tune for tuesday // wild belle

Thanks to Coachella, there is a plethora of amazing concerts in California this week. In fact, today we are driving down to Big Sur to see Grizzly Bear at the Henry Miller Memorial Library. To say I am excited would be the understatement of the century.

And just a few days ago, we had the pleasure of seeing Wild Belle and Yeasayer at Mezzanine (see above).

Today's tune is in honor of that show. While I have seen Yeasayer four (!) times before, this was my first time seeing Wild Belle, who just so happens to be from Chicago. Yeasayer gives one hell of a live performance (the best, actually) and Wild Belle is pretty high up there too. We had a fantastic time - especially me, as I have a special place in my heart for music with even the slightest hint of reggae influence.

Enjoy.

so many books, so little time

This post is a bit overdue, but last weekend was the San Francisco Public Library Book Sale at Fort Mason....

aka HEAVEN.

Sure, it was disorganized and chaotic and overwhelming and 100% un-alphabetized, but it was wonderful nonetheless. Especially if you were on the hunt for a copy of Marley & Me, Memoirs of a Geisha, or The Help. Then it would have been a quick trip for you, that's for sure.

For me, it took about three hours to go through every single table. But it was totally worth it! I filled two tote bags for only $25. Best of all, I scored three titles from my wishlist and a pristine copy of The Art of Fielding, which I have been dying to read for ages (and have been too stubborn to just buy).

It was a very, very good day.

^ hummingbird !! ^

^ happiness ^

^ my loot ^

springtime

Spring is officially here!

I would be really excited about this, but I have a confession to make... I loathe spring. I really do. Where others see hope, renewal, and rebirth, I see dirty puddles and allergies and pastel everything (yuck!). I know I am in the minority here, but spring is my least favorite season.

Spring's only redeeming quality, in my opinion, is the sudden abundance of flowers. I wasn't sure what to expect in this city that is devoid of any real seasonal transitions, but I am thrilled to report that flowers are blossoming everywhere right now! I mean, the leaves don't change color in the fall, but cherry blossoms and tulips bloom in April? I don't understand it, but I'll take it.

Who knew this city could be even prettier. Plus, thanks to the awesome flower vendor at our local farmers' market, I currently have three vases of white tulips in the apartment. It's like Holland up in here.

Ok, so maybe spring isn't all that bad.

tune for tuesday // dan croll

My entire life could be described as a series of obsessions. Be it a band, an item of clothing, a book, a historical era, a food, a color, whatever. I become so focused on one thing, I live it and breathe it. Until the next thing comes along...

Mostly though, I am obsessed with songs. Sometimes a whole album will creep in there, but it's usually just a song. A song that plays on repeat until I know every single measure, word, beat, riff by heart. It drives my husband crazy! The question, "really, that one again?" is heard often in our home :)

I thought maybe I would share these musical obsessions in a new series I'm calling "tune for tuesday." Creative, I know.

Here's my pick for this week. (Best played at maximum volume.)



I think it's especially wonderful because you can dance to it.

P.S. Happy Birthday Marmee!

miss catherine

Ok, so technically she has been Mrs. Catherine for a few years now, but I've called her 'miss' since high school and well, it's my blog and I'll do what I want. Call it artistic license, if you like :)

After living in different states for the majority of the last 10 years, I'm beyond thrilled that Catherine and I have been reunited in the Bay Area, if ever so briefly. I sure will miss our weekly jaunts to the Mission for heavenly croissants at Tartine Bakery and decadent chocolate everything at Dandelion when she moves back to Wisconsin this summer.

Without further ado, a few photos of my beautiful forever friend, Catherine.