we are innocent dog

It's pretty obvious- at least to me that I really want a dog. I grew up with a family dog- Princess, that was around before I was even born. I remember when we got our puppy, Daisy, when I was twelve to replace our faithful friend. Now my parents have Macy, who I think was a complete surprise to them when they ventured down the road to another furry companion. I even get to visit with Sharon's Boston Terrier Stella (not pictured- but equally as cute) when I stay with her people - I swear I am not just there to see the dog! I love the idea of a vintage suitcase as a dog bed though- what a clever little piece of decor but functional item for a little doggy to sleep in.

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it's the freakin' weekend

Happy Weekend Dear Readers! I am much relived to be getting to the end of the work week – it seems that I am back to crazy days at work, similar to last fall and winter as I again transition to a new job focus. It’s definitely a good thing for me, but I am really hoping for no more surprise career moves for a good long while after this one.  Luckily, the weekend is one that I’ve been looking forward to all week. I have plans for Cinco de Mayo both nights, which seems a bit intense- but super fun all the same. One night is with colleagues – which hopefully means good behavior from most (though sometimes- the best stories come from those events), and the other with some friends. I think Sunday will be a leisurely recovery day, as I’ve already stocked up on breakfast foods to prepare a feast. What do you have planned this weekend?

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my phone r-ringing

There’s definitely a trend of iphone love for my friends and I – and cases are now pretty much are clothing for your mobile device. I found this super cute case from Minnie & Emma, which allowed me to personalize with my first initial (they have tons of cute cases for anyone looking for something different). I love how preppy and completely girly the new case is – with lilac and white stripes and my J in a hot pink. I no longer need to worry about any guys mistaking my phone for their’s.

If I was from Paris I would say Oooh la la la la la la

I really really want to go to Paris - it's on my top of my list of places to visit as soon as possible. I have been dreaming of the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Seine River and seeing the Mona Lisa. The perfect novel to escape and pretend I actually have been in Paris was French Lessons by Ellen Sussman, which follows three Americans as they meet with their French tutors in various spots of Paris. Each one had a bit of a love story to it, but also a very interesting background as the three pairings were three separate stories, with a few common occurrences. I recommend this one to anyone looking for a little escape to France without traveling across seas.