{philosophising}

So goes the life of a woman with an active imagination.

currently obsessing :: color blocking neutrals

I don't even have the words to describe the degree of lust I'm experiencing toward these Choos and Marc Jacobs bag. Get in my closet. ASAP.

currently cooking :: el fiesta del cinco de mayo

Nearly every holiday around the world has come to involve a feast. History, tradition and symbolism may vary, but a gathering with friends and family around the dinner table, to celebrate our heritage and honor that of others, is customary across cultures.

When I began blogging two and a half years ago, I was eager to share with the world what brings joy to my life – all things beautiful and delicious. Southwestern style cuisine has become a staple in my kitchen, boasting bold flavor with simple ingredients.

                                         

My favorite part of cooking is the constant experimentation, and every year on Cinco de Mayo, I strive to creatively reinvent Mexican-American classics.

My menu changes year after year, with only one exception: the original margarita.

{my instalife}

Last month I moved into a charming little 1920's renovated apartment near downtown, waited a treacherous two weeks for my local cable and internet provider to connect my home to rest of the virtual world, and filled most of my time in between decluttering the chaos that typically follows a relocation.

Finally, the dust has settled, my new home is beginning to feel like my home, and I'm back on the blog.

Recently, my life has been a bit of a blur, only a mere glimpse of which has been conveniently chronicled by my iPhone.

{remerchandising the Bookstore's Jane Austen, F.S. Fitzgerald & vintage decor}

{hand in paw}

{swooning over vintage dior}

trending :: full skirted

{atlantic-pacific} 

{biscuits & navy}

{odlr}

{philosophising}

Always.

{my instalife}

The object of my affection surprised me on Valentine's Day with a five course {vegetarian for me} dinner in lovely downtown St. Petersburg, a pave Kate Spade bow bracelet that I've been coveting for months, sparkling earrings to match, and a box of my favorite assorted macarons. I am a lucky lady.

#instaromance

A gigantic chocolate macaron with fresh raspberry ice cream completed our incredibly delicious Valentine's Day meal!