A bit quiet, peaceful

After a long week sometime all I want is some quiet. I certainly got it here. This cemetery is actually a very large one near our old house downtown Grand Rapids. We chose the Catholic side (it is actually on both sides of the road) because it seemed a bit spookier and older.





It seems that no matter how excited I get about season changes, even after looking at tons of pictures for inspiration, I can't seem to figure out how to dress. This is an example of a transition outfit I wore a few months ago this spring. I know, I am so far behind in posting! I like how it came together. The weather still required tights in my opinion but not layered (like I do all winter). These seemed perfect; still warm, but not too warm. And living in Michigan makes scarfs essential basically 9 months out of the year ;)







I have finally gotten all the photos on my camera uploaded to my computer from this summer (baby steps people), so soon things should be back in full swing here. I hope..




Photos by Rob

Sweater: Target
Scarf: Target
Tank: Gift from mom
Shorts: NY & Co
Tights: Kohls
Shoes: UO

A Chilly Day Last Spring

It looks as if fall is slowly creeping up on me. I never realize it's coming because fall always means the rush of school starting and deadlines. This year I have told myself that I won't let it pass me by. I still have a lot going on with school and internships but I am trying to take in every moment, this includes being better about updating here. I started this blog to have a way to look back at all the moments in life, and somehow I never seem to be up to date here.







Anyway these photos were taken a few months ago when we stilled lived downtown. I couldn't resist walking out on the ledge, although I must admit I was a bit nervous.















Dress: Anthropology
Tights: Target
Sweater: Target
Purse: UO
Brogues: Aldo

Photos by Rob

If We Stand in One Place, The Ice Will Break

Thinking back to what a lovely show this was.

Reed City Bridge

My absence here seems to be the new norm. I suppose I could blame it on life simply not shaping out the way I thought it would.





My obsession for bridges continued throughout the spring when these pictures were taken. I simply cant get enough.





I must say I was happy to have summer here, but I really do miss tights and layering. Perhaps I am more fond of colder weather than I ever knew...

Lost in the Woods

I have been feeling a bit lost lately. My first rotation is finally done, and now I am in the mist of moving. Summer is much harder to enjoy when you have so little time to do so. I am in need of a vacation, even if it consists only of walking through the woods with no destination in mind.

Photo by me

Townsend Park

This set of photos was taken at least a few months ago. Rob had some last minute things to do at work and asked if I wanted to come. I decided to go to keep him company and also to get him to do photos. We went to a park on the way to his work. Because it was still quite cold there was no one around. I just love when that happens! No awkward stares.





I have been trying to keep up with the blog more lately, because really the reason I started it was so that I could look back on my life. If my life isn't getting documented then the blog is not really serving its purpose. I suppose it is about finding balance in my life. I feel that is something I am lacking at the moment. With the stress of my internship and packing and working every weekend I just simply haven't found the time to put as much into this as I would like.







I actually made this purse with the help of my dad! I love the look but didn't have much luck at estate sales so we decided to create one ourselves. We learned a lot along the way, and I think we can certainly improve on our next adventure, but I am happy with the way it turned out!



I suppose I should comment on my outfit. I got this skirt when there was still snow on the ground. I really like it, but have been having some trouble with the styling. I have worn it a few different ways now and I'm still not sure which way I liked best. I will have to post some pictures of myself in it with less layers on now that it is so warm here!







Photos by Rob

Sweater: NY&Co
Scarf: Big Lots in Indiana
Skirt: UO
Tights: Target
Shoes: We Who See
Bow: F21
Purse: Self made

5th of July

These pictures were taken last 4th of July at my parents house. Rob and my dad always put on the best shows! I took plenty of pictures this year, but I haven't had the chance to upload them yet. Typical me, I am always so far behind.





Photos by me!