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Crescent Bay - Laguna, California

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Crescent Bay - Laguna, California

"... the surfers adorned in black wet skins brave the cold January waters, frolicking in the high tides like seals."

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Tacos at The Summer House - Corona del Mar, California

Tacos at The Summer House - Corona del Mar, California

Summer House is a quaint, homey restaurant, just off the East Coast Highway, with a laid back beach cottage vibe and delicious entrees. Their menu consists of American dishes with a healthy, southern California twist. 

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Getting Lost in it All - The Lovely Lake Lugano, Switzerland

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Getting Lost in it All - The Lovely Lake Lugano, Switzerland

Mamma mia is it a beautiful site. I am sure I can recommended it for canoeing or swimming in the summertime, but even wrapped up in a scarf and gloves in the frigid winter air, it was a spectacular site worth seeing.

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Models, Men and Milan, Oh My! - Men's Fashion Week 2016

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Models, Men and Milan, Oh My! - Men's Fashion Week 2016

Whether you are a lover of “la moda” or could care less, I truly believe there is always something to be said about the inspiration that being around this hub of creative energy and "cult culture" of the fashion world brings. There is something so hungry, so driven, so inspired and so persistent about this industry.

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Gluten Free Goodies - Out of Gluten, Milano

Gluten Free Goodies - Out of Gluten, Milano

Out of Gluten is one of my favorites. Situated a few tram stops from my house, the gluten free store boasts a section filled with celiac friendly jams and bread, bookcases of gluten free grocery store items and a beautiful counter filled with sweets and other savory baked goods from their in-house bakery.

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Lost in the Sunlight - Mornings in Verona, Italy

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Lost in the Sunlight - Mornings in Verona, Italy

There is something about the way the light falls, like wispy, energetic flashes of sunlight across the canvas of the candy-colored, faded buildings of the old cities; scattered amongst the abundant greenery, and cascading, through the old vines amongst the yellowing leaves of fall.

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Why Being Suspended 30,000 Feet in the Air is One of the Best Liberties

Why Being Suspended 30,000 Feet in the Air is One of the Best Liberties

...there is something incredibly relaxing to me, about being suspended 30,000 feet in the air, free from the shackles of modern day technology and the expectation and pressure to be constantly connected and available through various devices at all times.

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Thanksgiving ... Nom Nom

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Thanksgiving ... Nom Nom

As comes with most family events and holidays, a wave of chaos often supersedes any hopes for a calm, traditional and enjoyable family meal. But somehow, we are endeared all the same, and still seem to migrate home for the holidays to indulge in the dysfunction of it all again and again.

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Throw Back to the Dog Days of Summer - Boulder's Farmers' Market

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Throw Back to the Dog Days of Summer - Boulder's Farmers' Market

Already missing and reminiscing about those doggy dog days of summer? Me too. I do love fall, but sometimes when I'm all bundled up, I think about sitting in lush green fields, sipping a coffee or juice and wandering the crowds at local summer markets.

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Morning Cappuccino at the Historic Fratelli Klainguti Cafe - Genova, Italy

Morning Cappuccino at the Historic Fratelli Klainguti Cafe - Genova, Italy

Luckily for us, while wandering the old part of the city in Genoa, in the early and still a bit frigid hours of the day, we were able to find this historic and quite elegantly beautiful coffee house.

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Just Like Nonna Used to Make, Da Maria's - Genova, Italy

Just Like Nonna Used to Make, Da Maria's - Genova, Italy

One of the things I enjoyed most about this little place, was how inviting the communal atmosphere was. Locals and a few tourists trickled in and were able to enjoy an authentic simple meal with family and friends, share tables with strangers, and relax in the laid back atmosphere.

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An Afternoon of Americanos & Dolce at Al Fresco - Milan, Italy

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An Afternoon of Americanos & Dolce at Al Fresco - Milan, Italy

Wow. This dessert was probably one of the most sophisticated and delicious dishes I have ever tasted. The depth and dynamic of the layered flavors, textures and tastes - the description pretty much said it all. I am drooling just writing about it!

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A Brief, Salty-Air Day Dream - Boccadesse, Italy

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A Brief, Salty-Air Day Dream - Boccadesse, Italy

The sky was clear and crisp, accompanied by beautiful, pillowy, white clouds, amidst the clean blue-blue air. It was a refreshing landscape in comparison to the hustle and bustle of my home-base in Milan.

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You can now follow The Art of Lost on BlogLovin'! Click here to be redirected to BlogLovin'. Thanks for the love :)

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A Little About Nis - Author of "The Art of Lost"

A Little About Nis - Author of "The Art of Lost"

"It was a love affair that swept me off my feet, into a chaos unlike anything I'd ever experienced before..."

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