Reverie to Reality

{ words for your week }

2012-02-13T06:30:00.000-08:00

"What happens when we lose the things that anchor us? What if, instead of grasping at something to hold on to, we pull up our roots and walk away? Instead of trying to find the way back, we walk deeper and deeper into the woods, willing ourselves to get lost. In this place where nothing is recognizable, not the people or the language or the food, we are truly on our own. Eventually, we find

{ Happy Weekend! }

2012-02-10T06:23:00.000-08:00

Hey lovelies. Happy Friday! Ever since I got a second job the weekends are a little bittersweet for me, but either way, Friday always feels good, doesn't it? I'm hoping to get some work done around the apartment (namely cleaning and laundry) and to get in some good relaxation time. Tonight I'm headed to a wine tasting with some lovely ladies, which I'm very excited about! I've never been to

{ L-O-V-E }

2012-02-09T16:25:00.001-08:00

1.Oasis dress//2.Steve madden shoes//3.Sahani clear crystal earrings//4.Chanel quilted handbag//5.Nars Lip Gloss In Super Orgasm//6. N5//7.M·A·C, Naturally Mineralize Skinfinish//8.Michael Kors crystal jewelry If I had an endless budget to get gussied up for Valentines Day, I have a hutch this is what I'd wear out to a fancy dinner. Alas, Trev and I plan on hanging in and making dinner

{ White & Gold }

2012-02-08T05:55:00.000-08:00

When I was browsing through my Pinterest boards, I couldn't help but notice some similarities in color palette between these three photos. I've been lusting after a gold french press for many moons. One of these days I'm going to bite the bullet. In fact, I woke up this morning to a broken coffee maker (that was fun, by the way) so it looks like I'll be needing to purchase a new coffee making

{ Let's get situated }

2012-02-07T11:39:00.000-08:00

Yesterday it dawned on me how unorganized and stressed I felt. I was on edge about deadlines and to do lists and realized my current planner situation was not working. See, I had this monthly planner that I really enjoy, except its bound with those little prong/ring things and I've grown to really despise them because my pages always unhinge. When this happens, I stop using my planner. When I

{ Hold the phone }

2012-02-06T20:28:00.000-08:00

Good Morning, lovelies! I'd love to stay and chat but I'm currently drowning in a paper thats due in a matter of hours (nothing like working under pressure!) Be back later today with a real post. wish me luck! lovelovelove. -C photo via

{ Words for your week }

2012-02-06T06:21:00.000-08:00

via Hey everyone. Just wanted to share some words of wisdom as you begin a brand new week. I, for one, am hoping to find some focus today and get some big things accomplished. While completing my to do list doesn't sound all that exciting at the moment, I know it will feel nice when everything is finished. I think I'll send myself to a coffee shop today until I finish everything that must be

{ Tour my Home + Happy Friday! }

2012-02-03T06:35:00.000-08:00

Good morning, everyone! Since I've picked up a few new readers recently who may have missed my apartment pictures in the past, I added a new page to the navigation bar titled "Tour My Space" with a few new (and some old) sneak peaks. I'll keep you posted as I update with more pictures. I think I have FINALLY figured out what bar stools I'm going to get for my kitchen area, but I'm not sure when

{ Blue & White }

2012-02-02T07:09:00.000-08:00

I've been kind of enamored with these blue toile patterns lately. Something about it feels so feminine, yet clean and fresh, not too fussy. I saw a ceramic stool with a similar pattern in HomeGoods the other day for $39 and was { } <---that close to purchasing it, but then I got cold feet. Thoughts? Should I get it? I hope you all have a wonderful day. Thanks SO much for stopping by.

{ Life Lately }

2012-01-31T07:26:00.000-08:00

One. Two. Three. Four. Five. Six. 1. I saw this gold bow bracelet cuff in a boutique shop the other weekend and fell in love. My bank account didn't agree with me, but I was sure we were soul mates. 2. This grey and white striped pullover from Lululemon is on my wishlist. It's perfect for running during the chillier days of the year, and it's a little more fun than basic black. 3. I can't for

{ Quick Post: Time to Polka }

2012-01-30T07:47:00.000-08:00

I'm in love with these black polka dots. I think I need some in my life. I'm on the hunt. Time to inject some pattern and fun into my home and wardrobe. How was everyones weekend? I spent most of it working but definitely threw some fun in there. Today I've got a meeting to go to, some homework to complete, and hopefully some cleaning to accomplish. My apartment is embarrassingly messy and I

{ Styling Inspiration }

2012-01-27T08:35:00.000-08:00

Sometimes the trickiest part of putting a space together is the part that comes at the very end, when you deal with the little chochskies and details.The tabletop in your entry, your bedside table, the books on the coffee table or the right throw blanket for your couch. One. Two. Three. Four. Five. Notes: - I think the simplest thing to take away from all of these inspiration photos is the

