Real Love by DELOREAN

Real Love by DELOREAN

Goldmine by The Union Line

Goldmine by The Union Line

Pearls by The Union Line

Pearls by The Union Line

Some tunes I'm diggin'

Crystal Castles - Celestica - Bear In Heaven Remix by Nialler9

Birds And Stuff by thenewlimb

Saint Motel - Dear Dictator (Sam Sparro Remix) by

Hotel Havana, little slice of heaven.

Hotel Havana, San Antonio, TX

Hotel Havana, San Antonio, TX

Hotel Havana, San Antonio, TX

Hotel Havana, San Antonio, TX

I took a quick trip down to San Antonio on Sunday night to stay at Liz Lambert's newest hotel, Hotel Havana. What a wonderful place! I felt like I was stepping into a foreign country and almost forgot that I was in San Antonio. Her attention to minute detail is what sets her hotels apart from others. Every room is different, and every room is very cool. This hotel has red jar candles lit all over the place, with minimal decorations, yet very warm details, and many pops of colors with a latin flair. Every room is cozy and fun. If you haven't seen her other 2 hotels in Austin, Hotel San Jose and the Hotel Saint Cecilia, then you MUST go. San Jose has a great outdoor bar area that is by their pool and is perfect for a summer evening. And well, Natalie Portman stayed at the Saint Cecilia. Enough said. And let's not forget about her project El Cosmico in Marfa, TX. According to their website El Cosmico is "part vintage trailer, yurt, and teepee hotel and campground, part creative lab, greenhouse and amphitheatre—a community space that fosters and agitates artistic and intellectual exchange." Can we see amazing!? Dying to go see! So go check out her funky little hotels. Such great creative spots— you won't be disappointed. Keep it up Liz, keep it up!

Hotel San Jose, Austin, TX

Hotel Saint Cecilia, Austin, TX

El Cosmico, Marfa TX

El Cosmico, Marfa TX

El Cosmico, Marfa TX

2 versions of one song-Pursuit of Happiness

Lissie will be at ACL! So give her a listen and come out in October to hear this killer voice while sippin' on your Sweet Leaf tea. Or Lonestar. Whatever you fancy.


Aren't we all in the pursuit for happiness? I love both of these versions, and hope you enjoy!

Love Delphic! Happy Friday!

USA all the way!

All this World Cup action has been so exciting and so much fun. Even for people who are not into soccer. I've found myself jumping up an down and screaming in front of the TV every time we scored, and even planning my days around the game times. Well just this week I was watching the USA vs Algeria game at my parents house and lo and behold my Dad found these old tickets:

Yep. That's right. My Dad and I went to the World Cup, Spain vs. Korea game, back in '94 when it was in Dallas. I was 11 years old, and a total soccer-obsessed tom-boy. I actually have really fond memories of being at the Cotton Bowl and taking my picture in front of the huge soccer ball out front. For some strange reason after seeing these tickets, I am even more excited now for the USA to win it all! So let's all pull together and root on our team, America's team! I also thought you would all enjoy this video and maybe it will help bring out the champion spirit in each of you. GO USA! 

Easy lil' decorating ideas

1. Agave, Cactus...Succulents if you will:  I just love these little guys. Easy to take care of, pretty to look at, and inexpensive. I purchased these little babies at Home Depot, and took that long planter from my parent's house. Someone's trash is another man's treasure! 

2. Album art is art: Just a little idea to fill a wall space. These too came from my parents house and are my Dad's old vinyls from way-back-when, "when the dinosaurs roamed the Earth," as we like to say to make my parents feel old! This was also very inexpensive (free!) and easy to do. If you don't have a hip old man to steal his records from, you can buy old and new vinyls from Waterloo Records in Austin, or several vintage and thrift stores, or track some down at a good ole' garage sale.

