Inspiring Spaces

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It’s a lifelong dream of mine to have a cabin in the woods to call my own.  Of course in realirty should it happen it would probably be a modest little space, but in my DREAMS, it’s a combination of all of these.  Incredible right?!  Ahhhh, cabin dreaming is so much fun!  Sources: 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5

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Style on the Go!

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How are you all doing with #GetFitSeptember?!  I’m loving it, I have so much more energy and am seeing muscle come back to places it’s been missing for WAY too long, which is endlessly satisfying!  Bean and I have been starting our mornings with a hike- which we both love- and then meeting Lou for breakfast.  Getting my workout in first thing ensures that I won’t skip it AND helps me get through the day with a little extra energy.  And, this is my favorite part, I’ve started to practice the art of not looking like an absolute mess after a workout!  I change my shirt, swap out my sneaks for some sandals, add a bag, sunglasses, a hat and I’m ready to go (see the shoppable image below for details)!  I can be in public with none the wiser to how very much I need a shower and blow dry.  It’s still a million degrees here in Southern CA (I swear September always feels like the hottest month!) so I’ve not been including too many layers, but when the temperatures start to drop I’ll throw on an oversized cardigan and some booties for a perfectly cozy Fall look.  I’ve been getting excited about fitness clothes (I’m in love with the Athleta leggings I’m wearing in these photos) and finding ways to incorporate them into my busy lifestyle- little adjustments like this make working out so much more doable!  Happy getting fit everyone!  xx- Sarah


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Friday Links

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Happy Friday everyone!  This has been a tough week for me, randomly.  How about you?  I’m looking forward to the weekend like no other!  And I’m really hoping I can sleep in at least one of the days!!  Without further ado, some delicious links to get you through the weekend.   Have a beautiful weekend of rest my friends!  xx- Sarah   image via

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End of Summer Road Trip

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I’m excited to share a few of our vacation snaps from a recent trip to Lake Powell today!  I’ve never experienced anything quite like it- the lake is like a maze, with little inlets that have canyon walls that tower up on either side, and crystal clear waters with orange sand beaches.  These photos don’t do it justice, sadly.  It’s one of those places where you just feel so tiny and you’re reminded again how amazing our planet is, how fortunate we are to have places like Lake Powell to explore.  Please go for a visit if you ever have the chance, I know you’d love it.  Happy trails everyone!  xx- Sarah

 

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Inspiring Spaces – Melbourne

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We all survived Monday!  Do you feel that way this week, that surviving yesterday was a major accomplishment?  Because I do.  Like, someone should probably hand me a gold plated statuette of a superhero.  I would also accept a plate of cookies, let’s be honest.  But enough about that- today is a new day and this is a beautiful home to be inspired by!  I hope you love as much as I do.  xx- Sarah {images via}

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Final Days of Summer

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Ok, I’m not letting go of Summer just yet, the bike riding weather is just too good!  But I figure- just add boots for a little nod to Fall, right?  These boots and a number of different pairs of denim shorts have been in heavy rotation lately.  Like, maybe an embarrassing amount of heavy rotation.  Lou recently told me I should do a major closet clean-out because “all you wear is jean shorts anyway”.  HMPH!!!!  I WILL NOT!  But really, Fall should take over quickly because he’s 85% right.  (insert worried emoji face here).  xx- Sarah

Shop this outfit:  shorts:  One Teaspoon, top: Band of Outsiders, boots: Plomo (and more sizes here), sunnies: Sunday Somewhere, bracelets: Alexis Bittar, Monserat de Luca, ring: Elizabeth and James

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