Fall Necessities

1 | New book

Amazon recommended this book for customers who purchased Euphoria and All The Light We Cannot See... that's a good sign.

2 | Sweaters

GAP and Banana Republic are killing it right now. I just placed an order, but forgot to add this sweater and now it's haunting me.

3 | Tieks

I need another pair and I'm drawn to the dark metallics, but I'm still  considering navy and burgundy. There are just too many choices. 

4 | Jammies

I bought a Splendid sleep shirt this summer and I've been wearing it nearly every night. It's so comfortable and I feel like a grown-up wearing real pajamas. This set is so cute.

5 | Eyeshadow palette

These warm blush-tone shades are perfect for fall and I really want to start collecting a few eyeshadow quads that will be better for travel. 

6 | Throw

I need more color in my life. Our entire condo is neutral. I think adding a few pops of red/orange would be a nice change for the season.

7 | Candles

You just can't beat Bath & Body Works candles... especially in fall.

8 | Coffee

Moving to Washington turned me (and Brady) into a coffee drinker. I've become a big Keurig fan and I'm excited to try a few new flavors. Side note: Brady and I regularly discuss our hopes of a Starbucks Chestnut Praline Latte return.

9 | Slippers

MUK LUKS are the bomb. I'm a total convert. They're super soft and hold up really well. I wear my current pair every day and they still look great, but I like this taller style.

10 | Poncho

I think I'm behind the times, but I had no idea Ugg made clothes. This poncho looks like the epitome of comfort.

Vancouver, B.C.

O Canada! 

Brady and I thoroughly enjoyed our time in Vancouver. We drove up on Friday night, but didn't get to our hotel until after 11 pm. It was only a three hour drive, but the wait to cross the border was over an hour.

Saturday morning started with the most delicious breakfast at The Twisted Fork. The atmosphere, the people, the food were incredible. Afterwards, we went for walk around the city and discussed how much we love Vancouver. You know its love when logistics of moving become the topic of conversation for the entire weekend. 

Eggs Benny for me

French toast for Brady

Strolling 

Cute paintings 

Heavenly 

We had to sit and admire for awhile 

Lifeguard canoe 

Jealous of the lifeguards at work

Took this photo for my dad. Dad, Amanda and I were all lifeguards :)

We spent Saturday afternoon in the great outdoors of Northern Vancouver. We started at the Capilano Suspension Bridge. We drove up to Grouse Mountain with intentions of hiking, but it was way too crowded so we ended the afternoon at Lynn Canyon.

Getting out of the city

Suspension bridge

Walking through the treetops 

Only snap from Lynn Canyon 

We went back to the city for sushi at Miku. A restaurant we knew we had to try after reading Yelp reviews. It certainly didn't disappoint. It was by far the best sushi I've ever had. Dessert was gelato from Bella Gelataria which we happened to stumble across. There was a line out the door so we knew it must be good. 

Brady insists on eating outside whenever possible 

I insist on gin :)

The waiter called it "life changing" sushi... it's true

Lots of awards for this gelato. I got lavender and it was delicious 

We woke up early on Sunday morning for a walk through Stanley Park and breakfast at Catch 122. We explored Gastown and did some shopping on Robson St before heading home. 

Totem poles in Stanley Park

City view

Trees are starting to turn... I love fall!

Breakfast 

Eggs benny twist... again

Shop, shop, shop

All the streets are lined with trees 

This is my Canadian dream!