In My Borrowed Heaven

'Dive for Dreams' by E. E. Cummings

2012-01-22T21:26:00.006Z

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.

silently if, out of not knowable

night's utmost nothing,wanders a little guess

(only which is this world)more my life does

not leap than with the mystery your smile

sings or if (spiraling as luminous

they climb oblivion)voices who are dreams,

less into heaven certainly earth

swims than each my deeper death becomes your

kiss losing through you what seemed myself,i

find selves unimaginably mine;beyond

sorrow's own joys and hoping's very fears

yours is the light by which my spirit's born:

yours is the darkness of my soul's return

-you are my sun,my moon,and all my stars

- E. E. Cummings

Yeah... I watched Charlie St. Cloud (for the second time) recently. But it is a beautiful poem.

love & light...♥

This guy is on FIRE for Jesus!

2012-01-11T21:58:00.002Z

love & light...♥

Tuesday Mornings & Tuesday Nights: Patty Griffin

2012-01-03T21:27:00.001Z

Please,
Just. Listen.

I've fallen in love. I've only known her songs 'Rain' & 'Long Ride Home' but THIS. Wow. I've really & truly added getting her entire album catalog to my new year's resolutions. She's THAT good. Oh, and of course I've started learning her song 'Heavenly Day' on guitar, of course!

love & light...♥

Anthro, I Love You.

2011-12-27T18:00:00.005Z

So, over the past two weeks I've been home, I've had a little Anthropologie shopping spree. I've purchased some really cute & unique gifts for myself. Next time I'm in there (which will be VERY soon before I leave back for the semi-final round of University) I'm going to try and get a few things for my mum & girlfriends. Here's some of the things I got:

Anthropologie 'Tome Stack Candle'

I adore the uniqueness of this candle, I've never seen anything like it, something to add to my collection.

Anthropologie 'Taste-Test Recipe Book'

I've already started adding recipes of my mum's cooking in here, simply because she's an amazing cook. My cousins & I want to do frequent cooking sessions so this will come in handy!

love & light...♥

Friday's Wisdom: Fearless

2011-12-23T00:00:00.003Z

"If you dreams don't scare you, they're probably not big enough."
- via Kirk Franklin, Anon.

NEVER doubt a woman's strength.

Today I finished my placement in the Maternity Unit at St. Thomas' Hospital. I saw miracles happen through the birth of a baby & the strength of a woman; the strength of a woman is undoubtedly beyond anything I could imagine. It seemed unreal, indescribable; but it is real. Though I was there to learn (& I did), I began to wonder if I myself could go through that but you've got to have faith that you can & your strength will come from that, you've got to be fearless.

All the other women I saw in labour & even during and after the birth have been so inspiring, it really & truly moved me, I wish them nothing but the best in this journey they've began. I pray to God he gives me that same strength when the time comes (NO I'm not pregnant) & I know he will.

love & light...♥

Friday's Wisdom: Gossips To The Left <--

2011-12-09T21:37:00.001Z

"Those who gossip at you will gossip about you."

love & light...♥

Tuesday Mornings & Tuesday Nights: Brie Stoner

2011-12-06T20:58:00.002Z

love & light...♥

Friday's Wisdom: Rhythm

2011-12-02T21:00:00.004Z

At youth group, this video was played. I thought it was pretty breathtaking:

"When I think of God, I hear a song. Its a song that moves me. It has a groove; a certain rhythm. People have heard this song for thousands & thousands of years. People have heard the song and they've found it captivating. The song is playing all around us all the time... everywhere. It is written on our hearts and everybody is playing the song. See, the question isn't whether or not you are playing a song, the question is:

Are you in tune?"

- Rob Bell

love & light...♥

My Week Back Home

2011-12-01T13:48:00.001Z

So, I took a very much needed break back home (& not just because Hanson were playing on the 29th!). When I'm home, I feel I can take the time to re-fuel my tank & bring myself back to basics; remind myself of where I'm coming from & where I'm going. When things get hectic in life, you can sometimes lose yourself. Home (wherever my heart is) is the compass that points me north.

