Lonely or simply alone?

Thank you, Brazil, for a refreshing policy course. Curious to see how this plays out.

The world's most isolated man...at least that we know of.

Baby Adventures

This is weird but strangely adorable all at the same time...I can see myself doing this with my future children haha

Mila's Daydreams Photoshoots

A Future as Bright as the Sun

I'm committing to a future.
In some ways its short-term, but in so many others, this is a long term plan.

Ok, ready?

I'm going to travel the world.

Seriously. The world.
I have to save and plan some to get there, but I'm not letting small obstacles stop a dream that's been growing in my heart for more than a decade. And I will not be one of those people that always say they are going to see the world but never make it a priority.

So, hold to me to this.

The greatest hometown on earth

This website alone is one of the reasons I love that city...and it makes me miss it.

I'm staying in St. Louis because...

Talented Trickster

This is fantastic. I wish I had a special talent so I could trick people like this.
Check it:
Jewel Goes Undercover

Never grow old

You're never too old to have fun, just check out this grandpa:
Grandpa Gaga Dance

Today's Life Lessons

1. Cards always win in the end. Royals who?
2. The US still has a long way to go before being international super-ballers, but at least we're making strides. Too bad the World Cup only comes once every four years. Guess we just have more time to improve for our next showing.
3. Though American chai may not compare to the Kenyan variety, it still has a special power to make me feel safe and comfortable as it does when served with chapati.
4. I have no clue where I'll be a year from today, but the several ideas I've had so far make me giddy with anticipation.
5. Acts 2:44-45. Read it. Someone had me read it aloud today after giving me a window unit ac for free. I had already starred it in my bible, but it took on a whole new humbling meaning today. Now it's a challenge.

Dainty and Sweet

Watch: Vanessa Paradis for Rouge Coco

Love this advert so much. If I were a lipstick kind of girl, my consumerism would be tempted.

Joyfully Employed

I got a job! And I'm incredibly excited--excited for the work itself as well as the schedule that I'll have which will allow for plenty of friend time still!
Here's a hint: I can now consider this homework
http://greenweddingshoes.com/real-wedding-beth-joes-seattle-wedding-on-a-ferry-in-the-rain/
haha

A degree I have, a job I don't.
Mostly this is followed with a look of self pity from whomever had just asked what the next step was for me.
I don't know what I'm doing with my life. I don't know what I want to be when I grow up. I don't know if I even want the tame, settled life many of my friends run so intently after.
And I'm ok with that. I'm ok with taking my time experiencing life. I'm ok with not having all of the answers right now.
So here I am, learning how to be a grown-up without letting go of where I've come from.
"You're only as young as your dreams and as old as your cynicisms."
Come, share life with me. Enjoy.