Virginia is for Lovers

The beautiful and happy Mr and Mrs!

There was a box of free figurines on the way over, so I took some and hid them all around the venue during the night.

Pretty standard for us.

Epic Bloody Mary bar at brunch.

Two weddings down, two to go! My good buddy, Michael got married in D.C. and we took the opportunity to spend extra time with Cole's family in Virginia. I always love visiting that area and find myself wishing I was back on the East Coast so I could enjoy it more frequently! Someday...

The wedding was great, and Michael designed everything right down to the invitations and the seating assignment cards. I appreciated being at the Kennedy table! Looking at these photos (all with my iphone) I'm starting to appreciate how having a quality camera would be a great investment. 

xoxo,

Melissa

Goals

I just woke up from the most relaxing dirt nap. What's a dirt nap? Oh my, it's glorious. I've made it my own term for a nap that you take fully clothed and without bothering to remove makeup. I usually reserve this term exclusively for when they happen in the bedroom (a night of imbibing does not count! It truly has to be a nap), but I've been expanding it to include the couch. So that's where I'm coming from right now...Dirt Nap.

I decided to write down a list of goals I have for myself for the 2014-2015 year. I'm not into resolutions, I find that I'm no good at guilt tripping myself into becoming a 'better me' just because. I'm more of a write down things that would make you happy and challenge you throughout the year, kind of gal. So I finally compiled a list of activities I would love to start. Time and money always seem to get in the way, but I figured that if I post it on here, a few of you may hold me accountable. Pressure is a good thing.

In no particular order:

1.  The French Class - My french is extremely limited due to lack of use and the fact that I haven't had a lesson since 8th grade! I'd love to become more proficient.

2. Sailing Lessons - We've sailed with them once before, and I've always wanted to learn how to sail myself. Plus, they allow you to rent their sailboats once you're certified! Captain Melissa taking over the Seven Seas...

3. Workshop SF  - This place looks so cool. They offer DIY workshops in subjects like pickling, flower arrangement and leather belt making. There's a few coming up this month that I'm hoping to sign up for! Martha Stewart would be so envious.

4. Alonzo King Lines - I have this dream that I will enroll in a beginner dance class, and they will be so blown away by my talent that they will insist that I become a professional and I'll be the greatest and oldest Prima Ballerina the profession has ever seen. It's totally possible, I've been told I have amazing feet for ballet.

5. Yoga - I used to do Bikram Yoga, but moved away from the studio I loved. Since this is such a personal choice, I'm going to try a few studios around my neighborhood to find the teacher and style that I like. My back and muscles will thank me.

6. Circus Center - Circus training. Obviously.

7. Acting Classes - With any profession, you constantly have to stretch and grow. While my work at Stanford (more on that next time) keeps me engaged with those muscles we actors use, it's nice to be in an actual class. A.C.T offers great classes and I'm excited to choose one that won't conflict with our weddings.

So there we have it! I know some of these things will take time to accomplish but I'm excited to start scheduling and have you follow along on my quest to become a french speaking, Sailing Circus Ballerina Star who quotes Shakespeare while in tree pose.

xoxo

Melissa

Life Lately

I still cringe hearing myself say that 'dough' line, but I'm thrilled it's getting so much air time!

Conservatory of Flowers

I've been so busy lately that I haven't really had a chance to post anything! Truthfully, I didn't think I had anything worthwhile to write about. But look! I work here now! I joined the Conservatory of Flowers Event Staff in July and it's been great. I only work about two weekends a month, supervising events (mostly weddings) and just making sure no one damages the plants or crashes the party. It's in Golden Gate Park, which is public land, so we have had to turn away a few people getting too curious about the music in the tent. I've always adored the building, and I just love wandering around it.

Melissa

Ballgames

Coming from a one team town, it's strange and exciting to have a few teams to choose from in the Bay Area. We can head to a Giants game one day and hop over to Oakland for an A's game the next day. I always root for the home team, unless they're playing the Red Sox. Last week we saw the A's win over the Giants and the Giants win over the Diamondbacks.

Stomper

AT&T Park

Sitting in the bleachers allows you to take in the views of the Bay.

xoxo,

Melissa

4th of July

Fireworks, cookouts, drinks, and swimming. These are what most people experience on our Independence Day, but since I live in San Francisco, none of these things are really possible without the aid of Divine Intervention and fleece. Lots of fleece.
It was a typical 63 degree and foggy day, but we were determined to have a good old fashion 4th. We packed up supplies for Baker Beach and set up camp. Sure it was slightly chilly and foggy. Sure our grill ended up not working. And yes, as it turned out the fog was still too thick for those of us on the ground to see anything other than splashes of color on the clouds. We still had a blast though and a few of us even got sunburns!
After a few hours we headed back to my apartment to eat hot dogs and warm up. People in the neighborhood were setting off their own fireworks, so I fell asleep to the sound of pops and whistles. It was strangely soothing.

Although I wasn't in Truckee this year, I still enjoy wearing this shirt.

Many beach go-ers despite the weather.

Dom shoving a pretzel rod in his mouth...

...and running down the hill.

I hope you all had a tremendous 4th of July filled with hot dogs and sunshine!

Melissa

Tea Party

This past weekend we celebrated Rori turning 2! She had a tea party that was influenced by the Fancy Nancy books. Have you guys heard of Fancy Nancy? The books are wonderful and I adore (that's a fancy word for like or admire very much) the character.

Melissa