Nesting

Aren't these gorgeous? They are just a few of the photographs by Sharon Beals in her book called "Fifty Nests and the Birds That Built Them".

See more at http://twistedsifter.com/2011/05/25-photos-of-birds-nests-sharon-beals/

Hunter Gatherer

Wedding season is winding down around here, but I have so many fun plans for fall that I can't wait to show you. I'm heading to NYC on Thursday to check out some new shops for wedding supplies and pick up some goodies for my spring brides. Think flea market, 100 year old ribbon shop, and a place full of history.... and horse bones. Well the last one is going to be a total adventure, a bit eerie honestly, and I've packed my orange wellies for the trip. I'll indulge you upon my return. XO

Steve Jobs Stanford Commencement Speech 2005

Monarch of Early Fall

When I was young, I could always be found outdoors. I loved animals and there were always a few of them around the house. I remember walking barefoot through the fields every summer, looking on milkweed where you could find my favorite butterfly, the Monarch. I always collected at least one caterpillar a season and watch they're magical transformation into a butterfly. I even have a fond memory of my grandfather sending me a large cardboard box in the mail from his Block Island home. I opened it to find a Monarch butterfly caterpillar along with a few milkweed leaves to hold him over during his travels. It was the best gift he could have sent. Well, a few weeks ago, I was gardening at my parents house and found a Monarch caterpillar. Feeling nostalgic, I took him home and watched this transformation all over again and remembered this blissful memory.