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Showing posts with label sunset. Show all posts
Showing posts with label sunset. Show all posts
Monday, 1 June 2015
Wednesday, 8 April 2015
Changes and Endings - D&M
"Everything’s
magical when its snows, everything looks pretty. The clothes are great. Coats,
scarves, gloves, hats...Do you know the best things in my life have happened
when it snowed?...I feel good. Tingly...
When I was five, I had a really bad ear infection and I had been home in bed for a week and I was very sad. So I wished really hard that something wonderful would happen to me. And I woke up the next morning and it had snowed. And I was sure that some fairy godmother had done it just for me. It was my little present.
Of course, many years later, I realized that logically, the snow was not there for me personally. But, still, when it snows, something inside me says, ‘hey that’s your present.’ I don’t think it’ll ever change" - Lorelai Gilmore
Though it doesn't snow in QLD, I've always felt I could relate to what Lorelai was saying.
I've always looked forward to the shift in weather, not only for the obvious more desirable climate and better fashion options, but because of the promise of positive change.
Change can be scary. I am not a fan of change. But I feel like Winter has so many positive associations with it, that over the years, it has become a marker for when my life is going to go into reboot. A positive reboot.
For everyone else, New Years is when this occurs... not for me.
When I was five, I had a really bad ear infection and I had been home in bed for a week and I was very sad. So I wished really hard that something wonderful would happen to me. And I woke up the next morning and it had snowed. And I was sure that some fairy godmother had done it just for me. It was my little present.
Of course, many years later, I realized that logically, the snow was not there for me personally. But, still, when it snows, something inside me says, ‘hey that’s your present.’ I don’t think it’ll ever change" - Lorelai Gilmore
Though it doesn't snow in QLD, I've always felt I could relate to what Lorelai was saying.
I've always looked forward to the shift in weather, not only for the obvious more desirable climate and better fashion options, but because of the promise of positive change.
Change can be scary. I am not a fan of change. But I feel like Winter has so many positive associations with it, that over the years, it has become a marker for when my life is going to go into reboot. A positive reboot.
For everyone else, New Years is when this occurs... not for me.
The day I
wake up and feel the distinct chill in the air, the smell of the cooler
morning, I know it's time.
It's not quite Winter yet, but the change has started.
It's not quite Winter yet, but the change has started.
I went for
my usual afternoon walk yesterday, and this is what I saw:
The beauty of a Winter sunset is unlike any other during the year. There is something special about that sky when it gets colder. It's like the universe is showing you that it's ready for change, and it's giving you a little sneak peek.
This moment, right here, where the sun is just about gone. Where there are slivers of light fighting through the clouds. Where colour explodes and beauty takes over.
It is one of my most favourite moments in life, ever. The late afternoon, my most favourite time of day, coupled with one hell of a cold-day-sunset. I feel good. Tingly.
I take this as a sign from the universe, that change is coming.
This moment, right here, where the sun is just about gone. Where there are slivers of light fighting through the clouds. Where colour explodes and beauty takes over.
It is one of my most favourite moments in life, ever. The late afternoon, my most favourite time of day, coupled with one hell of a cold-day-sunset. I feel good. Tingly.
I take this as a sign from the universe, that change is coming.
The sunset is of course an end to a day, and the cooler temperature I woke up to is an end to Summer. But there's more to it, for me.
It's the world giving me my own little present.
Showing me that there can be an end to whatever negative things I want to leave behind. That good things can, and are, to come.
Just when I think I cannot handle any more, just when things start piling up and I begin to get overwhelmed, the universe is sending me a present to remind me not to give up. To breathe. That hope exists.
To let go of the things/people getting me down, and that there are things/people to look forward to in the future.
The end of the bad, The change to good.
My positive reboot.
So thanks, Universe, for my present. It could not have come at a better time.
J x
It's the world giving me my own little present.
Showing me that there can be an end to whatever negative things I want to leave behind. That good things can, and are, to come.
Just when I think I cannot handle any more, just when things start piling up and I begin to get overwhelmed, the universe is sending me a present to remind me not to give up. To breathe. That hope exists.
To let go of the things/people getting me down, and that there are things/people to look forward to in the future.
The end of the bad, The change to good.
My positive reboot.
So thanks, Universe, for my present. It could not have come at a better time.
J x
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Friday, 4 July 2014
Winter Favourites 2014
Take a peek at some of my Favourites for the cold season!
// ONE //
Who doesn't love a dark red lip for Winter? Revlon Lip Butter in 040 Red Velvet (RRP AU$21.95). Looks scary in the tube, but trust me this is so wearable and a must-have this season.
// TWO //
Warm sweaters and jackets! I love choosing cute sweater designs and just pairing with jeans. Picked up this cute little navy blue, striped jumper today with heart detail on the elbows. Dotti are running an online sale with 30% off this (and more) at the moment! Get in quick, ends Sunday 6th July.
Also very much in love with throwing my khaki green Topshop anorak over a tee lately.
Hooded Check Lined Jacket - Topshop (RRP AU$130.00)
Heart On Her Sleeve Jumper - Dotti (RRP AU$59.95)
// THREE // FOUR //
Robes are a Winter must! This one is so comfy, and, paired with my cute slippers, I am set for a relaxing time at home on a frosty Winter's night.
Hooded Gown/Robe - Cotton On Body (Sale AU$20.00)
Knitted Mouse Slippers & Pink Sequin Slippers - Big W (approx AU$10.00 each)
// FIVE // SIX // SEVEN //
Deliciously scented candles, Hot chocolate in your favourite mug....
..... and a great book / Kindle to keep you busy while keeping warm inside :)
Glasshouse 'Tahaa Vanilla Caramel' - from Belle Collection (RRP AU$39.95 for 350g)
Mug - Big W Mother's Day Collection 2014
// EIGHT //
Hot Bubble Baths! I cannot go past the Shortbread Cookie bubble bath from Philosophy (RRP $30.00 Mecca Cosmetica/Maxima and also David Jones) - the only catch is it only comes out at Christmas time!
During the year I absolutely adore Milk & Honey from Bathox (RRP $3.60 any supermarket)
During the year I absolutely adore Milk & Honey from Bathox (RRP $3.60 any supermarket)
My skin gets super dry during Winter, especially my hands! I am loving this hydrating hand cream Hand Food - Soap & Glory (RRP $11.95 Mecca Maxima 125ml). Blog post to come on more awesome products I picked up from Soap & Glory! I'm so excited to try them all out.
And last, but not least...
// TEN //
Stunning Winter sunsets - clear skies, beautiful crisp colours and fresh air :)
Mount Tamborine, Gold Coast.
Image taken from my Instagram.
Did your favourites make this list?
J x
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