Florence and the Machine

Home Sweet Home

There is no place like home! Although leaving my Montreal family was hard to do, once I saw my family and friends back in New Brunswick my excitement for summer rekindled! In the past 24 hours I've already managed to squeeze in some quality time with my two favorite boys (my nephews), a picnic at the lighthouse, and dinner date and mini photoshoot with Robyn! The best part is, this is only the beginning of what's to come!

Black and Whites

I've spent the last week looking around my room wondering how I'm possibly going to fit all of my clothes into the vehicle to move home! I've sifted through them and managed to fill three bags with things that I no longer wear and plan on donating, but it's so hard for me to part with clothing items!
Unfortunately, I won't have a ton of time in the next couple weeks to update with outfit posts, as a week from today is my last official day as an au-pair, and much packing, cleaning, and goodbyes are in store!
SO! I thought I'd leave you with a few of my favorite black and white shots from the photoshoot I modeled for in April! Enjoy!

Quebec City

My French family and I decided to spend the weekend in Quebec City, doing a bit of site seeing and shopping before I leave next month. I've been to Quebec City once before, but in the middle of winter, and this time around it was much easier to enjoy the scenery and the beauty of the quaint little spot. I adore the architecture and the history, and I can definitely see myself making a return trip!

Where we stayed: Chateau de Frontenac

Home, Here, and Him.

I have the notion that time is flying by, but simultaneously moving remarkably slow. I give complete credit for that notion to the fact that my sleep cycle is out of order, and as of lately my premeditated afternoon naps are the only things keeping me alive at all. I have a terrible habit of always wishing I were somewhere else instead of enjoying the present and fully living in the moment.
In a few short weeks I will be heading back to the Maritimes for my third move in two years, tracking down a job, visiting my friends and family, and spending late nights and warm afternoons with a certain someone before his band leaves to go on tour in August. A lot of plans have changed for the summer, but despite the bumps in the road- it's going to be one to remember.

I apologize for the lack of outfit photos and fashion type posts lately. The cold i've had for what seems like my entire life now(or maybe three months) seems to still enjoy attacking my immune system, and here in Canada the weather likes to downpour for weeks at a time and call itself Spring. In short, my spirits have been low and my hair has been messy.

However, I did find enough motivation this morning to march around the house and snap a few simple photos of some of the everyday things that I enjoy about my Montreal abode- enjoy!




thanks robyn!

Summer Bucket List

one. go camping
two. throw a birthday party
three. have a tea party picnic with friends
four. paint and re-vamp new bedroom
five. get one hundred blog followers

Just a few summer plans that have me crossing off days on my calender left and right. What is one thing on your summer bucket list?

Breakfast and Tea

It may just have something to do with the dismal, bleak weather we've been having, or perhaps that for the past two years around this very time I've packed up and moved myself somewhere new, but lately I've been consumed by the feeling of wanderlust. My heart only remains content for a paltry amount of time, and then I'm hit with the realization that I start merely existing in a certain place instead of really living.
Next month I'll be returning to my second home to spend the year enjoying the company of great friends and family, a handful of new projects, and strict allowances! (I'm saving for a whirlwind cross-country European tour!)
Until then, I'll continue to take advantage of all the wonderful opportunities at my fingertips here in Montreal, and cherish each and every moment I have left! Where did the year go?!

Ladybird, Ladybird

As the weather warms, I find my desire to run around sweaterless in floral patterned dresses significantly increasing. However, due to the nature of my job at the moment, it is often more practical to throw on a pair of jeans, put my hair in a messy bun, and attempt to keep up with a busy two year old!

Easter!

This was the first Easter I had spent away from my family, and despite an everlasting sickness still hanging over my head, I had a great day! Copious amounts of chocolate, an afternoon nap, egg hunts and baby chicks! Not to mention I tried duck for the first time, and went four-wheeling in a dress!

April Soundtrack

Here's what I've been tuning into this April!

2AM Club: Same Night Sky
Bastille: Flaws
Bob Dylan: Times They Are A-Changin'
Damien Rice: Lonelily
First Aid Kit: Ghost Town
Fleet Foxes: Helplessness Blues
Fleet Foxes: Tiger Mountain Peasant Song
Frightened Rabbit: Old, Old Fashioned
Frightened Rabbit: Poke
Margot and the Nuclear So & Sos: Skeleton Key
Mumford and Sons: The Cave
Mumford and Sons: White Blank Page
Say Anything: I Want To Know Your Plans
Stephen Fretwell: Darling Don't
The Submarines: You, Me and the Bourgeoisie
White Lies: Bigger Than Us