peeved

I feel somewhat bad for doing this- but I can't help it. I must voice my opinion because it seems as though they are popping up more and more.... they being white/cream pea coats. I can't stand them. Harsh, I know. To me, white is a spring and summer color. Don't you know the saying, "Don't wear white after labor day"? I feel it looks a little odd to be wearing thick tights, boots, heavy sweaters, wool skirts and then choose to top it off with a white pea coat. See why they clash? Maybe not. Or maybe I'm just going crazy. Friends, if you are reading this post and are "guilty" of owning one... don't be mad. I have nothing against you. In fact, I still love you. I just have a slight annoyance with the whole white pea coat in the middle of winter. Who knows why I felt so inclined to write this post... but it was a must. I saw one too many white pea coats at the play tonight. I'm glad I've come clean of my newest pet peeve.

But wait! there is one exception. and only one.

can you guess it?

Cameron Diaz in "The Holiday".

That's it.

simple advice

interestingly enough... lately, i've been given some one liners that have left me feeling like i have room to grow, learn and explore. yes, the advice is simply and short. for me, right now, i need "simple and short". life is complicated and these have given me hope. as you read them, it's my hope that you may gain insight on how to view a part of your life with a different set of eyes.

"always remember who you are"

from a loving mother

"follow your HEART"

from my "sister"

"don't be sheep"

from teacher of perfection

"be happy. smile."

from too new to name

"trust in the Lord."

from lover in Malaysia

"your brain and your heart aren't always on the same page."

from my second mother

"do what's best for YOU and only you."

from a concerned father

"i love you"

from a persistent best friend

"live your dream"

from a singer in Santa Monica

"Give em' hell out there"

from a believing dad

"dance pretty"

from an encouraging mom

"it's time that has taken my todays and turned them into yesterdays"

from a song of the past

believe it or not; no matter how small or silly these may seem, they have had a great impact on me. i'm thankful for those that love me enough to share their secrets to life. if you have a one liner... do share. advice is timeless. thank you very much.

lucky number 5

ever wonder why or how certain things just come to be? or how it just so happens that you manage to land upon a pocket of perfect bliss? or how someone seems to step into your life at the exact time you needed them? what about when you discover something so real its unreal? or the power of when you are sharing a moment with someone while doing nothing, yet it means everything to you? these questions seemed to have captured my mind this past weekend. i feel at a lost for an explanation of exactly what i'm feeling. however, a few WORDS might do the trick.

in just the past "20 days"....

number five; it's a lucky number now. cravings of "SUSHI". sherlock holmes- more like jude law... but shhh!. 5:00 A.M. new years eve.... however, it all began shortly after Christmas. the IPHONE. "what ifs". wedding reception. red box. candle. MUSIC. realizing timing is everything. bowling a 156 baby. the unknown. "the white night". ichat. secrets. weekend in SAN FRANCISCO; couldn't have been happier. memories. conversations worth remembering. 2010. chewing gum and burts bees. attempting to learn a few words in a new language- most meaningful one being Обичам те.

the list could go on into details. but i think i'll keep them secrets for now. hope you aren't reading this right now- I would be completely embarrassed. i've debated blogging about this for many days now. but, i finally broke down because i realized "it" is a big part of me right now; too big to neglect. all i know is that this appears to be the beginning. lots to come. its a big year. am i scared? you bet. but its all a risk i am willing to take because.....

"the greatest risk in life is risking nothing at all."

-author unknown.

lovely obsession

This is another little obsession of mine. I couldn't tell you how many times I have watched it. Joe makes fun of me for it. But, who cares- I'm in love with it... music and all.

chAnge

Well friends, it's that time of year. A time to change. Resolutions, goals and dreams seem to occupy most of my thoughts. Yes, it is already January 10th... which only means I have finally found the time to sit down and compose.

believe it or not, NO diet coke. (at least for awhile)

"cardio" will soon be my middle name

one word= READING. planning on reading book after book

moon walk on pointe. (love you MJ)

a small act of service a day. ("what have I done for someone today?")

swearing will come to an end.

plan a crazy trip this summer.

love my 'enemies'.

capture moments in pictures.

dedicate at least a half hour to studying the gospel every day.

only triple pirouettes.

eat lots of sushi.

maintain and strengthen the relationships with those I love most; Cautiously making an effort to see what I can do for them.

simply smile. be happy.

and last but not least...

figure my life out. huge decisions to make this year.

My list isn't great, impressive or too ambitious. But, my list is my list. I hope I live up to my expectations. 2009 was a lovely year; it couldn't have been better. I'm hoping for a happy, healthy, fun and pivotal year. Cheers to 2010!

"you"

love this. it's simply is how i feel right now at this very moment. i feel as though life decisions have been thrown at me waiting for me to strike out or hit a home run. I'm hoping for base hits and home runs only. a recent realization of mine that has been pivotal for me... has been the fact that no matter how hard I seek out the advice and help from others, ultimately the decision i make must be my very own. it's all up to me. as much as i doubt it- i'm the only one who truly knows what's best for me. never have i been one to rely on only myself for the best outcome. it scares me. but as this quote says... i am who i am. true to myself. there is no one alive who is just like me. how comforting that is. wish me luck as i hope that you will realize how special you are.

{2010}

Can you believe it?! Two thousand and ten?! I am happy to say that the new year is already off to a good start. To be honest, New Years is my least favorite holiday. The anticipation which often leads to a let down just kills me. However, this year was a blast; Thank goodness for awesome friends, creating memories, laughter and the unknown. As for my resolutions...? I'll have to get back to you on that one. That will require a bit of serious thinking. As for right now? I am just going to live it up these last four days at home and hope for the best. Happy New Years! Let's make it a good one. CHEERS!