Drybar, a blow dry bar

(Los Angeles)

Mai Tai (left) & Cosmopolitan (right)

Looking for a quick way to pamper yourself in LA that is fairly
inexpensive? Try Drybar! 

Drybar is a brand new “blow dry bar” concept created around a very simple idea: No cuts. No color. Just blowouts for only $35. This past weekend I treated my sister and I to a "blowout" and a 10 minute scalp massage (called a Floater on their menu). Not only did this make for a fun girls time together but we were also styled and ready for a fun night out on the town afterwards. Our experience was fun and easy. When you walk in you are warmly greeted to a vibrant, modern salon with friendly staff. When you sit down you are asked to order the hairstyle of your choice based off of their simple yet creative menu. My sister got the Cosmopolitan (loose curls) and I got the Mai Tai (messy & beachy). And before you head over to sink for a wash we were given an option of wine or cucumber infused water. For the wash, I would highly recommend the 10 minute floater. The salon uses the Moroccan Oil hair products which are the best! In all, the experience took about an hour and we came out feeling like movie stars ready for the big screen. Oh, and I forgot to mention that Drybar is pet friendly! Check out their website for locations.

Drybar, a blow dry bar

Here comes the sun...

LA Sunrise
January 22, 2011 (7:14am PST)

Top of the morning to you! Since Willow has come into our lives I have become more and more of a morning person having to get up and feed her and take her out. I find myself actually looking forward to waking up with the sun. The beauty of a sunrise, different from a sunset, is knowing that a new day lies ahead. Everyday, I take a deep breath of the cool, fresh air and listen to the quiet sounds just as the sunlight peaks through the dark sky. I have captured today's sunrise glistening over the horizon. I hope to post more in the future. Wishing you all a lovely day ahead!

Happy 2011!

'Door to my Heart'
Brugge, Belgium trip (2010)

I am excited to start my new blog just in time for the new year! I look forward to updating my new site as often as I am inspired by what's around me - particularly by the beautiful simple things in life that make me happy and inspire me to write. Please come visit when you like and feel free to post your comments! I look forward to our new journey together.