Five Things

/ our first glimpse of Spring was spent at the park having a picnic/

These five things are pretty self explanatory. The weather has been glorious and has called for open windows, picnics in the park, and walks through the outdoor malls to window shop. Of course, all these things are made a tad bit sweeter hand in hand with my cute husband. Finally we have some weekend time together, and I love it.

/ hosting a Cinco de Mayo bash with Mexican Coca-Cola /

/ these blooms are everywhere & they make me so happy /

/ lounging in a friends backyard while playing with the kiddos /

/ the Henry Ford Museum was just as fun as last summer's trip to Greenfield Village /

Five Things / Disney Edition /

/ resort details /

Our week at Disney World was too fun & I just couldn't share five photos. So, here are some extras for you all to enjoy. We went to all 4 parks {Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, Epcot & Animal Kingdom}. All of the parks are unique in their own way but I think the new Fantastyland won me over. Take me back to the sun, endless pomegranate lemonade, and all things magical!

/ rows of beach cruisers /

 / a day at animal kingdom /

 / epcot golf ball (at least that's what I call it) /

 / favorite ride: Expedition Everest /

 / delicate Asian inspired furniture /

 / gorgeous windows in China /

 / taking a break from all the spring breakers /

 / hidden mickey's /

/ the best parents ever /

Five Things

/ morning rain before the snow storm /
March is always one of those months I can't quite put my finger on. There aren't any holidays- St. Patty's Day I guess- but green isn't my color, getting pinched isn't fun, and let's face it, Irish food isn't good. March was always that month living in Idaho where I knew Spring was right around the corner, and then it would snow buckets and buckets in one night, just taunting all of us who were hoping for grass and flowers. Last year, I was laying out by the pool during my spring break in March, by golly. Oh goodness, I guess we will see what Michigan has to offer up.

/ new glasses from the coca cola factory in Vegas even make drinking water fun /

/ colorful & printed denim just waiting to be worn /

/ prepping for monthly craft night /

/ graduation items on the to-do list almost make it fun /

Five Things

/ convo hearts for some love day decorations /

 Well we made it back to our cute little home in Michigan after a week in Hawaii. It's been great having our own little space back and a normal routine. Even though it is cold and snowy, it has been magical being surrounded by snow flurries & the frozen lake. We are headed to Las Vegas on Sunday for a podiatry conference & an award ceremony for Derek, so this week has been spent getting our house together and remembering how to actually live in the snow. I think 3 winters in Arizona ruined us....whoops! 

/ pretty details on our vintage globe /

/ morning snow /

/ new traditional hawaiian quilted pillows for our bed /

/ a sneak peek picture of Honolulu /

Five Things

 / a trip to the San Diego Zoo /
 Today we're off for a week in paradise and we're both very excited. We haven't been to Hawaii since our honeymoon, and this time we're spending the week on the island of Oahu. The sun and warm weather will hopefully be able to refuel and energize us before we jet back to Michigan for a cold arrival and move in.  With a few fun outings to the zoo and Old Town, this week was also spent packing for me, and some studying, but mostly relaxing, for Derek. This boy deserves it, by golly!

/ fun wrapping and calligraphy for a thank you gift /

/ my favorite sea side plant /

/ tropical essentials; straw hats & bright jewelry /

/ mini guitars in Old Town /

Five Things

 / circa 1920's beach cottage on the water /

Derek returned from residency interviews this week a little worn out and tired, but confident in his performance. He had a bit of a whirlwind of a morning when Dallas received snow, and on his way to the airport was rear ended. When he got out of the car, he quickly realized the individuals who hit him were running away. Five seconds later they were up on the overpass wall and jumped. They were caught, but it begs the question, why is breaking both legs better than paying for a car accident? He's home safe and sound, and we now have two full weeks before heading back to finish off his last few months in Michigan. With the weather there being cool and grey, we are scheduling activities that allow us to be in the CA sunshine as much as possible, with some relaxation on Derek's part as well. 

 / wind riders off the cliffs in La Jolla /

 / scenic downtown skyline /

 / a growing collection of sea stars on the window sill /

/ a visit to the temple /

Five Things

/ our Christmas Eve table /
 Everyday the world amazes me. Whether it's outside on a cool crisp day, or curled up with a book I can't put down, I am constantly in awe and thanks. I consider myself to be very blessed & am going to take accountability for that this year in a weekly installment "Five Things", inspired by  the blog Cupcakes and Cashmere.  I am hoping that this brings everything full circle for me, and helps me realize what things I am thankful for during that current week, month, & season. Here are the things that made me happy recently and this first week of my adventure. 

/ a big stretch from Penny /

/ succulents in the yard /

/ having this boy around studying for the boards & interviews /

/ a walk around Coronado Island and hotel /