summer please come back

Watching the Sofia Coppola movie trailer (post below) made these images pop into mind.

The scene where they are underwater reminded me of last summer.

My brother bought an under-water camera and we had some fun.

I like the quality and lighting of the images

I know the snow just started... but it doesn't hurt to wish.

photos (top to bottom): my cousin, my brother, and me

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Silkeborg - Ikea turkish rug

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My love for hotels started when I was 11. My family moved overseas and I was lucky enough to stay at some amazing hotels in London, Oman and Dubai. Recently I discovered Firmadel Hotels on Instagram (@firmdale_hotels) and I have since become OBSESSED. They have hotels in New York and London and today I want to share photos of one of their New York Locations. The Whitby Hotel. Located at: 18 W 56th Street New York, NY 10019 exterior Below are photos of Lobby: The lobby is light and bring with soaring glass windows and striking artwork. ...

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