weekly recap via the usual...

delicious green smoothie on st. patricks day!

ordered wedding shoes that are gorgeous, but NOT comfortable! sadly have to return them and back to square one.

rainy days in sf

homemade meatballs with lots of red pepper + red onions + organic grass fed beef

it's here!

& I love it!

small treats to breaking a sweat!

(ranunculus + afternoon light at my desk)

"One of the secrets of a happy life is continuous small treats." —Iris Murdoch

Stumbled upon this quote last week and I couldn't agree more.  As wedding planning becomes more stressful by the minute, I've come to realize that small treats here and there seem to make the days more manageable.  Speaking of treats, we did a little cake tasting this past weekend at Susie Cakes in the Marina: 

We actually came to agreement in record time.  I love when we can check things off the list quickly!  Hoping someone tucks a slice in a to go bag for me on the big day.  Or two.

Our wedding invites came in the mail last week.  We should have them out soon!  Waiting on our postage to come in the mail.  Long story.

We've been trying to stay active which definitely helps with wedding stress.  Above is a pic from a run/blade we did last week.  Also, yoga used to be a big part of my life.  I would go up to 5 days a week years ago, but I lost any passion for it.  A class back in Park City got me excited again, so I'm trying to make it in to the studio more.  Irrelevant to yoga (other than the photograph was before a class), but OPI Cajun Shrimp is one of my favs: 

Speaking of working out, a few other ways I enjoy breaking a sweat in case you'd like to switch things up: 


1. Bodyrok (combo of spin & pilates- I've been once but want to go back)


2. 10 minute trainer videos- If all you have is 10 minutes to get your groove on, this is a great pick


3. Butt Bible- I can't help but think of Cher & Tai when they are discussing not doing the video "sporadically"- anyone remember this? Anyway, mute the instructor, it's a quick work out if you need one


4. DC Cheerleaders Power Squad- If you danced, cheered, etc. growing up, then you'll like this video...feels just like you're at practice again

When things get busy, healthy eating tends to become harder and harder to do. Above is an easy meal that I love to make:

Salad: Organic Black Beans, Avocado, Red onion, Tomatoes and a bit of Himalayan pink salt. Mix together & let sit a few minutes. Can also add: cayenne pepper, cumin & garlic.

Sweet Potatoes: Little olive oil, Himalayan pink salt and pepper and throw them in a frying pan

Hope to be back soon with something more substantial than a cheerleading work out video and a picture of my toes.

Have a great evening!

*all photos iphone

mint + peonies.

I've seen this photograph floating around and I'm still in love with the large vase of peonies and the gorgeous mint lamp (let's not forget that beautiful nail head trim bed).  It's starting to look like the color mint is all the rage these days?  One of my favorite bloggers sold me on this mint clutch this week. The price was in my budget and I can't wait to get it in the mail! 

Are you loving Mint this season?

deliciously organized 2011 recap!

Hope you all had a fabulous Holiday weekend!  Since we are quickly approaching 2012, I thought I might put together a little recap of 2011 here on Deliciously Organized...

In January, we moved back from Boston to San Francisco into our new home and was part of The Nest:

and organized lipstick: 

In February the floral bench got a makeover for the new apartment with a vintage fabric found in the remnant section of Britex. 

quick shot of Britex-need to go back ASAP for wedding goodies. 

and we made a trip to the beach...

the bedroom started to come together, but still needs a lot of work....

In March, I attended a bridal tour in wine country...

made cupcakes and added very easy to make round labels...

and then made a big batch of rainbow juice...

In April, I made gluten free, sugar free, & vegan mini banana muffins that were surprisingly delicious! 

made an earth day green smoothie...

& some more green juice...

and lastly, a spring salad:

In May, I saved a stained cream blouse with dye:

AND, we booked the garden we are getting married in!  very exciting for us!

In June, I had a wonderful trip to the farmers market...

framed and hung the gifted Boston poster: 

right before taking off to Lanai for vacay...

&  received some beautiful birthday peonies...

In July, was excited to use new stationery...

and tried making my first floral frog:

made one of my favorite scrubs to date:

and another...

lastly, organized the tiny linen closet:

In August, we made lavender & lemon cookies:

& my little sister came to visit and we made a trip up to Stinson Beach:

In September, we had pretty flowers in the house:

took a trip up to Tahoe...

took a walk in our city during one very hot day:

In October, I made cinnamon oil:

and then used it to make lip scrub: note on the lip scrub-add less sugar and more oil than listed in recipe:

decorated the pumpkin:

and made a favorite go-to meal:

In November, I tried to slow down and incorporate greens back into my diet:

green smoothie: 

made an afternoon snack:

another smoothie: 

went to Napa:

In December, glitter covered the apartment while making DIY ornaments: 

made mini gingerbread doughnuts: 

the tree went up:

and lastly, we celebrated 6 years last week! {picture from last year}

Thank you all for being here with me in 2011! I am very blessed to have such amazing readers! I said this last year, and I'll say it again, it would not be the same without you all!

Can't wait to see what 2012 brings!

Happy New Year!!!

*2010 recap