{ Is it Spring yet? }

2012-01-26T07:20:00.000-08:00

Yes, Spring might bring some showers, but who would care with that precious polka dot umbrella? I love when the weather is just right to wear shorts and a sweater. You're not bundled up so much you can't move the way you are in Winter, but you also don't feel like a naked baby the way that {I} do in summer. And who wouldn't love the opportunity to open up the windows and get some fresh air

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2012-01-25T16:28:00.001-08:00

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{ French }

2012-01-25T06:49:00.000-08:00

After getting some homework done last night, I took the rest of the night off to watch Midnight in Paris with a glass of vino, and the most amazing chocolate bar ever (hazelnuts in chocolate, people. its a godsend) If I wasn't entirely obsessed with going to Paris before, I certainly am now. This movie had me dreaming of the winding roads, cafes, shops, lines of gorgeous trees. So

{ Favorite Budget Buys }

2012-01-24T14:12:00.000-08:00

I'm definitely not one to believe that price is directly proportional to quality. I don't consider myself cheap necessarily, but I am frugal. Here are a few of my favorite deals as of late: One Kings Lane-$49.00 This large wool basket would look delightful in a living room to house extra blankets. Cozy in a basket. Overstock-$151.99 This is almost too good to be true. 150 bucks for an 8x10 rug?!

Lets talk about: staying inspired and happy despite your circumstances

2012-01-23T12:00:00.000-08:00

**I want to start a new series called "Let's talk about: {insert topic here}"While I mostly like keeping posts short and sweet, sometimes I'm just too much of a blabbermouth for my own good and I wanna chit chat. Enjoy.** I'm finishing up some lunch, browsing blogs and taking in some HGTV, and entirely ignoring the list of things I'm supposed to be doing. Namely, homework assignments that make me

{ Happy Weekend! }

2012-01-20T07:33:00.000-08:00

Morning, everyone! Hows the day going? Glad that Friday has finally arrived? Even though it was technically a short week it seemed to drag on for.ev.er. Currently, I'm enjoying some breakfast and watching re-runs of The OC. Judge me if you must, but I'm wishing I could do this all day instead of heading into work soon. So many deadlines, so little time. This weekend, I plan to relax, catch up

{ Inspiring Interiors }

2012-01-18T06:35:00.000-08:00

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 1. I would love to wake up and enjoy a leisurely morning of coffee and breakfast here. The simple, casual styling in this photo is a job well done. 2. Gold & Mint. Everything I'm in love with right now is gold, pretty much. For serious. I want everything I touch to turn to GOLD. gold shoes. gold drinks. gold hats. gold cars. ANYWAYS. Throw this fun "mint" in the combo and I'm a

{California Dreaming}

2012-01-13T06:53:00.000-08:00

These frigid temperatures are sure making me yearn for a little fun in the sun on the West Coast. I'd love a day in some cut offs, sunglasses, iced coffee, walks on sandy beaches, maybe a trip to Santa Monica Pier? Ah yes, I think that sounds just about perfect. In fact, the second to the last picture even has me imagining living there. Just look at that sun streamed kitchen, and the pretty

{Wanderlusting}

2012-01-12T06:47:00.000-08:00

1. Rome2. Ireland3. The original Starbucks in Seattle4. Madrid5. Savannah, GA I would just squeel with delight if I was on a plane en route to any of the above locations. I'm in a jetsettin' kind of mood. Maybe it's because Treasure and I are hoping to take a little trip to Louisville, KY for the night tomorrow, but we aren't quite sure if the weather will be on our side. I'll keep ya

{ What I hope for in 2012 }

2012-01-10T05:48:00.000-08:00

This looks like an amazing day. Working hard in a beautiful, light filled room surrounded by inspiring projects. In 2012, thats what I will strive for. Inspiration AND Action. I'm feeling a bit under the weather today...I started to feel a sore throat coming on last night and this morning it has definitely arrived. Luckily, my dear boyfriend is going to make me breakfast this morning...

Apartment Tweaks

2012-01-07T08:55:00.000-08:00

It's amazing what a little styling and a few extra details will do. My little entry table has been switched up a few times over the past 4 months. First, it was spruced up for fall, and then it transformed into Christmas, though I didn't snap any pictures of that (doh!), so for now, we'll just go with Fall: Not terrible, but pretty sparse and boring if ya ask me. Thanks to a few new Christmas

{ It's in my blood }

2012-01-04T13:20:00.000-08:00

Right before Christmas my mom began a makeover on this room (I know-crazy woman!) Doesn't it look incredible? It was done on a serious budget, and I only wish I had a before picture to show you, but I'll do my best to illustrate: Originally, the floors were stained, old, white carpet, and the walls were minty green. She took up the carpet and prepped and painted the concrete floors, adding a

{Life Lately}

2011-12-28T21:08:00.000-08:00

{pretty ornaments} {cocktails} {catching up with my wonderful sister and best friend} {a hearty breakfast} {Trevor's family Christmas tree} {cookie decorating} {Granny's Christmas decorations} {fabulous stocking stuffers from my amazing mother} {my new years dress} (I think) {perfect lazy day} {browsing Restoration Hardware with my madre} {quick stop for a beer at Onion Creek in The

