Music Mondays: The Lumineers

Finding new music is one of the greatest things in life. There's something about finding a new song that has that sound or that lyric that just gets you. You know what I'm talking about right? Of course you do. Well, as of approximately midnight last night, I found a new band that has both of those things and I was so excited to share them with you! So, without further ado, here is "Ho Hey" by The Lumineers...

And a very happy Monday to you. 

xoxo

Aves

The Past Seven Days

This past week has been a wild one. Both good and bad. And I would like to share some bits and pieces from it with you guys....

1. I started my summer Physical Science class on Tuesday. It's twice a week for five hours.....that really started off my week on a bad note.
2. I went shopping at Forever 21 after work one day. Can you tell what my summer colors are going to be? :)
3. Ate some amazing artisan pizza at Groove Bakery and Pizza Shop.
4. That's Ethan's face that Groove drew on our box. :)
5. Went to First Friday in Shawnee, which is basically a gathering of local artists. Super fun.
6. Creeped on this adorable couple. (Don't worry. We're friends.)
7. Went to Sips Kafe, my favorite coffee shop, a lot and it was wonderful.
8. Spent some time with two of my roommates, Shannon and Taylor.
9. Went to two of my favorite people's wedding shower.
10. Me and my boy with one of my favorite couple's of all time.
11. And most importantly, I spent the whole weekend with Ethan after being apart for a month. It was truly amazing.

Other happenings this week that are not pictured:

1. Started a yoga class and I am extremely sore.
2. Got mistaken as a twin more times than I can count. And with two different girls! One is actually my younger sister, Adison, and the other is my co-worker, Rhiannon. Ha!
3. Ran into my bed and got a wicked bruise. Lots of people stared at me with concerned looks on their faces.
4. Found my new favorite nail polish: Essie's Meet Me At Sunset.
5. Got told by two different people that I look like I'm from the north. And one of those people told me that I look like I should be from Portland. :)

It was a pretty eventful week, but it ended so well. My life is pretty great. And I'm looking forward to another eventful week starting tomorrow!

xoxo

Aves

(I apologize for seeming like all I listen to is Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros. I promise I don't. I just love their new album!)

It's Quiet Around Here....

Hey guys! I'm so sorry that I haven't posted in almost a week! I was doing so well about keeping current with posts and what not. But this last week was....something. Just a lot. A lot of things have happened this past week, and in a way I'm glad that it's over. Especially because I'm now in Shawnee with my boy and some of my other favorite people and places. I'll be posting about my week soon, but for now, I'm going to enjoy the sweet bliss that is this weekend. I hope all is well with you guys and I hope you've missed The Aviary. :)

Happy happy weekend!

xoxo

Aves

Music Mondays: The Black Keys + Johnny Depp

I literally just watched this video five minutes ago and almost died. My favorite actor and one of my favorite bands TOGETHER! And it's so good. Johnny used to be in a band when he was a teenager, but it's so awesome to see that he can still play! I love it. Anyways, without further ado....The Black Keys and Johnny Depp playing "Gold On The Ceiling" at the MTV Movie Awards!

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Amazing, right?

xoxo

Aves

UO Wishlist

I love Urban Outfitters. And it's a very unhealthy love because we don't have one in Oklahoma, so I just drool over their website and end up buying nothing. It's a problem. But I still love it! So, I thought I'd share my current UO Wishlist with you guys!

This beautiful duvet which I will ACTUALLY be buying this summer for my new house. :)

I've wanted an Instax Mini Camera for a while, but they're just too darn expensive! Maybe someday. I really love this one.

This adorable fox pillow! I love foxes.

These white branch hooks.

I've been wanting a world map for a long time and I love this one with all of the different patterns.

I love this wander lust embroidery wall art.

I really love this rug.

This Shakespeare quote mug!

I'm in love with this hand painted lantern!

And most of all, this beautiful Crosley turntable. I'm hoping to get this for Christmas. (I know I know. That's a long time from now, but I can dream.)

That's my Urban Outfitters Wishlist! I don't have to have these things. They're just things that I like a lot. Maybe someday I can buy a few.

Happy beautiful Sunday!

xoxo

Aves

Thankful In May

I want to start making a post at the end of every month that lists what I'm thankful for that month. This is mostly for me, but maybe it will inspire you to think of what you're thankful for too. So here's what I'm thankful for in May....

• A job at a coffee shop that I love
• Rainy nights
• Art journal dates with myself
• Boredom
• My sister Adison's successful back surgery
• Nicknames
• Powerful and personal words from God
• Books that I WANT to read
• Fresh fruit
• A co-worker and friend that inspires me and my walk with Christ
• And espresso....lots of espresso

xoxo

Aves

Current Obsession: Arrows

I love all things arrows! There's just something about them. Today, I wanted to share some of my favorite arrow inspired things. 

This pair of golden arrows and these silver arrow post earrings.

These arrow chevron tribal necklaces. I love the two on the left!

This arrow screen printed cotton dish cloth.

These adorable colorful arrow thank you cards.

This tiny arrow tattoo. Love the placement too.

This antique brass arrow bracelet.

This necklace from Roots and Feathers that I have been drooling over for weeks.

And this Tolkein print. So pretty.

What's your current obsession?

xoxo

Aves

(Thought this was appropriate.)