My Favourite Christmas Sweater ♥

Hanson & the fans; the passion shared is beyond measure! Experiences like this are rare & don't come freely. Blessings.

Even when times are at its hardest.
God is preparing to bless you in a way that only He can.

love & light...♥

A Complex Butterfly

2011-12-01T10:17:00.001Z

love & light...♥

There's so much in this life, there's so much to be.

2011-11-28T20:16:00.003Z

love & light...♥

Tuesday Mornings & Tuesday Nights: Jesus Culture

2011-10-18T00:00:00.001+01:00

"You stay the same through the ages
Your love never changes
There may be pain in the night, but JOY comes in the morning.

& when the oceans rage

I don't have to be afraid
Because I know that you love me,
Your Love Never Fails."

love & light...♥

Friday's Wisdom: The Virtuous Woman

2011-10-14T11:13:00.002+01:00

love & light...♥

Take The Walk in Southampton UK!!!

2011-10-04T17:57:00.008+01:00

Hello all!!!

I am really excited to announce that I will be hosting a walk in Southampton UK, Nov 19th!!! This will be the first walk I have hosted myself but the 3rd walk taken!!

TakeTheWalk.net: Southampton

Here's my little description of what I am walking for:

Take the walk in Southampton, UK!

As a student nurse studying at Southampton University, health care is undoubtedly at the tip of my mind. With a West African (Ghana) background, I became partial to this movement when the band Hanson first launched this campaign & have decided to host my very own walk to support health care and promote this initiative.

Starting small is a big difference in itself so please come and join me to take the walk and together we can make a difference.

Feel free to contact me via this blog for more information about this walk or leave a comment on this open facebook event I have set up & let me know if you have any queries!

Take The Walk in Southampton Facebook Event

love & light...♥

Friday's Wisdom: Just Breathe

2011-09-30T21:07:00.009+01:00

- Bobbi Brown

love & light...♥

ASOS Urban Tour

2011-09-28T11:09:00.002+01:00

THIS is Beastly & the tune is MANIC!

love & light...♥

Friday's Wisdom: HIStory

2011-09-23T00:00:00.006+01:00

"Every day create your history

Every path you take you're leaving your legacy

Every soldier dies in his glory

Every legend tells of conquest and liberty

Every day create your history

Every page you turn you're writing your legacy

Every hero dreams of chivalry

Every child should sing together in harmony."

– Michael Jackson

love & light...♥

Tuesday Mornings & Tuesday Nights: L. Einaudi

2011-09-20T22:39:00.003+01:00

This fine tuesday evening, I'm listening to Ludovico Einaudi. He is a beautiful pianist. I become completely entranced when listening to his music, so much so, I feel his soul pouring out.

I hope you experience the same:

love & light...♥

Friday's Wisdom: The Beauty of a Woman

2011-09-16T00:00:00.004+01:00

“The beauty of a woman is not in the clothes she wears, the figure that she carries, or the way she combs her hair. The beauty of a woman is seen in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides. True beauty in a woman is reflected in her soul. It’s the caring that she lovingly gives, the passion that she shows and the beauty of a woman only grows with passing years.”

– Audrey Hepburn

You know you had me at "Cool T-shirt, babe."

2011-08-13T18:34:00.013+01:00

Ladies & Gentlemen, 'Loud Music' by Michelle Branch.
Album: West Coast Time coming soon!
Visit MichelleBranch.com for more info.

Enough said.

love & light...♥

Free People August '11 | My 'FP Me' Feature!

2011-08-07T08:23:00.008+01:00

I've absolutely fallen in love with the new Free People August catalogue... here are some of my favourite looks from it:

You can view the full catalogue here: Free People August '11
My favourite items are the Jenoah Floppy Brim Hat, Horizon Handkerchief Trapeze Top & the Floral Lace Fit and Flare Dress. I'm completely addicted to purple, plum & aubergine as of late!

