Tuesday, August 26, 2014

Music of the Day: La Luz


I cannot get over how much I dig these girls! I may be a little late to the game, but I can't stop listening to La Luz's 2013 album "It's Alive". Choosing a favorite song is next to impossible- they really are all that good. I'm sharing this one because I also love the styles rocked in the low-key video. Something about their sound makes me feel like I'm being filmed film-noir style while surfing just off a Texan coast somewhere. This is certainly going to be one of those albums that keeps me going all year long! Hope you enjoy it, too! 

Sunday, August 24, 2014

Up North: Bits and Pieces

It's been a busy past couple of weeks! I can't believe summer is already coming to an end and my final semester of classes begins in a few short days. I don't feel ready at all, but I'm glad that I got to go home for a visit while I still have the time. Here are a few of my favorite photos from my trip up north:

I'm so thankful that I got to make it up north for a short camping trip with my sister and my cousin! Few things compare to the satisfaction of a perfectly roasted marshmallow. I ate more than I care to admit! 

This little leopard frog hung out on my hand for a good ten minutes. I love all outdoor critters, but these little guys have always especially thrilled me. I'm now a grown woman, but I still get exciting about catching frogs! 


We had a wonderful dinner and multiple delicious breakfasts of potatoes and herbs from my family's backyard garden. Homegrown veggies complete my summer! Having a garden is the best, and I hope to plant one of my own at my new place next summer. 

Speaking of my new place...boy, moving sure is exhausting! I just spent a week up north, but now I'm currently on a bus back to Grand Rapids. When I get home, I'll return to the seemingly endless journey of unpacking. I did get my bookshelves and a few frames hung up already, so I'll post some photos shortly! I'm already loving having a full size kitchen and I can't wait to share more cooking adventures with you! 

Happy Sunday! I hope everyone had a lovely weekend!