{ Christmastime is here }

2011-12-22T07:09:00.000-08:00

The craze of the holidays has officially commenced. I'm heading over to my aunt and cousin's house today to help prepare for Christmas Eve festivities and fit in some last minute christmas shopping. My trip to Baltimore was wonderful, and I'm already missing Trevor and the wonderful Charm City. I did snap some photos thanks to instagram, so I'll be posting those ASAP. In the meantime, I hope

{ happy weekend }

2011-12-15T21:55:00.000-08:00

{why doesn't my hair look like this when it's in a messy bun? no fair.} I'm off bright and early to catch a flight to Baltimore! I'll be in Charm City until next Wednesday, so pardon me if blog updates are a little scarce until then. I forgot my camera in Cincinnati (doh!) but will be recording my travels via instagram, so be sure to check back! I hope you all have a wonderful weekend. It's a

{ Inspiration for your day }

2011-12-14T21:00:00.000-08:00

It's Thursday! Here's what is inspiring me today: {Imagine working from your desk with a view of the Eiffel Tower} {Pursue any goal} {light. textures. patterns.} {simple is best} photo 1, 2, 3, 4 Today I'll be doing some Christmas shopping and preparing for my early flight to Baltimore on Friday morning! Lots to do. Thank you all so much for stopping by. I hope your week is going wonderful,

{ Life Lately}

2011-12-13T14:13:00.000-08:00

1. My new copper vase from The Guild Shop ($12.00) and faux fur throw from Target ($23.00)2. Lunch at The Black Labrador. I love all the ivy. 3. Red Velvet Cupcake from Sprinkles bakery in Houston I'm back in the great state of Texas until Friday, when I will make a quick trip to Baltimore to see Trevor and his family, long lost friends, my sister, and the charm city I grew up in. Tonight

{ Happy Weekend! }

2011-12-09T08:41:00.000-08:00

(I want these jammies) Happy weekend, everyone! I'm so thrilled to see Friday :). I'm off to work shortly, and then will be grabbing dinner and drinks with a new friend, packing, and getting ready to fly home to Houston in the wee hours of the morning. That doesn't put a damper on my excitement though. I can't wait to see my family. Most especially my mama. I anticipate lots of chocolate

{ Dreaming of a White Christmas }

2011-12-08T08:47:00.000-08:00

My Aunt Patsy always has the most beautiful Christmas Tree. It's a faux tree (which usually goes against everything I believe in, y'all) but it's flocked with beautiful, soft white snow. Flocked trees are definitely on my radar this year, and when I "grow up", I will definitely plan to have one in my own home. And heres a bonus: you can get REAL trees flocked, too! Perfection. Thanks so

{ Holiday Truths }

2011-12-06T19:45:00.000-08:00

The holidays make me awfully reflective. Here are some of my very own Holiday Truths, from my blog to yours: 1. Last year I started thinking about leaving UC and transferring to New York School of Interior Design to study their Basic Design Program. I ended up deciding to stay put because I didn't want to be irrational. But sometimes I wish I would have just done it. 2. I used to be a lot

{ Life Lately}

2011-11-30T17:32:00.000-08:00

I started getting my apartment gussied up for Christmas, and it feels wonderful. There's nothing like a home for the holidays. (next time I'll take a picture with my real camera so it's better quality. Iphones are just too dang convenient) I'm terribly sorry for my silence here on the blogster lately. Life is officially crazy as I prepare for finals, write papers, work, and get ready for

{ Thanks }

2011-11-22T06:16:00.000-08:00

I've always dreamed of hosting Thanksgiving. One day, I will. Until then, I will just drool over pictures and dream. The gold flatware and color palette in the first photo makes me all giddy, and I love the sweet mismatched chairs and pumpkins and gourds of the latter. It would be nice to host dinner outside if you're lucky to be somewhere warm enough. Though I'm pretty sure all of the warm

{ Things that inspire. }

2011-11-18T07:31:00.000-08:00

When I was getting out of the service, this old marine major said to me, "What do you want to do with your life?" And I said, "Well, I think I want to go into television, but I don't know if I have the talent." He took his two shoes that he was shining and he smashed them together and he said, "Don't you know you can have anything you want in this life? You've just got to want it bad enough!

{words for your week}

2011-11-15T17:12:00.000-08:00

"Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma – which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary." -Steve

{ stuck. }

2011-11-15T09:34:00.000-08:00

I've hit a point of frustration. I've grown so tired of each day feeling like nothing more than an exercise of discipline. I'm tired of my to-do list being full of things that only take away time from the things I actually want to be doing. I know patience is a virtue, but good heavens, I need inspiration or I may croak.

