Tuesday, November 29, 2016

Lafeyette Cemetery No. 1 in New Orleans


One of my favorite activities while in New Orleans, was exploring the Lafayette Cemetery No. 1. Since we visited a little after they had opened the gates, it was really quiet, and only a few other passersby ventured through. I was

Monday, November 28, 2016

Some holiday inspiration - 3 links


Every year when November comes around, Christmas vinyls begin turning on the record player, the scent of apple cider wafts through the living area, nights become a cozy affair with holiday movies, and shopping lists are made.

Tuesday, November 22, 2016

A Pinterest Inspired Thanksgiving Table Setting


Thanksgiving is in a couple of days, but if you're still thinking of a simple way to bring a bit of decor to your table, this eucalyptus idea is as minimal and elegant as it can get. I call this table setting pinterest inspired, because I never

Monday, November 21, 2016

French Quarter Wanderings - What I Wore


I love being in the presence of architecture with character, details, history, and charm. Therefore, it may sound as no surprise when I say that the French Quarter in New Orleans kept me in utter awe of the pastel colored buildings,

Thursday, November 10, 2016

DIY: Autumn Inspired Flower Crown


Although the season of autumn had a calendar date of Thursday, September 22, it seemed it was a bit at war with summer, who felt it was the more superior child. So instead of switching out my wardrobe for those long desired

Wednesday, November 9, 2016

The Cardenas Family - A family photo session in San Diego


Last week I made a quick, 48 hour trip to San Diego where I got to take photos of my brother's family. We drove to a nearby park, as the sun was setting, to capture a few pictures. Since this was my first "official" family photo

Wednesday, November 2, 2016

My November Book List


November has arrived, and although opening up holiday books seems like the reasonable choice, I will postpone those novels for December. Instead, I thought I'd continue with two authors I read from last month, which were