Perfect tote

When a family member is moving or going on a trip I joke and say "sponsored by L.L. Bean". My L.L. Bean tote bag addiction was developed from my sisters. I passed down the lovely idea by giving them as baby, wedding and friend gifts. Although so old oldschool, I have to admit they are fun, super sturdy and a chic way to tote dinnerware to parties or to simply pack for a quick weekend trip. Plus, L.L. Bean is a 100% satisfaction guaranteed. No one is stealing my bag (I would monogram everything I own if I could)!

Photo by: Alea Adou

Happy Weekend!

Fresh flowers to brighten up the weekend from my very favorite local shop Bachman's.

Photo by: Jennifer Marie

Saint Paul Farmers Market

I've waited all summer for the perfect day to venture to my local farmers market. I was most excited to grab a cup of iced coffee from the Minneapolis roastery Peace Coffee and fresh bouquet of flowers. Enjoy!

Movie in the park: Casablanca

Minneapolis Movies in the park has officially started. I ventured through St. Anthony Main to the perfect park, Father Hennepin Bluffs, for my first viewing of Casablanca. 

             

I heart MPLS.

       

Kicking off my shoes (literally) in the warm minneapolis sun while enjoying Surdyk's wine & apple brie sandwich.

"Here's to looking at you, kid."

Photos by: Jennifer Marie

MIA: Art in Bloom

       

  

 

                                

 

Last Saturday morning I wandered to the Minneapolis Institute of Arts to view the Bachman's Art in Bloom exhibit. Florists designed flower arrangements through out the museum that were inspired from pieces of artwork.  Each arrangement included various intricate flowers that were perfect for up-close shots. A few of my favorites are show here. Enjoy!

XO, Jennifer Marie

Photo By: Jennifer Marie

Instagram favorites

Girls who rock

1. Ellie Goulding

2. Natasha Bedingfield

3. Lana Del Rey

4. St. Vincent

5. Florence Welch

XO, Jennifer Marie

Girl Crush

Quotes

If not now, when? I recently went through a lululemon goal setting program that taught me easy methods for creating achievable, yet challenging goals. Since the program I have been working to define the right goals for my life right now. During the process of identifying my goals I decided to begin with creating my own manifesto (see lululemon's here). So, that brings me to my many lists of inspirational quotes. It’s a start. More to come on manifestoing and goal setting…

XO, Jennifer Marie

Good eats: Bar La Grassa

               

             

Food doesn't get any better: Bar La Grassa

Girl Crush

Photo credit: Harper's BAZAAR