Today’s Pretty Things
Today there are no words that express best the thoughts going through my head. I just need to stare at pretty things: {from here, here and here, and here}
Today there are no words that express best the thoughts going through my head. I just need to stare at pretty things: {from here, here and here, and here}
One thing I do while travelling within the US, is see if I could detect which architect designed a building, a house, or even a monumental structure of sorts. Mostly in Los Angeles, Chicago and New York, I do lots of searching for that unique style – a structure or dwelling that stands out above the rest. In line with this topic, I found this interesting article about one of my favorite – Frank Lloyd Wright – an illustrated guide to his work. Who’s your favorite architect?
Well, more like taking any photographs of me at my best is a huge struggle. One, because I feel the one taking the photograph has no patience, which stresses me out. Two, because, it seems most photos of me are often taken when I am the least prepared – mouth wide open, laughing, or chewing, or eyes fluttering Three, let’s face it, because I am shy and hate posing for photos, especially ones where there are gawkers at bay. So, for those of you sharing in my struggle – here are two handful of suggestions to consider (see how I did that?) – which might help. And if it doesn’t then have a glass of wine or two before the big SNAP! {featured image source}
This week feels like it’s dragging on – or – maybe I’m taking a break from being productive. Who knows – except that I am spending way too much time online letting my brain to simply escape. I mean we all need that once in a while right? So here’s what got me interested this morning over a bowl of cereal and a cup of jo. 1. This article about one of Venice’s finest hotels – which are three buildings that were constructed over several centuries? Now that’s what I call architectural character. 2. One of my favorite actress, Jessica Chastain got married over the weekend to a handsome and debonair Italian count, she’s been dating for five years. I love a romantic nuptial and this is probably the best since George and Amal. But what got me most interested was the location they chose in Italy. 3. Then I got sidetracked about introducing color into your home. Something I am helping a friend to consider in her rental property with bland white …
There are days you simply need to stare at pretty things: {photo source – here, here, here}
Monday morning – while aimed to stay positive, I turned off the sappy music and turned to the internet for some inspiration and found these topics of interest:
I can’t believe it’s already Friday and I have to say I have lots planned this weekend and here’s a glimpse. The question is, how much of it will I actually accomplish.
On a lazy Sunday morning such as today, I have decided to simply lounge around and just be – of course – occasionally thumbing through articles from here and there. Check out what sparked my interest:
Recently I came across this article, about a home decor that has gone completely right – if you ask me, since the style is in line with my taste. You know the one I chose for my studio re-vamp over the summer. What I love about this, is that I know exactly the neighborhood the apartment is in, and that it is amazing how wonderfully Fran Meckler and her husband have taken something old and turned into something new-blue. (You like how I did that?” Anyway, enjoy the views as much as I have:
Here’s your Monday morning emotional therapy: Samson The Goldendoodle and his story: