{you} can find me here too

Thank you all so much for your kind words about my grandmas passing.  The last week and a half has been tough, and your kind wishes are a blessing.  Above is a photo I took (with my phone) of my sister and her husband kayaking a week ago Monday.  We had just found out that our grandma passed away that morning.  To help us find a little peace some of my family and I escaped to spend the afternoon at Lake Crescent.  I'll post more pics from this lovely place soon.

However, this week I thought I'd start by sharing the different ways you can see what I'm up to and keep in touch.  I've received a few questions about finding me through other social media and hope this will help.....

• Instagram - this wonderful smartphone app is now available for both i-phone and android!  My username is carrieelias, and I post photos mostly of my adventures on the weekends, but also here and there throughout the week.  Eventually most of these photos end up on my blog, but you can see them right away on Instagram.  (The pic above is also an instagram.)

 

• Twitter - my username is carrieelias, and I mostly tweet when I have blog posts to share, but also link a lot of my Instagram photos and occasional randomness when something exciting happens.

 

• Email - my email is carrieelias@yahoo.com, and I love to hear from my blog friends.

 

• Bloglovin - this is my favorite way to keep track of all my favorite blogs.  It's easy and fun.  Anyone can sign up for an account, and if you want to add my blog to your feed just search for "Blume and Grow" and click follow.

 

• Flickr -  my username is carrie elias, and this is one of the easiest ways to view a past photo from my blog, as well as look at my design and photography portfolio.

Right now I'm not on Pintrest or Facebook, but will let you know when that changes.  If you have any other questions, feel free to ask with a comment.  <3 Carrie

{watching} the thunderstorm

I just wanted to pop in with a quick update since it's been two weeks since my last post. My grandma passed away from cancer in her sleep Sunday night, and everyone's sad and busy preparing for her memorial. I am in the process of making a book with all these great photos of her from the 50's and such. It has been very therapeutic.

The photos above are from this morning. Today I woke up to loud thunder, crazy warm weather, and hug raindrops on and off. Our puppy Ponyo likes to look outside the window while he listens to the loud booms (even though the back door is open for him to go outside if he wants). It's very cute. I plan on being back to my regular blogging schedule either Monday or Tuesday of next week, and I have lots to share. Sending love to you this weekend.  <3 Carrie

{guest post} with my creative brightside

Hey friends it's me, Stephanie from My Creative Brightside!! So happy to be over here at Blume and Grow doing a fun guest post on a nice ice cold summer treat. Ice cube creations seem to be all the rage now a days and I thought it would be fun to make up some of my own. These are great to add to any drink, not just the ones I have made.

 

Plain and Simple Directions:

• Brew your desired tea as directed.
• Freeze ingredients such as chamomile flowers, mint leaves and pure lime juice into ice cube trays.
• Drop them in and let the party begin.

 

A big thanks to Stephanie for this guest post! These refreshing treats look amazing!!! I officially now inspired to make some of my own :D

And if you are interested is seeing a DIY on how I created my Summer Wishes Mini cover, hop on over to her blog today. Happy Tuesday!  <3 Carrie

{weekend adventure} pike place market

I recently was able to spend a lovely afternoon explorng Pike Place Market with Ryan, my mom and sister, Amber. We walked through the market, gazing at all the beautiful bouquets, stopping to sample fruit and watch fish be thrown across the room. I picked up some cimmanon apple chips, spices, and a big bouquet to brighten up our home. All the old brick buildings surrounding the market had so much charm, we strolled around, walking down Post Alley, tasting freshly made cheese and ended up taking a break at Seattle's Best Coffee for a refreshing espresso! I especially loved our stops to listen to musicains as they sang, played the banjo and made pretty music fill the air. The energy was electic.  <3 Carrie