A Letter to My Younger Self

Dear past me…you can do this, love me. I have been writing in journals since I was 10. Writing always made me feel calmer, was a way to release my feelings and once it was down on paper I could let it go and close the book. There was something special about picking the perfect journal pen, finding the journal that spoke to me and completing the pages. And now I’d like to write a letter to my younger self.

Have you ever thought about what you would say or how tight you would hug yourself or try to show pictures of how your life would turn out? And then I remember, I might not have listened…even to me.

In my twenties, I wanted to figure it out by listening to my own heart and picking the right road. Bella, did you ever just jump in? I was cautious, caring and tried to lean on others for their experiences. Probably because I lost my mother at a young age. Which made me grow up really quickly AND have to find a different circle to bounce ideas off of. Because your Mother, no matter the relationship, is your person that guides you.

I was always looking to fill that huge hole left. Sometimes I got it right and other times wrong.

Which is why the advice I would give to my younger self is... Trust Yourself. Trust that the ups and the downs are a part of learning & growing. That not everyone you meet will become family and stay in your life, BUT you can learn from them and give back.

If you decide to leap off the cliff (I did by moving to San Francisco without knowing anyone at all) it will eventually be OK. Not without blood, sweat and tears, but without that it can’t pay off in a glorious way that you never saw coming. And that’s the point…you can never see the end of the tunnel because you aren’t in control of it.

Follow your heart as one day a little one will be following your every move.

Positive thinking, love and hard work is the only way to move through that tunnel. So, younger self take a deep breath, it will all be OK and different then the worries that are keeping up at night. Listen to your inner voice, surround yourself with amazing people and smile Bella. And one more thing... Ahi Poke is amazing, addictive and can be found in so many countries!

Room Inspiration: Lifestyle Color

Where do you get your lifestyle room inspiration from? Do you think about how your room is going to treat you, all the memories made or how much time you'll spend there? Wait you don't..it's only me. No wonder, I'm smiling as I write to you from my favorite room. Here are some pics to get you started Bella...

I love the feeling I have when I'm in a colorful room, especially when one wall is painted a solid color. (For four years, I lived with a mint green wall in my apartment's family room.) Living in San Francisco you have to be creative with smaller living spaces. Which is why I think color can cheer up any room. And then there's something to be said for a clean, white laundry room that has built in cubbies for organization. Is this where I confess to you that if I could, I would live at The Container Store? Yes I really am that girl!

Retro Pink Blush Chic Pics

Happy May to you sweet Bella and boy did it come fast. May is one of my favorite months because of the flowers, stronger sunlight and it's young Bella's birthday and our anniversary. So let's get some May inspiration from these lovely retro pink blush pics.

Embroidered cap sleeve fall wedding dress...so beautiful I cannot breathe.

Kate Spade new york 52mm Retro sunglasses- Blush in Pink. I mean...amazing and for a good price.

Bentley Home Retro Bright Style Sofa- Blush & Teal

Blush Pink | Cupcakes for Breakfast (blog crush).

Converse One Star Suede Ox (Pink Blush) | Please hold as I order these!

Chic New Year Wedding Decor Ideas with edible glitter on cupcakes pop.

Pink Sunsets on Pinterest.

Oh la la that was a breath of fresh air. I am a sucker for a blush, soft, ballerina pink...are you Bella? Sometimes we get lucky to have incredible pink sunsets in Northern California. I promise to take a picture for you next time. Happy May lovelies!

Inspirational Weekend Quote

Today's inspirational weekend quote speaks volumes to me. I love this quote...don't you Bella? How many times have you thought you were in control only to find that things unfold the way they were meant to? And, you might have helped open the door slightly, but it was really out of your hands.

Accepting that the right door will open easily, waiting for that day to come and learning to be patient... can change everything.

Do you believe that someone else is in control and driving your car? Have you banged your head trying to open a door that wasn't meant for you? Well, I try to look at the problem like a puzzle. If all the pieces fit easily, then that puzzle was meant for me.

Many times in my life, I have been presented with two roads to choose from. I promise myself after reflection, righting down pros & cons, talking to my trusted circle that no matter which road I choose never to wonder about the other. (OK sometimes I can't help myself).

Then trusting in your heart, letting go and believing in yourself will help you in whatever doors do open. The problem you are facing was sent to you for a reason. You can either learn from it or stand in front of a closed door. Whatever will be will be Bella! What do you think of this quote?