PrettyOddBird

Liked v. Likable Instead of worrying about being liked, nurture the components of yourself that are likable. For me, it's kindness, respectfulness, and gratitude.  #BeYourself 

Yay! It's almost time for my all-time favorite holiday. The mystery, the spookiness, and the opportunity to become anything from your childhood superhero to a sandwich condiment. All creativity streams unleashed. Pumpkins & parties & candy galore - the night is yours for the reaping. Happy Halloween!

So soothing a burning fire, How flaming embers can evoke such warm affections, Placating the passion for solitude. So fine is fire that we feel so deeply, Half so smooth as wine that taste of bitter nostalgia.  Crackling calm that spritely dances, Not to ponder but to know All the comforted offerings of celestial night... 2012, 14 Hands Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon

Always inspired by the beautiful, vibrant decor of this loving home. <3

Last night, I ended an already incredible weekend by attending a  Matisyahu concert at the Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach. This is one of my favorite San Diego venues because of its acoustics and excellent location. Solana Beach is a beautiful quaint city on the coast, and the Belly Up Tavern is just two blocks from the beach. I highly recommend having dinner and perhaps a pre-game cocktail at a nearby restaurant before hitting a live show.  Matisyahu , although far from the traditionally clad Hasidic Jewish performer I had long envisioned, put on a stellar show. His vocal range and quick-spitted lyrics left me buzzing. My hands flew skyward as I felt the powerful surge of reggae vibes penetrate the air.  Matisyahu , with his grey hair, white pants, and funky dance moves, left me smiling and deeply satisfied. Many thanks to him for a great performance!

But I have found that in the simple act of living with hope, and in the daily effort to have a positive impact in the world, the days I do have are made all the more meaningful and precious. And for that I am grateful. Elizabeth Edwards

Along with every other fun-loving person on the planet, I have a deep obsession for the desert paradise of Las Vegas, Nevada. My affinity for the place began when I was a kid. My family would take trips to visit my grandparents, who lived near the Strip.  From the "ding! ding! ding!" of colorful slot machines to the rumbling rattles of quarters hitting metal (a sound sorely missed), to the dry, hot heat blowing through my hair, Las Vegas has always been a city near to my heart. Below are some of the things I like to do when in town: Food :  Ferraro's Italian Restaurant (phenomenal) *Earl of Sandwich inside the Paris - affordable & delicious for a quick bite! Activities:  Circus Circus (a childhood favorite) Liquid Pool Party at Aria Fremont Street/Downtown Las Vegas - Always a treat to stop in for some zip-lining or a fried Twinkie Shows: Cirque du Soleil (I've only seen Zumanity but would absolutely love to see more)

Pinecones Fat, round, delicate wooden flowers, Robust with rigid petals. Cloudy-scented memories of autumn, The taste of butterscotch in the frigid air. Pinecones dance a free-fall jig, rapturous & free. Before found desolate, serenely on the forest floor. Proudly beautiful, Each thorn-tipped ridge an echo of perfection. From bright umber to deep brown, Each wooden bundle a reflection of the fall.

It took me a while to embrace my quirky eye for unique patterns & colors, first with clothing and then with interior design. I have a strong appreciation for an individual's style in their most intimate settings, and I love seeing beauty inside a home. I am currently on the mission of re-decorating my place with warm, fun colors, with a touch of chic pizazz. Current colors: dark brown, mauve, teal. New wall fixture. (Thinking of adding some photos)           Inspiration <3    

As a self-proclaimed music buff, I had a thought for a hip hop collabo I would love to see. Iggy Azalea, a deliciously feisty bombshell from Australia, has exploded onto the scene. I'm loving the sexy, spicy style Iggy's bringing to the table - not to mention - the music is good. The street lyrics of a hardknock life combined with a catchy beat & girl power attitude - the ladies are eating it up, myself included. So, a popular comparison between Iggy Azalea  & the legendary Gwen Stefani  has arisen, which sparked my need for these two to make a song together. Gwen set the bar for hardcore hot chics, along with creating a tornado of amazing music that bordered alernative, pop, & rap. Now we have young Iggy, explosive and sexual but brimming with potential, with a similar sound & style. This should totally happen! MIMS.. Happy Monday =)

If I could feel everything, I would take it all. Retrace every moment until it tasted electric on my tongue. Feel every urgent drop of life Fill me up from the inside out.