spring fever.

happy springtime.

since yesterday was the official first day of spring,

i find it fitting to post a few springtime obsessions and inspirations.

 dear anthropolgie: your catalog screams spring. it's lovely.

 dear essie: is it possible for you to make a rotten color? no. i'm in love with all of them.

dear seychelles: i adore your shoes. especially cute these sandals. 

dear tulips: you're my springtime addiction. 

dear floral skinny's: you are currently number one on my wish list. 

well, now you can see i simply have spring fever.

do you? what are you drooling over right now?

i hope all things spring.

xoxo

ten happy things:

the little things that make life beautiful {as of late}:

1. holidays that insist on me wearing my favorite color: green.

2. cadburry eggs and girl scout cookies.

3. homemade banana bread with whole wheat flour. yum.

4.  getting a little package in the mail from little brother:

{a t-shirt with the mexican flag. too cute and funny. oh, and something for my smash book too}

5. watching downton abbey with lovebird. [every night.]

we are a bit addicted.

it's apparent we are quite connected to the characters:

we both looked over at each other with tears in our eyes after a death in the episode.

6. washing my face with the {trendy} mia. 

there's a reason it is trendy: it works wonders. 

7. the saying "brunettes have more fun".

it's fun being on the dark side for once. pun intended.  

8. the lovely peter pan collar.

i think it is so feminine and classy.

{i love this, this and this one. i want them all.}

9. wearing my hunter boots like they're going out of style.

thank you, rain.

10. warm weather for the mere purpose of not having cracked/dry hands.

you have no idea what my poor hands have looked like.

this is a true blessing. 

you can't pinch me.

happy st. patrick's day!

{yesterday}

we were too busy acting like the irish, i didn't get around to posting.

we had a crazy, lovely and busy day yesterday.

lovebird spent most of the day at work.

i spent the day rehearsing and performing at an "old folks" home.

{what a treat that was. if you know me, you know that old people have a special place in my heart.}

we raced to a little dinner with our dear friends,

and ate the most delicious st. patrick's day pizza.

corn beef, prosciutto, pepperoncinis, red onions.

all on top of a flat bread crust and a mustard brie sauce.  

yum- my mouth is watering just thinking about it again. 

we then had a little dessert run to yogurt mill, of course.

and headed back to our place to finish the night with a good old heart to heart.

it was a fun night with friends. 

joel and i may have had a few st. patty's day kisses,

talked like we were irish and stayed up way too long giggling.

we had a lovely st. patty's day.

i've always loved this holiday. 

hope yours was just as lucky as ours. 

xo

pictures:

1. the little leprechaun brought me an adorable pair of shoes.

2. he also left gold coins, of course.

3. our cute friends. {at concetta- our favorite restaurant.}

4. leapord shoes and green nail polish. 

5. our little mantel decorated for this fun holiday.

never new how much joy could fill a little mailbox.

dear mailman: you always make my day.

all good things come in the mail.

and this week our mailbox has been full of nothing but just that.

{good things, happy notes, and surprise packages.}

1. another sweet hello and happy letter from little brother.

he's happy and doing well. what a relief.

2. a st. patrick's day package from the leprechaun.

{also known as: the best mother in the world}

full of all things green:

shoes, shirts, treats, gold coins, a pair of earrings, letters, and a little bird vase.

3. a much anticipated package from fedex.

which carried a little gem from oc tanner in it.

{another pun intended}

we are happy over here when our mailbox surprises us.

we usually only get lots of adds, random mail and bills.

but this week was an exception to that rule.

and we are feeling loved.

and the biggest lesson learned from this:

i need to send mail more often.

even if its just a postcard or small little note saying hello.

why? because if it brings so much joy to me-

why not share that with those you love.

make someone's day and send them a quick note.

it only takes words and 41 pennies. 

you won't regret it.

and they will love you forever.

happy friday, dear friends. 

i'd love to send you a little love note in your mailbox.

email me your address! 

{thelittlelovebirds.blog@gmail.com}

this is indeed magical.

the nerd inside me is about to be released. 

brace yourself.

{let me first fill you in a little bit.}

i am a die-hard fan when it comes to classical music.
which, is no wonder considering i take and teach piano.
and of course, dance to it every day.
however, i came upon a little discovery that isn't exactly "classical" music.
in fact, it is harry potter music.
and i am completely in love with it.
i would be lying if i said i have only watched this a few times.
because let's be honest, i watch it a few times every other hour. 
okay, okay..
i won't keep you waiting any longer.
here you go: enjoy!
{be certain to watch the whole thing.} 

disclaimer: 

it's not the harry potter part i'm obsessed with.

it's the brilliance of the piano and this pianist. 

i'm already guessing you harry potter fans are in love.

and those of you out there who appreciate and know the piano 

still have your jaw dropped in awe. 

happy thursday.

glad i could share a little brilliance and music with you.

xoxo

p.s. if you nerdy like me: check out this one too. it's pirates! so incredible.  

forecast of love.

the forecast for the week is full of nothing but rain.

you already know that this thrills me.

i adore the rain.

how could you not?

it cleanses the earth and leaves nature looking rejuvenated.

it adds a fresh scent to the air. sigh.

it sometimes, if we're lucky, creates rainbows.

it forces me to stay indoors and snuggle up to lovebird.

or it forces me to run indoors while holding a stylish umbrella. 

{umbrellas are a rare occasion. and it's unfortunate because they're adorable.}

old movies come out of their hiding.

slippers are my best friend.

i tend to look out the window with hopeful eyes- 

assuring that the rain is indeed still falling.

the sound of pitter-patter is enough to make me giddy. 

driving in the rain is often times scary-

however, isn't it also the most calming sensation?

{what a funny and ironic concept}

and of course, it gives me the excuse to wear my hunter boots.

i'm in love with you, rain.

thanks for falling for me today.

{yes, that pun was intended.} 

hope you are enjoying this lovely spring shower as well.

happy wednesday. 

xo

bachelor ben.

better late than never, i suppose.

i hadn't watched a single episode of the bachelor this season...

until last night- when i watched the season finale. 

i wasn't that into the show, simply because i wasn't up to date with

all the drama, make-out scenes and gossip leading up to it.

but, nonetheless, i had a lovely night with friends.

we had a 'girls only' night.

we drank sparkling cider and ate yummy finger foods. 

my conclusion of the show:

i feel sorry for ben.

i loved him last season, but this season

  {or should i say the one episode that i watched?} 

i didn't feel that love. 

i wasn't too attached to either of the girls-

but from first impressions, i would have picked lindzi.

oh, well.

love is a crazy thing and doesn't always work out perfectly.

that's even true for those in hollywood. 

that being said, thank goodness for reality t.v. shows;

they give us an excuse to get together with the girls and eat chocolate.
{of course, while wearing our comfy sweats. or in my case, lovebird's clothes.}

xoxo

i know some of you are much more into the show than i am.

so, what did/do you think?

i'm looking forward to reading your comments below

as well as all the blog posts posted in honor of ben today!