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The Journey
On the first day of my Soul Searching class (It’s actually called Challenging the Real World but they should change the name to Soul Searching), we read this poem and bits and pieces of it have stuck with me ever since. It’s a hard realization to come to that you are in control of your own life and that failure is inevitable. Even harder when your a twenty-something in a down economy, searching for jobs and launching a business. It’s all about how you look at it though.
A question to ask yourself when you think you’ve failed: Where do we go from here? Seriously, ask yourself this and see what your response is. If you never had to worry about money, what would you do? If you realized everyone surrounding you would never be disappointed in your actions, what would you do?
This is your life and your journey, my friends. Yes, it’s Sunday night and I’m gettin’ deep.
Have a great week!
The Journey
By: Mary Olivery
One day you finally knew
what you had to do, and began,
though the voices around you
kept shouting
their bad advice—
though the whole house
began to tremble
and you felt the old tug
at your ankles.
“Mend my life!”
each voice cried.
But you didn’t stop.
You knew what you had to do,
though the wind pried
with its stiff fingers
at the very foundations,
though their melancholy
was terrible.
It was already late
enough, and a wild night,
and the road full of fallen
branches and stones.
But little by little,
as you left their voices behind,
the stars began to burn
through the sheets of clouds,
and there was a new voice
which you slowly
recognized as your own,
that kept you company
as you strode deeper and deeper
into the world,
determined to do
the only thing you could do—
determined to save
the only life you could save.
Rose of the Day
#1: Added Wisconsin to the list of places that I’ve been.
#2: Launch Party out of the way.
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Dive for Dreams, By: E.E. Cummings
dive for dreams
or a slogan may topple you
(trees are their roots
and wind is wind)
trust your heart
if the seas catch fire
(and live by love
though the stars walk backward)
honour the past
but welcome the future
(and dance your death
away at the wedding)
never mind a world
with its villains or heroes
(for good likes girls
and tomorrow and the earth)
in spite of everything
which breathes and moves, since Doom
(with white longest hands
neating each crease)
will smooth entirely our minds
-before leaving my room
i turn, and (stooping
through the morning) kiss
this pillow, dear
where our heads lived and were.
Love One Another
In the wake of all things, NC and their ban on gay marriage, just remember the most important rule in life: Love one another. Sign this petition to make JCPenney keep their lesbian couple in the catalog.
This is my life right now. Going on a run and then ending it with ice cream. Happy Sunday!
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Anonymous asked: are you going to the beatles: the lost concert" movie when it comes out next month?
Maybe. I love The Beatles so I’ll probably go if I have some time on my hands.
Haven’t built one of these in a long time. You think I can use that as a pick up line this weekend?
Me: Hey, I’m DTBBF - down to build blanket forts.
Him: ….*walks away*
Yeah, that doesn’t even work in my head.
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Bling Bling
As some of probably already know (Jen, Lauren, and Megan - that was meant for you since I’ve been talking about this non-stop for a month), I just started a jewelry business with Stella & Dot. You have probably seen the jewelry in magazines, on celebrities, or on some fashionable Chicagoans lately. I am beyond excited to start booking trunk shows, and even more excited to see all of my friends start wearing the jewelry.
So, here are a few of my favorite pieces to get you guys familiar with the collection and maybe even add some love to your jewelry box.
Perfect for your mom or for a job interview.
Date night anyone? The perfect piece to compliment almost any outfit.
Is it just me or does this remind anyone of the Hunger Games? Cutness this way.
So badass, it’s not even funny.
Okay, so here is where it gets fun. Go to my website here. Tell me your favorite piece. One lucky reader will get that piece or something from our Summer 2012 Collection for free with purchase. Two pieces of jewelry for the price of 1? I think so. Winner will be announced next week.
So, what’s your favorite?
16 Things I’ve Learned In College
1. Wine is the nectar of the Gods.
2. The world is a big place without a problems
3. 11:00pm becomes to new 2:00pm when you are working/going to school at the same time
4. A day spent doing nothing is a day well spent
5. Cherish the small things in life
6. Don’t burn bridges
7. Love and respect yourself
8. Follow your passion
9. Do what you say you will do (DWYSYWD)
10. Yes, Redbull is bad for you but it does the trick
11.Once you think you know everything, you realize that you know absolutely nothing
12. In this day and age, just to say you have gone to college is a huge blessing
13. Do something crazy every once in a while
14. Have a plan B, C, D, and Z
15. Procrastination isn’t always a bad thing
16. If you’re gonna do a group project, have at least 1 girl in your group because girls get shit done.
Song of the Day
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The Things I’m Currently Loving
Essie (Action - Available in Stores)
Spring is just a few weeks away (Yes, we technically already had the first official day of spring but if you’re in Chicago the real official day comes way later. We’ll be lucky if it hits us by June.) In the meantime, I’m lusting after a few things.
Panasonic Lumix - DMC - LX5 ($359)
the pyramid double wrap braclet (s&d -$59)
fun new lipsticks (Bite - Sephora $30)
Baked Apple Cinnamon Chips (my recent Pinterest Addiction led me here)- recipe
Until next time, I’ll be hiding away in yoga pants and a sweater.
