Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Balance

Sometimes I read my horoscope. Not because I'm looking for answers about my future or trust in the magical horoscope god people (whatev), but because I think the characteristics of the signs are pretty dead on.

Yesterday afternoon while procrastinating at work, I read a few of mine as well as some of my closest friends (I have to make sure theres is accurate too). Libra's sign, as I'm sure my fellow Libra friends know, is the scale....which signifies b a l a n c e & consistency. Part of me thinks that is flat out boring. Why would I want a consistent ho-drum life? That's totally not.me. horoscope peeps. But as I've thought about it more I've realized that balance & consistency is what drives a lot of things I do and not only Libras but everyone to an extent. Different activities, things, people, environments, and atmospheres create a sort of balance that is adherently fulfilling. It seems to balance in the here and now and create consistency in the long run.

I think that a part of maturing and becoming an adult is realizing that consistency is okay. It's something I've struggled with but have come more to grip with everyday in return. It's easy to fall into craving the highs and lows of life....which is way too similar to many negative addictions. Yes, life can be spontaneous and adventurous like all the independent movie love stories I dream about, but at the end of the day....this real world day we live over and over, consistency is key. Living a consistent life requires all the things we relate to the opposite-- strength, will power, effort, humility, responsibility, and appreciation. Just think, if we can find fulfillment in the everyday experiences, how amazing will the adventures be?!

Tuesday, August 2, 2011

Tuesday

Lately...


All I can think about is my new house. Did I mention that I was moving? Welp, I most surely am! Just to a new place in Atlanta. After a month of stalking every posting on craigslist, I finally found the perfect little place to rent next year with two of my friendys. It's absolutely adorable and of course I can't wait to decorate. I have huge plans for our new place (pinterest helps). Too many plans really, my goal is to actually follow through with some of them :).


I am really into bunting. You know, the cute little triangle shaped banners all over blogs and Pinterest. No, I haven't actually made any yet but I plan to. We have a screened in sunroom so I figured it would be perfect for my first attempt. I can already imagine the cuteness.


I've been wanting to work out...yes, wanting to. I have nothing else further to say about this (Who am I?)


I've been on a serious budget. This include a lot of browsing and absolutely no buying. For some reason this past month has consisted of too many oops type of incidents. New tires, phone, parking tickets, TWO rents, and other minor money crises. It really hasn't been too bad. I must say that there is a definitely a different type of rewarding feeling you experience when you are living cheaply. I like it.


I am enjoying work more. Partially to my new cube (wiiiindow) but I think it has something to do with my attitude as well. And my very positive natured friend who reminds me how blessed I am on a daily basis. Positivity really works.