I have officially moved into my new apartment. It’s cute, and cozy, and old, and bright. I’ll post some photos once I have the internets at home again. In the meantime, here are some photos from visiting friends and family this past month.

One weekend was spent up at a cabin when the planets were low in the sky and the nights were crisp and clear for stargazing.

Another few days were spent visiting family and a few extra furry additions. Two generations of women catching up over coffees and dinners that went by all too quickly.

Then one more weekend in one more town spent celebrating with barbecues, dancing, and a day perfectly wasted lazing about.

Sunny breezes and lazy, rolling storms have brought the warm weather back to me. Unfortunately it’s been too beautiful to spend much time inside doing proper, responsible things. Instead, I’ve been outside with my hands in the earth and up long past my bed-time. There will be plenty of time for unpacking after I get my fill of sunshine.

I’ve been exploring The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern, because reading is the wrong word. Never before have I taken so long to read a book that I am enjoying so much. This is not a book you want to skim through, being so keen to find out what happens next (even though I am). With beautifully invented places and characters that ignite imagination, it’s hard to NOT slow down and savour each chapter. I’m barely halfway through and already mourning the end.

In short? You should read it.

In a fit of staying up far too late, I picked that appropriate time to create an Etsy treasury based on my visions of the book. Check it out, and then go check out The Night Circus from your local library.