Also, to my surprise, I was featured in this season FP Me... where the Free People team choose from fan photos on their facebook page to have them featured on their website!! YAY!!

love & light...♥

Be the person YOU want to find.

2011-07-10T14:38:00.005+01:00

"Be the person you want to find..."

Before the year began, like literally 'New Year's Eve' before, I said a prayer asking God to bless me and make 2011 my year. Prior to that, the thought of turning 20 always seemed odd to me, like I would be stuck between being a young girl and growing into a mature woman. This year I have begun to recognise the things that are of value & importance to me in my life as well as the behaviours and situations I need to disregard to become the person I want to be.

The most important change for me this year is how much more closer to God I feel & my strength in faith. If it wasn't for my family, cousins, my friend Esther, & the family & friends I met in the US I probably wouldn't have grown spiritually as much as I have now. For that, I am so thankful for their lives its indescribable. Like I once read before, 'it is not the love happening in your life that matters, but the love happening in your heart."

Even all the negative attitudes I have faced or witnessed have proven to me how that mentality can hinder blessings in life... It has also shown me the type of people I need to associate with & put my trust in, in order to become the person I want to be.

love & light...♥

Virginia & Then Some

2011-06-30T22:42:00.012+01:00

So, I have returned from the US after visiting family & I already miss it dearly. In fact, I should say them; all the family & friends I met, and the experiences we shared.

I've always wanted to visit the US. I've had this notion set in my head for as long as I can remember of blue skies casting different hues at sunset & long stretches of fields & endless rivers. Though I didn't find ALL of that, I found another side of my family I wasn't all too familiar with. They say 'blood is thicker than water' & that is exactly what I found... my heart is overjoyed right this very moment. Though I am glad to be back in the craziness of my London life & family here who I missed though my trip to the US, spending time with family there was like I never left home...

As I like to say: 'It is not the place but the people you are with that make you call it home.'

My good ness, I'm such a family-orientated person!

Of course I will definitely be going back!

As for the rest of my summer... we'll see.

love & light, always...♥

"It is not the love happening in your life that matters, but the love happening in your heart." - Anon.

Currently listening to: Ludovico Einaudi

A Beautiful Year... (so far)

2011-06-13T11:33:00.011+01:00

It has been an absolutely beautiful year so far with so many good things coming my way. No amount of 'thank yous' will suffice to express my gratitude to God for the first half of this year! I was deeply touched by my last nursing placement which was on an intensive care unit. The kindness shown to me was overwhelming and the amount I learnt from this placement, not just about Nursing but an essence of life will always be in my heart. This has definitely been an inspiring, insightful placement for me and has helped shaped my career path in nursing. One experience I will never forget; it pushed me to my limit and for that I am thankful!

I've also managed to see my favourite band, Hanson, SIX TIMES this year! I've met not only the band but some amazing people/fans who made this experience an unforgettable one! Here are just a few pictures (I've come to find, I'd rather watch & listen to the music than take pictures) from the February show 'Meet Me In The Middle' and the 'London 5of5' concert series! Enjoy :)

I leave for the US (Virgina) tomorrow. For the first time I will touch down on American soil! Ha! A mixture of feelings are running through my mind as I have no idea what to expect. It will be my first time flying alone too... here's hoping all runs smoothly!

Alpha Rev | You Will Be My Phoenix, Burn.

2011-04-10T10:05:00.008+01:00

"I need a love that will release me

Keep me honest, keep me happy

I need a peace with understanding

Trying to find a softer landing...

I need to find a way of letting it go, when everything falls apart."

If you are a fan Dave Matthews Band/Lifehouse, you'll love Alpha Rev. First heard these guys doing a short performance on SxSW4Japan & fell in love with their music. Putting aside the DMB/Lifehouse comparison, their music & words are just so inspiring, motivating, moving & beautiful, especially for me right now. I've been in a bit of dilemma with some friends and trying to find a balance without angering situations or compromising in a way that doesn't benefit anyone or allow me to stay true to myself & I feel their music is one of the few things that is really helping me through that. For that, I thank Alpha Rev. Check them out! I hope their music touches you as it has done to me. :)

Links:
Official Website: AlphaRev.com
Twitter: twitter.com/alpharev

"You will be my Phoenix, burn."

love & light...♥

Colour Me Purple | New Painting

2011-04-07T15:27:00.004+01:00

Paint mess!

