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Project 365 { April 16 – April 30 }

May 1, 2014August 25, 2015 Crystal // Dreams, etc. Post a comment
Project 365 { April 16 – April 30 }

As I was going through the pictures for this post I realized that I’ve stopped trying to avoid taking pictures of Little One. She’s just too adorable! I hope you don’t mind. There are a few iPhone photos in the mix too.

16. She made herself comfortable and then stuck her head under that pillow. I’ve never liked those pillows–they came with the couch and I’d like to replace them–but I have noticed that dogs love laying under them. My sister’s dog did too.

 17. I was on the couch. She was on top of the couch like a cat. It’s one of her favorite places.

18. My friend and I went to a coffee and wine bar after church on Good Friday. The place was packed but we were able to grab a table shortly after we got there. A couple came in and asked if they could use half of our table. Of course we said yes and didn’t think anything of it. We separated the two tables and hung out for awhile. After they left the waiter came over with this plate of strawberries. The couple bought them for us as a thank you before they left. It was really sweet and totally made our night!

 19. My niece and nephew were over so we spent the day coloring Easter eggs.

 20. I’ve always liked taking pictures of a subject through a mirror. Here’s Little One.

 21. She spent the weekend with her BFF-who-doesn’t-know-it-yet so even if she wasn’t chewing on a bone, she kept it close.

 22. I received a postcard from Erika and I loved it.

23. Sleeping beauty.

 24. Good news! So far I’ve managed to keep the plants alive. I think that’s a new record for me. Also, I think that thing sticking out of the plant with the water droplets on the… succulent leaves (?)… is new! I don’t remember seeing it when I bought it.

 25. If you look at her, she will ask for a tummy rub. She actually lies in wait and watches you. Every time you look like you might turn in her direction she starts rolling over. It’s a Cav thing.

26. My BFF saw a picture that I posted on Instagram of a barre workout that I bought and she stopped by to give me a barre that hasn’t been used much at her house. Right now it’s keeping Little One out of the room with the closed door, but I’m looking forward to setting it up and using it!

27. The last time I did Project 365 I took a picture of my night table every month on the same day to see what was on it. I didn’t touch it before I took the picture, even if it was cluttered. I liked seeing what was hanging out there so I thought I’d start it doing it again. The fabric is some of the fabric that I nearly died trying to get while in Senegal. (Okay, so I didn’t nearly die, but I wondered if I would.) And yes, that is an old alarm clock back there. I set that alarm and two on my phone in order to wake up on time (or close to it) in the morning.

28. Books!

29. When she hears dinner being prepared she goes to the dining room table.



30. My friend Heather and I met for lunch.

Previous Project 365 Posts:
// January 1 – 15
// January 15 – 31
// February 1 – 15 
// February 16 – 28 
// March 1 – 15 
// March 16 – 31 
// April 1 – 15
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I'm Crystal, the storyteller behind Dreams, etc. I'm all about learning how to live slowly & sustainably, while also seeking adventure as we follow our dreams, etc.

Hello, friends! šŸ‘‹šŸ¼ Swipe through for a few g Hello, friends! šŸ‘‹šŸ¼ Swipe through for a few glimpses from January. As 2022 came to an end I had this feeling that I was preparing to hibernate and I guess, in a way, I have. I’ve been slowly easing into the new year, focused on getting back into a few routines after Iceland and the holidays. And it’s been a great month. I can’t believe it’s almost over. What have your favorite moments of January been?
2022. Looking back on this year it was the year of 2022. Looking back on this year it was the year of so many dreams experiences. Whales. Cape Cod/Nantucket. Iceland. I saw musicals that have I’ve been dreaming of with Moulin Rouge, Wicked, and Six. 

It wasn’t without its stresses and rough moments but I’m grateful for the good that can be found, even when it’s hard.
Let’s journey back to November for the second we Let’s journey back to November for the second weekly dam walk of the month. My dad joined me for this one and we made it somewhat fast because it was a chilly day. ā€œThe water looks cold,ā€ I said when we back to the car.

Between Iceland and the below zero, windy, and snowy weather we had last week (which came with requests from my parents not to go) it’s been a few weeks since I’ve been to the dam and I miss it!
Years ago I celebrated Christmas and New Years in Years ago I celebrated Christmas and New Years in Vienna and it still lives in my memory today as such a special time. I know December in Reykjavik will be the same—and not just because I came home with a little over $100 worth of ornaments of all 13 Yule Lads AND their mom AND the Christmas cat. (There was a little bit of miscommunication between my mom and me on that shopping trip. šŸ˜‚)

It might have been cold (and when that wind hits you don’t want to be outside or by the harbour…I speak from windswept, breath-stolen experience and will forever be grateful for the library we eventually found respite in) and we only saw the sun a few hours each day, but seeing this already charming city decked out in Christmas lights with a skating rink and the prettiest tree secured it’s place in my heart.

Reykjavik, I hope to see you again one day. Soon. Probably not in December, but I’m glad I got to see you in December once.
Last year my niece and I visited New York at Chris Last year my niece and I visited New York at Christmastime and it was fun to see the city decked out in lights. I can also now say that I’ve seen the Rockefeller Christmas Tree and skating rink and the Saks Christmas lights, but I’ve also seen the crowds they draw.

It was completely different in Reykjavik this year. You actually had a chance to skate on the ice rink if you wanted (and I never did the conversation, but I think it’s cheaper) and you could actually walk up to the Christmas tree. Two very different Christmas in the city experiences.
Iceland, Day 2, Part 2. We ended the Golden Circle Iceland, Day 2, Part 2. We ended the Golden Circle tour with a stop at Thingvellir National Park. My fingers froze as I took these photos but it was worth it to capture this view. šŸ˜ PS - the last photo is from a lake we stopped at on our way from Geysir to Thingvellir.
Iceland, Day 2, Part 1. We went on a rather unvent Iceland, Day 2, Part 1. We went on a rather unventful Northern Lights tour the night before and slipped in a few hours of sleep before meeting our bus for the Golden Circle tour. Our tour guide was @busdriver_annie and she was amazing! Pictured: Faxi (the small waterfall) Gullfoss (the big waterfall), a wool market where we also saw some animals, and Geysir (the hot springs area). Geysir is actually the most famous geyser in the world but it doesn’t erupt anymore. However, Strokkur erupts every 5 - 10 minutes. I’ll share more photos from the tour soon!
Iceland, Day 1. We landed bright and early at 6:30 Iceland, Day 1. We landed bright and early at 6:30 am, dropped off our bags at the hotel, and went exploring. We saw HallgrĆ­mskirkja, the amazing view from the bell tower, the rainbow street, and walked down Laugavegur. Swipe to the end to see the view from our apartment!
Scenes from November, which were mostly at the dam Scenes from November, which were mostly at the dam apparently.
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