Entre Nous.

Girl, Read On

 

 

You all just have no idea. I absolutely fell head over heels for this novel. I'll admit I hadn't a clue who on earth this Zoe Sugg person was; that is until last December when I read somewhere that her debut novel outsold JK Rowling's in the first week. I mean, how is that even possible? So color me intrigued. It turns out that the author of "Girl Online" is also know to those in the You Tube know as Zoella. I had no idea how absolutely clueless I was about You Tuber culture until I stumbled upon Zoella. She's cute as a button and produces videos, mostly about makeup, but also about her life in general via her Vlogs. From there I fell down the You Tube rabbit hole and started subscribing (You Tube lingo) to all her other 20something British friends; who also happen to be successful You Tubers. But I digress, I'll compile a list of my favorite You Tubers another time. Let's discuss the book.

I'm well aware that this book was not written for my demographic, i.e. not the young adult set, but that didn't deter me. It did take a bit of time for me to actually get into the novel. It wasn't love at first few chapters, let's put it that way. But soon enough I was hooked. Does it try to hard to address universal teen themes like anxiety, why yes, yes it does. But I managed to push past that and eventually really couldn't wait to read on. So if you're looking to live vicariously through a British teenager, then "Girl Online" is going to be your summer jam. This book is a beach read if I ever did see one. 

 

 

Marchgram AND Aprilgram

Life of late summed up via Instagram 

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

    

 

 

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

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Digable Etsy

If you follow me at all on Instagram, it's no secret that May is my Birthday month. Reluctant to admit that my May is coming to an end, I've compiled a wish list of items I'm coveting from Etsy of late. Because even though my Birthday has come and gone, I'm still in the "treat yo self" mindset.

 

Mermaid Inn Print

  

Fries Before Guys Tote

 

Marquee Lights

 

Banana Palm Print

 

Gem Nail Decals

 

Malachite Pillow

 

Pet Teepee

 

Skull Planter

 

Bison Skull

 

Shark Tooth Ring

Even though I've divulged my wish list, don't you dare think about ordering any of these items out from under me!

Behind the Scenes

l Photo by Chelsey Ashford Photography l

May's installment of "Behind the Scenes" highlights Tara Kirkland of Custard Boutique in Savannah, GA and Greenville, SC. Custard specializes in eco friendly, domestic, fashion forward and unique items. I first met Tara at the grand opening party for her shop in Savannah years ago. She just celebrated her 7 year anniversary in Savannah and opened her Greenville location in 2012. Tara has an incredible eye which has continued to sustain the interest of locals and tourist alike. With the fickle nature of fashion it's incredible to watch how Custard has not only thrived, but expanded. Tara's well edited shops clearly feature a unique point of view. Trust me when I say that anyone, from ladies who lunch to hipsters, will find something to take away from Custard.

l Photo by Jade + Matthew Take Pictures l 

Collects  Too much stuff- vintage books on flora and fauna, animals (I have 2 dogs, 3 cats, 2 rats, 3 birds, and various other wild animals I help rehab), small brass animal bookends... unicorns... you get the idea.

Admires  My close friends- they see all the crazy and still want to hang out with me- they must be thick skinned.

 

Daydreams  To have a goat farm.

 

Guilty Pleasures  Sitting in the dark, listening to songs on records that my husband selects- and giving my dog, Manchester, edamame. 

 

Weekend Pursuits  If it is sunny (not necessarily warm or hot) I want to be on the water- that means kayaking, on a friend's boat, tubing, or just hanging out by a pool or lake, or creek-  and if there is no water to be found, then antiquing for all those things I mentioned before in my laundry list of items I collect.

 

Libation of Choice  Craft beer, and rye- neat

 

Coffee or Tea  Coffee- always- black

 

Blooms of Choice  Thistle and sea holly

 

Favorite Books  Perfume by Patrick Suskind and Dharma Lion: A Biography of Allen Ginsberg by Michael Schumacher

 

Where I’d Rather Be  Cuddling a wild baby giraffe, penguin, lion...

 

Lipstick or Gloss of the Moment  None.  Ever.  I pretty much only wear mascara unless I think my photo is going to be taken and then I add a little eye colour, but I never do anything on the lips, I don't feel like myself.

 

Nail Polish Du Jour  I like it natural- but that said, if I had to pick- I would go with black.  OPI always seems to have great colours that make me wish that my nails would not chip after one day, so sometimes I kid myself a buy a cool blue or another black, but I never use them.

 

Scent  Ambre Blends- essential oils - I love Invoke and Solace  both are 100% organic oils, soft and subtle, and you bet- every time I wear them- people ask about it.

 

Style Icon  My go to is a combo of Mr. T and Mr. Rogers- I have always thought that those two men were beyond any kind of cool I could ever achieve.  I guess, the big thing they both have in common is layers.  I have always been a fan of layers-  Mr. T also has had some of the coolest hair of all time! 

 

Can’t Leave the House Without  Accessories.  I may not be much for makeup and nail polish- but I do love jewelry.  I love hand made, unique pieces- I have a stack of slim wrist cuffs and bangles I almost NEVER take off, (artist Workhorse, Betsy & Iya, vintage pieces and a craft fair find complete a stack of 5) a recycled silver talisman necklace (made in Vancouver by Pyrrha) and my wedding rings (by Melissa Joy Manning- also recycled gold).

Pending Vacations  Good stuff in the works here- a trip out to San Francisco for the Renegade Craft Fair, Headed to Durham, NC and the Outer Banks, and a mini trip to Chicago.

 

Social Media of Choice  Instagram- less words and more photos!  You can find me, personally, @rockpinata and my two store locations @custardsavannah and @/custardgville

 

Crushing On  My friends at Red Clay Soap - they are an amazing family, their soap is awesome, and all of the baby goats, mom goats and general farm wildlife are so lovely that I feel my heart on the brink of bursting just typing about it!

 

 

l Photo by Chelsey Ashford Photography l

 

So the next time you're in the general vicinity of Greenville or Savannah make sure you pop by Custard. You won't leave empty handed. Trust me. Bonus: they ship!

 

 

l Photo by Chelsey Ashford Photography l

Pink is The Navy Blue of India

l Peonies Print l

If you all think I love lilacs, that's nowhere near my adoration for peonies. They are my favorite bloom. Luckily they're arrival coincides with my Birthday, so I can give into the indulgence of purchasing bunches of them and not feel a bit guilty. This might actually be the first time that I've purchased peonies where I could actually detect a fragrance. I've always loved them for their beauty alone, but once you catch the scent, you realize they're even more perfect. Next month I'm moving house and will finally have a proper yard, which I can't wait to inundate with peonies.

   

Unfortunately the peony season is but a brief one, so make the most of it!