quiet Saturday morning

I love quiet Saturday mornings, especially when I don't have anywhere to be and I can curl up with my book and a nice cup of hot tea.  This weekend I am enjoying reading:


I picked this up after reading another book by Brady Udall, The Lonely Polygamist, which was a great read. I was sad to see it end. The character development was incredible.

I am off to embark on making a layered cake for Michael's birthday. We are celebrating tonight! Pictures to come..

Enjoy this lovely fall weekend.

just lovely

I love finding new blogs that are linked to the current blogs that I subscribe to. It's a great way to discover new stuff online. Here are some sites with handmade jewelry that I think are just lovely:

Inspired Designs:

Custom engraved rings from Heart and Stone:

and finally, Jewelscapes has the most amazing designs and stones:

Have a wonderful Friday everyone!

dexter

My reward after a long day of work, going to the gym, and doing general puttering around the house?

Watching Dexter. I am obsessed. I highly recommend it. Here is a Dexter-inspired poster:

espresso art

One of my favorite things about going to a coffee shop and ordering an espresso drink is when the barista creates a floating piece of artwork in my coffee cup.  Love these:







Have a wonderful Sunday evening!

fireplaces

So it seems our fall season has flown by and it already feels like winter. Brr! I don't know if I'm ready to see my breath when I step outside every morning to let the dogs out.  We are fortunate enough to have a fireplace in our house, however it is gas and I would love to have a wood-burning fireplace one day.  They are so cozy and I love curling up with a good book and a quilt.  On my wishlist:

rustic:



perfect for a cabin:



cozy outdoor fireplace, great for entertaining: