Thursday, August 30, 2012

Weekend Escape - Bits, Bobs, & Bikes

I went back to McKinney, my new favorite place of escape, on Saturday for some wandering, meandering, browsing, and a few other "-ings". ;) The regular ol' days of the week are rarely filled with such lovely, photogenic moments, so it's nice to find a place of inspiration and escape from the day-to-day stresses of life. I'm juggling lots of emotions at the moment. Most of them are very exciting while others are causing my current headache right between the eyes. Like I said before, I have a a few things going on that are un-blogable at the moment. (Blogable? Let's just pretend that is a real word for a minute.) Even though they are un-blogable and a bit stressful, they are good and exciting! I need to focus on the positive parts right now and just be patient.

So, these little weekend trips might not reflect my daily life but they do reflect a lot of inspiration and moments of happiness that I want to remember. A beautiful bike filled with fragrant flowers that I wanted to ride away on, a giant crochet blanket hung from the wall, a jar of vintage pin cushions that bring back memories of my grandma, and ballet slippers hanging on the wall of a furniture shop, reminding me of my short-lived days of dance in elementary school. On the surface they are just snapshots of a small weekend adventure but they are also snapshots of a life in transition. A life learning new things and appreciating the changes of the future. I keep telling myself everything will work out in the end and I know, eventually, it will.

I can't rush my life away so I might as well appreciate the beautiful moments of life in front of me and patiently wait for the ones beyond.

I'm sure most of us are dealing with some form of stress right now. I hope it all works out for you soon, too. :)

Have a great day!


20 comments:

  1. stress is a terrible thing but there is nothing better than taking a deep breath and slowing down the pace - a day at a time :) pretty vintagey things are also a bonus! X

    p.s good luck in your mysterious and intriguing un-blogable pursuits!

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    1. Thanks so much Annie! Deep breaths are always helpful. :)

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  2. I'm right there with you! It's hard to keep up with day to day tasks if you are stressed or waiting. I hope to hear good news from you soon!

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  3. What absolutely beautiful images! What a great way to unwind!

    Becky
    xx

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  4. I understand the feelings you're feelings at the moment. It's hard to not be consumed by the negative things happening in life. But what good does that do? I hope things get better sooner than later for you.

    - tianna :)

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    1. Exactly! Worrying over little things never solves anything.

      I really appreciate it Tianna. :)

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  5. These are super beautiful photos and very inspirational indeed :]


    Xo,
    ♥ Emily

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  6. McKinney is such a sweet place to visit! How adorable is the vintage suitcase and bike!! Inspiration all around!! Thanks for taking us along. Have a wonderful day! xo Heather

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  7. Ooooooh that bike and the crochet blanket - divine doesn't go anyway to explaining how totally gorgeous they are ... I love to crochet, but hanker after finding a beautiful vintage piece like that - its almost impossible to come by, here in the UK ... clearly I need a trip to the US!!!
    xx

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  8. From one stressed blogger to another, thanks for the reminders to appreciate the moments as they happen. :) Patience certainly is a virtue, isn't it? Love your vintage finds!

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    1. Yes it is! Thank you for the encouragement! :)

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  9. Your blog is adorable and inspiring, and so are you! I am sure that you will get through the stressful and unblogable times. Take care.

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    1. Thanks so much for the encouraging words! :)

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  10. ooh, the place is really beautiful and unique..
    Too bad, in my country it's very hard to find a place like that :(

    glarery.blogspot.com - Love isn't always in the form of a flower

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  11. what a beautiful post! and the most beautiful photo's....and I'm sure it will all work out for you as well:)

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  12. My fingers and toes are crossed for you that everything will turn out bright right and sparkly for you :) and be well worth the discomfort of any current stress .. For after all what is a diamond ...?. But a lump of coal that has withstood extreme pressure to become a super precious and highly valued gem .. Just like you :) hope that helps you the next time the yucky stresses attack
    Hugs gypsy

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  13. a dream place! i wish we had something like that here. it sure is a good place to relax.

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  14. Those pincushions reminded me of my grandma too! She was a really talented seamstress ... too bad I don't take after her. Looks like a nice place to spend the day and forget life's everyday worries!

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