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[es]sential living.

Grace — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 02:16:12 +0000

There are aspects of my personality that seem to be in conflict. For instance, I like nice things but I believe in living a simple life. I’ve spent years struggling with this. It wasn’t until recently that I learned how to appease both sides of my seemingly schizophrenic values. A dear friend recommended a lovely read called ‘Sensual Home’. The content went much further than interior decor. It opened my mind to this lifestyle, this mindset, of allowing all of your senses to be satisfied. Surround yourself in things that make you happy, that make your space beautiful. Master the art of bathing. Allow your bed to become your nest, a safe-haven of sorts. Let yourself enjoy rich, wholesome foods that do something for your taste buds that processed foods couldn’t even dream of doing. Since I have applied some of this to my life, I seem to get a lot more enjoyment out of things. And I don’t have any of the guilt that I thought I would. By no means am I overindulging in the trivial or materialistic. I am simply, no longer denying my senses. These are the things that have made my life that much more enjoyable:

+ flokati rug.

+ wide assortment of non-synthetic blankets.

+ crystals to cast light rainbows across my apartment.

+ patchouli, sandalwood and jasmine essential oils.

+ fresh mint for my morning water.

+ 100% silk slips to wear as nightgowns.

+ the perfect pair of jeans.

life is never what you expect.

Grace — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 04:38:11 +0000

Wearing: Boutique Cape//UO Sheer Dress//JC Shoes.

Nothing is stagnant. Or I should say, life isn’t stagnant. People can choose to be. Although, as you will soon [soon being subjective] come to agree, this isn’t the suggested route. You’ll quickly find yourself left behind. People should be ever growing. Ever learning. Ever evolving. It’s great to have a plan of action for your life–but you have to exercise your control for those inevitable hurdles. Sure, panic and self-pity may seem like the easiest medicine to administer. You will be digging your own grave though. Pick yourself up, re-route and grow. [My] life is ever changing.

sun sun sun

Grace — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 05:44:27 +0000

There’s no kind of high, like the high of spending time appreciating nature. Disconnecting from more humanistic creations and technology [camera and tripod excluded]. It’s a great way to recharge. Which is so essential when you live in a fast-paced whirlwind of a city, such as Los Angeles. Not that I don’t LOVE living in the city. Quite the opposite. Sometimes you just need to ground yourself for a second before you jump back into the thick of it.

H&M Sweater Dress//Thrifted Wannabe-Hunters//Borrowed Necklace.

hi new year.

Grace — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 06:09:20 +0000

So last year I made this bold assertion that I was going to be happy all the time. Turns out it wasn’t so bold after all. Just takes some determination and being proactive when it comes to your thoughts. And no this isn’t new age, hippy, psychic [insert any number of poorly chosen adjectives meant to be used in a derogatory way] babble. Yes, I may have a growing obsession with crystals, prefer candles or string lights to overhead lighting, burn incense like its going out of style (by the way, its not), and stare at the sky in utter fascination for hours, but I really think I’m on to something here.

In fact, I have three moleskins and all of 2012 dedicated to this project. Which, I’m sure will end up becoming my life thereafter. The plan mostly is to focus my life on things that I love. Such as creativity, yoga, nature, writing and music. Fortunately for me, nearly all those things are one in the same. Oh yes, and Squarectomy! I’ve missed this creative outlet. AND I finally have a camera again. Meaning, all of my dear readers will get to see countless self portraits and California sunsets.

Happy Reading! And Happy 2012! And thanks for sticking it out with me.

oui.

Grace — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 06:23:56 +0000

Vintage Sexy Time Slip//Stolen Tights//Borrowed Knee Highs//F21 Bralette//Here & There Jewelry.

Trying this new thing called, be happy all the time.

are you a hypnotist.

Grace — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 03:25:15 +0000

Sometimes I get ready far too fast and then pass the time (and boost my ego) with a photobooth sesh.

And sometimes I dress like a silhouette.

And sometimes I make super short posts.

So safe.

its been a minute.

Grace — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 23:12:13 +0000

You know those moments when life kicks in and so many things seem moot or trivial? Well take that moment and amplify it until you think your brain is about to blow. And that is my summer.

First summer in Los Angeles. Complete! And boy was it a doozy. I have met more people whose stories, ambitions and life dreams are inspiring (to put in the simplest, most concise manner–although the abridged version may be too boiled down…) in the past three months, than I have in the past twenty-five years of my life. I have seen some of the most beautiful sights, small and grand alike! My own ambitions and dreams have been challenged, forgotten, and then reinstated in the most dramatic and permanent way possible. I have met one of the most beautiful souls embodied in a fellow new Los Angeleno embodied in my soon-t0-be business partner! Oh, and I’ve cut off all my hair. Basically, life in LA is gorgeous.

I am really excited to be back in the swing of things. (And to have survived the mad whirlwind–not that the forecast is going to change to anything less thrilling…) I’m even more excited to share it with all of you! Welcome home!

i dream in mohair, velvet, and wool.

Grace — Fri, 13 May 2011 15:20:35 +0000

Here’s the problem with having a place to yourself, it becomes a bit of an obsession at first. Now I realize that if that’s the magnitude of my issues, I am pretty well off. True. Regardless, my apartment has invaded my dreams! Even when I sleep I’m plagued with all the possibly ways to furnish and decorate my home. They make for some gorgeous dreams though. I’m itching to start a little art project similar to that last image now. I think it’s high time I add carpentry and woodworking to my roster of (un)necessary skills.

lets start over.

Grace — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 04:11:11 +0000

So I’ve disappeared for a month. Terribly sorry about that. A bit of family and personal things that needed my attention. Life seems to get in the way of itself sometimes. Speaking of life, mine is going to change. And not just in those little ways that it tends to do everyday. But in a major way. Major enough to be taking me out of the country at the end of this year. It all starts with Lake Palau. Let’s talk in the now though. My dad got a new toy that I very much want to steal from him before I leave. Mamiya RZ67. It’s gorgeous. And it produces some gorgeous images. Also, a very much belated thank you Lola Paige for letting me play in this adorable eyelet romper!

Wearing: Romper by Lola Paige//Crocheted Cross by Ebay//Boots by No Name.

Photo Credit to Mark Gulley.

youlagy.

Grace — Sun, 20 Feb 2011 04:00:07 +0000

It’s a little sad how shut off from everything we can be. Because in all actuality, there is inspiration to be drawn from damn near everything. I suppose our eyes are just shut half the time. I’m trying to stay aware of this and be more turned on to my surroundings. With time I will be better. Speaking of time passing and things progressing (that’s what I was speaking about, right?) I’ve been ‘researching’ other successful bloggers and trying to find the secret. Well let me speak of Rumi, since she is one of the most successful. I mean if she’s recognizable by her first name only… well you know what I’m getting at. I went three years back on her site, to the very beginning. Watching her transformation and style evolution was extraordinary. She really is just like the rest of us, she just persevered and kept at it. She made something of herself. That experience has reenergized me. The secret, oh yes! Look for it in an upcoming post. And now some images that I find inspirational, so should you…