Even though it’s still 98 degrees here (what up Nick Lachy) I’m trying to channel fall through autumnal scented candles, planning a big friendsgiving party, attempting to make apple chips (I failed), and fall inspired nails! I mean, rose gold tips on a toupe nail… how could you not?
Used:
Miss Fancy Pants by Essie
Rage by Orly
Last weekend Ray and I ventured out to Flea Across Florida, a yard sale / flea market that starts in Lake City and follows Highway 90 through the panhandle. Honestly, it wasn’t too impressive but we did stop by a few of our favorite vintage shops along the way. We purchased 2 vintage thermoses (only $1 each!) to add to my collection, a vintage necktie for Ray, and a pair of gold sparkly, never-worn flats for $2. We were also able to spend some time visiting with Ray’s parents while we were in Live Oak.
These small weekend adventures keep me going throughout the week. With both of us working full time, small group, meetings, practices, and various other projects it can get a little crazy around here. I’m really thankful for these slow weekends we can spend together enjoying each others company.
…and now for one of our best pictures ever taken.
I’ve seen lots of people on facebook/youtube/twitter talking about 10 books that changed their lives/made them think/impacted/whatever. I thought it was pretty interesting and I love learning about people’s faves. I wouldn’t say all of these are particularly life changing, but they are books that have, in some way, meant something to me.
1. Little Women by Louisa May Alcott – My love for the March sisters runs deep.
2. To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee – I truly believe that every person in America should read this book. And then reread.
3. Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery – Anne Shirley is one of the most lovable characters ever written.
4. The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank (edited by Otto Frank) – Another Anne I can’t help but love.
5. The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Steve Chbosky – I know this one is controversial and deals with heavy subjects but it is truly a great read.
6. Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson – Perhaps this could be the more grown up version of Where the Wild Things Are. Magically sad.
7. Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson – Despite being written in a diary format, Speak felt much more “adult” than all of the other books I was reading in middle school.
8. The Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling – I started reading the series when I was in 8th grade and only the first 3 had been published. I was 22 when the 7th installment was published. As cheesy as it sounds, I feel like I grew up with the characters.
9. Love Story by Erich Segal – I found a tattered, yellowed copy of this book in a closet in my parents hallway. While I figured it would be a sweet story, I wasn’t expecting how beautifully tragic it would be.
10. Anthem by Ayn Rand – Ray loaned me this book long before we were married or even dating. It was the first book of it’s kind I had ever read and I still love it to this day.
I originally made a list of about 20 books, but chose to keep this blog post focused on fiction, with the exception of The Diary of Anne Frank. I might write another post focusing on non-fiction. What are 10 books that have impacted your life?
First things first, I LOVE this nail look. Second things second, this was way more difficult to photograph than I anticipated. Perhaps I should have shot a video because the way the rose gold shimmered against the aqua was beautiful. I’m looking forward to recreating this look using fall colors!
Used:
For Audrey by China Glaze
Rage by Orly
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