happy friday

Its already Friday and I have hardly posted this week. Sorry to be so MIA, I've felt kinda heavy this week and slightly preoccupied, there's a lot going on around me and I've been running on too little sleep. I think I need a good weekend with my man to rest up and cheer up! And maybe a little trip to the J Crew Outlet store. 


Here is what I'll be dreaming about this weekend... 

Beautiful right!? Have a great weekend!!

all images via houzz

Necklace

Check out this necklace I finally made. I talked about wanting one just like it, I had seen some and been thinking about it, told Matt I wished I had one. Then he finally said, "Why don't you just make one?" So I did. 

I like it because its delicate and classy and a little bit artsy too. And it doesn't take away from my outfit, just adds a little bit of shine. I have earrings with the same leaves, but I don't wear them together. I wore out the matchy-matchy side of me when I was 14.  I think this might make the perfect gift!

1/2 marathon

Well, we did it. Last weekend my sister and I finished a 1/2 marathon! It was exactly what everyone said, hard, amazing, fun, an accomplishment and exhausting.  At one point it seemed to last forever, but just knowing that awesome people who love us all across the country were thinking about us and cheering us on was so amazing. So glad I did it, and I couldn't have (or would've wanted to) do it with out my sis. 


If you are thinking about running one, do it! Or if you want to up your mileage, do it! It's so much easier to actually do it than to psych yourself out, which takes way more energy. And trust me, I know all about psyching yourself out.

finishers!

Will I do another one? ... Ask me in a week or so :) Have you done a 1/2 or even a full?? I got a 13.1 sticker in the mail from my dad the day after the race — along with a note saying congrats and that he has a 26.2 if I ever want that one too...  Thanks dad!

tourism

Its not often that I get to be a tourist in my own town, but I always love the opportunity. Since my sister was just here visiting, we got to do some things we don't usually make time for - it was so fun! We didn't go crazy with a carriage ride, or a trolley tour, but we did take our time wandering around this historic town, soaking up the architecture, blooming flowers, stroll through the park, and window shop in all the stores I always drive past. There is so much to see and do!

It was such a treat to slow down and enjoy what is constantly going on all around me. Matt and I rarely spend our days lazing around downtown, but its such a fun past time! I guess that's part of the perk of having guests, taking them on mini tours around town, you get to be a part of the tourist scene yourself.


Do you ever explore your city like a tourist would? Camera and all? I was shameless this last time, taking pictures of everything. It's so fun to discover the new [and old] things that are happening.

forsyth park // pink magnolias in bloom make a heart happy

 giant tree, 300+ years old

 the paris market, we love this place!

 founded in 1935 - history

student work : shop scad // honey for everything, with taste testing too : savannah bee company

private patio bliss!

dreamy!! // i love a brick road - jones st. 

Do you ever stop to enjoy your city as a tourist? Go to the stores or attractions you don't normally stop for?This little town is a lot of fun, especially when its 80 and sunny - that's my idea of a weekend. Also, I was inspired by my sister to do a post about the front stoops of historical places in Savannah. I think that sounds like a lot of fun, look for more of that soon!

tree livin'

Some friends of ours are trying to build a tree house, like a real house in a tree. They want to make it a space that guests could come and stay and visit Savannah, like a tree hotel. Well, they have been asking all of their friends for help, input and ideas. So, when I was doing a little digging and searching, I found these, actual tree hotels. Designed by Scandinavian architects, these amazing whimsical tree houses are all in the beautiful woods of Sweden, doing their part to be as self sustainable and eco friendly as possible. 

There are six places to choose from, all having a different theme and concept, but all so cozy! 

Take a look at these amazing getaways!! 

So, are you planning your trip to Sweden yet? I think I'd love to stay in the Mirrorcube - but they all look fascinating. Make sure you check out their website with lots of cool pictures and information about each place. Those Scandinavians are so brilliant!!