a dream is a wish your heart makes

Here are a few fun things I'm dreaming of right now:

A nice hot bath [with a good book, of course].

A lovely new tattoo.

A pair of sassy wedges.

A couple of fun outfits for summer [and the roadtrip].

A mint green manicure and fun statement rings.

A pair of crazy leggings.

A trip to the beach [via Los Angeles].

What are some things [silly or serious] you've been dreaming of lately?

Tattoo Tuesday

I don't want to steal from Danielle, but I figured it would be fitting to do an Tattoo Tuesday post today. Last Tuesday I went to Black Cat Tattoo and got tattooed by Sean Wyett. This was taken right after it was done. Once it's completely healed I hope to get more pictures of it.

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."

Proverbs 3:5-6

"Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more important than food, and the body more important than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?

And why do you worry about clothes? See how the lilies of the field grow. They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these. If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and gone tomorrow is thrown into the fire, will he not much more clothe you, O you of little faith? So do not worry, saying 'What shall we eat?' or 'What shall we drink?' or 'What shall we wear?' For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own."

Matthew 6:25-34

Tattoos

I've been wanting a new tattoo for a while, but I'm still not sure as to what I want yet. I've been searching for inspiration. I'm thinking whatever I would get would either be on my wrist or my foot. I had thought of the verse, "I am making a way in the desert and streams in the wasteland." Isaiah 43:16-21 or even the word trust in a pretty script. Here are a few pictures that I've found in my search. If you have any tattoos, awesome pictures or ideas please feel free to share!

source: weheartit

Kat Von D

In my last 5 Things I Love post I mentioned that I love the show L.A. Ink. Not only is it an awesome show, but Kat Von D is a rockstar. She's done so much in her career and she's only 28. I find her inspiring and absolutely gorgeous.

5 Things I Love

1. Pomelos: These things are sooo good! They're similar to grapefruits, but much larger and sweeter. Some are usually pale green or yellow, while some are pink, as seen in the pictures below.

2. L.A. Ink: Heather and I started watching season 1 on Netflix a week or so ago. I absolutely LOVE this show. I'm so sad that there aren't more seasons to watch on Netflix. Kat VonD is amazing! When she puts her mind to something, nothing will stop her. I find it extremely inspiring that she was only 25 when she opened her own tattoo shop. Beware: watching the show will make you want a million tattoos. Haha.

3. Headbands by Heatherlydee: I've been helping my wonderful sister Heather make these super cute headbands for her Etsy shop. They're so cute and soooo comfy (no head squishing). Go check out her shop and buy one now! I think she might be posting some new ones in the next week or so. Watch out!

4. Victoria Beckham's Glamour March 2010 by Ellen VonUnwerth: What can I say about this? I love it! Victoria is fabulous, as always. I love the colors and light in these images.

5. Epiphanie Bags: I just got my Lola bag in the mail this week and I love it! Not only is it gorgeous, but it's the perfect camera bag with room for everything I need. They put different Epiphanie cards in the pockets, so cute!

5 Things I Love

1. Kourtney & Khloe Take Miami: I never watched Keeping Up With the Kardashians until this summer. When I found out about this spin-off I was really excited. These girls are hilarious! I'm sad the finale was Sunday but I can't wait for Khloe's wedding special November 8th!

2. Barcelona Absolutes: This is one of my favorite cds. As I've said before, these guys are AMAZING! If you get the chance, go to one of their shows! They know how to rock it! I hope they'll be playing a show down here before I move or that they'll be playing in Boise after I move home! Love 'em!

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photo source: jessica valle

3. In-n-Out: This is one thing I'm going to miss like crazy!!! After moving down here I learned about the secret menu. The Barcelona boys told us to order a Flying Dutchman once. They wouldn't tell us what it was (and I won't tell you). You have to experience it for yourself. My typical order is a #2 with the burger & fries BOTH animal style and a Coke! Love!

4. Giuliana & Bill: Don't ask me how I got hooked on this show. I just know I did and I'm OBSESSED! Giuliana is hilarious and beautiful and Bill is a great down-to-earth guy who balances her perfectly. The season finale was Wednesday and I can't wait for season 2 in January!

5. My tattoos: I got my first tattoo in May 2008. My friends Aimee and Megan came with me for moral support. It's a combination of Brett Dennen's song Make the Most and Kurt Halsey's artistic style. It's a reminder to make the most of this life because "it moves so fast, there's no time for perfection." I got my second tattoo with Heather and Jenny in January this year. We all got the same one. It is also inspired by Kurt Halsey's art. The two blue stars represent Heather and Jenny. This past year and a half has been full of crazy adventures and it's a reminder to live life to the fullest.