THE BEAUTY OF REST + THREE THINGS...

{The thick cushion in the bottom of these pumps. It's like a Dr. Scholl's is built into them. Unfortunately, the leopard print looks like it is sold out, but if you are looking for a super comfortable heel, then check out the other colors...}

Hi there! I hope you had a great week last week and a great weekend. I must say that I really needed that week off from blogging. I had a super busy work week and it was honestly really nice to just come home and not turn on the computer. I spent that extra time reading and getting inspiration from the pile of magazines and cookbooks that have been accumulating on my bed for the last few months. I even took time to read the PAPER version of Sunday's NY Times (more on that below)! AND I was in bed before 10:30 every night. Gosh I feel better! I really love blogging and being creative, but it gets a little overwhelming and exhausting sometimes when I'm juggling the blog and my very full time non-creative day job. But it's the way things are right now, so I've got to do a better job at taking more time for me - especially during the week. It just makes for a better me, ya know? I'm workin' on it!

Anywho, here are three things that have brought me some joy as of late... It's always good to take stock in the things you love in life so that the harder things are easier to deal with! Just my two cents... :)

{The Vows section of the NY Times. Reading about two people, their accomplishments and how they fell in love beats the drama on the front page of the paper for me anyday. I particularly loved the story in Sunday's paper. It was about patience, love, the importance of friendship, the works. You can read it here...} 

{This stacked ring set. It's simple and versatile. Love it.}