life lately

picture perfect peony. grown in my mother-in-law's garden

watching a friend's volleyball tournament on alki beach

finally making our way to woodinville whiskey

a beautiful day for a walk in seward park

 trying out the new gnocci bar on capital hill

people watching one afternoon at gasworks park

selfies in front of the hollywood schoolhouse

the famous lemon lime tart at mustard's grill in napa

bright juices at whole foods

our almost daily walks around greenlake

picture perfect night at the mariner's game with friends

an 'oopsies' moment

brunch at easy street records

trimming up some carrots for a dinner party

rooftop picnics

rose display at bottlehouse

certificate of radiation completion. so proud of my momma!

wine tasting for the afternoon in woodinville

father's day gift guide

father's day is this weekend and it's not too late to get a great gift.

here are my favorite gift ideas for your fathers and mine!

ps. happy early father's day to my wonderful dad, step-dad and father in law. i'm a lucky girl! :)

1. a monogrammed tray perfect for keys, change, and doodads

2. the boat shoe that will never go out of style

3. retro record player and a few of his favorite old jams

4. classic leather iphone case, ipad case, or travel accessories

5. a dart board to round out the man cave/game room

6. a charming gold and marble bar set

7. nautical coasters perfect for a backyard BBQ

8. a new favorite leather watch

9. barrel-aged maple syrup from woodinville whiskey

10. my favorite french press on the market

beachcombing in hansville

did a quick trip to hansville this past weekend,

and spent our time walking the beach and celebrating my mother-in-law.

great little weekend getaway!

edmonds ferry landing

the handsomest co-adventurer of all time

little treasures

creatures, dead and alive

stray balloons

caterpillar infestations