i want this so bad

turban headband.

When my hair gets to be a little longer, this is exactly what I'll be doing.

the perfect boots (that aren't ridiculously pricey).

I found these wonderful boots on the D.S.W. website. About a half an hour after I found them, my size ran out. How lame is that?

i heart

I've been trying to keep the "I wants" to a minimum, a la Miss Maryn's shopping fast, but I think these just might fall under the "I need" category. Plus they're less expensive than the real thing at this point. Grr.



9 pseudo-Polaroid frames, $18, Urban Outfitters. Anyone else ready to say "Merry Christmas"?

And while you're at it: I want this.

here's my month's worth.

Ultra pretty purses found here.

Glorious Swedish (!!!) Kanken backpacks through crewcuts or Fjallraven. I want one, but they're $65. Someday I'll be able to afford one. Someday.

Cord TOMS. Beautiful. (These are the ones I'm getting for my birthday. Hallelujah.)

Super cute retro phones. Someday I will also be able to afford one of these. Found here.

ONE LAST THING... Check out Poketo for Target. Awesome Asian cuteness.

mary janes. (two posts in one day! possibly more!)

I really want these shoes. Problem is, they don't fit my feet right and they're not the greatest quality. But they're so darn cute! Plus you can't pass up two for $20. That's just crazy. Found here on Urban Outfitters.

if I had lots of money, I would buy these dresses.

Found here on Shabby Apple.

Found here, also on Shabby Apple. Except I would get a blue one.

P.S. Why is it that I am the only one posting now? C'mon, sisters. I believe in you.

this is so darn cute.

Found via 21st & Ivy.

matt costa.

This good man, MATT COSTA, is coming to Salt Lake. To sing. On October 22nd. Everybody get excited! He's so great! Be there or be square.

Fatty 1 and 2

The girlies had their well-child checks today. The doctor said that our girls are off the charts amazing. We seem to agree. :) Abby is 34 lbs and 38 inches tall. Claire is 15 lbs and 24 inches long. Claire's a little fat for her length. :) The doctor was also super impressed that Claire is holding up her head really well and she was laughing at Abby during her appointment. Hooray for awesome girls!

Claire is going to find her toes soon. I know it. I don't know why this picture wouldn't load right, but here's Claire in her straddle glory.

Abby is quite the artist. :) She does this by herself now. Eyes, smiles, and all.

Abby is super excited to have her own room back! And Grandma Larsen sent a new ballet dress that fits her perfectly. I think we wore it 4 out of 7 days in the last week.

howdy howdy.

I think these shoes are really pretty. But alas, I am on a three-month fast from shopping. Gift, anyone? *wink wink*

Also, check out here and here for some cute ideas.

bookcase(s) of the day

of the day, people. You can check it out here. And you'll love the rest of I Suwannee too. Unless you're blind.

you bet your bottom dollar I'm posting again.

Oh, what I would give to have long hair and amazing hair-styling skills.



Found here on The Polished Pickle. I love The Polished Pickle. A whole post should be dedicated to that blog. SO WONDERFUL. Go read it, right now. You won't be able to stop.

ooo... pretty!

I really want this dress... and I just might buy it. Okay, so it's still $128... But it's so pretty! And I could wear it to Homecoming and like, my wedding reception or something! I love it. See here.

good read.

The Children of the Promise series. I don't know what to say about these books except they're great, and if you're into WWII and the 40's in general, you'll love them. But to be honest, anyone would love them. The story is incredible, and of course, it's a part love story. Go here for more information about the first book, Rumors of War.



Lookie, lookie, a follow-up series! For those of us who couldn't get enough of the Thomas family, Dean Hughes wrote five more books. Score. However, these ones are set in the 60's and 70's, and the main characters in the first series are now forty-something year old parents and their kids are now teenagers. I know a few adults thought these books were a bore, but I enjoy them. They center around four of the Thomas grandchildren and their growing-up years. These books definitely aren't quite as packed with information as the first series, but I still like them because they're about people my age. It's pretty neat to see how teenagers lived back then. Okay, that's probably enough. Go here for more information about the first book, The Writing on the Wall.

P.S. It's historical fiction, although most of the events really did happen. Just the family and some of the other characters aren't real.

when I have my own family

I'm doing this. You should too. (Actually, Lauren and Ashton, you should start now.)

Please, do tell

I have been searching far and wide for one yard of this fabric. If anyone knows where I can find some (without having to pay a shipping fee) please fill me in. I loves it. Thank you.

YouTube on a Monday

This might become a regular occurrence. But let's just see how it goes today.

My awesome friend Mike pointed me in the direction of Pomplamoose, a duo who produces Video Songs. Every sound you hear, you also see.

Oh, and they sound awesome. Here's a song for each of you:

blessed shoes: Gap city flats.

I know they look weird and puffy and peculiar, but trust me, they rock. They're practically leather socks with padding. And get this: they fold in half!

"Tell me more!"

They come in about a zillion different colors including ballet pink, black, lasalle red, purple rain, and signal fire. And those are just the ones they sell online! There's even more in the stores. Beautiful, I know.

Oh. And guess what.

(source)

NIENIE OWNS A PAIR.

If you would like to check them out, go here. Don't buy them full price though, wait till you have a 40% off coupon or something. Then they're about $20.

everything you can't

You want some chicken salad? I made it with ham.


Yes, Maryn, I totally stole that off your Facebook page. Because I laughed really hard, and then tried to remember where it was from. And then I remembered.

Best Movie Ever.

Okay, not really. I mean, there's no British gents to swoon over. But there is Nick Zano--WAIT. Yes there is! Her imaginary friend is British.

Score one for the cheese. Now let's go watch.

i like him. he likes you.

Maryn, this is for you.

I tried to comment on your post today, but it wouldn't let me for some reason. So here it is:

Oh Maryn.... if you love British men, I have yet to get you started on the wonderful world of BBC and their super attractive gentlemen. ;)

And I'm glad the guy made your day! He was probably trying to flirt with you. But who wouldn't? You're super beautiful AND nice!

I'll add a blog list

but in the meantime, this blog will entertain you for hours. Or until the babies wake up.

Color Me Katie

I'm particularly fond of the Improv Everywhere events she documents, but everything is, well, colorful.

My on-the-go lifesaver

This is what I like. Lip gloss. I discovered a couple weeks ago that even on days when I feel the absolute frumpiest, lip gloss can work magic. This is the lip gloss I have--but I think it applies to any kind. So I've learned that sometimes all it takes is a little mascara, blush, and some lip gloss and I'm set. And I still feel cute. And I have shiny lips.
The only problem is Abby has noticed too and frequently asks for "lip gloss" in a somewhat British sounding accent.

perfect

raise your hand if you're surprised my first post is about books. yeah, didn't think so.

but did you know that my first post would be more about book design? or that i would eschew capital letters?

feast your eyes on these: the perfection of coralie bickford-smith's designs for penguin classics. and now you can buy them at your local bookstore. end of the pining (once i finally splurge).

Open-Air Kindergarten

Sam's future school located in Takarazuka, Japan, designed in 1992 by Kat­suhiro Miyamoto.

oh glory!

Pretty sure an introduction to this blog isn't necessary, so I'm just going to plow right on through to my first item.


Bam! Glorious handmade ribbon earrings. Aren't they just beautiful? I'm fairly certain they'll become my new obsession. Plus they were modeled after these Anthropologie earrings:


Pretty wonderful if you ask me. Tutorial found here.