{ a reverie to escape reality...}

2011-11-14T13:26:00.000-08:00

I know a vacation wouldn't actually save me from my very long to-do list or other stresses, but I can't help but to daydream just a little. I would love to get away from reality and bask in the glory of the sun and sand. My extensive list of projects and papers has even taken my time away from this little blog, and that's always frustrating. The load doesn't seem to be lightening up anytime soon

{ A long weekend...}

2011-11-11T08:27:00.000-08:00

I had a wonderful night last night with great friends and woke up this morning feeling extremely tired and extremely blessed. I am so looking forward to a blissful Fall weekend.Trevor's family is coming into town, and I get to play "bed and breakfast" while his sister and her lovely boyfriend stay at my apartment. I'm so happy to have them here and I can't wait for good beer, good people,

{ Rooms to inspire }

2011-11-07T15:01:00.000-08:00

One. Two. Three. Four. Five. I've been doing some more brainstorming for my home lately,and these photos have been inspiring me as of late. I'm still working on the actual execution part (thank you, college student budget) but will keep you guys posted as things progress. I'm aiming to have some pictures up on Friday. One. I love the bold rug with the galvanized steel accents and clean white

{ Words for your week }

2011-11-06T11:35:00.000-08:00

We need some light. First of all, we need some light. You can't sit here in the dark. And all alone, it's a sorry sight. It's just you and me. We'll live, you'll see. Night after night, We'd sit and wait for the morning light. But we've waited far too long, For all that's wrong to be made right. Day after day, Wishing all our cares away. Trying to fight the things we feel, But some hurts

{ when all else fails...}

2011-11-02T19:07:00.000-07:00

1. drink a cuppa tea 2. give yourself a ballerina bun 3. daydream It's been a rough couple of weeks. Though there have been lots of good days in there, today was particularly trying. Feeling much too overloaded with work, bad news, and sleepiness. Still, in the midst of trouble, it's important to acknowledge all that you are grateful for. I know there is so much that I take for granted on

{ Happiness...}

2011-11-01T06:23:00.000-07:00

It looks like another crazy week ahead. Even though I woke up feeling overwhelmed, these images made me smile. I've got some really exciting things to update you guys about, but at the moment I have to finish getting dressed for class and work. I'll be back tomorrow to report more about life lately. I hope you guys are having a great week. Feeling stressed? Take some time today to sit, sip

{ TGIF }

2011-10-28T04:57:00.000-07:00

via This week has flown by, but that doesn't mean I'm not extremely thankful for Friday.Between classes, work, homework, and a benefit that I'm currently organizing (which I'll be posting about soon!) I'm officially tired and ready for some relaxation and breakfast in bed. Treasure gets in town tonight, so we'll be hangin' low this evening and joining in on the Halloween festivities tomorrow.

{ One of those weeks...}

2011-10-25T08:17:00.000-07:00

Monday did not play nice. After waking up feeling sick and tired, and a major flub in one of my classes, I finally came home from the library around 8pm ready to take a shower and wash off the bad karma of the day. But then my shower door broke. And while I was standing inside the shower to fix it (which did not work) I accidently hit the faucet knob and was soaked with freezing cold water

{ Love Note: Terrain for Fall }

2011-10-21T06:11:00.000-07:00

I love that you can roll this out for an impromptu picnic or carry it with you on a plane to bundle up with ease. Beautiful packaging for open kitchen shelves I'd love to store some bright green pears and apples in here to add some style to a plain jane kitchen. 1. Pendleton Travel Throw 2. Rustic Oval Mirror 3. Velvet Pumpkin 4. Welsh Tapestry Pillow 5. Bellocq Le Hammeau Tea 5. Tiered Tin

{ Perfect Evening }

2011-10-20T05:50:00.000-07:00

Ideal Weeknight by cbrown52290 featuring a cable sock Don't mind if I do! This looks like the perfect way to spend a night (or a rainy, lazy day) alone. I've been dying to read Lunch in Paris for months. Has anyone read it? The rainy weather here has me feeling sleepy and lazy. I love the rain if I get to stay cozy indoors. Unfortunately, there is still much to be done before the weekend so

{ A Reverie...}

2011-10-19T07:33:00.000-07:00

Just daydreaming about what it would be like to be one of those lucky ducks who gets to spend Fall in New York City. I haven't seen this magical place in way too long. My reality is that I must now go make breakfast and get dressed for my long day of classes. Le sigh. Eye on the prize. Eye on the prize. Hope you all are having a great week. Thanks so much for stopping by. lovelovelove. -C

His & Hers Living Room

2011-10-18T05:26:00.000-07:00

Feminine/Masculine Living room by cbrown52290 on polyvore.com Jaipur Printed Dhurrie | west elm 5x8 $199 - westelm.com Bliss Sofa | west elm £739 - westelm.com Jazz Pillow Cover | west elm $34 - westelm.com Deco Sequin Pillow | west elm $34 - westelm.com The Leather Glove Chair in Vintage Brown Seating Modern Accent Living... $1,295 - claytongrayhome.com Distressed European Wall Clock | Wall

