Thursday, June 30, 2011

Lakeshore Love

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Happy Thursday, loves! How is your week going? It's just about time to call it a weekend and I can't wait to get the long one ahead started. I need to relax though because I do still have one and a half more days of work ahead of me. Ah, I can dream though, right? :)

As I mentioned yesterday we're not heading to the beach this weekend so I'm thinking of alternate ideas. Loving the idea of a garden party and I'm also loving the idea of a little lake time.

I spent a lot of my childhood and early adult years at the lakeshore and I remember the time there fondly. It's been such a long time since I've been to one and I think that could be a lovely way to spend a day or two.

What about you all? Do you love lakes or are you more of a beach goer?

Enjoy the day, lovelies!
xoxo

Images: 1, 3 & 5, 2, 4 All images edited by The Alternative Wife

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Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Garden Gathering

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Happy mid-week, lovelies! Hope you're all having a fabulous week. Thank you all so much for the sweet anniversary wishes. All your kind words really touched me :)

As I mentioned yesterday I'm having a busy week and of course my mind is already dreaming of the long weekend ahead. We're not going to the beach this weekend so I'm thinking of other things to keep us occupied. I know I want to be outdoors and I'm thinking a garden party could be a perfect way to celebrate this weekend.

What do you all have planned for the weekend ahead?

Images: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

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Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Love Is In The Air

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Good morning, lovelies! So sorry I haven't been around much lately. Between the long weekend at the beach house, hectic work days, and our anniversary yesterday things have been a little difficult. I do miss visiting though and promise to be around real soon.

All in all things are truly wonderful though. As I mentioned yesterday was one of our anniversaries. I say one because we celebrate quite a few. Our civil ceremony which took place 2 years ago yesterday in Connecticut, our commitment ceremony which we had 15 years ago coming up in August and our first date/NY wedding ceremony & reception which is in September. It's a lot to keep track of but we like to celebrate so it's not really a problem for us :)

Our 25th anniversary, yes I did say 25 years, we got together on the young side, is coming up this September so we decided to keep last night's celebration on the lower key side. J took me to finally get an iPhone. I was so excited because I've been wanting one for years but had to switch providers and we never got around to making the switch. Can you say officially addicted? Yes it's true. I love it! Then we had a romantic, absolutely delicious dinner at Union Square Cafe. It was wonderful and I couldn't have asked for a more perfect anniversary.

Hope you're all having a wonderful week. Sending lots of love your way!
xoxo

Images: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

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Monday, June 27, 2011

Morning Beauty

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Good Monday morning, lovelies! Hope you all had a wonderful weekend. Mine was great filled with lots of sun and even more good times.

These summer weekends always leave me in such a mellow mood and I'm taking my time easing into the start of the week. I think a nice long bath with do me good this morning. I can't think of a better way to start the day.

Wishing you all a beautiful start to the week!
xoxo

Images: 1, 2, 3, 4 All images edited by The Alternative Wife

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Friday, June 24, 2011

Warm Weekend Wishes

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Happy Friday, lovelies! As I mentioned yesterday I'm at the beach for the weekend. My sister and brother-in-law will be joining us today and I'm really excited. They're our first guests to the beach house this summer. We love spending time with them and I love entertaining so it's shaping up to be an great weekend. Now only if the weather decides to cooperate.... :)

Hope you all have an amazing one and I'll see you Monday! xoxo

Images: 1 & 3 edited by The Alternative Wife, 2

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Thursday, June 23, 2011

Sounds of The Summer

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Good morning, lovelies! Hope you're all having a wonderful week. Today is my Friday so to say I'm in a good mood would be an understatement :)

The sea is calling my name so I'll be heading to the beach house for the weekend.

Hope you all enjoy the day!
xoxo

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1 & 3, 2 edited by The Alternative Wife

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Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Soak Up The Summer

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Good morning, lovelies! And for my friends in the northern hemisphere, happy first full day of summer!

It's felt like summer for a few weeks now already and I'm not complaining one little bit. I just love this season and all the wonderful activities that come along with it, beaching, outdoor dining, rooftop drinks, bbqs, picnics. I could go on and on. I've already been taking full advantage of it all and I'm so looking forward to many more months of it. Here's hoping to a long and fun-filled summer!

Hope you all have a fabulous day! xoxo

Images: 1, 2, 3, 4 edited by The Alternative Wife, 5

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Tuesday, June 21, 2011

The Perfect Piece

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That's all it takes sometimes, isn't it? The one little thing to make your heart go pitter patter. The one little thing to make the outfit.

Currently coveting all 3 of these lovelies. Someone's bday is a month from yesterday so J, if you're listening, here's the start of the list :)

Hope you all have a lovely Tuesday! xoxo

Images: 1, 2, 3 - All edited by The Alternative Wife

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Monday, June 20, 2011

Sunny Start

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Happy Monday, lovelies! Hope you all had a wonderful weekend. Mine was wonderful filled with lots of family time.

It's back to the work week for me but luckily I only have a four day work week ahead. I would love to be spending my Monday morning like this, living a fun carefree life but that's not the case.

However, I do plan on starting my Friday off this very exact way. Gives me a little motivation to get through the week and something to look forward to.

Wishing you all a bright, sunny start to your week!

xoxo

Images: 1, 2, 3 All edited by The Alternative Wife

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Friday, June 17, 2011

Splendid Weekend

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Happy Friday, lovelies! We've made it to another weekend and I can't wait to get it started.

I'm not heading to the beach this weekend but I will be getting out of the city on Sunday to go celebrate Father's Day with my family at my grandmother's home on Long Island. The weather is supposed to be perfect and I'm thrilled because that means lots of time outdoors in her picturesque yard. She has the most gorgeous gardens ever and I just love spending sunny spring and summer days there. And it's always so nice to get together as a family to share stories, eat some delicious food and drink amazing wine. My Dad is a huge wine guy. He's been a conoisseur for years and he travels the globe visiting friends vineyards, helping harvest and distribute wines, and he always has a fantastic selection of varietals to choose from and a lot of interesting stories to go along with them.

Hope you all have a lovely weekend. And wishing all of the father's in your lives a very happy Father's Day!

xoxo

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