The turn of the season always makes me excited. The time change never seems to come soon enough but this year it definitely snuck up on me. (Something about having a little baby to take care of). Since the days are longer and the sun is brighter I yearn for spring.

This spring I plan to...

1] Make all foods fresh. Think quinoa, pomegranate, feta salad & burrata, blackberry, apple salad. Mmmm. 

2] Drink more. More water. More iced tea. Maybe even a cold prosecco here and there now that I'm not preggers anymore.  

3] Turn the TV off and listen to music more.

4] Make a round of the house in the morning and open the windows to let the light and air in. 

5] Nap outside with my little boy nestled in beside me. 

6] Have a "welcome spring and warm weather" get together.

7] Venture to the dessert for some relaxation and soaking in the sun.

8] Dive into some of my Pinterest boards and start making things I've been inspired by.

9] Go for longer walks. Morning walks. Lunchtime walks. Sunset walks. I want them all. 

10] Bask in the gratitude that all things are made new again. The darkness fades. The snow melts. The sun burns stronger. The seedlings bloom.

Do tell...what do you have in mind for the new season?

warmth and relaxation welcomed

While the majority of my clients have been away for Spring Break, some had their break last week, and some don't have it until next week. That means that even though work is slow, I'm still not free to run off on a little vacation. [I'd LOVE to be somewhere warm...with warm ocean water!] That said, I think I can still come up with a little vacation in my own town, a "staycation" as they call it. Tomorrow my sister and I are sold on making it happen. With a day of lounging ahead, I am loving the thought of adorning with these goodies. 

[layout for by way of ney]

1] a bright bathing suit: There isn't anything about this suit not to love. The color is a perfect mix of neon green with a little pastel feeling. A suit that has a top cut like this, without straps, allows you not to have to worry about your tan lines differing from day to day. Plus, those ruffles...so cute and yet sexy instead of juvenile. It can be found at h&m for a mere $29 for the whole thing!

2] a comfortable fit sweater: Although the sun is beginning to creep into our lives more and more [yipeee!], it is still COLD in the shade. Unfortunately this sweater, by Vince, is not available online anymore but a similar one, bold stripes and great colors, is available at J. Crew.

3] a watch to keep it all together: There isn't many a Michael Kors watch that I don't love! And, in my opinion a watch is a piece that should look good and feel good on. 

4] a catch ALL bag: For a day out of the house and about town, being able to transition from brunch, to shopping, to something relaxing [read massage or manicure/pedicure or both], to basking in the sun you need a bag that can carry it all. This drawstring bag from Zara is a great size with perfect style flair. I really love the rope that they used for the closure.

5] a marathon shoe: A comfortable pair of shoes is a must when you know you'll be in them for the duration of a day. I love this pair of leather gladiators by Steve Madden. The best part is they have a mini heel so they aren't completely flat.

6] jean shorts: I know they aren't for every one but this California girl loves her jean shorts. They go a long way for spring and summer wear. You need a good pair too! Like these from Levis, these from Big Star Remy, these from J. Crew, or these from Forever 21.

first day of spring [2012]...rise from your dreams