Wiggles {summer blues}

It is almost the end of summer and quite frankly -- I'm so happy. I feel like I get backwards seasonal depression. Most people it is winter... but this summer I've spent way too much time being bummed out that I've not been out on a million adventures -- missing all the summers in college and even high school before the need to be responsible started rearing its ugly head. I've wanted/needed a lot more wiggle room this summer than what I was allotted. Slightly over a year ago David & I were galavanting around the pacific northwest for the first time. Man I fell hard -- I'm so in love with everything out there. I still love the south & won't be moving, but Washington & Oregon top the charts for favorite U.S. vacation destinations. I wish I were there now! Here's a random sampling of our trip...

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Since I can't be out galavanting around the world I love that by visiting new blogs & listening to new music I can get little glimpses of new places and new adventures.

New Blog Reads

New Music
Georgian-born British singer living in Northern Ireland...
{listen HERE}
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Comments

  1. the chirpy birdAugust 4, 2010 at 9:49 AM

    Love your pics! Just fab! I hear you about the wanting to travel part... thank goodness for blogging!
    xo tash

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  2. UnknownAugust 4, 2010 at 10:14 AM

    i know what you mean by needing more wiggle room this summer, although this month should be much more relaxed for us, which i am pumped about! the pacific northwest is on the top of my list of places i want to visit. love your photos!

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  3. Tiffany KadaniAugust 4, 2010 at 10:42 AM

    What a wonderful trip! I love living out here- there's so much to do and see. I hope the summer blues go away soon!

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  4. Katy MaryAugust 4, 2010 at 11:10 AM

    Sounds like an awesome trip, I love your pics. Thanks for sharing your blog reads and music!

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  5. Zelda was a writerAugust 4, 2010 at 11:24 AM

    what a beautiful post!!
    nice to "meet" you!
    camilla from italy

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  6. OliviaAugust 4, 2010 at 11:29 AM

    YAHOOO portland is the BEESSST

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  7. Diana MieczanAugust 4, 2010 at 11:30 AM

    Really wonderful photos...The first one is soooooo cool:)

    Kisses and have a great day...

    Ps: I am having a really great GIVEAWAY today…hint?(something you can wear) so please join in !!!!

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  8. AbbyAugust 4, 2010 at 12:51 PM

    Such cute photos! I'm one of those people who get pretty depressed around wintertime and then perk up around springtime then get depressed again because of allergies. This summer does feel as though it's dragging, though.

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  9. Jaime @ laviejaimeAugust 4, 2010 at 2:00 PM

    Nice pics! I just went to Darjeeling Dreams- such a nice blog!

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  10. Sam HarveyAugust 4, 2010 at 2:06 PM

    hi lady! you should check out my last 2 posts. i just got back from washington to see my cute mom. enjoy! love.

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  11. AnonymousAugust 4, 2010 at 2:17 PM

    aw, thanks for the nod :)

    my hubby and i spent part of our honeymoon in seattle, and i kid you now, we have a picture almost identical to that second one you posted!

    xo

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  12. AnonymousAugust 4, 2010 at 2:18 PM

    not*

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  13. AnonymousAugust 4, 2010 at 3:01 PM

    Beautiful pictures!

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  14. WelcomeAugust 4, 2010 at 3:03 PM

    I absolutely agree - I was just thinking that I need to go on a vacay and very soon before the gorgeous weather ends...Well, touche - work is very consuming this time of year!!

    XOXO
    Kiki

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  15. carmenAugust 4, 2010 at 4:40 PM

    I understand all too well, love the photos!

    townhomehappyhour.blogspot.com

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  16. Alycia Grayce (Crowley Party)August 4, 2010 at 4:47 PM

    loved this post :) I totally relate!

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  17. JoytiAugust 4, 2010 at 4:55 PM

    I recognize the Pike Public Market area from photographs...though I havent been there (yet). It looks like you had a great trip.
    THANK YOU so much for the mention!!! It is very, very appreciated :)

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  18. Heather @ Simple WivesAugust 4, 2010 at 4:56 PM

    We enjoyed our time in Seattle, but didn't have near enough time to see everything! Love the pictures.

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  19. ChristinaAugust 4, 2010 at 6:23 PM

    Thank you so much for your kind mention. What a lovely surprise!!!

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  20. JessieAugust 4, 2010 at 6:38 PM

    Great pictures! I have never been out west (Live in Maine, just moved back from North Carolina). Id love to go out their sometime though Looks amazing! I am now following you :)

    Giveaway on my blog, check it out :)
    xx
    Jessie
    http://87life.blogspot.com

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  21. OneCraftyFoxAugust 4, 2010 at 7:57 PM

    I am not ready for summer to be over just yet :)

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  22. carissaAugust 4, 2010 at 9:38 PM

    my heart belongs to the west coast! i was born and raised in northern cal and i miss it all. the. time. the weather is perfect there! i know what you mean about backwards seasonal depression. i've had it too! i just now have been able to enjoy the sun a few hours this week. your fotos are beautiful!

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  23. Oh, My DarlingAugust 4, 2010 at 11:09 PM

    Thanks for the very lovely new banner design compliments! I'll be grabbing your blog button, too -- thanks so much!

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  24. Diana MieczanAugust 5, 2010 at 3:41 AM

    Btw: sweetie thank you so much for grabbing my button ! So sweet of you:)

    I have yours on my blog too:)

    Hugs

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  25. vdcoutureAugust 5, 2010 at 7:52 AM

    SUPER COOL SHOOTS!! looks fun :)

    love,vdcouture

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  26. AshleyAugust 5, 2010 at 1:47 PM

    I have been feeling the same way this summer. It's hard not to compare your life to others' and feel like you're missing out. That's how I have been feeling. But it's a new day and a new season (almost), and we have so much to be thankful for!

    xoxo

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  27. kAugust 5, 2010 at 5:43 PM

    ohhh i looove seattle!!!! the fish pic is hilarious :)

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  28. Rachael SedoryAugust 5, 2010 at 7:54 PM

    Your pics are presh! I am a first time reader of your blog and adding you to my daily read:)

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  29. Iva MessyAugust 5, 2010 at 11:34 PM

    so sweet!! looks like a fabulous time!!

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  30. The Single NesterAugust 9, 2010 at 6:15 PM

    Great photos. I can't wait to read more of your posts!

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  31. jozenAugust 9, 2010 at 11:41 PM

    eeek!!! i was just in seattle for my birthday!! i am only 2 hours away. if you ever visit again, we have to meet up!

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