Jul's Gems

I’m really excited the weekend is here. Tomorrow Matthew and I are heading to Austin for a couple days, and I can’t wait to get away. My plan (and I hope I can stick to it) is to not answer one email or do any sort of work while away. Even though I really do my best to try to disconnect before bed, it almost never works. I go to bed with to-do lists and ideas running through my head, and by the time I wake up I rarely feel I’m completely rested. I always try my best to give my undivided attention to those I’m with at the time, and to truly value each moment. Have a great weekend!

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I made Mint Chocolate Brownies for a dinner party this past week, and they were absolutely delicious.

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An old file cabinet Matthew purchased at an antique shop will soon be refinished and turned into something new for his mancave.

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The aftermath of an afternoon of painting.

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New stripes in my wardrobe. 

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30 Comments

  1. Alison wrote:

    Those brownies look fabulous!!

    Posted 12.21.12 Reply
  2. Rachel wrote:

    Those brownies…. yum!

    Posted 12.21.12 Reply
  3. Sarah wrote:

    Is there anything better than stripes? I think not!

    Posted 12.21.12 Reply
  4. Alyssa wrote:

    Sooo…any leftover brownies? I’m more than willing to take them off your hands for you!

    Alyssa
    The Glossy Life

    Posted 12.21.12 Reply
  5. Annie wrote:

    Those brownies look SO amazing!

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

    Posted 12.21.12 Reply
  6. Natalie wrote:

    Def want to make those brownies! look delish! http://www.fashionifancy.com

    Posted 12.21.12 Reply
  7. Those brownies look delicious!! So exciting that your going to Austin, Ive been wanting to go there! Have fun and a great holiday!
    xo Dina
    Sweetest Somethings

    Posted 12.21.12 Reply
  8. Holly wrote:

    I am intensely jealous of that filing cabinet! What a great size.

    Posted 12.21.12 Reply
  9. Heather wrote:

    omg those brownies sound so amazing!

    XO
    Pearls & Paws

    Posted 12.21.12 Reply
  10. Roz wrote:

    I would say those Brownies are a hit!!! Enjoy your holiday!

    Posted 12.21.12 Reply
  11. Kristina wrote:

    Love the stripes! Hope you’re able to relax this weekend!

    Kristina

    Kristina does the Internets

    Posted 12.21.12 Reply
  12. Those brownies look delicious! I find that I’m constantly making and remaking to do lists in my head and much like you I have a tough time not thinking about them while laying in bed. I hope you have a relaxing time in Austin!

    xo jen

    Posted 12.21.12 Reply
  13. Denisa wrote:

    I like posts like that. Great job. Have a nice day.

    http://www.fashiondenis.com/

    Posted 12.21.12 Reply
  14. myra wrote:

    Have a great weekend!

    Posted 12.21.12 Reply
  15. Sweet Perdition wrote:

    que buena pinta tienen esos dulces!

    http://sweet-perdition.blogspot.com.es/

    Posted 12.21.12 Reply
  16. Mint chocolate brownies sound amazing!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

    Posted 12.21.12 Reply
  17. Michelle wrote:

    Mint Chocolate brownies look DELICIOUS! I need the recipe 🙂

    Have a great time in Austin lady!

    xo Michelle

    Fierce & Fashionable

    Posted 12.22.12 Reply
  18. Miranda wrote:

    I want some of those brownies! LOL

    XX,
    Miranda

    Posted 12.22.12 Reply
  19. deanna wrote:

    It’s so wonderful to watch you living your life through this blog. I feel SO connected. It’s a good feeling! Love you lots, auntie Deanna

    Posted 12.23.12 Reply
  20. lydia b wrote:

    oh fun- im in austin. such a great place to be 🙂 i hope youre having such a nice break. i love all these photos, i wish i could steal these brownies through the screen… Yum. xoxo

    Posted 12.23.12 Reply
  21. zhanna wrote:

    Those brownies look amazing and I cannot wait to see your project finished!! Have a wonderful holiday and an amazing new year!!
    XO,
    Zhanna
    http://www.lifeandbows.com

    Posted 12.23.12 Reply
  22. wannnnnt those brownies
    Xo Megan, http://www.TfDiaries.com

    Posted 12.23.12 Reply
  23. Craving for barneys wrote:

    That brwnie seems delicious!

    Posted 12.23.12 Reply
  24. ellen wrote:

    cute blog you have here

    x

    ♥ Ellen
    SHOPSTYLECONQUER.COM

    Posted 12.24.12 Reply
  25. Kristin wrote:

    those look SO GOOD! oh my goodness

    Posted 12.24.12 Reply
  26. Courtney wrote:

    Loving the stripes in your wardrobe!

    xo, Courtney
    girlavantgarde.com

    Posted 12.24.12 Reply
  27. Merry xmas my friend!

    Posted 12.24.12 Reply
  28. maya wrote:

    I can’t believe I’m just discovering your blog – it’s so fabulous! Hope you’re enjoying Austin, I’ve always wanted to go there…can’t wait to hear all about your adventures!

    xx,
    Maya

    Posted 12.26.12 Reply
  29. Michelle wrote:

    I feel like I need a detox too after so much Holiday eating! Holy moly!! Your trip sounds/looks wonderful! Hope you had a great holiday.

    xo Michelle

    Fierce & Fashionable

    Posted 12.26.12 Reply