Five things to love

{a hand full of mini eggs}

{a three layer candle with hints of cinnamon and pumpkin}

{my new favourite nail combo- deep red with a touch of glitter}

{how I've been wearing my hair recently}



{chocolate dipped strawberries for a movie night in}

I can hardly believe I'm already half way through Spring break! It's crazy how fast vacations go and how slow the school year goes! So far I've spent my break with family, close friends, eating delicious food and laughing way too much. Next weeks plans include going to the States, (Shopping! Woot woot!) trying my hand at a new recipe, (I'm thinking soft pretzels...) filling up my new sketchbook, and spending time with my family. Oh, how I love breaks! How are you spending your week? :)

Much love, Vivi

Nature Walk

Living in BC, I never know what to expect with the weather. One moment the sun will be shining, and the next giant balls of hail are plummeting down. So, when I see a glimmer of sunlight outside, I'm not one to pass down the opportunity! Going for walks up my road is my favourite way to get exercise. Fresh air, beautiful scenery, and no sweaty treadmills! Pretty ideal, I'd say.
And of course, I brought my camera along to capture some of the beauty...

Much love, Vivi

Photos so far

Guess what! I'm already 11 days into the March photo a day challenge, and I'm loving it! I love being challenged to take a unique photo everyday! Here are some of my favorites so far...

Are you doing this too? If yes, make sure to leave your link! I would love to see!

Much love, Vivi

Happy Birthday Dad!

Today was my dad's birthday! It was such a fun day, and most importantly, we all spent it together. I love birthdays. I love the anticipation, the celebration, the special treats... everything. Not only do I love eating birthday food, but I love making it. Oh, when I make a cake I am in my element. Cake making is most definitely my forte. So naturally, I had lots of fun making this beauty and seeing the blissful looks on everyone's faces when they took a mouth full. Ahh... Heaven.

My dad really likes tea. So much so that he'll drink it in Christmas mugs all year round... :)

Sigh, if only there was still this much cake left!

Much love, Vivi

Chocolate chip {or raisin} Oatmeal cookies

These bite sized cookies have been a baking regular of mine for longer than I can remember. Some may call it a rut, but I call it an exceptionally delicious habit. A habit that I'm not about to end anytime soon! 

Ingredients:

1 cup butter softened (I warm it in the microwave)
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 cups flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
3 cups oats
1 1/2 cups raisins (or chocolate chips, or half of each)

...

Heat oven to 350 degrees
Add eggs, sugar, and vanilla to butter, mix till creamy
Add flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt, mix well
Stir in oats, and then add raisins or chocolate chips
Drop by tablespoons onto cookie sheet
Bake for 10-12 minutes

And there you have it! A quick and delicious oatmeal cookie recipe to satisfy your chocolate (or raisin) cravings!

Happy Baking!


Much love, Vivi

Dots, Bows and a little bit of citrus

in the details// cardigan: bluenotes, blouse: thrifted, jeans: american eagle, boots: sterling, neckalce: micheal hill jewellers

Maybe it's the fact that I'm a dedicated list maker, or maybe its because I have a swarm of thoughts going around in my head, but I thought it was time to make a list of things that made me smile this week. And really, smiling is always the best part of any week :)

The fact that Spring Break starts in just. one. day. 

The super buttery, delicious croissants that have made their way into my stomach for the first time in five years. Friends, never underestimate the power of a good croissant. It will change your life.

Day six of the March Photo Challenge. Are you doing this too? I can't believe it's day 8 already! Check it out here.

Finding a new and amazing pinner on Pinterest. I don't know about you, but this reaaaaally makes me smile. For all of my fellow pinners, have any of you had recurring dreams that sound something like, fetching pins, fetching pins, fetching pins, in some sort of melodic tune? Yeah. I may be going a little bit crazy.

Planning my dad's birthday party! Sshhhh, it's a surprise! :)

The warm purring cat that I have on my lap right now. Oh, never mind, there she goes!

Having an outfit post after a few weeks of having a dedicated and hardcore food blog...  I just can't help myself. Maybe my blog should be called Vivi K Foodstyle?  You know you love it.

Peeling an orange and not having a sneaky squirt of citrus plunge into my eye. This, dear friends, is a miracle.


Much love, Vivi

Happy

Just thought I would share some pieces of happy with you!



A hot cup of tea to help with homework

Fresh strawberries from the farmer's market

Homemade coconut macaroons

Blissful Browny taking a nap on the carpet

Lunch out with a friend

Little potted flowers

Blooming flowers on the side of the road

Fun nails inspired by Keiko Lynn

A fancy latte




Much love, Vivi