3. Fish Bowl wall art: This too is another pretty cheap, and fun way to fill a wall space. (Can you tell that I had several empty walls that needed help?) I first saw this at my boyfriend's sisters house. She had these same wall fishbowls mounted on a smaller sized wall. I instantly fell in love! This is a great way to become a pet owner too. You can find these bowls on Wrapables.com and are around $23 each (fish not included)!

Midcentury Tree House!

http://www.nytimes.com/slideshow/2010/06/17/garden/20100617-location-slideshow.html

My friend Leah just sent me this link to this house in Mill Valley, California! How AMAZING is this! I would love to live in treehouse—I mean, who wouldn't! What a fun place to wake up everyday, and I have no doubt that this couple never wakes up on the wrong side of the bed.

Lovin' this!

A little Hockey on a Monday Morning!

I have been obsessed with this band for quite sometime now, and have seen them live 3 times this year—they are that good! If you haven't heard them yet, you MUST check them out. Their entire album is great, and they put on such a fun live show. Enjoy!!!

Happy Friday!

Keep the high-five alive!

Every time I run Town Lake I always think about how totally awesome it would be to high-five everyone you pass. Or pat the people you run by on the back while telling them "great job," keep it up" or "you can do it!" Who cares if they are strangers. They are all out there fighting for the same thing. Whether it's to lose weight, get fit, train for a marathon or just exercise, we could all use a little pick-me-up or a motivating high-five while we are working out. Especially right now in this 100 degree heat! I think the energy out there would be infectious and would completely help push people when they are about ready to quit. So who's ready to keep the high-five alive with me?

Kentucky Pill by Johnny Flynn

Kentucky Pill by Johnny Flynn

Loving this song right now!

Um, great idea!!!

iPad + Velcro from Jesse Rosten on Vimeo.

I want a Goldendoodle. Not a golden goose.

I love Goldendoodles. I finally met one for the first time last fall and was in love! Goldendoodles are described to be intelligent, affable, trainable, very human oriented, yet friendly toward other dogs, and moderately high energy dogs. Sounds perfect! I know I cannot get a dog until I am out of an apartment and into a house with a yard, but I can still dream, right? They are like living Teddy Bears, and what is better than that? To my future Goldendoodle—I love you! 

Mumford and Sons make me happy.

Mumford and Sons @ La Zona Rosa in Austin, TX

I am in love with this band. I honestly cannot stop listening to them, and after their show last night at La Zona Rosa my love for them has quadrupled—if that was even possible. I really believe that their show changed my life! (A bit dramatic, but if you saw them last night then you will understand!) They are from West London, and are amazingly talented, and sound EXACTLY the same, if not better, as they do on their album—which by the way, the entire album is incredible! They will be playing at Bonnaroo this weekend, and Lollapalooza in August. 

Wednesday Evening Tune

Olive You.

I went to a lovely little place called Vino Vino on Guadalupe last night and my friend was raving on and on about their olives. She ordered them, I tried one, and was HOOKED. No joke. They are fresh olives, not pickled, and are seriously the most delicious thing. The are bright green, not super salty and "meaty"—her words! They have a great wine selection that changes all the time, and it's a very cozy, neat place. I seriously want to go back and get some of these olives to-go. Go try them. They will have you telling them Olive You too!

Tuesday Tune

In honor of their show last night at Emo's I bring you Neon Indian- Deadbeat Summer and Sleep Paralysist. If you haven't checked them out yet, you MUST. Very fun, and energetic. They are originally from Denton, Texas and will be playing at Pitchfork Music Festival in Chicago on July 18th among other shows beforehand. Give them a listen, because really—who doesn't love neon, and indians?!

Welcome to the world Brynn Elizabeth Lagasse!

My dear friend Sondra Lagasse went into labor this morning at 8:15 am and has a beautiful healthy little girl named Brynn Elizabeth Lagasse, 7lbs 3oz and 19".  Mommy is healthy too! Welcome to this world little one, I can't wait to meet you! Congratulations Sondra and Chris! XOXO

Must.have.this.fuchsia.blazer.

Purchase here! 

