Fall, so Soon?

Living in Florida has taught me quite a bit:

• Avoid beaches at all costs on: every. single. holiday.
• You don't have to smile and be friendly when you're sopping in sweat.
• Deodorant is necessary. Always. Winter time? Wear deodorant. 
• You've never really seen flooding until you've been here for an entire July.
• Air conditioning is important. Unless death sounds appealing, of course.
• Carry a beach bag in your vehicle always (one of my favorite things I've learned).
• Carry an umbrella with you everywhere from June-August.
• Outside events are only {truly} fun from September-March, unless you <3 sweat
• So it rained.. don't expect it to cool off, unless...

FALL IS COMING.

Something helpful, I'd say. 

Generally when it rains in the June, July and even beginning of August months you'll get a quick storm or sprinkle followed by a laser beam of sunshine two seconds later. The temperature doesn't drop, the storm doesn't last all day and well, you still know it's summer.

Today, however, things are different.

When I woke up at 5:30 a.m. it was storming. And here we are, 3:30 p.m. and that storm is still hanging around, sprinkling, thundering, lightning, down-pouring. It has an entire cycle.

Luckily on my way to work I missed the rain (barely), but on my way home I wasn't so lucky. I felt the rain.

The cold, piercing rain. The no-longer-summer-rain. And not a peep of sunshine in the sky. Also, no use of AC today! Are we sure I'm still in Florida? 

It's still summer though, and come tomorrow {probably} summer will be back for awhile and the light beams from our beautiful sky will continue to attack our pale human bodies with extreme UV rays, thank goodness.

Still though, it's a sign. Fall is definitely on it's way, which means it's time to start prepping for fall activities. Not too soon, of course. My mom will be visiting next week and we're still going to be celebrating in the pool and at the beach.

I did, however, find these ADORABLE Halloween decorations at the Dollar Tree by my house. Each was only a dollar!! How cute?!

Xoxo,

   B!

Turning A House Into A Home

Jordan & I bought our house when we were young.

I was only 19 and he was 21.

So, really young.

At first it was the most EXCITING thing, ever. I felt so proud of myself and overjoyed with how much I loved my house.

But quickly, the new wore off and I was ready to move.
I actually hated our home.

Everywhere I turned I felt disgusted by the look of my house.
It got pretty bad.
Only living in our house a year I begged Jordan to move again and try to rent out our house.
I actually cried at one point because I hated our house so much.

How stupid, right?
But I couldn't help myself.
I thought it was ugly, falling apart and I didn't feel like dealing with it.

Boy, was I wrong.

It turns out I never really hated our house.
Instead, I just hated the fact that all of our walls were bare, we had little to no home decor and most of the cheap furniture I had bought trying to "save money" had fallen apart or began to look worn already.

Our house was just a house.

Not a home.

We needed some TLC in our home.

So, about a year ago I began. Room-by-room, wall-by-wall I began to really kick things into gear.

It wasn't easy, and it definitely was NOT cheap.

I even had to buy a new couch and dining room table along with multiple accent pieces. And pictures? Oh, I have purchased SOOOO many pictures. 

But today, I've finally reached a point where I can see the light at the end of the tunnel.
My house has finally turned itself into a HOME!

It's way more exciting than I ever thought it would be.

I'm not sure if it's because I'm finally growing up or what- but almost overnight I've gone from being completely over buying clothes and other unnecessary items to putting every purchase towards our house! And it's a wonderful feeling!

I'm thinking this week I'll start posting some photos to show everyone (:

Next week my new patio furniture will be coming and I'm hoping it's as cute in person and it is online. Eeeks, I'm excited!

My newest project? A rather large inspiring piece. I can't show you quite yet, but here is a sneak peek:

Any guesses as to what I'm up to? (;

Xoxo,

   B!

Like Robin

In life people come, and people go.
Some bring happiness, others create heartbreak.

And still, we continue day to day living, interacting, creating friendships, ending friendships, bringing new loves into our lives and saying goodbye to those who meant something important to us- at least at one point

But sometimes this goodbye isn't a choice.

Instead, it may unfair. Misunderstood. Heartbreaking. 

A forever goodbye.

Tonight, like you all, I read the sad, heartbreaking news that Robin Williams has passed away. Immediately I felt a sadness in my heart. I almost physically cried thinking of all the wonderful joys he's brought to my life personally and how I'll never be able to enjoy any NEW joys from him. 

I've seen post after post about how upset everyone is, how he was so loved by the world that knew him as an actor, comedian or overall good guy. A man of wise words, inspiring work and everlasting impact on our chaotic world. Can you imagine?

If only he had known just how loved he was by the world, and I can only imagine the love his family has for him- as a relative, comedian, actor, friend, inspiration. 

My thoughts lie here: We should all strive to be like Robin. We all have issues, but we're all on the same boat together, just trying to keep afloat. Even through his pain he brought laughter, tears of joy and overall warm hearts all throughout the world. WE need to be more like. Bring joy to others even when we do not feel joy ourselves. 

And even more, we should learn to reach out to those who are in pain- depression is no laughing matter and it is very serious. Always smile, compliment and be kind to others. You never know what they're carrying on their shoulders. 

RIP Robin Williams <3

A personal favorite of his!

Featuring: Now

today, currently, right at this moment-

NOW.

No seriously, right this second.

Where you are currently sitting, what you are currently thinking, how you are currently feeling.

It's all so temporary.

And yet, we're all so eager for our futures and reminiscent of our pasts.

But what about now?

It's time we stop paying so much attention to what could have been, should have been and might of been along with what will be, might be and could be and really begin focusing on our todays. 

It's the stuff that matters.

That concert next month might be amazing, and it really sucks that you and your significant other broke up last month. But dwelling on your break-up or wanting to pass by the next four weeks for one (hopefully) great night of fun is the wrong way of life. 

LIVE FOR TODAY.

You've heard them all, "Tomorrow isn't promise" and all kinds of other cliche remarks that make you feel a bit enlightened and inspired about life for a short-time. But maybe it's time you really listened and truly became one with the life that you live. 

And perhaps you're today is really just shit. No worries. A day can only last so long - 24 hours in fact (I know you were wondering). And then there will be tomorrow. And luckily for you you're allowed to feel completely different tomorrow than you do today.

It's temporary, remember?

And so when you do feel like each day seems to pass by with nothing changing and yet you look back realizing everything has changed know that it wasn't because everything was the same but that because you were too busy focusing on things like the past or the future you missed out on all the beautiful changes.

Embrace life today. Love life today. 

Xoxo,

   B~