{ Life Lately }

2011-10-17T15:55:00.000-07:00

1. Celebrated Kates 21st birthday this weekend! It ended up being too dark to take pictures with my Iphone (which is the only camera I had) but I did get to snap this picture of the pre-party at my place :). We toasted with champagne, ate red velvet cupcakes, and indulged in girl talk before the big night out. 2. Spent Sunday with my new fresh flowers, a cup of coffee and re-reading some

{ Celebrate }

2011-10-14T07:16:00.000-07:00

This weekend is my girl Kate's 21st birthday! I'll be spending the weekend celebrating, drinking cocktails, dancing, and trying to keep my granny self awake past 11pm. There are lots of festivities ahead, so I'll be sure to snap some pictures. It should be a wonderful weekend :). For now, I'm going to go grab a pumpkin spice latte and get this day started off right! Hope you all have an amazing

{ Comfy cozy }

2011-10-13T05:47:00.000-07:00

I woke up today reaching for anything comfy and cozy that I could curl up in. I think my brain is going too many directions lately because I just can't seem to get rested and energized this week. I believe it's getting to be the time to break out the Vitamin D and amp up my workouts again to try to perk myself up. Also, I woke up this morning and realized I was out of coffee. Isn't that a

{ Today I'm happy }

2011-10-11T05:49:00.000-07:00

Yesterday was a terrible, no good, very bad day in my book. It was just one of those days that everything went utterly haywire. But I'm keeping my spirits up for the day. Especially because I've got these things making me happy: 1. Memories of a great weekend spent with Treasure 2. Crunchy leaves under my boots 3. Coffee and a vanilla almond biscotti 4. Fresh Tulips from Whole Foods I hope you

{ Monday Morning }

2011-10-10T05:10:00.000-07:00

Morning, darlings. How's everyone doing? I, for one, am not ready for another crazy week. There is much to be done but my cozy couch and DVR full of Friends reruns calls to me. Sadly, I have to ignore them. On the upside, I'm starting this day of with some Hazelenut coffee and a healthy breakfast. Then, it's off to work I go. I hope you all have a wonderful day, I'll see you back here later!

{ Life Lately }

2011-10-06T15:58:00.000-07:00

Last weekend I purchased this Free People Coat for 50 buckaroos. I love. This has been quite the busy week. I am so very ready for the weekend. How 'bout y'all?Treasure is coming town, too, which always makes it all the more lovely :). Hope you guys enjoy your evening. Thank you very much for stopping by. I'll see you tomorrow! lovelovelove. -C

{ a simple pleasure... }

2011-10-05T17:17:00.000-07:00

Coming home from a long day and seeing your bed made and ready for you to dive into.

{ Early Morning }

2011-10-05T04:59:00.000-07:00

Morning dears, I'm starting my day off extra early and heading to the library before work and class to get a few things done. I would love to cuddle up back in bed and sleep for a couple more hours, but homework doesn't wait for anyone, now does it? What's everyone else's plan for the day? What time do you guys wake up? Hope you all have a wonderful day :) lovelovelove. -C source 1, 2, 3

{ Why I Blog }

2011-10-04T09:20:00.000-07:00

Blogging is kind of a weird thing. Even the word. Blawwwg. It's not the most eloquent sounding word, now is it? Some people think blogging is for dweebs. And some people are right about that. I'm a total dweeb and maybe that's why I enjoy blogging so much. But lately, as I've been contemplating my intentions for my career, and generally, what I want my life as a "grown up" to be, I also started

{Casa de Caitlin: an update}

2011-10-03T17:24:00.000-07:00

Hey darlings.How is everyone's week going so far? My Monday felt long and tiring. No matter how much coffee I drank, I just couldn't wake up.Hopefully tonight I'll get to bed at a decent hour, because tomorrow will be another doozy. I know I've been promising updated apartment pictures, so I'm here to deliver. Sadly, the photos aren't great quality because my camera and I have not been getting

{Monday Morning}

2011-10-03T05:18:00.000-07:00

this bike with a basket has me dreaming about starting my morning off with a bike ride to pick up coffee and a paper and some fresh flowers from a corner market. ooo how lovely that would be. Sadly, I overslept a bit this morning and now I'm in a frenzy to get ready for work,but I just wanted to pop in and wish you all a happy Monday. I snapped a few pictures of the apartment over the weekend

{ a love note: Jess LC }

2011-09-29T18:19:00.000-07:00

I've mentioned Makeunder My Life on here before but I feel the need to put the spotlight on this blog/bloggess/business owner of Jess LC, again. (from MML's About Page) If you don't read Makeunder My Life you should start now. Jess is a young, successful entrepreneur and she offers great insight to running a business and designing a life with "intention." But rather than listen to me explain

