We all want to be somewhere better than we are right now. I've spent this past week livin in my head, just wondering what if. What if I had gone away from home for college? What if I would've said yes to *insert something/someone here*? What if, what if, what if? It all started when … Continue reading When You Start to Question ‘What if?’
Author: Katie
in love with words & this life of mine.
Taking a Break from Instagram
Long post that i’m sure no one will read or care about but it’s fine. I think about this day sometimes. I love yellow. Its happy and bright and lovely, which is exactly how I felt in this photo. I went through a dark phase for awhile- everything was in shades of blue and black … Continue reading Taking a Break from Instagram
Taking Good Care of Yourself
It's so important to take care of yourself. Mentally, physically, spiritually, emotionally... in every way possible. Put yourself first always. I knew that I needed to start dedicating more time to myself in order for me to finally obtain happiness. Mentally: Every time something bad happens or something doesn't go as planned/my way, I make … Continue reading Taking Good Care of Yourself
A Sestina- for my nephew
Your little hands wrap around my finger It was then that I understood how a heart can grow in size, even for something so little. Outside, the sun has just risen, the beams of light shining on your delicate face. I softly hum lullabies to you in the quiet. There was one thing that … Continue reading A Sestina- for my nephew
My Trip to Colorado – costs, travel tips, etc.
I've always wanted to travel. I think it's the experience that is so alluring to me- learning new cultures, meeting new people, getting to see different environments. That's why I always keep my eye on flights. This year I was able to go to New York City, California, Gatlinburg, Florida, and Colorado. I made a … Continue reading My Trip to Colorado – costs, travel tips, etc.
Self Love Poem.
Though you might think that I am weak, I am the thunder in the morning that wakes you, and I am the breeze that kisses your cheek. I am built of golden hair, impulsive tattoos, rosy cheeks, poetry, and I know who I am. I am resilient like a rooted tree in the middle of … Continue reading Self Love Poem.
“Don’t Judge a Book by its Cover”
Reminiscing on my summer of travels. I traveled to California, NYC, Saranac Lake, Gatlinburg, Florida, North Carolina- and I can’t choose a favorite. It was so magical to find the little treasures within each place. To think that people lived there. Memories happened there. Each person who calls that place their home has a local … Continue reading “Don’t Judge a Book by its Cover”
Tips for First Year of College
First off, change in general is overwhelming and terrifying. For most people anyways. I am one of those people who see change approaching and automatically break into a sweat and think about everything that is going to be different. Starting college is a huge change. You go from being in one building filled with the … Continue reading Tips for First Year of College
The Meaning Behind My ‘Create’ Tattoo
cre·ate krēˈāt/ verb to bring (something) into existence. I believe one of the main reasons I was put on this earth is to c r e a t e . To create a life of happiness and passion. To bring light and creativity into existence for others and for myself. My whole life i’ve been … Continue reading The Meaning Behind My ‘Create’ Tattoo
Reasons Why I Journal
Obviously, I have a passion for writing. This didn’t just come up out of the blue though. I’ve actually been scribbling out words in diaries and journals since I was a little girl. I fill the pages with my deepest thoughts and secrets, lessons that i’ve learned, letters to God and other impactful people, … Continue reading Reasons Why I Journal
