Rose of Sharon

Loving being back at home in Jamestown. I just returned from a morning bike ride and swim in the ocean. I've noticed how our neighborhood boasts of these beautiful bushes of Rose of Sharon. They resemble a hibiscus flower and come in a variety of shades. Above, is a shrub in our yard I was admiring while eating breakfast. My Mother brought this shrub back to life when we moved into our new home. And now, I am off to rinse the sand off my feet before my Mother squawks at me again...xx

Perspective in Florence

My cousin sent me a few photographs yesterday amidst his late summer trip to Florence. They were of beautiful ornate doors around the city in addition to this view. They reached me during a rather frantic moment at work and they truly made my day. It's all about the little things. Thanks, Greg and can't wait to see you! xx  

Sotheby's Hits the Road

Sotheby's posted this photograph of the 1956 Ferrari on Instagram that had my heart thumping. The car, is one of many that was presented at the annual classic car auction event in the coastal towns of Monterey and Pebble Beach this past weekend. This year, a 1961 Ferrari California Spider (not to be confused with the photograph above), made news as it was estimated at as much of $18 million. It is only 37 of its kind. The collection, totally over 390 cars included a car that was built for Pope John Paul II ( a 2005 Ferrari Enzo selling for $6.1 million). The auction wrapped up on Saturday, however you can view all lots from the auction, here.

The Last Mile

The next few days are a serious push as I work to get finals off loaded and the intensity of work at a decent simmer. All that keeps me going is the thought of swimming in the ocean and spending time with friends and family doing all of those easy breezy summer activities.