O'ahu, Hawaii

Since I haven't posted in awhile, I have a few trips to catch up on. Here are some of the highlights from my birthday trip to Hawaii:

+Stayed in downtown Waikiki.

+Hiked to Makapu’u Point.

+Catamaran TradeWind Sailing Trip.
+Obsessed with the palm trees.
+My favorite Ban Mi - lemongrass tofu.

November Resolutions

This year has been a blur, it's amazing that it is already November. It's best not to be too ambitious during the holiday season, but I did splurge today and order a Minolta 7s on Ebay. (That site gets me into trouble!) I'm also looking forward to my sister hosting Thanksgiving for the first time and helping with some of the sides and desserts.

Do you love the holidays or dread the extra festivities?

Holga Camera: NYC Trip

I thought it would be fun to experiment with an analog camera again. I haven't used one since I was a kid and am already nostalgic in my mid 20's for pre-digital cameras. Actually having to put an effort into deciding the subject and counting down the exposures left on the roll, carefully loading and unloading the camera, and having the film developed.  Society has become so dependent on instant technology. It's incredible how fast times change, now when I take pictures of my nieces and nephews they immediately ask to see the pictures.

I finally developed my roll of 120 from my August trip to New York. I only took one picture at the US Open and then on my last night I walked from the UN to midtown chasing the light. Only about half of the roll turned out, but I can't wait to shoot my next roll.

Truman White House Renovations

Love these photos from Truman's renovation of the White House. For some reason I wasn't aware the White House was ever gutted. There were plans to tear down the whole building and start from scratch, but luckily congress decided to preserve the shell and remodel from the inside.

The decision to remodel was made when President Truman grew concerned after taken office in 1945, because he noticed drafts and creaking noises in the White House that were unsettling. But it wasn't until after he decided to add a balcony to the South Portico in 1948, that engineers found that the entire house was not structurally sound and construction was desperately needed. (Huffington Post)

Earliest known photograph of the White House, taken c. 1846

Have a Great Weekend!

It's been a long week and to be honest, I'm a little burnt out at work.  I'm planning on having a relaxing, yet productive weekend, because there is nothing better than finishing projects and starting new ones.

Here are a few links from the week:

A playlist for your weekend

Mad Men Season 6 premiered on Sunday, do you still care about Don's affairs?

Using a flat iron to make waves via The Beauty Department

Love this color combo of navy + dusty pink

Guacamole with pomegranate seeds and mango, perfection

Working on a variation of this project, just need all the supplies. . .

(via Jennilee Marigomen)

Alexa Chung x Guy Aroch for Fray I.D

The lighting of this photo shoot of Alexa Chung by Guy Aroch for Fray I.D Spring/Summer 2013 is amazing.  Such a beautiful campaign.

via Studded Hearts

Amy Neunsinger Photography

The lighting captured in Amy Neunsinger's photography is lovely; I love the warmth her photographs create in each space.

Have a Lovely Weekend!

It's going to be a quiet weekend.  The only plan I have so far is to make this broccoli soup.  How about you?  Here are a few links from the week. . . 

Ryan Gosling not only likes knitting, but also says 'I’m feeling top of the pops.'  swoon ;)

Love this very easy to learn Finger Knitting Tutorial

The 46 Places to Go in 2013

Did you see this very detailed article about Lindsay Lohan's latest film?

This Coconut Hot Chocolate recipe sounds amazing

Smitten Kitchen talks Gnocchi

(Photo Credit: Hannah Davis via Miss Moss)

It's the weekend!

It's so cold with the inversion in the Salt Lake Valley, but nevertheless tennis lessons start again tomorrow in the bubble at Liberty Park.  Have a lovely weekend, and here are a few interesting things from the week...

The Clothes Make the 'Girls' - Season 2 starts Jan. 13th

Meet your new favorite dress

Patagonia is definitely on my Mighty Life List

Borg and McEnroe, swoon ;)

Loving the out-of-print book A Handful of Summers

Honestly WTF in Siem Reap, Cambodia

(Photos by Rachel Ball of Elephantine)

Kari Herer Botanical Photography

Loving the Etsy shop of Kari Herer, her botanical photography avoids being twee and is moody and striking instead.

Peony no. 3282, Botanical no.5521

Botanical no. 5510, Peony no. 3240

Instagram

I can't wait to get a smartphone and join the Instagram fun.  It's such an easy way to have a visual journal of your perspective and experiences.  Are you addicted to Instagram?

Here are a few favorites via Honestly WTF:

(Instagrid)

Double Waterfall Braid

Love this double waterfall braid.  Two is definitely better than one. . .

(Tutorial)

Inspiration

Lately I've been loving Ms. Lady Day's tumblr. . .

1, 2, 3, 4

and this 8tracks mix by Jessica Comingore.

mixtape monday no.65 from jessicacomingore on 8tracks.

Everly - Spring/Summer 2012

Lovely summer looks from Everly.