Music Monday: Beirut

Postcards from Italy by Beirut


So they may be from Santa Fe New Mexico, but thier sound is just so original. I love the mix of Eastern European fused with pop. Kinda great huh?

Below is where I discovered them. Such a cute video starring the darling couple from Rockstar Diaries.


Postcards From Italy from andrew+carissa on Vimeo.

It's Britney Biotch!

The Crew - Me, Chantal, Stephen, Dane

I went to the Britney Spears concert last night.  I feel no shame.  However, I do feel that every girl should have a personal wind machine for her hair. Brit's looked fab last night and I attribute it to the perfect wind to hair ratio.

The best thing about the night was my friend Stephen.  I've never seen a straight man dance so much!! He knew every word to every song.  It was pretty much amazing.

I've decided the world needs a red head B, and I'm willing to offer myself.  I can do her dance moves, whip my hair and lip sync like the Pop Princess. All I am missing is the Mickey Mouse Club childhood. Stephen offered to be one of my dancers, I told him he would have to audition.

PS. Brit still has some serious moves.  Don't worry, I took mental notes and will be conducting my own Darin's Dance Grooves in my living room later this summer. 

Dear Daddy,

Via Dear Nic

You always know when to call. Your timing is uncannily and awkwardly accurate.  In my darkest moments, you undoubtedly make my phone ring.  It's amazing to me how in normal conversations I talk too fast and you ask me to slow down, but through the tears and angst you understand every word. You have a silent strength that I admire and envy.  You are sarcastic and witty, but never biting.  I can't help but laugh, when I hear your hearty chuckles.  Of course the medical advice on broken toes and sprained ankles is ever appreciated.  I remember those mornings my senior year when you and I would read scriptures alone.  I know I grumbled, but you should know I treasure those memories.  Do you know I value your opinion more than almost anyone?  Do you know how much I love and miss you?

Happy Fathers Day Dad.  I love you.  

xo, 

Megs

Ashley - the New Mo Bach!

Ashley the Mo Bach and I

Matchmaker Tristan, Ashley, and Producer Erin

My Red Velvet Cupcakes

So remember how I did something crazy? Well, they didn't pick me, but they picked my darling friend Ashley! This lovely lady is the new Mormon Bachelorette (which I will lovingly refer to as the Mo Bach from now on).  So boys, be sure to apply and get a date. 

Last night was the kickoff party! The Martinelli's was flowing! I made those beauties with this recipe. Wore my cutest dress.  Danced and talked the night away!

PS. I'm slightly OBSESSED with my dress. Just slightly.

I've been lusting for one of these

Via Bountiful

Aren't they are simply beautiful?  I want my future kitchen to look like Dr. Seuss, because I have so many stacked in the corner! These are my favorites from the 100 Layer Cake PopUp Shop. It ends Friday.  So, go, get your cake stand on.

What's in a Birthday?

While perusing through Anthro, Chanty came upon this book.  We decided that it was wholly accurate for both of us.  I mean, who wouldn't want to be described as magnetic?  And the traveling?  Yes yes, it's all true.  I'll own this description in it's entirety!

PS.  Some dates can be found here.  

Music Monday: Frank Turner

Peggy sings the blues by Frank Turner

Let's be honest, I still swoon for men with acoustic guitars, who sing by yelling and the veins pop out of their necks, but somehow they still manage to sound so, so good.  Let's not even talk about the dimples or the accent or the beard. Oh the beard. 

Maybe I'll start going by Peggy. Maybe. 

Edelweiss by Sarah

Via Edelweiss by Sarah

For the love of all things beautiful.  I need more clothes for work right?

Music Monday: Steve Burns

So I was listening to NPR the other day.  Yes, I listen to NPR. It happened to be a great series of personal stories told by writers, actors and everyday people.  One of them was Steve from Blues Clues.  Who's full name is Steve Burns. Who is a musician.  Who's CD I have. Yes, I still have cds. I'm old school, k?

Anyways, I forgot how much I loved our little friend Steve.  Here's his best song in my opinion!

Not shabby for the dweeb in the green striped rugby shirt.

PS. I highly suggest the MOTH series on NPR. Love love love it!

xo, Megs

April and May Jumps

Tamara Toumanova via Philippe Halsman "Jumpology"

I know, I know!  I've been slacking on my Jumps. But the last one was big.  VERY BIG.  I mean, who in there right mind makes a video application to be the star of a dating vlog? Well, I did.  And I have no regrets.  It's already proved itself fruitful. And maybe it will get certain family members off my back about being more assertive. Because that wasn't just assertive, it was dang BOLD. It should count for two jumps right?

I'm fairly positive you have seen it.  But if you haven't, here it is...

PS. I did the concepting, editing, and music selection. This lovely lady gets all the photo credit!

PPS. It's gotten such a good response that I am thinking maybe I can monetize it.  You know, make save the dates for couples, that type of thing.  What are your thoughts?

Cutest Map Ever

Via IScreenYouScreen Etsy

By now, you all know I LOVE to travel.  And how I love decorating (currently my new apartment.) And how sometimes the two collide.  Well, it's happened again.  How darling is this? If I wasn't saving my pennies for about a bazillion other things, or one specific thing.  I would make it mine!