{8 More Days & Counting...}

In 8 days I'm going home to Ohio for a long weekend with the fam and full day at the best amusement park in the world - Cedar Point. I haven't been home in a long time, and the last 2 times I was there I was pretty sick - so I'm soooo looking forward to being there - the food, the drinks, the smells, the laughter...yep, can't wait. For long weekends like this, I'm definitely in need of a nice weekender bag - and found a few that I'm keeping my eye on:

{Where to find: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4}

{Happy Monday}

How many people actually say Happy Monday? You always hear TGIF, or Happy Hump-day - but no one is ever happy to see Monday. So this morning I've decided to have a different outlook, and instead of complaining, I plan to have a great week - full of going to the gym, enjoying Restaurant Week here in Raleigh, and going to the Jill Scott concert.

I apologize that this post is short today, but I lost power last night and based on the blinking alarm clock {luckily my internal alarm clock woke me up} - it's only been on for about an hour or so.

{Cute shoes right? Found here and here.}

Happy Monday Peeps!!

{TGIF Peeps}

Check out some of the links that I've been lovin' on this week:

- Congratulations to my friend Cyn Kain for her beautiful new website. Cyn - I think it's absolutely amazing, it captures everything we know and love about you perfect.

- I was watching The Back-up Plan last weekend, and I so want these striped pj pants that Jennifer Lopez had on - they are Victoria Secrets, sold out, and I can't find them anywhere. ugh!

- I love all 3 of mine to pieces and pieces...word

- Perfect weekend 'fit

- Wow - I haven't had time lately to catch up on all my fave blogs - like Where Did U Get That - not only was she chosen to be a Cover Girl - but she got hitched - Yay Karen - congrats!!!

- Watermelon and Pineapple Slush - think I want to try this...you should too!

Enjoy your weekend Peeps!!

{Pulling from the archives: This Small Space}

HGTV used to have a show called This Small Space and I just loved how these people {mostly in NYC} came up with the most unique ways to maximize their small spaces. DigsDigs recently posted this lovely 500 square foot loft style apartment. The interior is just fabulous and the owners definitely maximized every inch of the space. The apartment is a opened space that really looks bigger than it is. What do you think about the neutral palate? Lately I've been into pattern and color - but I'm diggin the grays, silvers, and whites - definitely makes the space very cohesive. This apartment is an amazing example of how careful planning, and a good eye, can make any space {no matter the size} simply...marvelous. Check out the pics:

Makes me want to chuck it all and start all over....

{Gucci Menswear 2011 Fall Bags}

What is there not to love about Gucci's new Fall collection of bags for men. Now I only know a few men that would actually be comfortable wearing one of these, but I'll tell you what - I would rock the heck out of all of them! These oversized bags are perfect for going to work, the gym, or if you're simply planning to go away for the weekend. Which one is your favorite?

I'd take them all, but if I had to choose one - I'd pick the one in the middle/second row. Lovely!