time to plan a vacation...

chalk it up to cheese...

i've admired these chalky-boards-of-cheesiness in pier1, but have been inspired to create my own!

here are the step-by-step instructions {including the type of paint}.

cheers!

xo

{memory jar}

here's a sweet idea for 2012 --> write down a memory, learning or funny moment and read them on new years eve/new years day 2013. 

<3

via here.

ten days off equals awesome

yes. i am officially spoiled. ten. one-zero days off. to be retired, to workout when i want, to watch bad morning television, to get a jump start on my resolutions, to see friends, to see even more family, to drink wine, to watch late-night movies by the fire. yep. it was basically as wonderful as it sounds. so what have i learned from my time off?

one) i love taking a real break & turning off my devices to remember what is really important
two) i need $5,347,233 saved up to retire and lead the life I desire

i have a feeling 2012 will be an excellent year with my newfound goals in mind. stay tuned for the pretty, shiny "year in review" and "resolutions" posts.