Visiting Germany

As I mentioned last week, I'm travelling back to Germany in two weeks to visit some family, and to see the sights. 

Two years ago I made a similar trip there with my husband, where we visited Amsterdam and London as well. The first time around, we had never been to Germany, or any of the other countries for that matter, so the short days we had there went by super fast. I am so excited this time to see some familiar sights, and hopefully soak it in a little better. 

walking around Munich.

Munich, Germany.

Flussen, Germany.

 Schloss Neuschwanstein. 

 Bavarian Alps.

This trip, we'll be spending two days in Salzburg, and six days in and around Munich. I've got sight seeing, antiquing, and flea markets on the brain!

Flower Power

I added some new annuals around the house this weekend that are luscious and blooming and make me so happy. 

If you follow my instagram, you may have seen this hibiscus plant on my front porch that is serving as a gorgeous reminder of my girl's trip to Marco Island a few weeks ago.

I also made a trip to Home Depot and picked up some potato vine, petunias, and dahlias (a new favorite) for our back porch. 

If you are just starting a container garden collection, I recommend finding cheap terracotta pots from A.C. Moore (or your local craft store). I got this medium size one for $3. Right up my alley. 

I decided to add a little flavvv by taping off the bottom and spray painting it white with some left over paint I had.

On the left are the Dahlias in my newly painted planter. On the right are Geraniums and Sweet Potato Vine I bought using a Groupon to a local nursery. 

 If you're wondering how the spray paint worked on the clay pot - it was wonderful. It literally took seconds to dry and it rained shortly after I took these pictures, and the paint held up perfectly.

I forgot to snap a picture, but we planted the Petunias and Sweet Potato vine in a window box off of the shed. It looks so pretty -- I'll try to get a few pictures tonight! 

I hope everyone had a lovely weekend.

xo

Happy Mother's Day

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I think this card is a pretty good description of mothers.

Happy Mother's Day! Enjoy it! 

Xo

The Hills Are Alive in Salzburg, Austria

I don't think I've mentioned up to this point that I've planned an impromptu trip back to Germany... in June! It all has happened so quickly, but in short, my cousin that lives in Munich is pretty positive she will be moving back stateside at the end of this year. As soon as we heard the news, my mom (who has been saying she wanted to go forever) asked me if I wanted to go with her to visit this summer, being that it may might her last chance to go before we lose our resident tour guide:) 

Well did I even have to think about it? Well of course not! Count me in!

So naturally, we were thinking while we are there, is there anywhere else close enough that we would like to visit? And that's when we decided on a 3 day excursion to Salzburg, Austria.

Being that The Sound Of Music is one of my all time favorite movies, which was filmed in Salzburg, naturally I am beside myself with excitement! 

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We plan on staying in the historic city center (more on that later) and seeing all of the major sites like the birthplace of Mozart and his home, Mirabell Palace and gardens, and St. Peter's Monastery. There are even quite a few Sound of Music tours out there that I fully intend on geeking it out at. 

Among all of those places, I also just look forward to just admiring the old city itself, in all of it's beauty with Austrian architecture set against the back drop of the Alps.

The dates are creeping up on me, so if you've ever been and have any must - do suggestions, please share! 

More details on our visit to Germany next time:)

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Mother's Day Gift Guide

Bud Vase // Cross Lines Scarf //Botanical Rose iphone Case // Rosy Blooms Card // Golden Knot Earrings // Gradient Blue Striped Pouch // Fan Fringe Necklace // Aztec Print Scarf

With Mother's Day quickly approaching, I put together a little Mother's Day gift guide for those of you who may be scratching your head for ideas. Really Mother's Day isn't about the gifts, but it's about thanking your mom for the constant support 365 days out of the year. Even if it's just a little something to make her smile and feel special. 

It's funny that now I have seen my sister become a mom and I have a new found appreciation for everything my mom has done for me in my 26 years. I will never stop needing her, my needs have just changed over the years. 

Girl's Trip : Marco Island

As I mentioned before, last weekend I flew down to Marco Island, Florida for a girls weekend with my best gals from college. We had the absolute most amazing time. Literally, we didn't do anything but sun bathe, drink fancy tropical cocktails, and eat. And maybe a little dancing and bad singing was had too. 

It is exactly what I needed to rejuvenate myself here at home. I feel like I've gotten a new wind and can conquer anything. Let's see how long this lasts, shall we? 

Jet Set : Girls Beach Weekend

This weekend I'm headed down to Marco Island, FL to frolic in the sand with 4 of my best girl friends. I plan on leaving all my worries behind for one weekend and totally embracing the rare occurrence of having us all together in one place, no guys, tons of girl talk, day drinking, sun, sun, and more SUN. 






I came across this image from Free People's May 2012 lookbook and love her easy breezy boho style. Below I've recreated the look.



Swim suit // bracelet stack // sunnies // fedora