office space.

I've been spending a lot of time working at home lately. A LOT. It comes with working in an agency. But, one good things comes with long hours - I've discovered a new found need for a more cozy, inspiring work space in the house. 

Here are just a few pieces of inspiration I've been using to envision the finished project. 

{A cozy chair makes work seem a little more inviting. via Sudden Impact}

{I'm always a fan of white on white, especially with pops of color. via Apt. Therapy}

{Bright, fresh flowers - always a do. via MadeByGirl}

{A constantly changing mood board to inspire. via Apt. Therapy}

{Awesomely awesome black walls for chalk boarding/magneting/whatever. via Merry Mishap}

#happy

{via Sam Dedel}

I came across this little print on Pinterest a while back. Saw it, liked the design, repinned, and didn't think much more of it.

Then, a few weeks later, I was driving to work - uber grumpy as I didn't have time to make coffee - and the words from this print popped back in my head. I had been in a funk for a few weeks, not necessarily unhappy, but just realizing that perhaps my routine had become something that didn't pump a lot of happy juju in my soul. I realized that I hadn't been making time to do things that make me a happier person. I realized that focusing on these things is not merely for my own personal well-being, but also because I feel that it makes me more pleasant to be around. 

Selfishly doing things you enjoy is actually a selfless thing.

Of course there are the unevitables that you'll never be able to side step - no one likes waking up early, even if you claim to be a 'morning person', work is not always sunshine and rainbows, and you'll never escape the time-consumers of maintaining a clean apartment or home. But hey, why not prioritize time on the little things that do knock a little joy back in your day. Baking, painting, crafting, yoga, running, writing - whatever it is, prioritize it in your day planner.
And make it as big of a deal as the other "more important" matters.

Finding what makes you happy isn't hard, but making the time to DO MORE of it is. But, at the end of the day - it's worth it to get that happy juju back.
And I'm sure your friends and co-workers will be happy you did.

the pumpkitini.

How can you tell its fall? Jackets, boots, changing leaves - Starbucks brings back the pumpkin spice latte and everyone freaks out. I've been getting them almost daily this September. It's a problem, I know. I can't help it. They're just too fall-iscious.

So, what is better than pumpkin spice flavored anything? Pumpkin spice flavored with a little extra spike? I agree. Here is just the trick. 

{The Pumpkitini}

{What you'll need:}

graham cracker | pumpkin puree | milk | kahlua | vanilla vodka (optional) | honey

{start by rimming the glasses with honey and then dipping in crushed graham cracker}

{Mix the pumpkin puree, milk and liquor on ice in a martini shaker and pour}

{top with a bit of cream, and cinnamon}

{find a porch and enjoy this lovely little autumn}

on the record | my name is you.

I haven't been been able to get enough of this band lately, which is unfortunate considering they've only released a 6-song EP. My Name is You is a duo with a super sweet melodic sound - nearly as cute as the Michael Cera/Ellen Page duet from Juno. 

(Image via)

Take a listen below. I'll promise you'll want to pinch it's cheeks. 

#happyfriday

Kick your heels up and smile like this crazy mutt, it's Friday ya'll.