One of THOSE days...

... And by those days, I mean completely normal. Espresso-my-god... I would like to thank Coffee House North West for being a block away and making addictions really very convenient. But its Saturday, so why not?

-Rachel

Astral

sometimes real things are so much more unreal than imagined.

images from the hubble

-nicole

Portland Rain Hath Come!

So I spent a little time wanderin' around my cozy north west hood, so to speak, and I also managed to fit my run perfectly in an hour window free of rain! In other news for you curious minds, my hair fits snug in a tiny, messy but mighty ponytail. I like to think of it as a visual testament of my unbelievable will.

Rachel

Autumnal Gifts

I can honestly say I have been getting my feet outside and on every terrain possible the past few days in a desperate attempt to hold on to a somewhat stable temperature. But, as I hear, a storm is a brewin! Nicole's wonderful aunt visited from the coast and knitted absolutely lovely hand warms to keep my paws toasty! A thousand thank-yous, Linda!

Anyway, keep warm!

Rachel

Healing

i am back :)

-nicole

Cork Board Makeover

So just about the only actually productive thing I did this weekend was to spruce up my inspiration board. After seeing this AMAZING renovation (via the lovely Cup of Jo), I decided to use the leftover fabric from my throw pillows, some fabric glue, and voilà! Granted, I can get a bit hasty, so I'm working on the "patience is a virtue" idea.. It is nice to have some cohesion in the room though.

Anyway, the highlight of my day was getting to pet an ENORMOUS mastif outside the store. I dont think my landlord would notice if I brought him home.

What was something that made you smile today?

Rachel

Hectic

Photo: Life

Good morning and happy friday dear friends!

All I have to say is: what a week. What started out as an exciting past few days has resulted in some unfortunate events. I have been doing all I can to keep my head above the water, while reminding myself to swim. Those of you who have known me for a while know that the past half-decade or so my life has been full of running. For me, it is one thing I do everyday in order to keep my sanity. A chunk of time for me and nothing else, not for the stresses and fears that exist in all our lives, not for anyone or anything, just simply: because. I know if I dont go out everyday (sometimes forcibly) I will be laying in bed twiddling my thumbs and gritting my teeth at night.

So I ask, what are some things you do for yourself everyday? Walk your dog? Make your bed? Yoga? Paint? I would love to hear!



Rachel