31 January 2011

Scenes From The Weekend

(my new favorite mugs staking precious counter space claim)

(Splitting a bottle of Cabernet)

(mini strawberry cupcakes with cream cheese frosting...sadly, didn't thrill me. 
I'm in a baking rut and it's bumming me out)

(candlelight & purple tulips)

(green calcite crystal, gifted by Julia)

(new green striped sheets)


Spending extended time with my closest female friends served me well this weekend. I felt a pang as they left on the Sunday morning train, but waved goodbye with a full heart. These women are soul mates and I feel indescribably lucky for the presence of their sunny spirits, infectious laughter and warm company.

Most of the weekend revolved around the table, where a steady stream of munchies, tea, and later, wine, kept us nourished as we caught up on our respective lives. 

In other news, I stopped by West Elm in Columbus Circle after work on Friday and splurged on a new set of sheets. I couldn't resist the classic stripes in the freshest shade of green. Before ducking onto the subway, I poked around the flower stall in Whole Foods and left with three gorgeous bouquets; tulips in shades of royal purple and bright fuchsia, and a smaller wildflower variety. Little pleasures like these and feel-good friends made my weekend.

What made yours?

(all photos snapped on my iPhone)
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8 comments:

  1. Will @ Bright.BazaarJanuary 31, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    I love how you swished into West Elm after work, you glamourous girl, you! The new sheets are rather special - I do love me good stripe. As for the candlelight and blooms - well, they are lovely.

    Glad your weekend was filled with fun and friendship!

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  2. I Think My Tummy HurtsJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    Those mugs! Oh my oh my. And, I understand why you couldn't resist those stripes. Super cool. Feel-good friends are the best. Watching the Shawshank Redemption under a sea of blankets with my roommates made my weekend!

    Hope your week is just as nice as your weekend!

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  3. geriJanuary 31, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    love the huge mugs!! perfect for my morning coffee and such a cheerful and colorful pattern! would you mind terribly telling where you found them?
    thank you for your daily optimistic inspiration!

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  4. Kayla PooleJanuary 31, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    Geri, of course I don't mind sharing. I found them at Pier 1 on the Upper East Side a couple of weeks ago. I would think they'd still be in stock at your local store, but here's the online link to check in case:

    http://www.pier1.com/Catalog/Dining/tabid/493/List/0/CategoryID/109/level/a/ProductID/7144/ProductName/Floral-Coffee-Cups-with-Standuu/Default.aspx

    I hope you find them :)

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  5. A Crimson KissJanuary 31, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    Those sheets are darling, and this looks like an absolutely wonderful weekend! I'm always so impressed at how well you document your weekend coming-and-goings!

    xo, Lena

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  6. NatalieJanuary 31, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    These are the sweetest details-- love it!

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  7. Kimia KlineJanuary 31, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    my girl friends are my heart. :) so glad you got a chance to spend time with them. hot tea and sleep made my weekend! :)

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  8. geriJanuary 31, 2011 at 11:45 PM

    thanks so much kayla for the link... your a doll! have the best week ever! geri xx

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