Babbitts Wedding

 

 

 
 

 

Pictures and words cannot express how magical the Babbitts wedding was. From the bouquets that incorporated aromatic herbs to the delectable cakes made by the culinary bride herself; every detail was a reflection of the couple and their passions in life. The venue was nothing short of spectacular with its natural hardwood floors and cream-city exposed brick. The photographer did a fantastic job capturing the love the couple has for each other, the beauty of the day and the not so good serious faces of the wedding party. Through all the toasts, food, dancing and excitement, the best part of the day was seeing the pure joy on my best friend's face while she became a Babbitts. From their engagement to the wedding day, Allie was the most laid back, easy-going bride. She was focused on what the day symbolizes and what it's most importantly about: marrying her best friend. I was truly honored to be part of the joyous festivities and wish these two nothing but the best. 

   

Happy 4th of July

A few snapshots of my time spent at Devils Lake State Park over this Fourth of July weekend. Happy 4th of July everyone!

   

Lately

{Photos of the beautiful and unexpected pink peonies in our front yard}

The last few months have been a complete blur but in a good way. We moved into our first home where I can now try my hand at some actual gardening, I've been traveling for work and pleasure. My latest trips include Las Vegas, Madison, Minneapolis and Chicago (more to come on those adventures). I was promoted to a new position at work - from flowers to toys and wedding season just kicked off last weekend with the first of many celebrations. I am not saying these are excuses for slacking on the ole blog but it's been hard to find time.

Since Cannes fashion was to die for, excuse my backtracking for a bit as I play catch up!

   

Summer Storm

Sitting lakeside, capturing the brilliant blue summer sky get swallowed up by dark, ominous storm clouds. I cherish moments like these even more now knowing that summer is sadly coming to an end. 

   

Cuyana

I received this gorgeous Cuyana travel set for my birthday along with these beautiful flowers and it was a match made in heaven. So naturally, a photo shoot was necessary. I thought I should get out of my black and white ways when it came to selecting a travel bag. It's an item that is rarely seen by others but when it comes out of my purse, I wanted it to make a statement. I fell in love with the lavender and never looked back. I'm slowly but surely learning that is good to explore with color every now and again!

   

Chicago Eats: Summer House

A while ago, and by a while I mean a very long time ago, I said I was starting an Eats series, but, life happened and I have yet to post anything. So here is my first official Eat Series post! A few weeks ago I went to Chicago for a much needed girls getaway and we started our weekend off in style at the Summer House Santa Monica in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago. Whitewashed walls, vibrant green ferns hanging from the ceiling, tea lights strung through the rafters, an open air retractable roof and a delectable menu filled with several seafood options transport you to another world. This is a lovely place for a date night and also made for a memorable girls night out. Baked-to-order biscuits, oysters, crab cakes and Rose put us right where we wanted to be before our night out in the big city! 

$$ - affordable and appealing 

It is Chicago after all, so the prices are a whee higher than home but we all still had money to spend later that night so it is definitely affordable! 

   

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Chicago Sky Deck

The Sky Deck ledge at the Willis Tower in Chicago will most likely go down in history as the most jaw dropping and terrifying moment I willingly pay to experience. I am so glad I did this on what I am calling my "tourist" day in Chicago. I've been to the city many times but have never truly acted like a tourist, besides visiting The Bean every time I am in town because how can you not take a million selfies into a mirrored bean? But on my day off between play and work I decided to do just that, be a tourist and visit some of the places that millions of people travel across the world to experience. First on my list was the Sky Deck which started the day off on a great foot, because I was still alive afterward which is always a good start to any day.