enough and suffer the burden of whatever pains them. I always think we all should do what makes us happy and in order to do that we've got to be honest with ourselves. It takes courage sometimes but in the end it can be really worth it. I've learned this lesson numerous times!

Swooning over this Etsy shop. I love everything!

This wicked and crazy porcelain espresso machine is blowing my mind right now. Clearly it's a product made by a European! It's quite fascinating how it works.

Have you seen the new trailer for Breaking Dawn Part 2 that was just release at the VMAs by the cast? A shiver went up my spine watching it and now I'm even more excited for November 16th to be here!!

I've fallen in love with this cosmetic junkies website. This way I can keep up with all the latest raves. I can fall a bit behind on these things and I always feel like I get stuck in a rut with my cosmetics. I don't usually stray away from my everyday things. But lately I've been more adventurous with my lip glosses & lipsticks so that's a good start!

William -Sonoma has me inspired by all the lovely fruits & veggies that are in season for Fall. Go see for yourself and click on each item to view to-die-for recipes.

xoxo.

on a happy spring...

Hurrah! Spring has sprung. Well, actually Spring has made an appearance here in the Philadelphia area for the past couple weeks. I mean come on, it was 75 degrees today. Huge smile. Although we had a pretty peaceful winter I am beyond happy that the sun is shinning and the evenings are brighter. 


For me there is nothing more blissful than cooking in my bright kitchen with the back door open and the birds chirping. In honor of today here are some Spring inspiration...

Time for fun Spring shoes. How do you like my new oxfords? They make me happy. 


It's back to grilling season. Here is thirteen things you didn't know you can grill. Must read!


Dresses! I currently have my eye on this one. 


These yummy shakes. Cannot wait to make some tasty smoothies and shakes with my new blender that's on it's way!


Red Velvet's new Spring time scarves. I need to snag me one of these. 


Does anyone else have a lady crush on Ree Drummond-- The Pioneer Women. 'Cause I do! I need her lovely new cookbook for some new recipes. Go here and enter to win it. Giveaway closes this Thursday, so go now! 


Currently loving all things coconut. So I will be trying out this sweet treat very soon! 


Happy Spring. 

♥A.

on link love...

Today has been simply marvelous :) Have you ever had one of those days were you accomplish everything that's on that mile long to-do list that you have and with disbelief you didn't even break a sweat?! Yeah, I totally had one of those days. Earlier in the week I suffered from the Mac Daddy of all migraines. I get them every so often and fortunately seeing as I hadn't had one for a good four to five months this one decided that it missed me and gave me all it had. Boy was I hurting. It happened right on my day off and there I was curled up on the couch not even lifting a finger. By the way let me just say hallelujah to my husband. So in honor of a very productive day I leave you tonight with some link love. Enjoy!

Found a new website with neat things, Uncommon Goods.

And off that website I found these brilliant tipping teacups. On my must buy list!

Kaylah's outfit post. Oh my! And with the wintery backdrop, stunning! I want to be her best friend. Stocker-ish? Maybe.

Currently almost through with watching Downton Abby on my kindle fire! Julee got me hooked and I've watched seven episodes in less than two days. Having such a lovely portable device is the greatest, I watched a whole episode as I washed dishes this morning! Win win if you ask me.

Elycia's chevron afghan has me inspired. I would really love to create one of these gems for my living room.

Swooning over this ring I found on Etsy. It's so whimsical!

Vintage mirror set that is most definitely making it's way into my bedroom. Our makeover is happening in one week!

Finally watched Water for Elephants. In. Love. Wish I could travel back in time so I can attend the circus.

Free People's January lookbook is to die for. If only I could win the lottery...a girl can dream!

♥A. 

on link love...

I adore this photo of Sebastian having some fun in the tub. 

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Here is what this family's little Elf on the Shelf has been up to. So cute! Can not until next year to get creative with Sebastian's elf. Another tradition to start :)

This recipe of No Knead Challah. Must make this, I need some challah in my life!

45 of the Most Powerful Images of 2011. 

Jimmy Kimmel's Holiday trick on kids. Quite funny and cruel at the same time!

This Peppermint Brownie Trifle. Feel my butt becoming large just by looking at it! 

Must have one of these vintage quilts. Aren't they just darling!

Do you believe in home remedies? Well, I've found 10 tried-and-true home remedies. Quite interesting. Totally going to try the Headache remedy. Cayenne pepper & peppermint? Who would of thought.

An owl purse that is oh so sweet. 

Loving these word's from Julee. 

♥A.

on some link love...

This adorable hat. On my list of things to buy off this whimsical etsy shop.


My new fun food blog that gives me lots of inspiration in my kitchen. I urge you to check it out!


Another etsy gem. This ring.


I want long hair just so I can do this to it! Seriously isn't it the cutest thing ever?!


Swooning over this camera bag. Camera bags have become my new obsession.


Loving Shelfari. Such a great way to organize and keep track of all books you intend to read or have read already! 


Is is wrong that I'm starting to create a liking to cowboy boots? I blame my son. I want these even if they are ridiculously priced and I would never buy them. 1. 2. & 3. 


This book that I bought for having some fun with Sebastian on these fall & winter months ahead.


Love our new favorite--Piatto Grille. Best calamari and wild mushroom pizza we've ever had! And seriously their mushroom ravioli's are to die for! Both Bobby and I think this restaurant has made our top 5. Mouth is watering, great. 


I heart how fabulous facebook can be for networking! If you are looking for a seasonal job I'm hiring over at my Saxbys shop. Email me!  


I am so going to make this DIY Triangle Bunting Necklace that Kaylah over at Dainty Squid has up on her darling blog. So cute!


These spooky Halloween adult beverages are crazy wicked. My favorite gals did a good job and I'm not going to lie that I'm surprised that they were still standing afterwards :) Love you girls!!


I've never made caramel apples before. After seeing these on the Pioneer Women I think it's about time!! Yumm-o!

♥A.

on links I love v.1...

Why is it that today has me feeling like Fall has arrived! I know, we're still in the 80's here during the day but I just can't shake having the urge to drink pumpkin spice lattes with a pumpkin muffin on the side. It's finally back to being Autumn and I am do a little jig happy! September & October are both my most favorite fall months. September because well, Bobby and I will have been together for 5 years on the 19th!! I still can't believe that. And October because of Halloween :) So much fun to be had. I can hardly wait for all the festive fall baking I can get back to doing. Pumpkin pies or just really pumpkin anything & everything. Hurrah.

In light of Autumn being but a breath away here are some of my current favorite links I love. Happy September. 

First, have you seen my interview over at My Happy Life by the Bay? It was loads of fun :) 

I love this sweet little shop. Cute stuff. My favorite are these stamps. 

I think this view on having another child is intriguing. 

Wouldn't I look really great in this? With some tights and a cardigan. 

Keeping you and your family safe. Did you know there are Apps out there that do just that? Here is a great blog that shares five. Already downloaded a few on Bobby's Ipad :) 

Defiantly excited to make this recipe. One of my favorite soups.

Splitting family faces. Oh. My. God. You have to see this. Sort of creepy.

Lastly, some blogs that I am currently enjoying. One. Two. Three.

♥A.