Morning Glory. 

Since moving into my new apartment, waking up before the sun has been a breeze. I'm assuming it is easy because it is still all new and exciting. 

It has been almost 3 weeks in The Treehouse (trying this new name on for size) and I can already feel lazy morning syndrome kicking in. My "bed" (the sofa couch I have been sleeping on until my actual bed in delivered) is becoming too warm, too familiar and invites me to press snooze eleven more times than necessary. For the past couple of morning... I have been accepting that invitation.

 Fingers crossed I can protect that extra hour I have in the mornings, for running/exploring the beauty of a new neighborhood, journaling and sipping coffee as the sun makes it's grand appearance.

Here's a purple flowered tree I couldn't resist having a little photo shoot with on one of my morning runs...

Enjoy the day, friends.

Creative Minds.

Some kids at After Care have been inspiring me like crazy these days. Sometimes I get too caught up in "being a grown up" and being responsible that I hit a wall. When this happens I am gently reminded by a sweet homemade comic book full of 2nd grade inspired heroes and a "talent show sine up" that life is meant to be lived with whimsy, creativity and a desire to share your gifts with others. So thank you, sweet friends! You warm and reverse my "grown up" heart back to it's sweet beginnings!

Grateful Heart.

Sweet Pooches in Wine Shops.

 Momma-Daughter time a cool coffee shops in old Carolina homes.

Great conversations with sweet girls (see picture below in addition).

Saturday morning traditions with a dear friend. 

Surprise Birthday Dinners.

Bubbles.

Sparklers.

Love Letters.

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Laughter.

Little hearts in my Mocha.

New Hair.

Late night walks to the sea with my roommate.

Yes, we are only a 15 minute walk away from the beach. Can't be upset about that!

Lately, I have had much to be thankful for.

Here's to family and friends who push me and encourage me to do what I love.