The Cozy Guestroom

I was browsing through Pinterest {Big, whopping surprise of the century, I know} and I came upon that little ditty up there. I love to go on vacation. Period. I love to relax in a room with freshly fluffed pillows and carpets that were vacuumed by someone other than myself. Does that sound weird? Does anyone else feel that way?

So off with my rambling, I love the water-colored guestroom painting. 

It appeals to me in so many ways and I'm not sure why. Maybe it is all of the details put together for a perfectly relaxing stay. Maybe it's exactly what I would enjoy while staying over at someone else's home.

Maybe I need to invite more people over to stay and this is my inspiration.

Whatever I choose to like more, I have come to the conclusion that our guestroom needs a little more attention...guests and decor! Does this mean I have a legitimate excuse to buy beautiful flowers? I sure hope so...

Have a lovely {cozy} weekend, I'll talk to you soon!

xoxo bd

{Photo Credit: Pinterest via Small Shop and The Aestate}

 It's cold nights like this that I think of anything and everything to keep me cozy. Plush blankets and rich hot cocoa are on my evenings agenda.

Doesn't the first photo remind you of Kate Winslet's home in The Holiday? I think that's why I decided to post it...a favorite winter movie of mine for sure.

A wonderful weekend is ahead of us. Adam will finally be finished with all of his exams, a total of 6 to be exact. He has studied long and hard; Tuesday night he stayed up until 3:15 in the morning only to wake up three hours later to get ready for his next exam. I kept calling him crazy not to mention I missed his company and full attention but I know it will pay off in the long run. 

Oh good news!

Today he found out that he passed the MPRE, which he took a little over a month ago, with flying colors. He is now able to take the Bar in any state of the U.S. Go Adam!!

Now, once he takes the last final (tomorrow at 9) we'll head out to Franklin for a weekend spent with family.

My Aunt Beth, Uncle Jon, and two cousins, Tessa and Jonathan are visiting my parents in Nashville for a few days! I'm ecstatic to see them, it's been almost 6 months. 

We'll all celebrate Adam's 25th birthday, will go  to the  Dickens of A Christmas Festival in downtown Franklin, and just wonderful pre-Christmas visit.

Tomorrow can't come soon enough!

Alright....it's time for a warm shower as my toes are frozen. 

Talk to you soon...

xoxo .bd 

{Photo Credits: Delightful Digs, Sweet Paul and Homes and Gardens }

Monday Monday Monday

Once again we've started another week bringing forth a cold front to the western part of the state.
I was happy to have the 60 degree weather and think of the fun that spring brings in but I shouldn't have been so fooled, it is still January and the snow has yet to really fall. Infact a "snow storm" is in the forecast for Thursday which will most likely be a few flurries with grocery stores sold out of milk and bread.
          In other news, tomorrow will be our 6 month anniversary. Can you believe how fast these months have gone by? We were talking about it today on the way home from the grocery store and we're glad that the stress of the wedding weighing on us has now left. I kid you not, there was probably more worry about rain, tents, cake, and hay bales than glee over the life we were about to start together. As much as I would love to go back to our honeymoon and walking around the streets of San Francisco I wouldn't take away what we have now. We have our little routines, we cook together and read our books in bed at night- watch 'Castle' on Mondays and and and....I love what we have. He's my best friend and love! So here's to the next 6 months and 60 years :)
With all this talk of chilly days to come I dream of what will keep me warm...in style.

I just can't stand it when I see girls in baggy sweat pants and ugg boots. Take five minutes to throw on a beautiful scarf, button up a boyfriend blazer and pull boots on. I meannnn c'mon. But that's just me, Adam says I'll get ready to go to the post office and it's true. Always look your best, soap is cheap and water's free.
{I'm off the soap box now}
Keep cozy tonight, I hope to update tomorrow with pictures I've actually taken. {Oh yes, btw I found my camera!!} I'm trying to organize our guestroom closet. Believe me it's bad.
Okay g'night!
xoxo .betsydavis

Photo Credits: {1} {2} {3} {4}

It's been gloomy and rainy all day long.
For a couple of hours this afternoon we went to our local Barnes & Noble {free wi-fi} so Adam could have a change of pace for studying and my ability to read allll of the magazines I'm obsessed with. Utterly obsessed.
After Barnes & Noble as well as a quick run to the grocery store, we've eaten a hearty bowl of kale and potato soup and have settled in for the evening. As per every Wednesday night, we're tuned into ABC for our favorite Wednesday night lineup of shows.
In honor of this grimey day, a few pictures to cozy up to.

{Beautiful Things to Share}

 { Polly Wreford}

{Burberry}

{Le Fashion}

{Classy & Glamorous}

.betsydavis

A thing of beauty is a joy forever: its loveliness increases; it will never pass into nothingness.

It is Monday again and the week has begun.  I have to say, not that most would disagree, but the weekend is entirely too short! Now that the sun starts to go down at 4:30 I feel like I only have half days. I surely don't miss the sweltering heat of the summer though the longer days I've become wishful for.
Yesterday afternoon once all of our home improvements were finished Adam and I went for a jog. Yes a jog!  We've both committed to running a 5K race in April for Race Judicata so now our training begins. Our plan is to not only to recognize a great cause but also get fit and support each other. A bucket-list to do is well on its way. April, here we come!
Along the same lines of getting fit I want to be in the process of taking care of Betsy as best I can. Enjoy the parts of life that help me to appreciate the beauty and glamor in my day to day.

{Red Lips}

{Andreas Kock}

{Beautiful Bouquets}

{Nicolette Camille}

{Cozy Living Room}

{Ralph Lauren Campaign Ad}

Here's to keeping promises. Here's to being bold. Here's to being elated with where God has placed me.....

Have a lovely evening! 

betsydavis.

{Top Photo: Rodellee Marie} 

"There is nothing like staying at home for real comfort."

It is hump day in late October and I am ready for a really long nap. No matter how beautiful it was today all I wanted to do was crawl up on the couch with a blanket and watch tv.
Every Wednesday Adam and I turn on ABC for their family comedy night full of shows we can't get enough of.  So right now as our weekly ritual we've cozied up to watch 'The Middle' and share a piece of pumpkin cheesecake. I love our consistency :) With an eensy entry ended, I'm going to soak my feet in warm water and finish this episode.
Oh and speaking of comfort, what speaks more to comfort than the most fluffy bed to fall into?
Inspired by coziness:

{Atilla Design}

 

{Country Living}

{Martha Stewart Colonial House Tour}

{La Dolce Vita }

betsydavis.


{Top Photo: This is Glamorous}