Back to Nature.

The weather this weekend was beautiful, and I took full advantage of the sunny skies. Late Saturday morning, as my significant other slept, I decided to walk to the local organic market, to pick up a few snacks for the week. It was a bit windy at times, but the sun was shining brightly, so it was a nice balance. 

For the first part of my walk, I was listening to HEARTSREVOLUTION, because I needed some upbeat tunes. Halfway through my walk, I decided to shut my music off. I felt as if I were cheating myself from my surroundings. I realized that there are at least three neighbors that have horses, that I had no clue about. How'd I know? My nose told me, if you catch my drift. 

I passed lots of neighbors running, taking a walk, and taking their four-legged friends for a walk. I met the cutest Italian Greyhound en route. His owner walked out of a driveway, about four houses ahead of me, and this little guy kept turning around to look at me. Finally, they turned around and we eventually crossed paths. When we met, he was so eager to meet me! I knelt down, took my sunglasses off, and got onto his level. He came over and gave me the cutest little kisses. That alone made my afternoon. I said goodbye to my new friend and his owner, and walked the few blocks to the store. 

I grabbed a few items, including Miss Amy's Blue Point Mustard (made with Blue Point Oatmeal Stout), and chatted with the lady working at the store. I love shopping at the local businesses in my area - everyone is so nice, and takes time to have a nice conversation. 

As I was walking back home, I decided to check out a barn sale. I had seen the sign when I was walking to the store, but had passed. I figured it was worth a shot to see what was there. I was hoping for some vintage clothing finds or vinyl, but no such luck. Mostly furniture and dishes. I did, however, find a few yards of lace. For $2, it was a steal. I'd much rather give the money to my neighbors than a chain store!

The walk home was a bit nicer, because the wind finally died down. A block away from the house, I pulled out my iPhone, to get a few shots of the gorgeous foliage. This picture does it no justice - its absolutely breathtaking when you are within arms reach, watching the branches sway in the breeze.

I am so stoked that the warm weather has been more consistent. I can't wait to spend the Summer traipsing across the island. Long Island summers are the best!

Five Things.

There were lots of occurrences that made me happy this week, and its only Wednesday. That doesn't always happen, so I am definitely grateful for that. Here are pictures of five things that made me smile over the course of the last forty-eight hours. Enjoy!

On Tuesday morning, Erich and I went to our favorite bagel store, where I scored a delicious BELT (bacon, egg, lettuce and tomato) on an egg everything bagel - beyond delicious. Little did I know that this bagel would be my last until Lent is over. We have a ritual of going by the water to eat breakfast. We arrived while the sun was rising. I opened up my window and started snapping on my iPhone. I would have taken more, but a truck had pulled in and happened to get in the way. This picture does no justice, it was absolutely breathtaking. Definitely a great way to start our morning off.

Tuesday night, I made juice with my mom. I really cherish the time I get to spend with her. While I redesigned my layout, I had some fresh juice in my yellow submarine coffee mug. I prefer all of my beverages to be in mugs, believe it or not!

This made me giggle, as I imagined the Former Secretary of Defense driving this. The Don actually dissed Hummer in 2004, regarding the lack of military Humvee production, so I doubt he'd be driving one of these.

Finding an avocado with the perfect consistency is not always easy. Today, I lucked out! As I started so slice my avocado open for lunch, I could tell the consistency was going to be perfect. With a bit of freshly ground sea salt and pepper, I was a happy little lady!

I thought my Chanel sneakers were MIA, but I actually found them at my parents the other day. I am definitely stoked about this find, because I paid far too much for these a few years back, and I only wore them once or twice. These will definitely get some use this summer.

What little things have made you happy this week?