on living together

Erik and I have successfully cohabitated through four seasons-- although spring just started yesterday, so not really. A few things I've learned:

- Silverware must be grouped together when in the dishwasher. This allows 
for a speedy/more sufficient silverware put back process.

- You never really have to fold your laundry if you just keep it in the dryer and 
continuously dry it when you want to get out wrinkles to wear it.

- You can change anything/buy anything for the home if you promise to forever 
give back scratches before bed.

- You will never see your boyfriend again if you insist on him putting an
Xbox on his Christmas list because his list seems really boring.

- Forever claim that you don't know how to cook and you will have dinner prepared 
for you most of the time. You also surprise him when you do make a good meal. 

- Always come home with groceries and he'll give you the driveway.

I have to thank Karra who took these amazing photos this past winter. She's the best, and I'm so bummed she's moving to Colorado. 

easter sunday

Erik completely surprised me Sunday on our way home from our Easter festivities. I had been begging him all week to go to the tulip festival with me, which I know is something he finds little joy in. My chances were slim on getting him to go. We had passed our exit for home and I didn't even realize it. A little while later I turned to him and said, "wait...are we?!" and we sure were! It's funny because I was actually busy thinking about how nice a nap actually sounded and negotiated with myself that maybe I didn't need to see the tulips this year. So, I decided not to bring them up.  Well I didn't get my Sunday nap, but I'm happy Erik decided to go with me. As we were leaving, he asked sarcastically, "so was it so much better with me being here?" My response was, "you make everything better when you're there." Now, if only I could delete everyone else who was taking up the field. 

i left my heart in brooklyn

I may be obsessed with New York, but I think my obsession for Brooklyn is greater. It could be because we hit the borough on the most beautiful 67 degree day in February, or that I was with my closest lady friends, or because it has some of the cutest places I have ever seen. For any one of these reasons, I'm obsessed and a morning here could never be enough. As we walked the streets we talked about how we have to come back just for a trip in Brooklyn. It would take days to tackle everything we wanted to do. We were able to hit some high priority spots like Woops! Bakeshop (looking for macaroons? Head here!) and Loosie's Kitchen (looking for the most delicious Nutella beignets? This is the place.) but guys, there's really so much more. 

apartment tour

Welcome inside! I've been spending a lot of time in the apartment lately as I transition from a full time job, to managing social media at home. As I look around, I can't help but think of all of the memories we've had here and how much the space has changed--for the better. So many paint layers hiding under that crisp white, you have no idea.  Most of the items here can be found at West Elm, Urban Outfitters, Target and don't forget about Ikea. When I think about ever leaving this space, it makes me so sad. Can you believe we've been here since 2010?!

Please excuse the Christmas garland we still have residing in our living room.

Oh, and the Christmas wreath. 

Cheers to the room we use the least!

Here's to leaving dirty dishes next to my bed and not caring--it's only because it's a cute mug. 

the perfect cabin

The model cabin resides in Hood River. The tucked away location, the all white design, the ability to slow down time-- all make this dream perfection.  When the thought of birthday gifts with Megan came up this year, this place was it. We arrived and all we could say was, "oh my gosh, so cute. It's perfect" over and over. There is no wifi or TV, which allows you to really escape. By Saturday afternoon, we really discovered the magic of this place. We were ready to set up dinner until we noticed it was still only 3pm! If you're looking for a nice weekend away, this place is it.