GIFTS FROM NATURE

These are the beautiful things I found along the way during our nature walk the other day.  They were so pretty I had to lay them out and photograph them.  Now I can look back on these photos and always remember the spirit of that day.  I am taking in the Opossum and Pigeon medicine given to me.  Both strong feminine energies.  I'm looking forward to spending more time down there this summer.  I'd love to carve out times to just go and sit, maybe write or sketch.  Just be.

I'm grateful for these little reminders along the way.  Last week I had two more significant gifts from nature, a carnelian rock found at my parents house, and a bumblebee James found outside our house.  I'm listening and paying attention.  And I'm grateful for these gifts showing up when needed.

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NATURE, MY SAVIOR

Yesterday we went on a spontaneous picnic lunch to our river park.  It has been so long since weve been down there, and with the weather being so beautiful, I just really wanted to get out.  James and I were both in a bit of a funk, we were tired, and a bit cranky... and this ended up being just the medicine we needed.  We both NEED to be in nature to restore ourselves.  Whenever Im feeling depleted, spending some time outdoors is like breathing in new life into my being.  James, being the adventurer he is, feels the same way.  We both agree you could not pay us enough money to live in the city.  

We ate a quick picnic lunch, and then went on an exploring adventure.  Violet had so much fun!  She realllllly wanted off the leash so she could just run and explore.  I wish she could of, but she will bolt, and we know it.  But she still really enjoyed herself.  She is a fearless explorer.  Sometimes we catch ourselves wanting to protect her like a 2 year old, and then have to remember she is a dog... she can do it!  

We walked a long trail that goes along the river and I found lots of treasures along the way.  The last time we were down there, the trail was all over grown with weeds and vines so you couldn't even walk down it.  So it was really fun to explore it this time.  Im looking forward to summer, and I pray we get some rain so we can actually get into this beautiful water!  We need it so bad.

I took some better pics of the treasures I found when I got home, so Ill share them soon.  If you can, go have yourself a little adventure this weekend.  You never know what a spontaneous picnic lunch will bring!

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IN THE STILLNESS OF SURRENDER

Different forms of this quote above have been popping into my life alot the past week or so.   I have always felt that the universe holds me and supports me, in ways much deeper than I can do myself at times.  But even in that trusting, there are times when things seem so big, or so deep, that it is hard to just allow and trust.

I have been a little quiet in this space as far as personal stuff goes.  My heart is being pulled in many directions right now, through future dreams, and past wounds that still need alot of healing.  Im in a place right now where I need to be a bit quieter and reserved with my thoughts... Which will mean alot more on the surface posts, like outfits and random photos... For the time being.  I will come out of my shell again, but there are times when healing really needs to be done in a quiet safe place, and this is one of them.  And some of my dreams stirring in my heart are way out of my control at the moment, so surrendering to the flow of the universe is what Im trying to do.  A much harder journey for me than trying to make something happen. 

My quieter, behind the scenes connections have meant so much to me lately.  There are a few women who have made me feel so held, and I am so very grateful for their love.  Actually in a knee dropping kind of way.  I wish so badly these ladies were right down the road so I could have a cup of jo and sit on the couch with them over these conversations.  But I will take what I can get! 

Please just hold me in this space for a while.  And know that even though you may be seeing alot outfit posts, giveaways and photos of my creations lately, there is an ocean below the surface, and Im learning to ride its waves at the moment.

SWEET FREEDOM // GUEST POST

Today Im here with a guest post from Sweet Freedom, a lovely bohemian inspired jewelry shop.  These images are from one of her latest photoshoots.  I love the mix of denim and sweet florals.

Here is what she has to say about her shop:

 

Sweet Freedom is about living in your own truth, Life isn't worth living if you're not being authentically you!

I love designing pieces that are pretty with a little edge! My designs are inspired by Native American, Rocker and Bohemian style! Each piece is unique and made with love.

I am so thankful to all that are supporting my gift and I hope each piece brings sweet freedom into your lives!

You can visit her at her shop // blog // facebook // twitter

 

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