An eternal optimist's collection of print, photography, fashion, food, parties, and all things awesome. http://www.sunnysideofgray.com Live, Work, Play http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/284/a_beautiful_mess_app Currently obsessed with the A Beautiful Mess app that just launched! I knew it was going to be good because Elsie and Emma are the cutest bloggers ever - but boy did they exceed my expectations. Tue, 14 May 2013 23:09:00 -0700 Inspiration http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/283/be_thankful I find that this is true every single day. No matter how stressful your work day was, or how long that school project took, or that a car may have cut you off on the road today (and you managed NOT to channel your inner road rage) - there's always something to be thankful for. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 00:01:00 -0700 People http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/282/happily_everafter Now on the search for the most awesome kids clothes (since there's a little one on the way) - Ever/After Clothing has popped up on my radar! I've gotten to know more about this family over the last year, and now that I'm ready to purchase some munchkin goodies - I couldn't be happier to support such a great company. Tue, 09 Apr 2013 22:27:00 -0700 Live, Work, Play http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/281/a_sunny_announcement So I've been on a Sunny Side of Gray hiatus for a couple of reasons... Sun, 07 Apr 2013 00:01:00 -0700 Print Work http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/280/kathryn_and_andy_wedding Kathryn and Andy's Wedding - a beautiful Winter DC event! Sun, 17 Feb 2013 10:09:00 -0800 Stylephile http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/278/pom_pom All season, I've been obsessed with my red pom pom beanie so I thought I'd share some of my current faves. Mon, 07 Jan 2013 00:01:00 -0800 Inspiration http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/277/26_acts_of_kindness Join me - Sunny Side of Gray - in the 26 Acts of Kindness campaign! Sat, 22 Dec 2012 13:53:00 -0800 Inspiration http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/276/optimistic_thanks It's not often you get to say THANKS to those who really matter - so to all of you readers old and new - THANK YOU! Tue, 18 Dec 2012 00:01:00 -0800 Stylephile http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/275/bag_lady In light of my current obsession, here are my faves... Mon, 17 Dec 2012 00:01:00 -0800 Video http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/271/nakamarra Always on the hunt for cute and happy music - my ultimate resource/bro-in-law Mark (of Analogues Studies) continues to be my lifesaver. Fri, 14 Dec 2012 00:01:00 -0800 Inspiration http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/270/you39ll_get_there "Get over the hump" doesn't just apply to the crazy Wednesday work week... Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:01:00 -0800 Stylephile http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/273/offduty This look could quite possibly be entitled "Sunny Side of Gray's Uniform" Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:01:00 -0800 Crafty Work http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/274/christmas_is_coming I've completely overlooked my favorite part of Christmas - gift wrapping!!! So I've turned to my trustee Anthro to give me some inspiration and lookee what I found! Mon, 10 Dec 2012 00:01:00 -0800 Inspiration http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/272/adventure Easier said than done I know, but whether it's a worldly adventure or just going outside for a walk around the block with a good friend - adventure out! Thu, 06 Dec 2012 21:25:00 -0800 Stylephile http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/269/voting_day_outfit So today's the big day! Voting day - if you haven't done so already, make sure to get your vote on. In honor of today, I thought I'd take some Americana inspiration and dress the part. Tue, 06 Nov 2012 14:53:00 -0800 Print Work http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/267/hello_cards Here are some simple 'Hello' cards that I whipped up to be used as gift tags or quick correspondence cards :) I'm taking orders for custom ones with your own personal or business name! Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:01:00 -0700 Video http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/266/breezin Just some cute and happy music from Mr. George Benson. Tue, 30 Oct 2012 00:01:00 -0700 Crafty Work http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/268/knit_and_paint_pumpkins Halloween is almost here - and THUS starts the official holiday season! I was a bit lazy this year to carve my pumpkins and with all the amazing new ways to decorate pumpkins this year (inspired by tons of Pinterest pins), I thought I would try something new. Mon, 29 Oct 2012 00:01:00 -0700 Inspiration http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/260/make_a_difference_day My goal with this blog has always been to share my views on optimism and the lifestyle that surrounds it - and how fun is it that there's a national holiday to recognize GOOD. Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:01:00 -0700 Stylephile http://www.sunnysideofgray.com/article/258/transition_fall_outfits Fall is by far my favorite fashion season and with the weather in SoCal finally cooling down - I've transitioned into ankle booties and more layers. Thu, 25 Oct 2012 00:01:00 -0700