Before Bedtime

It feels so restorative to sit back on this couch of ours, listen to some live Radiohead, and reflect on this week. There have been many things that have made this week sparkly after an incredibly special weekend with family (though I wish it didn't have to end), from the ones listed here to not so little things like my best friend arriving from interstate and our Christmas plans looking rad and involving family when we didn't think we'd be so lucky.

Two for one burgers. The field of dreams at Grill'd is so good.

Post-run stretches overlooking the river.

All the floating 'Santa Claus' flora. I have no idea what causes it but I love catching them, wishing, and then letting them float on.

Balderdash, the hilarious bluffing game.

Plus, the inevitable silly, breathless laughter.

Picnics and moonlight cinema*.

Playing handball in car parks**.

Fairy lights in our bedroom.

Sharing home made curry with loved ones. And that it just gets better with time.

People watching - there's so much joy to behold. Such a special time of year.

Have a truly indulgent weekend xx

*more on this, very soon!
**see previous post..

Wishing

Wishing for..

a vintage sequin dress for dancing, an Ottolenghi cookbook (if I can't get to the restaurant myself), a renewal of my Frankie subscription, candles that make our home smell like Christmas, a chic sports bra, some moonlight cinema tickets, a moleskine for lists, a baking dish to cook for friends, a rosemary bush that doubles as a giving tree, and a flame-coloured scarf that's perfect for every occasion..

   

Despite not needing anything or really wanting anything for Christmas this year (last weekend with my family is the most magical gift I can possibly think of), it's still fun and somewhat productive to figure out some needs versus wants. At the end of the day though, I just want 2012 to arrive so I can get to know it. I hate to wish days away, but I'm so excited and ready to see a new year.

Final thought:

If I could give or receive any three things they would be:

1, Lindt chocolate and unlimited 2-for-1 burger vouchers

2, a blanket and a night under the stars

3, an unexpected day off

and in their stocking (the best part..),

an afternoon of favourite games!!*

What things are you wishing for and what would you always be happy to receive?

*we played balderdash and handball all last weekend. I had the best time.

Bazaar

I adore candy canes but sweets don't really agree with my tummy. Thank the heavens that there is Peppermint to indulge in whenever I need to feed my soul.

This Sunday the talented Peppermint People are holding the Cheap Frills Christmas Bazaar in Red Hill. I'm feeling that it's just the place to find all the loveliness one could hope for at the end of the weekend. After all the craziness of the last little while, it will be joyous to fossick amongst vintage, handmade, and other goodies from fellow Brisbanites.

I plan to pop by for a couple of hours before I frolic off to Carl Craig at Bar Soma for an evening of dance and good times with some friends. This is the best time of the year. Or one of them..

More Bazaar info here..

Tickets for Carl Craig here..

I also wanted to apologise for yet another 

prolonged, unexplained, and unplanned absence.

I was unexpectedly given a lot on my plate

and it's been a bit of a whirlwind.

Needless to say, this space is getting much 

more attention in the new year.

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Image via, from here originally

(Ra Ra Superstar is heaven on a plate!)

You.

You can never replace anyone 
because everyone 

is made of such 
beautiful, specific details.

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Just watching Before Sunset

Such perfection.

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Flawless

Everyday sweetness includes..

Sunset over the city..

..innumerable cheeses with the dearest friends..

half-asleep sleeping in..

..apple pie from "our bakery"..

runs in the evening wind with the fluffiest Gandalf cat..

..plans for the weekend, almost always..

so much laughter and innumerable hugs..

..new slushee flavours..

bittersweet, yet perfect, ideas for the future..

that sweet man. who makes me a princess all by his incredible self.

Thank you, life.

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Like Crazy

We saw this spectacular film last night. It was as incredible as I thought it would be, but even better than my imagination.

Moments of heartbreak, humour, and life told in a true, achingly beautiful way. 

It was such a pleasure to be bathed in the blue glow of Like Crazy, and just escape for a couple of hours. Now, I just want to watch it again and again.

Please go forth and enjoy it with someone you love.

Waving Flares In The Air

Saturday goodness, from the exceptional St Vincent.

I've had these fun sounds in my head all week.
You can guarantee this one's in the Summer Lemon playlist.

Have you started building your list of summer tunes yet?

Oh Lover

I've recorded my magazine love before here, but I just wanted to give a little shout out to a feature I adore in Frankie, Homebodies. This month's home is delightful beyond words, and the owners seem as lovely as their sacred space.

   

Maybe it's the church set-up, or the French touches, or the roaming chickens*, or the gardenia tree, or the sailboat in the rafters, or the bell that they're going to ring for the first time on their wedding day, but all in all this could be my dream home (or it definitely has many elements of it).

I hope your Friday is kind, and a happy weekend to you!

*this might be the key to exorcising my chicken fear..don't those hens and roosters look friendly?

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Image via Frankie site.

 I had intended to scan the article, but I'd prefer not to compromise the copyright.

The issue is also worth buying..gin and walnut ice-cream, an adorable jumper to make,

and some incredible writing (as always).

Plus, the cover might be my all time favourite.