I sat as still as possible while a hummingbird floated in the air almost close enough to touch. We both all of the sudden seemed to notice the others presence. We look at each other for a moment before he returns to the flower at hand elegantly eating its nectar. The sound of its wings so close it's almost electrifying, the deep intense hum so beautiful in the late afternoon silence. A time when most birds are resting to stay out of the heat.

As I watch him move from one flower to the next his almost emerald green body glistens and shines like the sea basking in the sun. Then he's off leaving me only able to sit and wait until the next time he will come around.

While browsing though some local Minnesota blogs today I came across one talking about staying true to our Scandinavian roots and a NY Times article that noticed!

I am mostly Swedish with a hint of Irish and grew up with lutefisk and lefse on the table at Christmas. Swedish pancakes topped with lingonberries is still my favorite breakfast. And I love to fika! (to take a coffee break with something sweet).

Here is the NY Times article that you should definitely check out. Especially if you like food even half as much as I do:

nytimes.com/2012/08/01/dining/twin-cities-embrace-their-nordic-food-heritage

The blog I discovered the link on is:

http://www.secretsofthecity.com/

And the restaurant making the splash:

The Bachelor Farmer

Enjoy the read! I'm going to fika right now thought I'd love to be going to The Bachelor Farmer for a delicious meal!

x

Good Morning Babes,

Here's a few behind the scenes shots I found from some really fun stunt work i did!

#BAB

x

On these hot (and humid) summer days beat the heat by first applying a base of sunscreen mixed with a tinted moisturizer. Next apply a light weight concealer. Then apply another light layer of the tinted moisturizer instead of foundation! Top it with a light layer of powder to keep it in place. Throw on a waterproof mascara and you're ready to go!

I love::

Laura Mercier's Tinted moisturizer with SPF 20

http://www.sephora.com/tinted-moisturizer-P109936

Facial Sunscreen

http://www.albabotanica.com/sun/natural-protection/facial-broad-spectrum-spf-30.html

Amazing Cosmetics - Amazing Concealer

http://www.sephora.com/amazing-concealer-P59405?om_mmc=esv103203-GG&om_kwpur=339586688&ppc_crid=11353086377&site=us_search&esvcid=S1343353467_ADOGOE_AGI1091898_CRE11353086377_TID339586688_RFDd3d3Lmdvb2dsZS5jb20%3d

Maybelline Waterproof Mascara

http://www.maybelline.com/products/57/eyes/mascara/great-lash-waterproof-mascara/very-black/1?shadeId=307

xx

     One of my favorite ways to get some great core and upper body exercise in the summer months is kayaking! Its a great way to get out on the water and enjoy the summer heat while working out. I like to wear my sun hat and keep my face protected from the harsh rays but love to get tan everywhere else (then just use bronzer if need to even out color!).

Get out and be adventurous this summer. Make friends with Nature and stay safe!

Rock & Love,

Hannah

Hey everyone!!

Sorry its been so ling since I posted a blog on here. Life has been so hectic and with all the media forms now (FB,Twitter,Tumblr, etc) I cant keep up!

I wanted to share my new jewelry line with you!! Here the link to our FB page. If you "like" our page you will receive FREE SHIPPING on your first purchase!!

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Hannah-Mae-designs/218821278141185?sk=app_135607783795

After you get a chance to check it out drop me a line on there or here and let me know what you think!!

Thanks Loves,

xHannah

I got to be a part of another amazing fashion production by Chriselle Inc. yesterday! A 1985 inspired fashion show, showcasing all the best and the worst styles of the 80's! Heres a few pics to get a sneak peak but Im sure there will be many more posted soon!

xHannah

This week has been a whirlwind organizing the business for Hannah Mae, my new jewelry line and shooting for one of my favorite clients Kin Boutique. Also preparing for my sister to visit next week!

Check out this video from Aundrey's Night Out produced by the amazing team at Chriselle Inc.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=os5rP8Ppv8c

Enjoy!

xHannah

www.kin.la/

http://www.chriselleinc.com/

Rockin' the runway at Audry Magazine's Fashion Night Out.  It was so much fun! Great music infused with great fashion!

This awesome event was produced by the amazing team at Chriselle Inc.

http://www.chriselleinc.com/

Check out more on the event at:

http://audreymagazine.com/fun-fashion-fun-farewell-for-now/