{ Almost the weekend...}

2011-09-29T05:23:00.000-07:00

This picture just seems to include the ingredients of a really great day. (+ a cup of coffee and a laptop for the blogosphere, of course!) How is everyone doing? Can we make it to Friday? I'm not so sure. I woke up extra early today to finish up some work before my 9:30 am class, and afterwards I'll head straight to work until 5. I'm glad to be busy, but there is so much I want to do with my

{ Lately }

2011-09-28T07:32:00.000-07:00

1. I purchased this little gold rimmed bowl from Anthropologie to set my keys in each day. At $8.00, it was a little pricey for something so teeny, but it's a small price to pay for such a simple thrill every time I walk in and out the door. 2. I also purchased two "Latte" mugs by Pottery Barn from the thrift store this past weekend for about a dollar each. I know I'm drinking tea out of them

{quick post: courtesy of my iphone}

2011-09-26T05:18:00.000-07:00

1. excited to be wearing scarf and boots on my way out to the thrift store (although truth be told, I was quite warm during the whole walk and ended up having to take the scarf off. fooey)2. Kate Spade shoes at TJ Maxx that I wanted to snatch up.3. Rows of apples and cider. I almost bought one of those sacks of apples just because of the adorable totes.4. More apples (because who sees enough

{ undecorated }

2011-09-23T07:45:00.000-07:00

Ameila's home from A Beautiful Living is one of my all time favorite spaces. Where do I begin?The wood floors. The molding. That rug. The dark, chesterfield couch. the collection of books. that dress on the door. the airy, white curtains. the coffee table on wheels. the soft, feminine use of color against the dark leather. But mostly, I love how undecorated it feels. This room feels like a

{Truth be told...}

2011-09-21T20:04:00.000-07:00

I've always dreamt of a winter wedding. I can feel the cozy fire, taste the hot cocoa, see the strings of white lights, smell the Christmas trees, and envision the toasty color palette of browns, grays and whites. Wouldn't it be loverly? And don't even get me started on that wedding dress. It's so elegant and perfect that I'm about to buy it just to wear to school. I love the way the lace echos

{ Back to school }

2011-09-21T07:00:00.000-07:00

Time to go back to school today, my friends. I know this is old news for most college students but since my school is currently on the quarter system, today marks the first day of Fall quarter. And it has just started to rain cats and dogs. Should make for a lovely first day of walking to and from classes. Here's a confession: I have bought about four umbrellas in the last year and I can't find

{ a breath of fresh air }

2011-09-20T07:27:00.000-07:00

A couple of weeks ago I posted photos of my blog/desk nook. Perhaps you guys remember... Le sigh. I do love that nook. Howeverrr, a few things have been switched around here at Casa de Caitlin, which I promise to post pictures of as soon as my camera charger arrives in the mail. Sadly, that blog nook is no more. I have designated a different blog nook in the living room with a different table

{ Rainy day... }

2011-09-19T12:20:00.000-07:00

This rainy day makes me want to curl on my comfy couch with some soup and tea and watch a happy movie whilst daydreaming and planning for the future (my favorite past time). Which is exactly what I plan on doing. However, how lovely would it be to be in Chicago (where I used to live for a short but wonderful while) on a day like this, where you can hop on the El and take the train to a

{ Morning, Sunshine }

2011-09-19T06:01:00.000-07:00

These photos from Anne Sage's blog totally charmed me. Such a sweet little reminder that life doesn't need to be glamourous all the time to be completely lovely. I've been waking up extra early lately to make sure I have plenty of time to drink my coffee, make my breakfast, catch up on blogs, and unwind. Waking up in a rushed frenzy is no way to start your day, am I right? Today I'll go to work,

{ My reality }

2011-09-16T07:27:00.000-07:00

As someone who spends tons of time in the blog world, I can easily admit that sometimes reading blogs written by incredibly successful, creative people who live in the most fantastic cities and wear the most beautiful clothes and live in the most perfect homes, it's easy to get overwhelmed by how far behind I feel. My current reality is that I'm a college student, on a shoestring budget, living

{ Perfection }

2011-09-15T07:02:00.000-07:00

I am dreaming about getting dressed for work this morning in any of those Fall ensembles. The perfect amount of chic (I'm really not cool enough to use that word) and effortlessness. Don't you agree? Alas, I am still in my pj's sipping my coffee and I have thirty minutes to get dressed, so the likely hood of me looking like the ladies above when I head to work is looking slimmer by the minute.