Inspired by Gypsy 05: Talya Silk Maxi Dress

love & light...♥

SxSW 4 Japan

2011-04-06T07:55:00.011+01:00

On the 19th March '11, SXSW along with the band Hanson teamed up to raise $100,000 to donate to the Red Cross for relief efforts in Japan; which they successfully succeeded in doing and beyond. They did this by hosting a 12 hour live stream marathon where nothing but music was played to raise these funds. Also, a benefit album from the event was made which is being sold on Amazon (as well as iTunes) & ALL proceeds made from this benefit album go towards Red Cross & Japan.

You can purchase the album here:

US Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Sxsw4japan/dp/B004UY1TSY
UK Amazon: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sxsw4japan/dp/B004V57C9W

iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/sxsw4japan/id430111454

My personal favourite performances:
Hanson (obviously)
Ozomatli
Locksley
Leslie Stevens & The Badgers (Jaw dropping performance!)
Alpha Rev (They stole my heart!)

Papercranes (of course! #PhoenixLove)

You can watch the restream here: http://sxsw4japan.org/
Good music for a GOOD cause!!
Please, please, please SUPPORT!!

love & light...♥

"Use the gifts and tools you have been given to benefit others and make tomorrow a better day." - Jane Bannor

To Live Life..

2011-03-15T18:29:00.004Z

How to live your life.
Live life to the full.
39 ways to fully live your life.

etc, etc, etc.

If you think this is going to be one of those "How to live life" guides or blogs, then I think you'll find, in the top right hand corner of the screen, an "X"; click it.

This is an itch I've been wanting scratch for quite some time now. I've been questioning myself as to whether I have been living my life fully (so far) & in all honesty, in some aspects yes, in others no. The only reason I've come to this conclusion is because I know... I know what I want from this life & what I need in this life. I know what moves my soul and what stirs my heart; there are times I feel I don't get enough/a healthy dose of this. Mostly due to the environment I'm in, some of the choices I make or financial reasons... hopefully all that will change this summer, or at least the end of this University year.

Everybody has a different temperament & the only way to live YOUR life fully is to suit that temperament. There is no point living it or measuring it up against someone else's ideals as they will never be able to fully fulfil your own.

Take travelling for example, there are people in this life who have hardly been anywhere in the world yet have seen, felt, experienced so much. Then there are some who travel endlessly & blindly, yet they are the one's who see, feel and experience nothing. Unless you have a soul purpose, a driven reason, why bother?

Life is there to live your own experiences not to re-live somebody else's. Live it for you, in ALL possible aspects; relationships, friendships, family, music, art, performance, health care... change. Anything & everything. Live it full of beauty and passion.

love & light...♥

Currently listening to: Sunday Lane (Check out her song 'Heavy Heart, Heavy Hands' on her website!)

Organic Fashion | Fair Trade

2011-03-07T11:08:00.004Z

Those is the named title are two ideals I've felt (for a while now) compelled to, and aim to support it's cause. Also, as a person who jumps at an amazing opportunity to help is a natural given for me, but to look good while doing so is always a plus. I figured I would share the little I know about the topic and it's effect on me.

My first encounter with Fair Trade/Organic Fashion was circa '09 through the sustainable fashion pioneer People Tree. The beautiful signature embroidery on the majority of their garments first attracted me to the brand & I later found that there was more of a purpose to this brand rather than just pretty patterns woven in cloth. I did some digging, read around the brand and became hooked on their ethos & wanted to support it in anyway possible, and till this day I still do. The empowerment of people in less privileged countries, through work and livelihood, as well as providing healthy and stable work sectors and to know that somebody else's hard work to put clothes on your body and shoes on your feet was so moving and touching, there was no way I could turn my back on it.

