meeting halfway

Christy and I lived together in a house--that we referred to as Montage Cottage--during my fourth year of college. The doors to both our rooms opened out into the kitchen, where we often gathered to catch up, sit comfortably in silence (to study), and chitter chatter about our wildest hopes and dreams. 

We have a bit more space separating us now--Christy resides in Philly--but we thought it'd still be fun to meet halfway, so we marked our calendars with a Baltimore trip. Neither of us anticipated how timely and necessary the retreat would be. The day was spent brunching at Woodberry Kitchen and camping out at Artifact Coffee, where we caught up, sat comfortably in silence (to journal), and chitter chattered about our wildest hopes and dreams. 

I am grateful for lasting friendships. You know, the kind in which you pick up right where you left off like no time has passed regardless of how long it's been since you last saw one another. And the kind in which each individual realizes how maintaining relationships requires a lot of intention and effort, but decides that it's really worth it.  

district flea

I was born and raised in the area and have learned that DC doesn't disappoint those with a spirit of wonder and adventure. It's so easy to find something new to do and interesting to explore. I just can't help but fall deeper and deeper in love with this place with more time.

Saturdays seem like they were made to be spent at the market, so that's how a dear friend and I passed our morning at District Flea, a collaboration between local vendors and the folks behind Brooklyn Flea. We meandered around--camera in hand--and appreciated the details of the antiques, chatted with a bunch of vendors, and paused on multiple occasions to share small bites* at communal picnic tables.

*Please do me (and yourself) a favor: check out Ravioli Revolution.  I thank them on behalf of the District for relocating from New York because their ravioli? They're like pieces of heaven bursting in your mouth. And the team is so down-to-earth and friendly to boot!

hello friends!

Earlier this year, I decided that it was time to take Mustard Tights branding a bit more seriously. So, over the past few months, I sketched logo designs on a notepad, brought my favorite one to life, ordered a custom stamp, and finally finished putting together my new website. 

Thanks so much for visiting and for taking a peek around! I look forward to sharing life and images with you.