I Scream, You Scream...

We have been itching for some ice cream recently. I had a brilliant idea of walking to get ice cream. I figured we both want to start working out again and this would also be some quality time together.

Well...  Two miles and one sweaty hour later we arrived to Shirley's at the local plaza to try some of their delicious frozen custard! Their shoppe was fun with vintage chairs and fun decor on the walls. 

The frozen custard hit the spot! It cooled us off just long enough before we started the two mile, one hour hike again.  

Knock Off Bracelet

My first DIY post!

I have seen numerous knock-off posts of various kinds. Finally I decided to do one. Good thing, I found I am a good knock-off-er. Bad thing, I am new to photographing my DIY projects, so I do not have any step-by-step photos to post for this one. First time for everything, right? 

I did find step-by-step instructions and a kit to make your own here. She has great photos, lots of easy directions and her kits have lots of fun colors! I am partial to the bright blue - I love that color!

I happened to have all the supplies at home, lucky me!

Here are a couple photos of my finished product.  

I'm really happy with the way they turned out. I love the bling and how the hemp still makes it beachy and island friendly. Definitely something I can wear for fun and for work!

Have you made any fun bracelets lately?

Sunday Funday

Happy Father's Day to all those amazing dads out there!

Since I did not get the opportunity to spend this day with the important men in my life, I opted to go catch some rays!

I visited Smather's Beach for the first time. It was nice and quiet and surprisingly empty! I guess dad's don't care for the beach on their special day...

After I was all beached out - I headed over to hang out at a pool in town. Sipped on a frozen margarita, caught up on some Kindle reading, and enjoyed beautiful bright colors of spring.

It was a nice, relaxing day. Except now I am sunburned... Oops... I didn't reapply enough!

How did you enjoy your Sunday, with or without dad?

A fresh start...

So, why the name change to key lime anchor?

Living in the beautiful Florida Keys, I have gained a new affinity for those lovely little citrus gems. The juice tastes great in my cooking and my ice water. They also make for a delicious pie or martini.

I like to think that an anchor has taken a new symbolism in my life. Living here, my husband and I have more opportunities to go out on the water and enjoy time together. I also feel the Florida Keys in my new anchor - my home. We are planning on being here for a while and I am looking forward to every minute. 

I hope this blog becomes a journal of life, inspiration, creativity, and love. 

Let's do this!