Good morning, my darlings!

I want to thank all of you for your wonderful comments on my Show Me Something More post. I’m so grateful and humbled to be a part of the discussions that sprung from that post, not to mention all the Facebook comments, Tweets, and IG messages from all of you who feel the same way.

I’m in NYC again this week, hunting out more fabulous jewelry to share with you (as well as attending this year’s Women’s Jewelry Association Gala)! Once I’m home, I’m going to take a little break to attend to some important summer business like drinking margaritas on my deck and finally unpacking the last box from my recent move.

I hope you’re all staying cool during these steamy July days, and I’ll be back soon! Follow along on Instagram to see my adventures – don’t forget to watch my stories for real time updates.

xoxo,
Becky

What I’m reading:

Made for Love by Alissa Nutting. I’m enjoying Made for Love, but apparently it’s one of those rare books I need to digest in small doses. It’s on the heavy and dark side.

The Dressmakers Series by Loretta Chase. I was not joking the other week when I said I intended to read everything Loretta Chase has ever written. I’m making pretty good progress, too.

Internets:

Teen Girls Stage Incredible Quinceañera Protest at Texas Capitol Against Vile Anti-Immigrant Law. This is legitimately inspiring.

Do you know how to properly clean your antique jewelry? Here’s a reminder from the fabulous Gem Gossip.

Your car has just been crushed by hagfish: Frequently Asked Questions. This is weird and fascinating and also obviously super gross.

Mom “Dresses” Her Daughter In Food And Flowers Using Forced Perspective, Becomes Internet Star.

These pictures of abandoned helicopters are weirdly beautiful.

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Good morning, darlings!

I’ve run off for a mini summer vacay with my sister. I hope you’re making some time to have fun this summer, too! I’ll be back soon – and I’ll have something really fantastic for you.

xoxo,
Becky

What I’m reading:

A Duke in Shining Armor: Difficult Dukes by Loretta Chase. This book isn’t out yet, but I’m thoroughly enjoying my sneak peek at the digital galley!! As soon as I finish with this book, I’m going to need to read everything else Loretta Chase has ever written.

Internets:

A Look Inside Europe’s Most Enchanting Libraries by Photographer Thibaud Poirier.

Did you know there are metal detector-wielding experts that specialize in finding lost jewelry? One business has retrieved over 3,500 lost treasures.

This Amazing Toy Block Tape Turns Anything Into A LEGO-Friendly Surface.

Just because we LOVE them: A collection of Art Nouveau doors from around the world.

Augusten Burroughs’s Love Affair With Jewelry.

You know you want to see VCA’s beautiful automaton.

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Happy Friday, my darlings!!

If you follow me on social media, you know that I spent much of my week trying to get the broken air conditioning system in my house fixed. It’s been 90 degrees here, and that’s not so much fun when your bedroom is on the third floor. Thankfully, air conditioning repair company #2 came to our rescue this morning and the House of DitL is once again pleasantly temperate.

I have pretty mixed feelings going into this particular holiday weekend. I normally love the 4th of July – growing up in the DC area, people make a really big deal out of Independence Day. I usually go down to the National Mall with a group of friends to see the fireworks. It’s chaos, but everyone’s so excited and happy it’s usually worth braving the crowds. But I’m just not proud of my country right now and it feels disingenuous to celebrate it as if I am.

Regardless of patriotism (or lack thereof), I still plan to thoroughly enjoy drinking some margaritas on my patio. I hope that you have a wonderful weekend, whatever your plans for the 4th of July may be.

xoxo,
Becky

What I’m reading:

Desperate Housewives. Ahaha, you caught me. This isn’t a book. I’m still finishing up the photo editing from my Vegas adventures and binge watching Housewives while I do it. This is taking up a lot of my reading time for now, but it’ll be worth it.

The Duchess Deal: Girl Meets Duke by Tessa Dare. I just got my hands on a review copy of the new Tessa Dare and I can’t wait to read it!! She’s one of my all time favorite romance novel authors.

Internets:

I live for GFY’s hat roundups: The Many Amazing Hats of Royal Ascot.

Check Out This Incredible Online Fashion Archive and Kiss Your Productive Afternoon Goodbye

The American Writers’ Museum is now open in Chicago. Field trip, anyone?

Cakes versions of famous buildings made by architects! This is super cool.

Weddings of the 0.01 Percent. I’d love to see the jewelry involved in these events!

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