BUENA VISTA COLORADO

Dress /// Thrifted Boots

Vintage Sweater /// Tee /// Pants /// Shoes /// Beanie /// Necklace

Jacob and I spent a lot of time outdoors while we were in Colorado, I mean it's just so beautiful we didn't want to waste any daylight. I always forget places like this exist in my normal day to day life in the city. Mountains, crisp air, blue skies, open land. Sometimes I imagine a slow paced life on the beach or in the mountains and then I can't shake it out of my head for days. That's where I'm at right now. Dreaming.

If you could live anywhere, where would it be?

BEACHIN ROMPER AND 15 THINGS

HAT /// ROMPER /// RING /// TOE RING

I want to wake up everyday (like our Mama) and choose to be happy. I don't always do that. Sometimes I feel sorry for myself or complain because I can be a brat, and you know what? No one, not even myself wants to be around that. I want to change that about myself so I'm making a habit of listing 5-10 things each day that I'm thankful for. Some days I try and challenge myself to go through the whole day without saying anything negative. Have you ever tried that? It is for sure possible. I've done it a few times and it really does make your day 100% better. I should do it more. 

Here are some things that I jotted down. The most simple of things bring so much joy to my life and I want to remember that when I get in my funks. It's embarrassing. I embarrass myself. Geez. 

The first moment you wake up and know it's going to be an awesome day

The first sip of coffee in bed

The exciting drive to the beach filled with laughter and good music

The sand in between my toes
This awesome romper

The sun on my skin

The wind in my hair

The love of my life

The cutest pup there ever was just running full speed

The conversations I only have with God

The best treasures from the sea added to my collection

The many sounds of the ocean

The memories with my Grandma that pop into my head daily...then make me cry

The long drive home with windows down and music blaring

The longest hottest shower...

The best sleep of your life because my mattress is basically a cloud

Now it's your turn, what are the small things that make you thankful or happy?

Man, do y'all remember where we were at last year?

Dang it feels good to be a Texan tee available here.

Last week, I decided to surprise Houston family and friends with a quick visit. It's amazing how much you can work into a day when you really want to.  My days have been filled with a lot of work and a lot of play and I wouldn't have it any other way.

I've picked up a few new tricks, since the last time I was in Houston. Most recent would be my egg poaching skills (thanks, Pearl!). Maybe I shouldn't call them skills just yet... ability? I'm still tweaking little things, but I enjoy having something new to master and any kind of breakfast food is my favorite. Thursday, Tim, Emma and Brandi were nice enough to test my breakfast. It was a slow morning and I don't think we actually sat down to eat until lunch time.

While we were all lounging in the living room, I was thinking how thankful I was for them and the rest of my friends that were busy at work that day. Somewhere near that thought, Tim says "Man, do y'all remember where we were at last year?" and we all smiled. I've been thinking about this a lot lately. It was one of those crazy years... absolutely one of the most challenging years for everyone in our little crew. A lot of growing pains, random campouts, a lot of laughs, maybe some whiskey, a lot of tears, and finally some breakthroughs. That season has come and gone and this new one is a beautiful wonder. I remember last year, and I'm looking forward with a strong focus. I think we all are.

If you find yourself having one of those days, weeks, months or years where everything is falling apart, just know you are not alone and you are not stuck. Keep focused on what you value and where you want to be. Keep moving. Surround yourself with really good people. There's another season ahead.