I’m feeling:
a major crunch this holiday season.
like time is flying by faster than I know what to do with!

I’m loving:
this constellation collaboration between Little Bright Studio & Satsuma Press.
these chukka clogs {plus, save an additional 10% on anything at Ugglebo with promo code unruly10}
stephanie’s gift guide.
black forest ice cream. {via joanna}

if you’re in Portland this weekend be sure to check out Crafty Wonderland and the Portland Bazaar.  both look to be amazing and I’m excited to check them out!  a full schedule of events at the Portland Bazaar can be found here.

happy weekend, friends!

{photo from kate}

sorry for the lack of posts this week friends.  it’s been a real busy one.

hope you have a nice weekend!

{photo by sandra}

I’m wishing for:
relaxation.
beer.
laughter and
big breakfasts.

I’m starting my Christmas list with:
this ring, which is actually on my permanent wist list.
this parka.

I’m excited for:
the PDX Bazaar at Sandbox Studios at 420 NE 9th Avenue, Portland on December 10-11, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.  so many good vendors, I can hardly stand to wait.

wishing you a happy weekend friends.  stay warm!

{photo from portlandbeer}

as much as I want to deny it:
I think our autumn days are numbered.

however, I’m looking forward to:
the holidays with family.
thick socks.
cozy sweaters.
hot tea.
warm blankets.

wishing you a happy weekend friends.

{photo by semiplume}

wishing you:
the happiest of happy weekends.

I’m SO glad it’s finally the weekend!  it was a long week.  dlb and I are doing a little celebrating in honor of his birthday that involves coffee stout, carrot cake and lots of relaxation.  what about you, do you have anything fun planned?

see ya next week!

{photo by stephanie barnes}

I’m raising a glass and toasting because:
tomorrow marks 5 years since I started writing Unruly Things.  FIVE YEARS!!!

when I look back, I think of how much I’ve grown with you:
I met the man of my dreams.
I moved across the country.
I made lots of really great friends.
I got creative.
I got engaged.
I got married.
I had a baby.
and all along, I shared it with you.

when I first decided to start this blog, I don’t think I ever would have imagined that I’d be blogging for as long as I have.  I never imagined that I’d be putting together daily posts for such a dedicated audience and I surely never imagined that I’d be sharing so much about my life to you – my friends, family and people I don’t even know.  blogging is pretty surreal if you think about it.  I’m so humbled at what Unruly Things has become – sometimes I pinch myself to make sure it’s real.

so thank you for reading.  thank you for continuing to help Unruly Things grow into what it’s become.  I’ve got lots of new things in store, some reworking of the format plus a brand new design.  cheers to 5 years!!!

{photo of me and Wolf from the pumpkin patch last weekend by dlb. my shirt is from Snoozer Loser – it’s so fantastic!}

and a special thanks to you my love.  you were the inspiration behind Unruly Things and without you, it wouldn’t be what it is today.  hearts.

I’m excited for:
crisp morning bike rides.
leggings & socks.
autumn inspired dinner parties.
sweaters & scarves.

I’m dreaming about:
these boots.
this bag.
these cute tights.
this sweater.
{sigh, I seem to dream big.}

did you know I have a baby blog called Unruly Little Things?  I try to keep all cute baby related things separate from the content shown here on Unruly Things.  here’s a few more posts from Unruly Little Things you might enjoy!  {plus, some mandatory cute photos of Wolf.}

baby’s first food – how to know when?
Wolf wants to try out for STOMP or perhaps Footloose.
the weekend of firsts: swings & photobooths.
love this wee planner.
the obligatory metallic gold wolf onesie we MUST have.

happy weekend friends!!  I hope it’s fantastically fallish.

{photo by mary wells}

I’m so so so so so happy that:
it’s Friday.  yippee!

I’m looking forward to:
chanterelle hunting.
autumn cooking {and baking perhaps!}
hanging out with my favorite little boy.

I’m wanting:
this dress.  talk about versatile!
this bell & saddle for my bike.
these sheets.

my thoughts are with:
Kate & Will.  if you haven’t heard, please take a minute to read about their situation on Kate’s blog.  Kate & Will have set up their shop in attempts to raise money to help with Will’s hospital debt.  as if you needed an excuse to purchase one of Kate’s rad prints anyway, right?  she’s pretty awesome, that Kate.  I like the circle prints the best.  read more their fundraiser here.  my thoughts are with you guys.  xo

I hope you have a fantastic weekend, friends!

{photo from taylor paige reynolds}