Lately, I've been a grill master...

We are so lucky and received so many awesome wedding gifts! (still working on the thank you cards guys, coming to a mailbox near you soon!) One of our favorite I have to say, is our new Weber grill that my parents gave us. Boy oh boy! For those who know me, know that I am not really the domestic diva and the kitchen is really not where I shine. But let me tell you, once I start cooking outdoors on the grill, I am a whole new woman! David is totally surprised by this new woman he has married ;)

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All of this outdoor cooking, has got me thinking of outdoor entertaining and fun in the sun...

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So here are two story boards do get your outdoor entertaining ideas going...

Maybe you prefer a more classic look for your outdoor area:

^^Classic colors, simple metal furniture. You can't go wrong with this look. 

Or maybe you prefer to be a little more modern and give your guests some wow!

Bright colors, mixed textures and geometric patterns make this space ready for fun. Pass the Mojitos! 

Happy grilling!

xo}L

Take A Dip

This weekend the fiance and I are having some guests in from Florida, usually people seek northern states for cooler weather, unfortunately, that is not the case this weekend here in Chicago. This heat wave is taking it's toll on many people, but we won't let it get the best of us! As we are walking around the city with our guests, maybe we should just have visions of these stunning pools, if I can't find a pool I might just take a dip into Lake Michigan...

I am usually not a fan of black bottom pools, they just don't seem as refreshing as others to me, but I do love this one and and the contrast it creates with the beautiful white house:

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This seems like a hidden oasis...

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I love this inviting and casual pool house...

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This is my ultimate favorite! Oh I just want to escape right into the picture...

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Wouldn't you love to take a vaca here?

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Or perhaps some Moroccan flair fancies your swimming taste...

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Or maybe your prefer to relax poolside in Ralph Lauren style, take a look at his personal pool...

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