Ah! I just LOVE this fuchsia blazer. Well, any fuchsia blazer really! But I keep seeing this one again and again and now it's all I can think about. Must be a sign right? Vanessa Bruno makes this one but I also just love the boyfriend-blazer look of that second picture. This blazer would be a perfect way to brighten your wardrobe, and could easily transition into the fall.  What a fabulous statement piece! It's kind of like the updated neon for this season. Or I could just go raid my Mom's closet instead because I am pretty sure she had this exact same jacket back in '83.

Happy 58th Wedding Anniversary! Yes—I said 58!

June 1, 1952

December 1973

June 2009

June 2009

This post is dedicated to my loving and adorable Grandparents. My Grandmommy and Grandaddy have been married for 58 years! Yes—that's right—58! Daniel Edward Wilkins and Mary C. Browning were married on June 1, 1952. My Grandmommy was 15 years old, although she was just 3 months short of her 16th birthday, and Grandaddy was 22 years old. I had to ask again when my mom told me it was their anniversary—you mean they have been married for 58 years?? Sounds absurd right?! Well its not. It's AMAZINGLY true. You do the math. I am so blessed to have such wonderful role models in my life and I can only hope that one day in 50-some-odd years I am sitting there with my grandkids telling them about the time I met their grandfather 58 years ago. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY GRANDMOMMY AND GRANDADDY! I love you! Love always, Lena cake

A little Passion Pit for Thirsty Thursday!

Quotes of the day!

“I've Learned That People Will Forget What You Said, People Will Forget What You Did, but People Will Never Forget How You Made Them Feel.” -Maya Angelou

"How people treat you is their Karma; how you react is yours." -Dr. Wayne Dyer

As a firm believer in Karma, I thought these both were such perfect things to remember. At the wedding I went to this past weekend, the groom gave a wonderful speech to his friends during the reception and in it he said that same quote about how people will never forget how you made them feel, and it reminded me again of how important that truly is.  So the next time you want to yell at someone for something, or stare at someone because they are different than you, or make fun of someone because they are different or don't fit into your box, just remember Karma is a b*tch! 

Like I said, a REAL genius!

Purchase here!

Just when you think he can't do anything smarter or cuter, he goes and does it! The new TOMS wedge has just been released and it's pretty darn adorable if you ask me! Looks super comfortable as well. Definitely adding this to my summer must-have list as well. Now what color do I get...yellow or black?  or both?! 

TOMS-filled wedding!

Zach + Jenny from Abby Metty on Vimeo.


I found this video on TOMS blog, and HAD to share it with all of you after my TOMS post. What a beautiful wedding, with a beautiful message. One for One! Rock on TOMS!

One for One. That TOM (Blake Mycoskie) is a real genius.

Look as these adorable new TOMS! The perfect summer slip-on! I love the play off of the classic bowling shoe and the old school Ked's. And who doesn't love a tennis shoe that just slips on? No laces!  Both of these colors are a must-have and a fantastic staple—no matter where you are. Don't forget "with every pair you purchase, TOMS will give a pair of new shoes to a child in need. One for One." Blake—you're my hero. 

South Carolina Trucker

Truck spotted in South Carolina

Saw this special little jewel during my road trip from Raleigh, NC to Pawley's Island, SC. Please note the rebel flag, and bass license plate. Hmmm?? Just not sure how to feel about that. But I do love the color of this truck! Had fun in SC but SO glad to be home and back in the ATX. Love me a hot summertime in Texas!

Lee was Dewyze choice!

After my 4 day weekend (and short hiatus from Laney See, Laney Do -my apologies!) I just wanted to take a second to go back and celebrate Lee Dewyze's win on American Idol! He won for being humble, appreciative, and himself throughout the entire competition—and not to mention having the BEST voice out of everyone. And we really just can't forget how adorable he is! I really liked Crystal in the beginning but I think she got cocky and thought she had it in the bag. So check out this video of one of my favorite performances that Lee did, and if this video doesn't give you chills I don't know what will. HALLELUJAH that LEE Won!