(Image via Hip Hip Gin Gin)

Winter officially arrives next week, and I must admit — I’m dreaming of summer warmth and the sand. It’s not that I hate snow, but when it gets dark in New York at 4:45 p.m., I can’t stop thinking about those long summer days. What do you do to get through the winter months? Are you a snow bunny or do you love the hot, summer heat?

(Image 1 via B for Bonnie; Image 2 via Bleubird)

Who needs to paint when you can decorate your walls with an enlarged photograph that fits the size of your room? I love the soft, black and white image above, and how it almost blends into the background of this cozy-looking home. That said, I do think it would be tough to choose just one image that would work, especially given the permanence of it’s display.

What do you think — would you try this design idea at home? 

(Image via Craftzine)

Last week, I caught an early screening of Young Adult, starring Charlize Theron, Patton Oswalt, and Patrick Wilson. Have you seen it? Most of the reviews have been raves, but I’m not sure I would give it a glowing review. Don’t get me wrong — the cast is great, and Charlize’s performance as Mavis Gary is entertaining to watch, but something about the plot seems to fall flat at the end. Maybe I’m just a sucker for a happy ending or at least a way to redeem the film’s lead.

Did anyone else see Young Adult this weekend? I’d love to know what you thought! 

(Images via Young Adult)