Fall Colors

So Fall is officially here! I decided to try to take some photos (gasp!) and see how they turned out. I have never really tried photography, but have been itching to try it out, what with all the inspirational photos I see everywhere. There is just something about taking photos that makes me happy. So, what do you think? I can't believe that it is already October. Before you know it, the leaves on the ground will be covered in white powder. I love the snow, so I am looking forward to those days.

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Not much else to report-- school is done for the day, and I am much happier knowing sleep is on its way.

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Have a good Tuesday tomorrow-- I am looking forward to sharing more photos later of a project megan and I am working on-- I'm really excited about this one.

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Here's wishing you a crisp fall day with crunchy leaves.

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{{xoxo melissa}}

Cardboard, Anyone?

Just wanted to pop in and post about a scrapbook challenge I tried out over at The Art is Found blog. I am pretty happy with the results... it gave me something to look forward to doing over the weekend.

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Other weekend news:

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saw Eagle Eye. highly recommended. (plus Shia LaBeouf isn't too sore on the eyes either.)

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rode the Trax into the city and walked around. In the rain.

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had way too much homework.

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more posts to come, and some pics I am excited to share tomorrow.

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wishing you a happy day. smile more tomorrow.

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{{xoxo melissa}}

Wellie Day

I love wellies. I have an official crush.

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wish for rainy days.

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{{xoxo melissa}}

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(photos Mark Roper , Rachel Riley, and {frolic!} via {this is glamorous})

I am in love...

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Life has been so crazy lately... lets just say I didn't go to bed last night (I guess this morning) until 3:30a.m., all in the name of school [insert a despondent head shake here]. So, instead of studying for my British lit test like I should, I wanted to share these amazing photos-- I just want to stare at them all night. They take your breath away. There was an exhibit at the local museum of his work a while back, which I was never able to see, but just exploring his pictures on his website here is enough.

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take a look around and be inspired.
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happy monday!
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{{xoxo melissa}}
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(photos via Rodney Smith)

Fashion Magic

While checking out the October issue of Harper's Bazaar, I came across this gorgeous fashion editorial staring Emma Watson. The clothes in the shoot are absolutely drool worthy! I love the colors, especially the sapphire blue jacket by Vivienne Westwood. Check out a snippet of the issue here, with Kirsten Dunst as the cover girl.

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enjoy the sunshine!

{{xoxo melissa}}

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(photos via plain jayne)

If only...

...I could spend more money here. Or have someone cute to dress up in these. Check out all of the cute clothes, and get some fashion inspiration while you're at it.

{{xoxo melissa}}

Eerie Excitement

I love Halloween. It is definitely on my favorite holiday list. So, when I spied these on Martha Stewart's website I couldn't resist. I'm thinking of trying the Creepcakes first (don't you love the name?) and the spiderweb eggs- fun ideas to play around with. I am already thinking about my costume and the annual Halloween party. Start counting down the days!

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Check out all the other Halloween Eerie Edibles here.

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{{xoxo melissa}}

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(photos via Martha Stewart)