Summer - Bucket List - Interior Design 2016

I love each season for various reasons but I will say that summer is extra sweet, especially because the Spring is usually pretty rainy and cold around here! I've done some of the items on my Summer bucket list before but they are all goodies..Here are my summer wishes + goals. 

1. Skinny dip!
2. Up my running game. I run a few times a week but I want to add some distance and speed to the routine. I also need to do more yoga and meditating. 
3. Take my kids on a "real" picnic.
4. Travel someplace that I have never been. This is Austria. I'm not sure if that will happen this summer but it is certainly on my travel list!!
5. Surf. I have surfed before but I want to give it another shot. It's fun. 
6. This book has great reviews. I am going to read the book, then watch the movie. Historical fiction is my favorite reading genre. I'm also a bit of a romantic and appreciate a love story. 💗
7. I LOVE fireworks. Watching fireworks is on my list!!
8. I want to cook some new recipes, these sound good!
9. Over sand driving, preferably on Nantucket. I also adore vintage Jeep Grand Wagoneers. 

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Beach days...... - Interior Design 2016

My kids are out of school for the summer today! They asked last night "how many weeks they will spend in camp?" I think they are ready to play at the beach and relax (if that is possible) poolside. I promised them camp is fun too! ;) *because Mommy does need to work.... I have to admit, summer is my favorite season. We get a limited amount of warm weather in Boston. I'm very ready to soak it all up! I live a mile from the beach and enjoy the casual style that brings. I love the carefree, colorful design of this seaside home! Interior: Caroline Rafferty. Images via House Beautiful. Photography: Thomas Loof

Have you ever seen so many colorful dresses??

I'm adoring this Bohemian mix of bedding and textures. 

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Love the look - Carolyn Murphy - Interior Design 2016

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As a designer, blogger and overall visual person I admire people who embrace their personal sense of style. I'm often drawn to classic looks with a twist, that appear natural but never boring. I've long admired Carolyn Murphy's clean, elegant and timeless style and beauty. Her wardrobe is built on classic staples and simple accessories. Murphy is also an avid environmentalist and spends much of her time advocating for the ocean conservatory. A cause, that is also important to me. Carolyn is launching a lifestyle brand this fall, Mamma Murphy.  I've also shared a peek inside her refurbished Long Island get away. Begin to build your Carolyn inspired wardrobe with the above pieces. 

Carolyn and her daughter. 

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