I had loosely been following the works of the fashion model, Summer Rayne Oakes (best name EVER) who is an eco-friendly, sustainable fashion activist so ideally and in fact, VERY recently I felt it appropriate to get her book 'Style Naturally' based on sustainable fashion and beauty. I don't know why I waited so long to get it, it is very insightful. Though her book is solely a guide into shopping sustainably, she expectantly creates awareness of sustainable fashion whilst highlighting some very important causes within her book. There is so much possibility that lies within fair trade and to do it while feeling good about what you wear and in a way that renders you eco-conscious in what you buy is, to me, so inspiring.

I hope in this life I myself can make some sort of an impact through this initiative, even if it is just to encourage at least one person to be more eco-conscious of some of the things they buy and to know who suffers or in this case benefits from their choices. Who knows, maybe one day my dream will come true; I'll be an amazing Nurse who somehow manages to run her own boutique selling beautiful organic & fair trade garments. Hopefully, not all at once!

Check out these Places:

People Tree
TOMS Shoes

Levi's
Saumarez Lingerie

love & light...♥

"If there is no passion in your life, then have you really lived? Find your passion, whatever it may be. Become it and let it become you, and you will find great things happen for you, to you and because of you." - T. Alan Armstrong

The Pierces!

2011-02-22T20:43:00.008Z

I don't know how to express my love for this sisterly duo! I think I'm addicted to the style and visual concept of their music videos more than anything else. It's the epitome of me. I first came across them when they opened up for Lissie in London last year (2010) December but didn't really follow them up, though, I enjoyed the music I had heard. I then came across another song of theirs named 'You'll Be Mine' this year & needless to say I am hooked. It is so enchanting, mystical, luring, captivating, mindblowing... I could go on!

So much praise for these two sisters I don't know where to start!
Like someone said, it is a bit like ABBA meets Fleetwood Mac (which is NOT a bad thing for me at all, might I add!). Quirky but beautifully written lyrics, melodies, everything. I'm bursting with excitement I've even pre-ordered their album & that is saying something as I never pre-order!

Sadly I missed a live performance of their's in London just last week but hopefully I'll be seeing & hearing more of them in the coming months!
Album drops: 23rd May 2011

love & light...♥

"Now you know, now you know how I feel & I won't back down."

Winsome Charm

2011-02-19T21:58:00.004Z

Just a fun quiz I came across. I would love to own a house like this one day. I would make a few adjustments, obviously!

Cozy… not oversized - a hand crafted gem. To cook a grand meal in an elegant kitchen is your joy. A bedroom with distinct character - warm and charming. Music provides the backbeat to everything you do. Set your table in a festive fare. Watch the grass grow in the hot summer sun. Hand knotted, vegetable dyed… a family history at your feet. Wild and crazy days in your wonderful home.

The Holly Blue...♥

2011-02-04T17:54:00.004Z

Some weeks ago I had the sudden urge to paint, so I did. (Sorry the picture is not the best quality!)

But check out the snazzy new easel my house mates got me for my 20th!

Currently Listening to: 'From the Morning' by Nick Drake

"& see she flies, & she is everywhere, see she flies all around."

love & light...♥

Back to December | Free People: January!

2011-01-13T21:43:00.004Z

My oh my, its been a while since I last blogged.. so for your viewing pleasure...

Free People January; shot in beautiful Paris! (I think this is my favourite set)

& Taylor Swift's 'Back to December'

Inspire Inspiration | New year, new beginnings

2011-01-03T09:53:00.007Z

Inspiration is an elusive mistress. She strikes at her own whim, she pours out in abundance or withholds for unbearable lengths of time. She is never where you want her to be and seduces you until you are shackled and enslaved to her without even knowing how it happened. You simply wake up one day and you crave her... you need her... you're a failure without her.

- Bethany Joy Galeotti

It's been a while since I took the time to draw. I've been getting these signs and snippets of advice, from people, on something I thought I left behind long ago. But still, something inside me feels incomplete without it; empty and hollow. I have been told to "Never lose this gift." This Gift.