{ When you wake up on the wrong side of the bed...}

2011-09-14T08:43:00.000-07:00

just take a moment to daydream... Le sigh. I can envision myself with camera in hand and smile on my face exploring each and every one of those places. One day that will be a reality :). I was in the middle of taking pictures of my apartment yesterday for my blog post when my camera died. No big deal, right? Except then I couldn't find my camera charger. It must have gotten mixed up somewhere

{ A Warm Welcome}

2011-09-13T06:52:00.000-07:00

I was browsing inspiration for my entryway yesterday, and these images had me drooling. I think if I walked into any of these homes I would never want to leave. The styling in all of them is to die for. So simple. I believe my kitchen rug is the same one in the last photo (or at least, extremely similar). How exciting :). Speaking of which, I'm off of work until Thursday so I'm going to be

{Fall Wish List}

2011-09-12T11:50:00.000-07:00

Z Gallerie Chisel Glassware in Gold Z Gallerie Notting Hill Table Clock Studio Tray Faux Coral in coral Kenya pillow Sula pillow Since I started getting my apartment together, I've developed a whole new list of items that I'm drooling over. While I'm comfy and cozy in my new digs for the moment, , it's in a pretty boring stage right now, because it's feeling a little one dimensional. It's

{Ch-ch-ch-changes & Life Lately}

2011-09-11T18:10:00.000-07:00

Hey y'all. As I mentioned a few posts ago, I decided to change my blog name and domain address. I'm really excited the pending changes and I hope you guys will stick with me. I'm not sure when a new design for the blog will debut (funds are a bit tight right now) but please keep your eyes peeled, because it's at the top of my to do list. I just switched my domain and everything is transitioning

{Fall in Love}

2011-09-06T14:02:00.000-07:00

Today, the Pumpkin Spice Latte returned to the Starbucks up the street from my apartment, which can only mean one thing. It's officially Fall. (nevermind what the calender tells you) I would like to celebrate with hayrides, apple picking, pumpkin carving, and hot cider drinking. I love the seasons. source Don't you just want to sit there and feel the crisp autumn air while you sip a pumpkin

{Progress}

2011-09-03T11:07:00.000-07:00

Hey y'all! Oh my heavens, where does the time go? I can't believe I'm sitting in the Starbucks up the street from my Cincinnati apartment already. It's been wonderful being back, though I am very ready for it to turn to Fall now so I can break in my new boots and walk outside without melting. My mom and I got into Cincinnati on Monday and the apartment has been undergoing a facelift ever since.

2011-09-02T13:30:00.001-07:00

I'm alive! I've moved and I don't have Internet yet so I'm typing this from my iPhone, but I'll be back with some Pictures and news tomorrow! Hope you all have a wonderful day :)

{Find the joy}

2011-08-26T12:01:00.000-07:00

"I know there is poor and hideous suffering, and I've seen the hungry and the guns that go to war. I have lived the pain, and my life can tell: I only deep the wound of the world when I neglect to give thanks for early light dappled through leaves and the heavy perfume of wild roses in early July and the song of crickets on humid nights and the rivers that run and the stars that rise and the rain

{Words.}

2011-08-25T23:21:00.000-07:00

A friend shared this with me a long time ago. She heard it first during Mass and ever since she shared it with me, I find comfort in repeating it to myself in times when I'm not sure what to do: "Although I am immediately, and deeply powerless, I will pray with you and for you because your problems are important to me. I find comfort in the idea that our attention to a relationship or person is

{Rainy Day}

2011-08-25T07:34:00.000-07:00

Hi friends! I can't believe this is the first day all week that I'm posting, I don't know where the heck this week (or entire summer, for that matter) has gone! I head back to Cincinnati on Sunday and I feel like I just stepped off the plan in Houston. Time certainly flies, and I'm really going to miss my family. On a happier note, I am so very excited to move into my new apartment. Well.

{Just what I needed}

2011-08-19T17:18:00.000-07:00

I had the most wonderful day off. The first stop I made was at Bunaglow in Montrose. It's this sweet, adorable coffeehouse located in (you guessed it) a bungalow. They also sell clothes and great little gifts, like journals, books, stationary, etc. I walked in and immediately got all googly eyed and gaga. I love a good coffee shop. I loved this little computer nook. lots of mixed patterns.

{My day}

2011-08-18T06:57:00.000-07:00

I can feel summer start to slip through my fingers as we speak. I was looking through my planner last night trying to figure out my schedules for my last week and a half here and I could feel myself develop several grey hairs. I feel like I just got here, and yet there are so many people I still need to see and things I need to do. And trying to fit that in with my crazy work schedule makes me a

Hump day.

2011-08-17T07:01:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone! I'm just stopping to pop in real quick and say hi. I'm about to head to work, naturally. Tomorrow is going to be my first day off in about 3 weeks and I can't tell you how excited I am.Tonight I'm going to make lots of fun plans for my day tomorrow because I don't want to waste a minute! I'll definitely be including some blogging in my day :). I'm also picturing strolling through

{Changes aren't so simple}

2011-08-14T22:19:00.000-07:00

Okay, y'all. Time to huddle.So lately, I've been wanting to redesign the blog. Well, not lately. I've wanted to for a long time but I wasn't really sure what I wanted and I didn't want to pay to have it done until I figured it out. Here's the thing. When I started this blog, I started it because I was reading a lot of personal blogs about family and normal life, and at the time, I was in an

