Good afternoon and Happy Tuesday!

I hope you all had a wonderful Memorial Day weekend and you paused to say thanks to a service member or took a minute to remember those who serve now and in the past.

I have a very special treat for you!  I am so so excited to introduce you to Gretchen and John and their wickedly awesome taste in all things Italian.

After tons of brainstorming emails and Pinterest boards traded between myself and Gretchen, we finally decided to capitialize on: A.) the way they love wine.  B.) Gretchen’s background in Italian cooking and C.) And the fact John is Italian :-)

We had the most lovely picnic at a winery, followed by fun in the sun and bocce ball.  Then we grabbed some local grub and talked about all things we loved about summertime… how it makes you want to be outside for all the right reasons.

Gretchen and John, I had SUCH a blast with you.  You two are my style.  Thank you for being you!  I cannot wait for your October wedding. :-)

So much love and joy to you,
René

P.S. Special kudos goes to my friend and wine aficionado, Jason, giving up one of his weekend afternoons to learn about photography and teach me a thing or two about color variations of wine. :-)

Oh Gretchen, you are so beautiful!

Gotta come clean… this one is Jason’s.  I am so jealous it’s not mine. :-)

Love!

Gretchen took my suggestion on a Derby hat and I am forever grateful!

Oh the light.  The light, the light, the light…