My Latest Modeling Pictures

Did I ever mention that I do some modeling? No? Well I wouldn't call myself a model by any means but I signed up for Model Mayhem a few months ago and have done a few photo shoots with people I met through the site. I'm not expecting to get paid for anything (although money is always welcome!) but I am having a lot of fun and meeting new people which is always wonderful. These are my most bestest photos from a shoot that was mainly focused on hair styling. I'm quite impressed with the outcome. It was such a collaborative effort between the photographer, the hair and make up artists and myself. What do you think?

Round Top Fun

I'll be traveling to Round Top, Texas outside of Austin this weekend to attend the Round Top Antique Fair. I'm going to do some serious shopping with my mom and my MIL. So serious in fact that we are staying in a campsite nearby to be able to shop multiple days. I'm very exited!

Round Top Antique Fair

Some things I will be hunting for;
Dining table and chairs (preferably non-matching)
Wall art type things
Something to put a flat screen on in the bedroom
A kitchen island
A chair for my vanity
A chair for my secretary desk in the guest bedroom
Tins
Teapots
and anything else that catches my fancy!

Of course I won't be able to afford all these things but it's doubtful I would find everything my heart desires in perfect condition and for the perfect price. That would be craaaazy! I will take lots of prictures for you!

Some Fall Decor

I was wandering the rows of my local Homegoods last weekend and thinking of decorating the house for fall. Most of their fall decor items however, how shall I say...blew. So I started thinking of what some nice little fall items could be and put together some options for you to peruse.

You could start with a wreath, make one or support a local artist and find something unique.

From twoinspireyou

Maybe add in some new dishes in some nice spice colors.

From World Market

Try changing out some artwork in a seasonal color palette. Nothing like a nice piece of artwork to change the look of a room.

From California Abstract

Add a table runner or placemats. These don't have to be limited to a table they can go anywhere your heart desires. I like these embroidered items, they are beautifully detailed, still feel a bit feminine and are a great price.

From KainKain



Some new terrariums with a fall theme is a small but whimsical way to add fall in your decor. Plus, you could change out the little decorative items inside to go with each holiday or season.

From GreenBriar

Decorating for fall is a bit challenging for me personally because I like very bright colors and vibrant patterns which don't always read fall. However, you can still find pieces that don't sacrifice your individual style. Sadly though, I won't be buying any fall decorations because my house needs regular decorations before I can get season specific. Which is just as much fun!

What are you doing to decorate for fall?

We got a new dog!

Everyone, please to meet the newest member of our family, Atari! He is a 9 month old cream Shiba Inu that we rescued after his former owners kept him locked in a room as a puppy and finally surendered him to a rescue group. He is such a sweet little guy!

Quite the precarious sleeping position.

Akira is enjoying playing with her new brother. Although, she is still being protective of her palace she is gradually coming around.

Meowser was not amused

We are so happy with our little family. We have been wanting to adopt another Shiba for quite some time and for one reason or another it never worked out until now. It makes me feel like we were meant to wait until Atari was ready for us!

How the eff did I not know about this?

Did you guys know there was going to be an Anna sui for Target line? I didn't...it's offered only at certain Targets. I will be scouring all said Targets withinn driving distance to collect. She is one of my favorite designers. Hopefully it's not too late!

Need your brains!

Ok that sounded a bit zombie-ish. Long story short my dance group has decided to leave our studio and re-invent themselves and we need a new name. Suggestions please! Any ideas are welcome, you never know what may inspire someone!

My newest obssession

They blocked Pandora at my office and it has been KILLING ME! Luckily I found this new glorious website http://8tracks.com/home. Users create a playlist containing 8 tracks or more and no more than 2 songs by the same artist in each playlist. Then they share with other users. The catch is you can't listen to your own playlists. The reason it's legal is because it's meant to function like a radio, as in you can't play any song you want to hear when you want it, and you also can't see what songs are on someone's mix until you hear it. But I've quite enjoyed browsing other people's mixes and finding new music. I've made three mixes of my own so far. I'm starting to get the hang of it, you know having themes and whatnot. So visit, and check out mixes by browneyesbrandi. Enjoy!