real simple.

I'm not afraid to admit that I don't have the design gene. I think there's great power in recognizing what you're not talented at. I mean, I feel like I got a piece of it. I can come up with ideas for things, but I can't make it happen. I can have a vision for how I want to spice up a wall, but I can't go to the store and find the right pieces. In my dream to make my house more home-like and cozy, I bought myself a subscription to Real Simple. I haven't received my first issue yet, but I've been perusing the website. If I had unlimited time and resources …

bathroom vision

I would repaint my bathroom. Right now it's a light brown-but-kind-of-peachy color. I'm in love with teal and dark browns, and I already have a shower curtain and bath mat to match.

I also want to get some things put up on my walls but I'm too indecisive and I don't have enough money to splurge on great photography. But I came across this cute idea on Real Simple's website:

Fabric on canvas wall hanging

And I already have a staple gun! So all I would need is so cool fabric and a canvas (I could probably find an ugly painting cheap and cover it) and have a quick piece of art I could easily change out.

I'll have this winter to get started on some projects when it's too cold to have fun outside. I just booked a flight home for Labor Day weekend ... I haven't been home since Christmas! I told my mom I'm looking forward to some quality food, grilled chicken and the like. This will be my eighth round trip with Southwest so I will earn a free flight through their Rapid Rewards program -- off to adventures and mountainous places!

Today I am dreaming,