Friday, November 8, 2013

Arizona or Oregon?

Decisions decisions...

  A little update on what is going on in our life. Jake is in the process of applying + interviewing from schools, he has had a few offers from schools all over but has accepted offers at Midwestern University in Arizona + Pacific University in Oregon. We just have one problem... we both are very indecisive + can not make a decision yet on where we want to go. We have gone to both places looked around + loved them both! Unfortunately I am lame + only took pictures at one place! So I thought I would just share the latest from the Adventures of Jake + Kalie.

 When I was driving around looking at apartments I found this...
 Could not believe how green everything was.
 Jake was determined to cross this 3+ mile bridge + we found a way




 If you didn't know already the coast is very windy
 Cannon beach so pretty

 Multnomah Falls = Breath Taking



 nough said..



 Moss is unreal


 if ever in Portland go here. long line but worth the pink box


 most random flavors ever! 
coast once more.... 

Well there ya have it our little adventure weekend to Oregon... 

Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Daily Deals

Ok so as I am surfing the internet tonight going through blogs, my favorite deal websites + I was thinking how amazing it was once I found these amazing sites so I thought I would share a few of my favorites! Enjoy! (BE WARNED YOU MAY BE TEMPTED TO SPEND LOTS + LOTS OF TIME + MONEY AT THESE SITES ;] )

1: Brickyard buffalo. {www.Brickyardbuffalo.com} I may have spent more than I would like to share at this website + I love everything! They will usually have a Blogger that they feature with their favorite things on their site once a week + so it makes it fun to see everyones favs!

2: Groop dealz {with a "Z} {www.Groopdealz.com} This was my very first find, a co-worker showed me this site + it was instant love at first glance! They are always updating with new dealz, but mainly the start of the week! So fun! 

 3. P.S I Adore You {www.Psiadoreyou.com} Ok ok I L.O.V.E these mommys! They started this site to raise awareness for childhood cancer + they feature amazing courageous little children that are battling their disease. Then your purchase funds the fight! Amazed yet? I am! Go check out this site now! 

4: Sassy Steals {www.Sassysteals.com} Last but not the least this website offers daily homemade deals, boutique deals + giveaways! So fun right! Check it out you wont regret it!

Ok now you know some of my guilty pleasures! Go have fun, enjoy these websites I know I do! 

xoxo {kal}

Sunday, October 27, 2013

Trying something new...

Hey guys ok so my blog is mainly for me to write all my like dislikes + for me to express myself. So I am trying this new thing, I have a style that changes as much as the seasons + I can't pick out just one type (bohemian, chic, hipster, edgy, etc...) I feel like I have many different styles just depends on the day so what better way to express yourself other than posting about it for the world to see. Ok it makes me nervous to do this but I have had several tell me this is what I should start to do. It is going to take some getting used to but I will let you know where everything is from. I have had several blogging inspirations such as the amazing blog of Twist Me Pretty, Cara Loren, The Parrish Place, The Day Book Blog and many more! So bare with me as I start this new exciting journey of the blogging world.

Ok so here it goes! This first post is about a little bit of vintage accessories (ok more like little treasures out of my parents closet that they don't like) + some personal touches with them! ps don't mind the squinting it was SO bright outside!









Top: Graphic camera tee from urbanoutfitters.com
Vest: h&m.com
Pants: bohme.com
Shoes: steve maddens
Jewelry: citizen watch, and earrings compliments of my moms from the 80's and necklace is Bolo Tie (yes I said that) from dad's dresser! ;) I love finding new gems that I can use to add a little flair.
Thanks for coming!
xoxo {kal}

Sunday, September 29, 2013

Day Dreaming of New Projects to fill my house with....

So as I am sitting here looking at apartment listings for Glendale AZ, yes I did say that. Side note: Jake was accepted to the first TWO (thats right, my smarty pants) schools he interviewed with + both were in AZ. He accepted Midwestern's acceptance + so far this is where we will be ending up if we dont here from the other schools. We are still waiting to hear from Duke, Alabama + U of U. Side note over.

ANYWAYS, I love looking through + getting inspiration on what to possibly do with a smaller space, the kitchen, den, bedroom, etc... So as far as the den goes or work area however we call it, I've been trying to come up with ideas on getting the best workspace in small spaces. Right now our computer sits on a little side table that barely fits a book next to it so we would like to do something different + I have found a few ideas searching the web. Here are just a few:

could not find website that actually worked
I LOVE the color + the size of this, it can easily fit in any room almost.

http://fancy.com/things/271006077/DecoCrush
This does not show space and size of this wood tabletop but I do love the great length on this + how even something simple can look so timeless at the same time. 

http://www.sunset.com/home/decorating/great-ideas-for-home-shelves-00400000039111/page29.html
Ok so I do like this idea if the space in your house just isn't there, take a closet add shelving to it + there you go! If the closet doors seem to make it small take them off + add in a curtain just to cover the space when needed for when you have company over.

http://www.thefabguide.com/10-organised-home-office-ideas/
Again so simple but a great use of a smaller space, I love the way white looks with everything + slight pop of color in there with the chair + flowers! 

http://www.thefabguide.com/10-organised-home-office-ideas/
For sure one of my top favs, actually I am trying to find the tables to try + recreate this, perfect for a small space, corner or anywhere in your house + more than enough room to lay everything out that you need.


Ok so if any of you are looking for new ideas for new office space here you go. All of these are amazing + there are so many out there to choose from so go have fun redecorating or organizing your office space I know I will. Pictures will be posted once it is finished!

Making a list of all your projects is a great thing to do that way you will not get sidetracked from your goals. Here is my list:

reorganizing my den
picture wall in my kitchen/living room area
bedroom makeover
changing color scheme of living room and kitchen
kitchen organization
making new pillows for my couch
guest bathroom 
2nd bedroom

see I have too many i feel like, but you need to start somewhere right!

xoxo {kal}