Bloom

Recently I've been finding more and more artists that create the most beautiful songs. Their talent to tie heartfelt words with sweet, sweet melodies is captivating. So much so that my guitar, which *ahem* has been collecting dust for a few months now, is the first thing I play when I get home from school. Something about a gentle acoustic sound gets me every time. Here are a few artists that I've had on repeat...

The Paper Kites

Jack Johnson

Peter Bjorn and John 

Ed Sheeran

Griffin House

The Lumineers

Grab a cup of tea & paint your nails to a tune from one of these artists: ultimate relaxation. ;)

Much love, Vivi

 

two drifters, off to see the world

I could go on and on about how we've had these golden evenings with sunlight streaming in through trees and lighting everything up with a Summer glow. OR! I could just show you these pictures and let them do the talking. Ladies and gentlemen, the fourth and final of a year of seasonal photo shoots with the beautiful Shelby!  And in all honesty, I think this ones my favourite... :) Check out our Summer, Autumn, and Winter ones too!

the bird diaires

There he was. Twitching his little head back and forth while perched politely right on a branch outside the living room window. Me, doing homework at the computer, and my camera, right beside me. Any reason to give homework a break is a good one... ;) I love how birds come to life during Spring time. It's the one time of year when I can hear their voices  in the early morning and the quiet of the evening.

I hope some little birds visit your living room window soon. :) 

Much love, Vivi 

those times when cupcakes are necessary

      A few evenings ago my friend Kendra and I drove out to our favorite picture taking/treat eating/place to go walking. Of course, we couldn't resist buying the sweetest hydrangea cupcakes! Before gobbling mine up I took note on how the bakers iced them, in all hopes to recreate them at home. ;)

Much love,Vivi  

mason jars & magnolias

I know, I know. I've been seriously neglecting this little blog of mine! Things at school have become somewhat overwhelming, with tests coming out at rapid fire and graduation events fast approaching! This morning each Grade 12 had to give a presentation on our past, present and future. I did mine on photography and baking (no surprise there) and talked about my future dreams. It's funny how scary talking about yourself for fifteen minutes is. But don't worry, I survived. ;)

a recent DIY for a pretty center peice: paint swirled around a mason jar then filled with flowers. 

a budding magnolia outside my school. isn't spring the best?

one of my grad photos taken by photographer Breanne de Bliek

TEA! loose leaf has become my absolute favourite. what beats having big chunks of fruit in your tea?! nothing, I tell you.

lots of homework going on right now. thankful for pretty tea cups.

 lovely flowers brightening windy days.

a happy mom with her new flowers. I'd say it runs in the family ;)

one of my favorite shots from shooting the "getting ready" pictures for my school's play, The Hobbit.

Much love, Vivi

A moment in Ireland

The air was fresh and rich in moisture from an afternoon of relentless rain. Our Spring flowers were in their element, soaking up each droplet, gaining more and more color as the day went on. In the distance, beyond the fences of our yard and into the property of a neighbor, pink blossoms bloomed with a carefree spirit from tree after tree. It was a beautiful sight. Every shade of soft pink and forest green was heightened, and for a moment, looking out to the flowers with tea in hand, greens never more green, pinks never more pink, I felt as if I were in Ireland. Isn't it fun how nature can take your mind to a different country, while your body is still at home? :) 

Much love, Vivi 

A belated Easter

Easter came and went so quickly that I never had the chance to bake up a special treat to celebrate. But I didn't let it stop me. ;) These were so much fun to make. I started with a simple chocolate cake box mix, and topped them off with a mocha or almond butter cream, and then a final touch of British mini eggs. (the best part if you ask me.) 

Much love, Vivi