Day 01

I spent this gorgeous day with some gorgeous people.

I believe in the amount of happiness you have in your life reflects on the happiness in your surroundings. So thats what I had today, happiness around me.

Today I started off with some bomb Parfait. 

 Sam & I went shopping and then hit up Buddyz for some Summer Shandy's.

Changes

Things are going to change.

A lot has happened in the time I have been MIA from chic nomad so things are going to change on here as well.....

Starting with Day 01.

Chances Are...

Here's my grandpa's old Gibson
And a girl of no importance
A shot of whiskey sitting on the bar
Yeah I used to give a damn, I used to try real hard
But I'll give in tonight, chances are

Chorus
One foot on the narrow way
And one foot on the ledge
Sifting through the devil's lies
From what the good book says
If I'm goin' any where
I'll probably go too far
Probably away from you
Chances are, chances are

There's a lonely corner waiting
To seats left for playing
I'll tell her everything she wants to hear

I'm not worse love this making
I'm better at the breakin'
A guy like me knows how to disappear

Chorus
One foot on the narrow way , and one foot on the ledge
Sifting through the devil's lies, from what the good book says
If I'm goin' any where
I'll probably go too far
Probably away from you
Chances are, chances are

Hold me like I mean it
Say 'til you believe it
And we'll see if we can fill an empty heart
But I won't tell you what the chances are

Chorus
One foot on the narrow way , and one foot on the ledge
Sifting through the devil's lies, from what the good book says
If I'm goin' any where
I'll probably go too far
Probably away from you
Chances are, chances are

I grew great inspiration from this song. Chances are is going to be my theme for the new year. Going with the flow and flowing heart is what I am going to lean towards.

Happy New Year to all and wishes to the best.

Kisses

My Leading Man

Garrett Hedlund

I first discovered my love and semi obsession with Garrett Hedlund when Buddha and saw Troy in theaters years ago (2004)! I was so convinced it was Brad Pitt's brother in real life. He is creating a household name for himself. 

Then with Friday Night Lights, Four Brothers (4th fav movie on my list), Eragon (omg loved), Georgia Rule (hated! but loved him with those long locks), Death Sentence, and now with Tron Legacy and On the Road (2011) (new fav book) he has created quit a name for himself. 

 With those eyes, that smile, his hair. I melt every time. I can't not wait till Tron Legacy!!! Below is a lil sexiness.

NEW YORK NEW YORK

January 16-22

Look out New York City, you won't know what hit you.

Booked my ticket to go visit my 3 best friends ever in New York City!! So excited!

10 things that make me happy

Live Creating Yourself by Alaina Kaczmarksi, a fellow Chicagoan, gave me a little inspiration to format my blog and kick off my "Top..." blog entries. 

Put a smile to your face no matter what you do but always remember to be happy on the inside. 

1. Photography

From the light, to the still movement, to concept of a photo the beauty pops in that one second that is captured forever. Photography makes me happy because it does last a lifetime.

2. Old Cathedrals

When I was a little girl my grandfather was a big influence on my religious up bringing. One of his favorite things was to take us to old Cathedrals all over the Midwest. I have been to churches from northern Wisconsin all the way down south on the tip of Louisiana. He thought the history and the stories behind the beautifully crafted arches were inspiration worth seeing. It was what made him happy so that made me happy. And till this day one thing I love to look at when traveling to a new place is their churches, cathedrals or any time of religious sanctuary. Not only are they a place of peace and love they also are history and art. 

3. Cooking

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE cooking. Food makes me happy and cooking makes me even happier. Cooking for others probably makes me the happiest. Watching people I love enjoying food that I have taken the time to perfect makes my heart all warm and fuzzy

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4. My Bed

That picture is NOT my bed, but that would inspire some whimsical dreams. My bed makes me beyond happy. After a long day of work or play the best thing to look forward to is a comfortable bed and that’s what I do.

5. Scarves

Blue, black, patterned, or textured any scarf makes me smile!

6. Old movies

One thing I love and will always brighten my day is old movies. Black and white or vintage color. The music, the drama, the love makes anyone happy.

7. Acoustic music

I grew up around music. Hearing acoustic music makes me remember the good times growing up around the smooth sounds of my 12 string blonde gibson guitar. 

8. Invitations

I have this new obsession with paper. Crafting and folding sheets into finished products of imagination is worth making anyone happy. (MaeMae Paperie is one of my new fav paper sites to explore)

9. Kettle Corn popcorn in a metal bowl

Simple yet specific.

10. Going out to eat

Going out to eat is a hobby of mine. An expensive hobby but never the less one that makes me happy, also my stomach doesn’t complain.

10.a Silverware

Silverware is one thing that makes me happy more then anything. I get getty and down right smiley when I see a new piece of silver that I think is out of this world. One goal of mine (long term) is to own my own silver courture company. I am determined to make it possible.

Poke

I couldn't be more proud of my close friend Salva. He co-wrote, directed, produced and edited this music video. Featured in the video are out friends Mehdi and Cristi who are actually dating in real life. I was so impressed by everyone who had a hand in making this video. I know how much Salva put into this and it shows.

I found this music video to be moving in so many different ways. I smiled, cried, laughed, awwed and even showed a little anger. It shows that love can come and go and should we shouldn't take it for granted. 

I am so thankful to have friends like these who are so bright in so many different areas. I wanted to share this video in light that it touches someone else like it has done for me. 

"Love can be distant, but I will never stop loving you"- Waka Waka

"Poke" by Salva Stamatti