unruly things

you’re already off to a great start.

this year I’ve decided to actually make resolutions.  often I come up with a little list of goals for myself upon the new year and then soon forget them or revert back to my old ways.  but something about the dawning of a new year really got me.  my life until now has been pretty darn amazing but as I see it – the best is yet to come.  I’m extremely grateful for everything and everyone in my life and I’m excited to continue to prosper and grow.  here’s a few of my resolutions:

• be nicer to the world.  sometimes I can be quite bitter.  the way I see it is, we only have so many days on this earth, why not live them happily and to the fullest?
• develop a new routine.  the gym, getting up early, crafting, healthy eating… what ever it might be, just pick it and stick to it.

happy new year friends!  what are some of your resolutions?

{photo from alicia bock}

last week, we headed down to the Cleaners space at the Ace Hotel for a fun family photoshoot with Lisa Warninger. the photos turned out so great, I couldn’t resist sharing a few with you.

the Northwest themed set was styled by Lauren Hartmann and was so cute – and totally us! there was even a Pendleton throw, framed fern print and pinecones in a jar. it was like our home away from home. Wolf was in an amazing mood and the pictures totally show it. plus it totally helps that Lisa’s a genius behind the camera.

Lisa is a Portland based photographer specializing in lifestyle, fashion and on-location shooting. be sure to check out her Portland street style blog Urban Weeds or her website for some more beautiful photos. thanks again, Lisa!!

photography by Lisa Warninger
set styling by Lauren Hartmann

won’t you take this little survey if you’ve got the time?  I’d be so grateful.

{photo by semiplume}

I’ve got a serious thing for vintage cars.  I don’t know much about them and I can’t tell you what year one might be, but I can tell you that I love ‘em.  cars just aren’t made like they used to be.  such class!!

I love these old print ads so much.

bunk beds and tepees on the lawn?  I’m day dreaming about staying at this Montauk Surf Shack.

{from the New York Times}

we’re in Idaho visiting family this week.  forgive me if I spend a little time hanging out with this cutie and his aunts, uncles, grandparents and great grandparents.  {plus, we have no internet! I should be happy to be off the grid but it’s driving me crazy.}  here are some photos from our trip so far.

see you next week!

p.s.  this is what Wolf thinks about fireworks.  not so happy.  ;)

ean wolf brown

born may 26, 2011 at 6:48 pm
7lbs 8oz, 21.5 inches long

we are so in love.  he’s seriously the most amazing little person ever.  thank you so much for all your kind words over the past few weeks!  I’ve got some special guest bloggers lined up to keep you company but I’ll be popping in a few times to say hello.

to relax a little bit before this baby arrives.  call it “the calm before the storm” I suppose.  except, this storm will be a tiny newborn baby that I’m sure will be more like a beam of sunshine that we’re so happy to welcome into our lives.  {come on little man!  I promise it’s much more exciting out here than in there!}

I’ll be back to let you know he’s arrived, but no need to fear, I’ve got a whole bunch of amazing guest blogging mamas and mamas-to-be who’ve graciously prepared some posts to keep you company while I’m off being a new mom.

I’ll be back soon my friends!!

xoxo

{photo from hildagrahnat}