LOCAL // THE RUBY

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So there used to be this hole in the wall restaurant that was located beside this hole in the wall motel. I went there once for a breakfast club I used to belong to. They had a pretty decent eggs benny but the place was a bit skeeetttcccchhhy. Fast forward to now and the hotel and restaurant have been completely redone. A few weeks ago some friends and I got together at it to celebrate Thea's birthday!

The restaurant is now called The Ruby. The inside is super cute. Nice and light with big windows. Their vibes are pretty rad too.

How cute are my friends!!

I ordered the breakfast tacos and to be honest, the food wasn't anything to write home about. Yummy but not incredible and I hate to be a complainer but we had pretty horrible service....but I'll probably go back one more time just to see if it was an off day!

How cute is that vw van? It's actually what the hotel uses to shuttle their guests around!

The stunning birthday girl.

And how good is that colour block wall on the backside of the restaurant?!!

So my verdict on The Ruby is undecided. It's cute and seems to have a good menu but lacked in taste and service...but who knows what next time will have in store!

If you're local, have you been to The Ruby? And if so, what do you think!!??

Happy Thursday!

xo,

s.s.♥︎.

OH HEEEEY

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Oh heya. I'm still alive incase you're wondering. It's been a bit cray cray round here the past week....MY MAN CAME HOME! and then two days later MY BFF GOT MARRIED!! So I have been one busy bee...and I'm also in the midst of writing papers for a course I totally have neglected (why oh why do I always do this!!??)

But I'm back...can't commit to 5 posts a week but let's say 3 (I'll try, I really will). I have soooo many things to show you ...including all the #clungtothejung magic (!!!!) but for now you can stalk my instagram // snapchat (@lauraliira) // twitter // facebook // pinterest

and in the meantime, how good are these drawings by Bouffants & Broken Hearts ???

Cuuuuuute. Hope you all had a great long weekend!! Mine was filled with wedding goodness and homework catch up :( It's tough staying in on a sunny day but I know the hard work will be worth it! And hey...summer is SO SOON so I'll get a ton more beach opportunities! yipppppeeee.

xo,

s.s.♥︎.

OUR HOME // OFFICE/STUDIO (BEFORE)

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Happy Friday everyone! Today I have yet another room for you..the office/stuido !! So far you've seen the suite (before & after!), kitchen, living room, master bedroom,  dining room & bathroom. Now it's time to actually start working on the rooms, ha. Our office/studio is the least organized...it's the room I throw all the things that I don't know what to do with, ha. BUT our desks are set up and there will be more improvements soon! But after all the other rooms....

Here's what our studio space looked like when we moved in...sans all the junk...and that scary baby carriage....

Ah, I can't believe how dark the floors were! So thankful that James decided to refinish them before we moved in. We picked this room for the office because it gets great afternoon light. We set up James' desk under the window and mine against the wall on the left but that's all we've done. So much to do but I think this may be one of the last rooms to get done...for now I'll just keep peeping pinterest.

Here's what I'm digging....

1 // 2 // 3 // 4

How good are those spaces? Now I could get some work done in there!!!

Hope you have a fabulous weekend! We're having a shower for Rachel, can't believe the wedding is NEXT WEEK!!!

xo,

s.s.♥︎.

GIFTS FOR MOM

Mother's day is just around the corner...Sunday to be exact! Let's take some time to show some love to our mommas. Take her out for lunch or pick her up some peonies or use this gift guide for some inspiration...

1. Rifle Paper Card
2. Prada Candy Florale Perfume (smells aaaamazing!)
3. Kate Spade Necklace
4. Daring Greatly (incredible book!!!)
5. Madewell Tote

Happy Wednesday!

xo,

s.s.♥︎.

PRETTY MAIL // APRIL BIRCHBOX (CANADA) REVIEW

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Another month has flown by which means another review of pretty mail! Last month's box was designed by one of my FAVE artists- Anna Rifle Bond of Rifle Paper. She makes incredible note books, phone cases, and prints. Seriously how gorgeous is the box! And guess what? Emily Schuman of Cupcakes & Cashmere has designed May's box and it looks STUNNING. Can't wait!! If you want to subscribe to Birchbox Canada click here!

How stinking stunning is the box hey!!

1. WHISH SHAVE CREAM

Summer is coming and you know what that means....time to shave the legs....eeeee. Well I'm so glad I got this in my box because I absolutely love it. I received the body butter in February's box and used it all up. The pomegranate smell is AMAZING and the cream is super moisturizing.
So would I buy it? YOU BETCHA! CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THIS PRODUCT. 

 

2. NOT SOAP, RADIO BODY WASH

I'm always excited to try new shower gel. This one boasted a yummy smell and energy inducing ingredients. I tried this one and have to be honest- it was a weiiiird smell. The other kinds look way better. I liked the formula but did not like the smell.
So would I buy it? Not this kind...but potentially a better smelling one.
CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THIS PRODUCT.

 

3. MEREADESSO ALL IN ONE MOISTURIZER

I was excited to try this moisturizer as I'm almost out of my current one and I gotta say, I loooove it! I like the smell and texture and the way it makes my skin feel.
So would I buy it? Yes.
CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THIS PRODUCT.

4. JELLY PONG PONG GLOW GETTER HIGHLIGHTER

I don't often wear highlighter so this sample is going to last me a long time! I like the texture and consistency of it and it gives me a nice glow.
So would I buy it? Probably not because I won't run out of it!
CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THIS PRODUCT.

5. BENEFIT ROLLER LASH MASCARA

Now if I was stranded on a desert island and could only take one piece of makeup with me, I would definitely take mascara. I wear it every single day so I'm always excited to try new mascaras and YOU GUYS, this one is awesome! Just yesterday I received a compliment on my lashes. It's a curling formula and it really does the trick.
So would I buy it? YEP!
CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THIS PRODUCT.

So there you have April's Birchbox. If you want to sign up and pay $15 for a month of amazing goodies sent to your mailbox..click here!

Hope you have a great Monday!

xo,

s.s.♥︎.