LESS IS MORE " my birthday wish"

Personally, an abundance of “stuff” is not what speaks volumes to me... having "a lot of stuff"  does not bring me pleasure. Life isn’t about how many designers are hanging in your closet or the class of car you drive. Life  is not about the size of your home or the size of your bank account ; it is about life's moments that create memories or moments that bring you to your inner peace. (although watching the RHO Beverley Hills can make you think otherwise)

My birthday is coming up this weekend and I've been asked what I want to do. To be honest, this year I want to engage in the simple pleasures I love most. I don't mind doing a dinner and a drink or two, but on my actual birthday which is this Sunday Id like to do my routine. My usual Sunday routine consists of Church, brunch at Le Pain, catching up on a good read and pure lazy relaxation. Life has been crazy the past few months due to the holidays so I haven't had the chance to fully commit to the simple pleasures that Sunday brings me. Its moments like this I love the most, when I am in tune with my mind, body and spirit and feel totally spoiled. Yes, they are all simple pleasures but pleasures that far outweigh any material item. For my birthday I wish, I wish for more time spent on  life's simple pleasures.


Here are some simple pleasures and moments that provide an overwhelming amount of pleasure in my life on every possible level.

Purchasing and arranging seasonal flowers for my home. Flowers in a room can instantly change my mood and dress up any décor.

 

 

Cuddling up in my favorite couch blanket and dozing off to sound of a flickering candle

 

 

 

 

 

My morning cup of Joe. Just me, my thoughts and preparing for the start of the day. Or savoring a hot cup on the weekend in my favorite lounge wear. *note - I'm a better person with coffee. ask anyone that knows me well. be afraid if you cross my path pre-coffee. ;)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

& last but certainly not least.....My favorite simple pleasure. A dinner table surrounded with close friends and family breaking bread together and eating a meal made with love. Nothing brings me back down to earth better than a love fest over a feast of good food, spirits and conversation.

 

 

 

 What simple moments bring you the most pleasure?

 

I hope you enjoy life's simple pleasures and take in the moment. Put your phones down and be present. Or put your phone down and get lost in a good book. Have a beautiful weekend &  I will be back Monday.... one age year later!

 

Click here for my birthday post last year....& here for snapshots of the brunch

 

 

xo

Meems

 

 

 

 

 

LAYER IT UP!

I'm back! & I'm cold! Its around 17 degrees here in NYC and with the wind chill it feels about 10 below. I've missed you so!

As I was layering up this morning I thought why not share a recent obsession of mine with you all. Rug Layering. If you have been following my blog you know we are in the middle of putting our apartment decor together. Yes, I am STILL waiting for Restoration Hardware to deliver a few major pieces & I guess it is kinda premature of me to worry about finishing touches given the fact we haven't received the key pieces yet. But.... I cant wait any longer! I'm all over getting the floor texturized. 

Our living room/dining room style is a good mix of Industrial/French meets Scandinavian Chic. Imagine dark greys, heavy metals and reclaimed woods in all colors. We need to bring some more texture and pattern into the space so I'm planning on layering a cowhide rug over a large jute rug. 

Here are some of my favorite rug layering looks Id like to share with you:

Here is the Argentinian Brindle Cowhide we already own (we have it under our Colette Bed for now until we decide on the perfect Jute rug for the space).

You can purchase beautiful ones via Wisteria, One Kings Lane, Gilt and even Rugs USA. The one I purchased was a major success due to the fact that it was a steal of a price and has tones of gray tones throughout. 

I get it, alot of people hate the cowhide rug but they are extremely durable and beautiful. For us it is the perfect layering piece for texture. Add any color cowhide over a neutral colored Jute rug and voila.... your space is instantly turned chic and unique. Try it! & Don't forget to layer up today. 

xo

Meems