photos from the week

As is usual these days, my week was hectic. I spent the first two days in Phoenix before hoping a plane to Houston for an event at the end of the week. Everything went smoothly, but I was up for nearly 48 hours straight. Saturday, I spent some time with my mom and Stephanie doing some wedding stuff, and I used Sunday to rest with a bit of yoga, some much-needed loads of laundry and a 90-minute massage.

Here are some images from the week...

friday faves

Happy Friday! 
Here are a few things that made me happy this week.

pink moka pot for yummy morning coffee or iced caramel macchiatos. 

 fresh mozzarella, local tomato and basil sandwiches from pane bianco. with a mexican coke.

student art at my favorite yoga studio. 

hawaiian-style beverages. lava flow and something equally fruity and delicious.

resolution support

How many of you included "exercise more" on your list of resolutions? Well, have I found something to help support your efforts.

My friend and teammate first introduced me to this fabulously supportive sports bra by Moving Comfort and I have to tell you, it's amazing.

It comes in bra sizes {a must if you have larger cup sizes} and perfectly keeps the girls subdued whether you're running, hiking, rowing or working on your inversions at yoga practice.

friday fantasy

I am so blessed in my life and I love where I'm at - struggles, triumphs and everything in between - but sometimes I think about the road I didn't take. You know, the alternate life I could be living if I'd chosen a different path.

So here's an ode to my dream life.

I would live here
{a few years ago, Christine and I spent my birthday in my favorite city and when we were walking to Mama's for breakfast, we passed this building. I told her I would live here one day}

~chestnut in north beach~

~an interior that is both modern and lovely~

I would brunch here with my dear friend Mari and her gorgeous baby girl

~mama's is delish~

I would row in these with this group

~pacific rowing club's boathouse~

I would ride around on this

~a sunny cruiser : nirve lahaina~

I would practice yoga here

~international orange. named after the color of paint used on the golden gate bridge~

Have a wonderful, dreamy weekend, lovelies! Make sure you take every opportunity afforded to you!

smitten kitten | lululemon

Last week, I kicked off a regular feature : smitten kitten. Do you have a real passion for/obsession about something? Well, you're a smitten kitten for it. Cute, right? Look for it to find out exactly what I'm geeking out for!


I love lululemon. Several years ago, I was introduced to this Canadian company by a Canadian friend (appropriate, non?). We were all vacationing in cottage country in Ontario and she was lounging in the cutest pants and hoodie. She told me where to find it, and as soon as we were back outside of Toronto, I begged my future husband to drive me to the nearest location, where he treated me to a pair of pants (they came in a length that actually fit my long legs!) and a tank. I became an instant fan.


Now that they have opened a store here, I can get my fitness fashion fix whenever I want. And I'm dying for these

~speed short~

~be still pant~

They also carry a men's line with fashionable and functional pieces for your favorite guy.

~quintessentially Canadian, eh?~

~essential v~

try something new

Did you know that September is National Yoga Month? I'm sure there are many of you who are very familiar with yoga - but perhaps there are others who aren't. This month is the perfect time to give it a try!

~via yogamonth.com~

To celebrate National Yoga Month, yoga studios from across the country are offering free classes or discounted packages. National Yoga Month's official website is offering a free one-week pass for new students (so for all you seasoned yogis, it's a great time to check out a studio that's new to you!). Just click on the link, plug in your city, find a participating studio, print out your pass and get your ohm on.

Not into traditional yoga? Many gyms have fitness yoga classes. You can even check with a local church since many are beginning to offer Christ-centered yoga classes, which are often free.

And if you live near my favorite workout-wear retailer, lululemon, they usually have a free yoga class once a week.

Never one to pass up a chance to share great finds : if you stop by the store, try on a pair of their amazing pants or one of their tanks. They are the most comfortable items of clothing you'll ever own.

~sage twist pant~

~ scoop neck tank~

A little something extra : lululemon pants come in regular and tall lengths, and they offer complimentary hemming at their stores!