cactus hill

(afternoon coffee breaks, complete with a french toast cupcake, from Mud Pie Vegan Bakery & Coffee.) 

(first time light grocery shopping from Natural Grocers.) 

(browsing through Vinyl Renaissance.) 

(everything worn here is either thrifted or vintage) 

   Summer in the city is feeling like early spring. The humidity following rain, still cool enough to drink your coffee without ice, and muddy sidewalks. This Tuesday was quite the springy summer day, which I spent out and around the Volker neighborhood visiting some of my favorite local spots. Any day you get a vegan cupcake is a good day, in my book.

   Speaking of books, if you follow me on instagram you might have already heard my ideas on this, I am gathering ideas to create a book of my own. It's always been my dream to write a coffee table book, and I've been doing research which led me to find that possible. I am in the process of gathering ideas to create a print-based version of my blog (with original content of course) based around columns that are normally found here. I will be making an official announcement within the new weeks, but I was too excited not to chat about it. Much planning is ahead.

airplane of food

(vegans can have fun too.. Tofutti cookies and cream ice cream sandwich.) 

(lunch at KC Smoke Burgers on W 39th Street in the late afternoon.) 

(bright "flowers" for craft projects.) 

(cardigan: from my mom's closet, blouse/belt/scarf: thrifted, skirt: self-made, tights: target, oxfords: nine west) 

   I believe Sundays have become my time of lounging, laundry  eating out, and grocery shopping. Almost every Sunday, my boyfriend and head to West 39th Street to go to a local laundry mat (no washer or dryer for us since we moved into our house!) and soundly take our time while roaming the neighborhood shops/dining areas. Sometimes, it is actually quite nice to be "stuck" in an area for a moment and having to explore with the time you are allowed.

   I am usually not a frequenter at Whole Foods (I much prefer Trader Joe's to any other grocery store) , but this afternoon we made a stop and browsed around the store. I believe I have been so perceived by Trader Joe's, that I forgot how much "health food" and vegan options actually cost. We just ended up with a few items, some bottled sodas, and a few things from near-by stores. Oh, and of course, vegan ice cream sandwiches. 

the shadowlands

 (spent a very long time at a laundromat today, convinced me at I need to purchase a washer and dryer for home.) 

(eeep! just noticed a stain on my dress. well, at least this shows how much I "live" in my clothing. I am not afraid of getting things dirty.) 

(tower of books at Prosperos.) 

(rain coat/dress/collared shirt/hat/loafers: thrifted, belt: from a friend, tights: h&m.)

   I am in complete confidence that weather 100% controls ones mood. The rain and the lack of sunshine allowed me to sleep late, but in return, never allowing me to get out of bed. I guess that is a perk of being on break, not so much feelings as if I "have" to do lots of things on one of my only free days. 

   Mostly, this Saturday, I spent lounging around my home reading, watching The Tudors on netflix (I am quite obsessed?), and cleaning some. I later ventured out to grab a latte for some warm, to Prosperos Books, and do much needed laundry.  The only thing that was exciting about my day was being able to wear my beloved raincoat. I got this from a friend whom worked at Goodwill, and at the time that was a huge perk. My favorite part is the inside of the jacket, which is all filled with pretty flowers and colors. So much of Spring is happening with this coat.