How could I be so careless with it? My ability to draw and create; so precious, with a million possibilities. To make the unseen, seen. I think it's time I take the given a make use of it. To create what I want to create. There's no point sitting, waiting around for something to come along. It's in my hands. I'm in control.

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First blog post of the year! Happy new year! I spent new years day with my family. We ate loads, talked about life and what we hope to accomplish in this year & years to come.

I'm quite excited for 2011. I feel something special is going to happen this year. I've already got a few things planned already which include tickets to see Lifehouse & a trip to the US to visit my sister!

Once again, happy new year!! I can't wait to see what it has to offer!

love & light...♥

I have my own life & I am stronger than you know.

2010-12-27T23:18:00.003Z

I turn 20 tomorrow (28 Dec), & I always reminisce on how far I've come, in this life, every year. I found no better way to express my life's journey so far than through the song 'Change in my Life'.

Standing cold and scared on top of blue hill
Then came one moment, when I lost my will
I prayed for mercy, please Lord take me away
Give me sunshine when I only see grey

The past had a hold on me it can't be denied
And the changes didn't come easily

Don't you know?
I've been lonely
I've been cheated
I've been misunderstood
I've been washed up, put down, and told I'm no good
But with you I belong 'cause you helped me be strong
There's a change in my life since you came along

Now I don't mind working so hard every day
And I don't pay no mind to what people say
'Cause after all the pain I've been through
I give up everything just to love only you

All my life I've held my head bent in shame
Now I found you and with you I'll remain
http://www.free-lyrics.org

Don't you know?
I've been lonely
I've been cheated
I've been misunderstood
I've been washed up, put down, and told I'm no good
But with you I belong 'cause you helped me be strong
There's a change in my life since you came along

Now a man gets crazy when his life is all wrong
And a heart gets weary where it doesn't belong
When the road gets rocky, know you've got to keep on
Let the new light come shining on through

Don't you know?
I've been lonely
I've been cheated
I've been misunderstood
I've been washed up, put down, and told I'm no good
But with you I belong 'cause you helped me be strong
There's a change in my life since you came along

love & light...♥

Moments Passed #2

2010-12-24T21:10:00.025Z

I'm sure we all have our sanctuary's or places we retreat to, to relax and unwind.

During my first year of university, mine was my room.

A couple of days before I left halls, I took pictures of what it became & my favourite 'spots/items' in my room. I haven't really done much with them yet, but I thought I'd post them here.

Enjoy...

Beauty on the outside

Currently Listening to: Eastmountainsouth

love & light...♥

Food for thought:

"They say 'Home is where the heart is'... so where is yours?"
--Me

Moments Passed #1

2010-12-23T23:55:00.005Z

Vanilla Sky.

2010-12-19T00:47:00.009Z

"No I've never seen the Sky as Vanilla as tonight..."

So I've just finished watching the film Vanilla Sky & now my heart aches. So beautiful.

I came across the film through Tyler Hilton's song 'I Believe In You", and even though he explained why the film inspired him to write it, I felt the urge to watch the film to better my own understanding and interpretations in relation to the song.

I won't lie, I did find the film confusing towards the end.

The film deals with battling dreams against reality and it soon reaches the point where the audience, alongside the main character (Tom Cruise), try to find a solid boundary between what is real and what isn't. It addresses one's ability to control their life, their thoughts, their actions, on a wider scale. The wider scale being able to decide the kind of life you live; in terms of events that occur and how they occur.

That's what I find most appealing about this film. Control, or lack of it. What I also find quite cunning about this film is we get an outward perspective revolving around the developing story. The outward perspective narrates us through the story & eventually tails on towards the end.

I really want to delve more into this film an analyse it to the core on here but I don't think my own views will suffice. Either that or I'll be here forever & a day.

It is a film you have to watch to truly understand and gain its core essence. Very moving and beautiful film. Not everything is at it seems.

Needless to say this has become one of my favourite films & it is a definite recommendation!

