laid back, beach vacations are absolutely my favorite! and our trip to newport beach, california was such a dream!

we had this lovely view from our balcony!

we spent every day at the pool,

walked barefoot on the beach,

enjoyed smoothies and omelets on the balcony for breakfast,

and watched the sunset each night.

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i have some really fabulous news to share with you on friday! along with a few more vacation photos

(i simply can’t resist!).

also, sending out my february newsletter soon! lots of HOW TO PAINT AN OWL e-course info just for newsletter subscribers in this one! if you’re so inclined, you can sign up right here!

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Jen @Sadie Inspired

February 9, 2011 - 4:42 pm

Beautiful! Isn't Newport gorgeous? I grew up right next store in Huntington Beach – so your pictures give me a little bit of “home.” :)Looking forward to your fabulous news.
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Angela DiGiovanni | Living Out Loud

February 9, 2011 - 5:55 pm

Looks incredibly dreamy. I live less than an hour from many beaches, and I never go… time for a trip. Excited to hear about your news…
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" M "

February 9, 2011 - 7:21 pm

Glad you liked it out in cali . Newport is a beautiful place indeed! : P
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Louise Gale

February 9, 2011 - 9:17 pm

Oh wow how absolutely wonderful! I CANNOT wait to get to Cali next week. Soooo need to be out of the norm and to see you too yay yay and triple yay! xx
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Bead Lola Bead

February 9, 2011 - 11:12 pm

So beautiful — and NO SNOW! Congrats by the way on your banner being in Artful Blogging. I was at Barnes & Noble thumbing through my favorite mags and when I saw your banner I was all like “hey, I know her!” =D

Can't wait until Friday to hear more fabulous news! Congrats on all your amazing successes!

~ Lola
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artistaprilcole@gmail.com

February 10, 2011 - 6:48 am

I'm a Cali. Gal… got to love it!
Sunshine, warm breezes… and lots to see & do. :]
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Kathryn Hansen

February 10, 2011 - 10:04 pm

i love beachie vacations too and newport beach is great. if you get a chance santa barbara is super awesome too!!
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