Sunshine is pouring in through the window, brightly colored trees paint the forest behind our home. There's a candle burning, new music playing in the background and a mug of delicious tea nearby. My Mister's working intently on his homework while I type away on future blog posts. Our laundry machine hums upstairs. Cozy socks keep our feet warm...

Hello friends! I hope you've had a nice week. Mine has been a bit crazy, but in a busy/good sort of way. I know I said it before, but I seriously missed all of you. Diving back into blogging has made me such a happy camper. Do you have any fun plans for the weekend ahead? The following list of ideas, links, and creative weekend to-do’s are intended to inspire. Consider this a friendly reminder...

Hello my sweet friends. I hope the beginning of September is treating you well. My 2-year blogiversary is around the corner and to help celebrate, I am hosting a Sparkle Swap! This swap is all about bringing cheer to a fellow blogger. Send a package with 4 unique gifts — a bit of sparkle, a treat that soothes, something sweet, and a surprise...

It's been a quiet and productive day. Target and Whole Foods in the morning. Laundry tumbling in the dryer through the afternoon. Chili cooking in the crockpot for dinner. Autumn's approaching. The sun goes down earlier with each day. I've created a new playlist for the coming of fall, the farewell to summer. Songs4September. I hope you enjoy...

There's something about September that brings me happiness. It's still very warm where I live, but there's a hint of cooler times ahead. The seasons are starting to shift. This last 1/3 of the year always flies by. I think it might be my favorite. I have a few goals for this month. Intentions that I hope...

I pulled this playlist together a few weeks ago and have been listening to it on repeat ever since. There's a calmness to the songs, and a subtle romance to the way they mix together. Download the mix for your iPhone, or burn a CD for your sweetie. I've found this playlist to be a perfect accompaniment for the shifting of seasons. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do...

After a month of seeking subtlety, I've opened my arms and embraced October with a warm welcome! Fall has arrived, the final quarter of 2010 is here, and I feel ready. My intentions for September included speaking mindfully, drinking tea, practicing yoga and reading a few good books...