Today is THE DAY. Today, I will go with the flow.

Horoscope of the Day: 
A relationship that is central to your life may be going through a kind of metamorphosis.  If you can imagine the chrysalis of a future butterfly.  It isn't very pretty. It's simply a little bit of fluff that the soon-to-be butterfly inhabits before bursting into full bloom.  Your life with a certain person may now be dull. But you are going through a period of growth. Allow yourself to grow and bloom. Allow yourself to see the possibilities. If you can ride out a rough  period, Libra, you will have something beautiful very soon. 

Words of Wisdom for the Day: 
Go with the flow.
Let go of fear and your need to control. Relinquish anxiety. Let it slip away, as you dive into the river of the present moment, the river of your life, your place in the universe. 
Stop trying to force the direction. Try not to swim against the current, unless it is necessary for your survival. If you've been clinging to a branch at the riverside, let it go.
Let yourself move forward. Let yourself be moved forward. 
Avoid the rapids when possible. If you can't, stay relaxed. Staying relaxed can take you safely through fierce currents. If you go under for a moment, allow yourself to surface naturally. You will. 
Appreciate the beauty of the scenery, as it is. See things with freshness, with newness. You shall never pass today's scenery again! 
Don't think too hard about things. The flow is meant to be experiences. Within in, care for yourself. You are part of the flow, an important part. Work within the flow. Thrashing about isn't necessary. Let the flow help you care for yourself. Let it help you set boundaries, make decisions, and get you where you need to be when it is time. 
You can trust the flow, and your part in it. 

Look of the Day: 

Words of Wisdom for the Week

Good morning everyone,
I hope you've all had a lovely start to your week! I would like to take the opportunity to shed light on everyone's busy lives with some words of wisdom. When my life gets too busy to handle or too stressful to deal with, I like to take a break and dive into some quotes and affirmations to give me peace of mind. Allow these words to sink in and bring you some serenity.

I allow my mind to relax and be at peace.  Clarity and harmony are with me and around me.  All is well.

"Trust yourself. Create the kind of self that you will be happy to live with all your life.  Make the mist of yourself by fanning the tiny, inner sparks of possibility into flames of achievement." - Golda Meir 

I trust the process of life to take me only to my highest good. I am at peace.

"Vulnerability is not weakness. And that myth is profoundly dangerous.. I define vulnerability as emotional risk, exposure, uncertainty. It fuels our daily lives." - Brené Brown

I open my consciousness to the expansion of life. There is plenty of space for me to grow and to change

Last night I wrote my letter of resignation to my employer at Le Reve Organic Spa & Boutique in Santa Barbara because I am moving back to LA to attend Chapman University; and I must say, it was one of the hardest tasks I have ever had to complete. I could not put the right words together in order to stay profession and not sound too emotional. When I was finally done, I realized that although it is very unfortunate that I must end a really great opportunity in order to open another great door, I am in fact very fortunate to have been able to go to work each day and be as happy as I've been for the last few months. I learned something new each day, I never dreaded being at work, and I worked for a professional, understanding, patient and constructive employer. It was a serene environment, a reason to enjoy the summer sun in SB for a few months longer, and a place I've grown attached to. The next few weeks definitely won't be a count down, and will move far more quickly that I'd prefer. At the end of the day, I realized that no matter where my education takes me, I want to end up doing something I enjoy, something I am passionate about with people I love. I am a strong believer in the cliché phrase, "Everything happens for a reason" and I truly feel that this opportunity was written in my life for a reason-- to be inspired, to be appreciate and to learn that even the best of things must end.

Thank God Its Friday

Hey everyone!
It's finally Friday, and the end of the work week for most people!
I haven't posted any Friday Favorites lately.. so here it goes!

Favorite Song:

Unfortunately, the actual song begins about 1:12 minutes into the video

{{{ Walk - Foo Fighters }}}

Favorite Quote: 
"I choose to live by choice, not by chance. To make changes, not excuses. To be motivated not manipulated. To be useful, not used. To excel, not compete. I choose self-esteem, not self pity.I choose to listen to my inner voice, not the random opinions of others." - unknown

Favorite Recipe: 
Strawberry Avocado Spinach Salad:
With the warm weather, and the amazing summer fruits in the grocery stores; this light salad will satisfy your every craving!

Ingredients:
Mixed Greens or Baby Spinach
Strawberries
Candied Pecans
Goat Cheese
Avocado
Sun-dired Tomatoes
Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette
     -Dijon Mustard
     -Fresh Minced Garlic
     -Balsamic Vinegar
     -Lemon
     -Salt & Pepper

Favorite Smile: 

#puppylove #jack 

There's nothing like coming home to a sweet, loyal puppy! 

Favorite Look: 

I'm such a fan of the Swedish blogger, Kenza; all of her looks catch my eye.. LOVE!

Free yourself from negative people. - Spend time with nice people who are smart, driven and likeminded. Relationships should help you, not hurt you. Surround yourself with people who reflect the person you want to be. Choose friends who you are proud to know, people you admire, who love and respect you - people by make your day a little brighter simply by being in it. When you free yourself from negative people, you free yourself to be YOU. - and being YOU is the only way to truly live.

on a Saturday night....

Writing on a Saturday night? I know, I know.. but the most creativity comes out when you least expect it!

To all my lady Libras: 

"A change is imminent in a key relationship, Libra. At first, this may seem like a bad change to you. That's because you have gotten so used to the way things are and you fear that change will only disrupt something that has been working out perfectly well. So rather than fighting this change, try to find the reasons why it's actually a good thing. Make a list of good points, if you wish. Once you see it all down on paper, it will make more sense to you and you will understand that this change could be very positive."

Quote of the Day:

“Love isn’t practical. It doesn’t appear on command. It doesn’t let you fall for whomever you’d like. It surfaces neither at the most opportune moment nor in the most convenient. It’ll pair you with someone you might never have expected. It’ll put you face to face with endless obstacles. But in the end, none of that will matter because it’s how you overcome its obstacles that will define your love. It may not be practical, but love is ultimately the best thing that will happen to you.” -unknown