'Vanilla Sky' by Monet

love & light...♥

Current Read: 'Siddhartha' by Hermann Hesse

I leave you with I Believe In You

"Pace Yourself." She said... "Pace Yourself."

2010-12-10T20:00:00.006Z

One of my favourite things about nursing is meeting so many new people. People who come from different backgrounds and have had different experiences in life.

Sometimes I feel nursing is a give and receive vocation. I put my heart and soul into caring for my patients & they bless me with their life stories, inspiration and advice.

I met a lady who survived a miraculous car accident - I admired every single word that came out of her mouth. I told her of my dreams & aspirations I have in this life & how I felt I wanted to do so much all at once and all she told me was:

"Pace Yourself."

Those are the words my brother tells me when I'm doing a long distance run; "pace yourself". Those are the words I tell myself when planning assignments, or saving money; "pace yourself".

So why didn't I think of it before when it came to my aspirations and goals. What is the difference in application to life? Hmm. Just a bigger scale I suppose?

All I have to do is take things 'One Step at a Time' & keep faith that I will eventually get there.

How exciting! Ha!
Excuse me while I revel in this revelation!

Currently listening to: 'Crazier' by Taylor Swift

love & light...♥

"What we do for ourselves dies with us. What we do for others and the world remains & is immortal." - Albert Pine

When the stars all go home...

2010-12-06T19:59:00.016Z

Free People Decem-brrr...

December '10 Catalogue

Currently listening to: Eastmountain South

love & light...♥

"Tis a song, a sigh of the weary,

Hard times, hard times come again no more.

Many days you have lingered around my cabin door,

Oh hard times come again no more."

Lissie.

2010-12-04T16:02:00.005Z

I don't know, there's just... something about her.

Every so often (on a frequent basis actually) I come across new music & new artists but not all of them are able to 'move me' the way Lissie does.

The last time music truly moved me was when I finally heard music for the first time circa 2005-2006 & of course when I re-discovered Fleetwood Mac/Stevie Nicks some years ago.

& maybe it is the fact that she possess similar qualities to Stevie Nicks, voice wise; or her lyrics are just plain genius. Whatever it is, it's something magical. Something Bohemian & Gypsy like. Very enchanting.

I'm hoping to get her album on vinyl, of course.

http://www.lissie.com/

love & light...♥

"I fell in love with being defiant..." - Lissie

The World Is On Fire...

2010-12-04T01:01:00.008Z

... & it's more than I can handle.

I know exactly what I want to achieve in this life but whether I have the courage and the strength to do it is another question. I've always had an active role in a lot of aspects of activism but I've always felt comfortable in that role because it is not out of my comfort zone.

When I graduate, with my nursing degree, I hope to go on to do a Masters (& perhaps a PhD) but my heart truly lies in helping the less fortunate. Those who are unable to help themselves due to the life they were born into & that way of living.

It pains me to see people suffer. It is the only thing I will cry for. I just wish there was more I can do but I am just one woman. If only the world wasn't so ignorant & would open its eyes to see how its brothers and sisters are living in despair, lack of hope/joy... just maybe people will start to look after one another and do more for each other.

I just hope I can make a lasting impact on this world, in the sense that I inspire at least one person to put there life to good use & help others... in all aspects.

love & light...♥

"You must be the change you wish to see in the world." - Gandhi

Current Read: 'The Unbearable Lightness of Being' by Milan Kundera

Restless is a heart that wanders...

2010-08-17T00:00:00.008+01:00

Time & time again, I find that I'm always trying to find a way to express my thoughts & emotions, whether it is through art or music yet both do not suffice.

Even though this is probably my 50th blog in the 19 yrs I have lived so far, words are the only way for me to do so which is why I have started up this blog again.

Who am I? I am the girl with the restless heart who is always searching for something more; because I believe there is something more.

& that's what I plan to share in this blog... "the something more".
The things I never thought I would ever see my self do or accomplish.

The things I find in this life that are long beyond my wildest dreams...

love & light...♥