the dog days of summer are long gone now.  i can't help but miss the ease of life on an island surrounded by calm ocean and sincere friends.

so, i'm moving, again.  big surprise.  this time in my apartment hunt, i'm going to take into consideration the things i can not change.   i can't make a black countertop white no matter how hard i wish it.  the pine cabinets can't magically be stained a more tasteful colour.  however, walls can be painted white. and the floors can be styled with rugs.

i'm very fond of this scandinavian apartment i found on my scandinavian home. it's mostly white, my favourite for a clean and airy feel.  but the splashes of colour are so thoughtful and concise. not to mention, the blue doors (!) i'd kill for a pare of those.

can't wait to start sourcing new furniture and accessories for my new space.  now, only to find it.

while sitting on my front porch with the rain dancing on the windows, i can't help but be brought back to my rainy day in paris.  paris felt more romantic, more nostalgic, and more beautiful in the rain.  my feet slowed down, and my body mirrored the raindrops slowly swaying along the seine.