Yachts & Magpies

-The magpie now shares something in common with humans, chimps, & dolphins...
-Seagulls once again getting aggressive...
-I hadnt seen this commercial but seeing as Olympic fever has been going around it's very appropriate!

Been a busy week at work and now I'm glad it's over. I plan on relaxing and maybe some dancing as well. Been playing this Yacht track non-stop and I think it's a perfect/fun song to listen to during a summer weekend. They're from Portland, and the song is a little crazy, but indulge me haha. Have a good one!

Sunday Evening

Troy Williams gorgeous ambient photography

Back to Reality

Well it's been a couple weeks! I came back from my Costa Rican vacation feeling refreshed after doing among other things

• rafting
• snorkeling
• and (highlight) seeing a giant leatherback turtle lay her eggs on the beach at night under the stars.

I am in the process of cutting a short video together of the footage I took, and once I do I'll be sure to share! In the meantime, above are photos from my Diana camera!

vacation (all I ever wanted)

So sorry for the recent lack-age of posts. Things have been busy and tomorrow I'm off to Costa Rica for 10 days. Much needed break I will say that much. I might try to post while there but I highly doubt I will haha. In any case I will be back soon refreshed and with more updates and of course photos of the trip!!

(photo by texterella)

Blackbirds and Bees

Chicago Locals Beware the Birds...
In the past year or so I've noticed an increase in Blackbirds, or maybe it's just that now I've moved near an enormous park. In any case it seems some of my fellow Chicagoans are dealing with some pretty fierce little guys! I for one have not had this problem when riding my bike.

I love seeing new designer Birdhouses, and these are especially nice since they are made out of recycled materials, for Charity auction to be held in London titled The Birds , Bats and Bees. (via dezeen)

Emmanuel Polanco

art by Emmanuel Polanco...

The Great Swallow

It actually looks quite comfy! artist Benjamin Verdonck in his nest in Rotterdam last month as part of his unbelievably amazing Great Swallow project.

Emily Forgot

print & ceramic plate by artist Emily Forgot.

Summer Mix

It's been warmer here and I'm sharing a mix I made that I think brings to mind a lazy summer day near the water, as the sun is setting. Enjoy!

Deerhunter- Tape Hiss Orchid
Blood on the Wall- I'd Like to Take You Out Tonight
Tickley Feather- Keyboards is Drunk
Tindersticks- Seaweed
The Cyrkle- The Visit
Jim Noir- Turbulent Weather
Atlas Sound- River Card
Black Sabbath- Planet Caravan
Movietone- Ocean Song
Beach House- Master of None
Broadcast- Distant Call

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(image by Catherine Ledwidge)