{blue}

2011-08-14T11:20:00.000-07:00

Feelin' a wee bit blue today.I am about to go into work and I just don't wanna.I haven't had a day off in weeks, and yet I'm still all kinds of worried about money for when I go to school. I really wish I had the extra money to take a quick little trip to Chicago before school starts when I get to Cincinnati. But either way, it will be good to get back and get settled again. I don't mean to be a

{Just a late Saturday night thought}

2011-08-13T20:28:00.000-07:00

I found this quote on one of my favorite blogs, Makeunder My Life, and it really resonated with me, as I'm sure it will with a lot of you. "I'm not where I want to be, but thank God I'm not where I used to be. I'm doing okay and I'm on my way." -J. Meyer source Now to just keep moving forward... I worked a long day today, so I will now relax with a glass of red wine and 13 going on 30. Do not

{Office vs. Closet}

2011-08-11T17:54:00.000-07:00

Is it just me, or are the weeks speeding by even faster than usual? As I prepare to head back to Cincinnati for school in just a few short weeks, I am trying to find a way to do all of those summer fun activities before we officially kiss the season goodbye. Between my constant working, it will be quite a challenge. But I am dying to go a wine tasting, peruse the shops in Montrose, have a girls

{Lesson learned.}

2011-08-04T09:51:00.000-07:00

As summer starts to come to an end and a new school year gets closer, my wheels start spinning.I always look at summer breaks as periods to recharge, learn a few things and reset your goals for the upcoming year. If you know me or have been reading the blog for a while, you know that my freshman year I switched my major at school from acting to communications. Sort of a big deal, because I had

{Wow-wee.}

2011-08-03T08:13:00.000-07:00

They finally came out with the music video. These two are smokin'.

{The best.}

2011-08-01T19:50:00.000-07:00

Every time I start to get antsy, watch too many episodes of Sex and the City that have me dreaming of moving to New York, read a blog about someone who whisked themselves off to Amsterdam for the journey of a lifetime, or get caught up in looking at too many travel pictures on Pinterest, I start to hear voices. One of them says "Don't worry, Caitlin. Your time will come. Slooow down and enjoy

{Love song}

2011-07-26T20:28:00.000-07:00

I really want a love song. (i mean, who doesn't?) ...a girl can dream... Hey There Delilah-Plain White T's (<--- this one friggin kills me) That's Beautiful To Me-Jaron and the Long Road to Love Le sigh. Good night, all <3 -C

{Remind me}

2011-07-25T16:24:00.000-07:00

As most of y'all know, I'm originally from Houston, TX (which is where I'm living again, currently) so even though I did grow up mostly in Baltimore, I do have a big place in my heart for country music. When I was growing up, watching Reba on the Country Music Awards was one of the biggest highlights of the year. In the late 90's, a lot of the new country music coming out wasn't quite my thang,

{Hold the phone}

2011-07-25T08:38:00.001-07:00

I have lots of things I've been wanting to post but my darn camera cord is missing and it's putting a damper on things. Sit tight, I'm hoping to locate it today so I can update y'all with some goodies. Hope your Monday is swell so far! -C

{ Monday Moanin' }

2011-07-18T06:22:00.000-07:00

Everytime Monday rolls around I think of when I was in middle school and my mom would take me to the bus stop in the morning because the radio station we always listened to had this little segment called "Monday Moanin'" where people would call in and vent about little things that irritate the hoo-haw (don't ask what made me go with that phrase) out of them (like long traffic lights, or when

{Wanderlust and Chick Lit}

2011-07-15T07:40:00.000-07:00

Sometimes I daydream about leaving school and becoming an Au Pair in somewhere in Europe. Just for a little while :). Maybe Greece or Ireland. I would love to go back to London again, too since I was so darn busy when I was there the first time a few years ago (wow time flies). I do a lot of daydreaming. But maybe next summer I'll actually turn that dream to a reality. Minus the leaving school

{Summer lovin.}

2011-07-10T16:41:00.000-07:00

Don't those photos just make you smile? They warm my heart right up. I just returned from a relaxing night at a luxurious condo by the beach in Galveston, TX with family and I did not want to leave. Sitting on the beach at that sweet spot in the water where you're far enough in that the water washes over you but close enough to shore that you can sit down on the sandy bottom is truly the best

{Hi, Blog}

2011-07-06T22:24:00.000-07:00

Hey little blog,I have not forgotten about you. I'm just not sure what to talk to you about right now.See, I have a lot of my mind, little blog. But I'm not sure you're ready to hear it. I've attempted a few posts and have drafts sitting there waiting to be "published" but usually when things are quiet on here it's because I'm not exactly sure how to turn current events in my life into a

{Lighten up, Cait}

2011-06-28T20:50:00.000-07:00

I know I still haven't posted about my trip to Disney World, and the only reason I haven't is because there is a lot to cover (I was there for 6 days!) and I need to take the time to sit down and post pictures and get all my thoughts together, which has proved rather difficult lately. In times when you see me post less, it's typically because I feel scatterbrained and I don't know how to wrangle