Wishful Thinking

After getting out of Cali this weekend, I literally have felt high on life.  It is amazing what a little perspective, new experiences and a little anonymity can do for a gal.  Here are a few other things on my mind this week.  Linking up with Brooke at Bright Wishes.

1. A Caffeine Contraption Like This

Oh goodness, wouldn't this (or maybe an IV) make consuming caffeine so much easier?

Via.

2. A Library

I will know I have made it when I have enough space for this many books.

Via.

3. Milk Glass

I have a teeny collection from mama and grandmas, but I would love to adorn my room in these pieces.

Via.

4. A Trip to Brandy Melville

I am craving a trip to my favorite L.A. store for some cozy knits.

Via.

5. Song Lyrics As Wall Art

Wouldn't it be lovely to wake up to something like this every day?

Via.

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A Bright Spot In My Week

I think I love the Wednesday Wishes link-up just because it makes me feel very happy and hopeful. It really is a perfect way to get through the middle of the week, and this week is going speedy quick thanks to the President's Day holiday.

1. A Puppy

Seriously, every time I see a cute dog on the street, I want one. So bad.  I have to keep telling myself I am no where near settled enough for a pet (and my apartment doesn't even allow fur babies!).  Thank goodness for doggies on the street!

Via.

2. This Above My Bed 

I actually think that if I set my mind to this, I could totally make it.

Via.

3. Vintage San Francisco Posters

Isnt this lovely?

Via.

4. Long Nails 

So I can do cool stuff like this to them!

Via.

5. To Share My Feelings With Ben

You've kind of disappointed me sir.  I'd love to run into him in Sonoma or SF and tell him that it was only my diehard reality TV additiction that allowed me to get through this painful Courtney-filled season.

Via.

Go check out Brooke's blog!

Wishes 2.0

I had such a blast linking up with Bright Wishes last week, I couldn't help but want to link up again.  After all, there are so many fun things on the world wide web to wish for.  Dream big, baby!

1. An Oil Slick Lamp

I had never even heard of this kind of lamp a week ago, but it was love at first sight after I saw this post on Little Green Notebook.  Anyone know good secondhand/antique furniture stores in the Bay Area?

Via.

2. A KitchenAid stand mixer

Just think of how many more cookies I could make.

Via.

3. This J. Crew bracelet

Such a pretty color for spring. And stacked bangles are everywhere!

Via.

4. New Taylor Swift

A collabo with The Civil Wars can only hold me off long enough.

 5. THIS
What an amazing, rustic way to organize necklaces.

Via.

Anything on your wish list this week?

Hump Day

I saw this idea on Eat, Drink, Be a Tourist, and thought it would make a great mid-week post.  I love Wednesdays, because once Wednesday is over, it is almost the weekend!

current guilty pleasure: Bubble baths.
current nail color: Sparkles over a layer of plum.
current playlist: My Augustana Pandora station.
current read: Reader's Digest.
current drink: Sparkling mineral water.
current food: White bean chili.
current favorite show: The Bachelor.
current wish list: More scarves.
current needs: To tie up loose ends.
current triumphs: A rockin' start to Q1 at work. 
current bane of my existence: Soreness from my first kickboxing class.
current celebrity crush: Marcus Mumford.  
current indulgence: Cinnamon apple chips.
current blessing: My sisters.  They are simply the best!
current outfit: Flannel.  And a sweater. And a jacket.  And a scarf.  It's cold!
current excitement: The three-day weekend.
current mood: Grateful.
current link: Otters.

 Source.

Thanks for the idea Kelsey!