Back in the 901

I've been back in Memphis for 2 weeks and am finally somewhat settled. Luke came down to help me move back into my house - such a nice treat! Since he was only here for a few days  we made the most of it by doing Memphis-y things (or what I consider Memphis-y things). Most of what we did was eat delicious food...you can't go wrong there! Central BBQ, Kwik Check, Little Italy, and much much more! We also did a typical southern activity - Skeet shooting!

Skeet shooting at the range and then some good old fried chicken... :) Only at Gus's are their 40's cheaper than fountain drinks!

I had so much fun with Luke that I hate saying goodbye. It's always so wonderful when he visits me at school. He's off to Portland for his senior year at Reed and I am staying in Memphis for my senior year at Rhodes! Such an exciting year ahead for the both of us.

The last of summer

Goodbye sweet Chicago! So long lazy days of summer. I'm headed back down south - to Memphis!

Trip to Leland, Michigan

Leland is such a charming, fun Michigan town. I couldn't have asked for a better family trip to end the summer. We adventured through Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, played too many board games, and really just enjoyed being around each other. Although the weather was a little to windy to go on the lake we tried to make the most of it. Luke and I ended up taking a crazy windy/wavy kayak adventure - although I thought I was going to die it was still a blast. It was really great to get some relaxed family time in before I head back to school.

Fishtown

Sleeping Bear Dunes

beautiful momma

family!

to the beach!

I've been spending my last few days of summertime at the beach. A town close to mine just created a beautiful nature walk that leads you right down to the water. Luke and I grabbed our longboards and decided to explore!

loving the shadows of my skirt

Awesome mural/mosaic

Anniversary Dinner

For our anniversary dinner I decided to play dress-up and make myself look nice for my man. I put on this Free People Romper, some boots, and my great-grandmothers jewelry. To put a cherry on top I decided to curl my hair! Super fancy ;)   

We  had an amazing dinner at a greek restaurant called Avli. The food was amazing and the service was absolutely incredible - So incredible that I couldn't stop smiling for hours after because I had so much fun with our waiter! It was a wonderful night :)

A Trip

"I need a trip, a trips all I need."

I decided to pick a Friday Jam based on my trip up to Michigan next week. The first song that came to mind was Trip by Vacationer.  Perfect summertime getaway music. 

3 years

Happy Anniversary to the most wonderful guy I know :)

I wanted to surprise Luke with a small, thoughtful gift before dinner tonight. As I was scrolling through Pinterest I came across the perfect one. Kristin over at Make the Best of Everything gave this cute six pack to her husband. I decided to make a similar one for Luke. Mine turned out a little something like this:

Hopefully he'll like it - but honestly how could he not? It's beer! I can't wait to see how I can incorporate this type of word play in other beers. Such a great gift idea!