Amazing Things Come From Chicago
Like OK Go.
If you have never heard of this band before- you are living an incomplete life.
Despite the fact that their second album was not very enjoyable… they hands down, make the best music videos out there.
ALL of their music could suck, and I would still love them- Simply because their ability to produce one of a kind, super entertaining videos is absolutely amazing. Enjoy! :)
First Time
“When was the last time, You did something for the first time.”
If you are like me, tried to answer that question, and literally couldn’t think of anything… shame on us!
Life is way to short… I’m making it a goal of mine, to do one thing each month that is new, exciting, and refreshing.
Shouldn’t be too hard, right?! I’ll let you know how it goes. :)
XO- Erica Marie
Wants
Five things I’ve been wanting to do, that make me happy:
1. Start taking photography classes again. I’m obsessed with black and white FILM photography. Nothing like seeing your own pictures develope right in front of your eyes! I also love darkrooms and miss the feeling that comes with being in one.
2. I want to learn to sew. So I can do my own alterations… not a chance! I want to make a quilt. I LOVE quilts and have been wanting to make one for a few years now.
3. I want to stop wasting so much time watching TV, and aimlessly clicking around on the internet. And just to clarify, Pinterest does not fall under that category- that is time well spent! :)
Simple things that make me happy, that I would like to do more of: taking nightly walks, reading, playing one of the thirty board games that we have, and just curling up on the couch with a glass of wine talking with my husband.
4. I want to find a scrapbooking buddy- and make a night out of it at least once a month. I’m not even going to acknowledge how behind I am.
5. Travel more. Just because we are saving for a house, doesn’t mean that we can’t travel. Traveling doesn’t have to involve packing a suitcase and getting on a plane. There are so many amazing places to go to in Arizona, thirty minutes away, and two hours away. I want to pack up the car, roll down the windows, and drive.
Valentine’s Day Wish List
Valentine’s Day is just 8 days away!
While I’m stumped on what to do for my husband- I’ve come across many great ideas for us ladies! Enjoy! :)
XO- Erica Marie
- A Girl Can Never Have Too Many Pink OPI
Framed Print
- Custom Initial Necklace
- T&CO Key Charm Necklace
For You & Your Love To Fill Out
Hearts Appear With Warm Beverage Inside! :)
The Happiness Project
FOUR Splendid Truths
First: To be happier, you have to think about feeling good, feeling bad, and feeling right, in an atmosphere of growth.
Second: One of the best ways to make yourself happy is to make other people happy; One of the best ways to make other people happy is to be happy yourself.
Third: The days are long, but the years are short.
Fourth: You’re not happy unless you think you’re happy.
If you haven’t read The Happiness Project you need to. It’s a very inspiring book, on how to be happy. The Four Splendid Truths are just the beginning. The Happiness Project is filled with 12 simple, yet super challenging goals to better yourself and those around you.
[Chapters include: Boost Energy, Remember Love, Aim Higher, Lighten Up, Be Serious About Play, Make Time For Friends, Buy Some Happiness, Contemplate The Heavens, Pursue A Passion, Pay Attention, Keep A Contented Heart, and Book Camp Perfect.]
I recommend this book to anyone in a rut, anyone wanting to be more positive, and to anyone wanting to learn to appreciate more of the little things life has to offer.
XO- Erica Marie
So True.
I absolutely LOVE when I come across things that make me think “so true” and this is one has to be one of my favorites. I love it so much, I wanted to share!
