lazy days

I think I am going through vacation-withdrawal.

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I am having the hardest time getting back into the swing of things. From our visit home followed by our fabulous trip to Italy, its not been easy getting back into the daily routine over here. Ugh! Blogging, healthy meal planning and exercise regularly have seriously gone out the window this week.

I swear I'll get myself back into gear this weekend.

By that I mean, you can find me lying in this lovely little hammock wearing this fabulous hat. :)
Coming back next week refreshed and ready to get my life in order!

Do you ever feel this way after vacation... or it is just me??

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Instagram recap from Italy

We are officially back from a truly amazing trip to Italy. One of the best trips and places I have ever been.

Our trek through Italy started in Rome. After a few days we took the train up to Florence. What a gorgeous city! While we were there, we took a day trip through Tuscany- stopping in Siena, San Gimignano and Pisa. Then we headed to the west coast and spent a couple days in Cinque Terre. Amazing. Lastly, we took the train to Milan and spent our last couple days roaming the city and doing a bit of shopping.

Here is an Instagrapm recap from the bird & I

This trip was such a great mix of city and beach, site seeing and relaxing.

If you are planning a trip to Italy and headed to any of these places, don't hesitate to reach out. I'd be happy to share more and give you any suggestions you need. :)

San GimignanoS

San Gimignano

San Gimignano

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Pretty white kitchens

I have been absolutely lusting over the kitchens I have seen on Pinterest lately.

Maybe its the ultra small and minimalist kitchen we have here in Dublin or love of all things white + gray, but these are so pretty and clean... I'm going need something like this. One day. Soon.

love the touch of mint subway tiles

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matte gray cabinets + pendant lighting

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white subway tile + stainless steel countertops

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And I would love to put up these cute kitchen gadget pics:

framed kitchen pictures

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A girl can dream... right?

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Beach time attire

Happy Friday and greetings from Italy!

We are just finishing up our journey here in Rome and will be headed out to Florence and Tuscany the next couple days.

Its uh-amazing being here! Swoon!

I am linking up with Long Distance Loving today for an oh-so-appropriate summer fashion/outfit inspiration post!

dress // sunglasses // bikini // water bottle // lip balm // sunscreen

Enjoy your weekend!

Feel free to follow along on my adventures via Instagram!

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Switching over to Bloglovin

I know I am wayyyy behind on this one. Forgive me.

But since Google Reader is coming to an end (July 1st), I've switched over to Bloglovin.

If you want to learn how to switch over too, click here for a great tutorial. It only took a few minutes.

Oh... and click here to follow me :)

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Off to Italy!

And we're off!

Let me know if you have any recommendations for good eats or must sees in

Rome, Tuscany, Florence, Cinque Terre or Milan!

I'll be sure to check in with some updates!

You can also follow along on Instagram: @birdietobe

Xo

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Summer fashion inspiration

There is so much summer inspiration flowing on Pinterest these days! And with the sunny Dublin weather we've been having and our upcoming trip, I am definitely in the spirit!

Bring on the bright colors and summer whites!

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Gold accessories + pop of pink // Striped maxi, headband scarf + neon tote

White on white lace // Summer neons + accessories

Linking up with Long Distance Loving today... head over for some more fashion inspiration!

Complete side note (and completely off my Italy diet plan), has anyone tried these yet???
These sounds ridiculously tasty!

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