What matters most...

Its the little things in life that matter the most... or so the song goes.
Moments of laughter with your family. That knowing look your husband/significant other gives you.
A new experience. The journey.

The little things in  life...
Its not about the biggest house. The most expensive car. The biggest TV.
What is it really about?

Those that were affected by this disaster in Oklahoma weren't concerned with those big things.
Not their house. Not their cars. Not their belongings.

They were concerend about their family and friends. Were their loved ones safe? Where were they.
All they wanted was to hear from them, see them, and hold them close.

Take the time today to smell the roses. Cherish those moments with your loved ones, and hold them close to you.

Pray for those affected by this disaster, and be thankful every day for those that you have around you. There may be fights between loved ones, strife, anger, whatever it is... love, forgive, and move on. Mend those relationships, for that is what matters the most.

Oklahoma

Thoughts and prayers going out to all of those affected by this horrible tornado. Praying for the safety of our first responders and they search for survivors.

Datevitation Giveaway

Hey everyone!!

 I am graduated. Yahoo! I will share pictures with you asap.

 But to celebrate, I have a giveaway for you!

I first heard about datevitation sometime last year from another blogger. Its such a cute idea for a gift for your significant other, a siblings birthday, or a parent!

Datevitation allows you to create a custom love coupon book! Unlike the ones you see in the stores that are pre-packaged, you get to pick all the dates and customize them!

Here are a couple of my favorite date ideas:

Aren't they adorable! And when you start making your book you get to pick the characters! So for your kids you could do one for daughter to dad (Fathers day? hint hint), or one from you to your sister, you to a friend, you to your honey. Endless opportunities. There are over 350 date ideas to choose from!

Books normally start at just $20 so it makes for a thoughtful yet economical gift.  But as a special treat for my followers, you can use the code 'ABOUTJOY' for $10 off your purchase in May or June.  That means you can get your loved one a one-of-a-kind gift for Father’s day starting at just $10! 

 The order cut-off date for guaranteed delivery by Father’s Day is June 6 so make sure to get your order in before then!

And, I'm giving one away to you! Good luck!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Pura Vida

Hi everyone!!

Tomorrow is graduation dayyy! OMG. I have one more project to finish by tomorrow AM and then I am done! Yes. I am alive. And I've been sleeping. Crazy, right?

*note* I may not sleep much tonight depending on how this project goes. #smh

But, I started celebrating a day early!

As you all know I am a TOMS addict. And I am a hugeee supporter, in that.. I won't buy any of the "knock-offs" that are out there. The reason behind that is a huge story that I will have to tell you later.

But right now, I have found a new website that I love! Pura Vida Bracelets.



Pura Vida Bracelets: The Story Behind The String from Pura Vida Bracelets on Vimeo.



 I love them because they support local artisans in Costa Rica. And they always have bracelets that go to good causes! Like on the front page, you will find this...

Awesome, right?

Well, I finally made my first purchase today, and after I made the payment they sent me a link to share with all of my friends to give you 25% off!  So, I knew I had to blog about it and share this code with you guys!


Oh yeah, you want the link?  Here it is! ----> http://curebit.com/x/auYF5

 Happy Thursday!

*NO- this is not a sponsored post. I just love this brand and wanted to share the coupon with you all!

Finals Week

T minus 4 days until graduation.

"holy crap holy crap holy crap holy crap holy crap holy crap" 

^ the sounds coming from me and all my friends ^

In other news. I have no idea what I'm wearing to the graduation ceremony. I need cute shoes. Because... I am one of those horrible people that critique everyones shoes as they walk across the stage. Becuase seriously, you can't see their outfit, so if you just see some ugly shoes I'm like... "mmmm... honey, no. Did you think that through?" or if they're amazing shoes I'm like... "Ooo!!! Cute shoes!" 

So yeah... I can't be walking across the stage in ugly shoes!!! 

So I went to Nine West to get my shoes. I've been wanting them for a couple weeks now, but they didn't have my size. So I went back this morning, and sadly, they still didn't have my size. I ordered them, and they're coming from Dallas... but lets be real, they wont be here by Friday. I'm sure they'll come Monday. #smh 

I want heels, but they need to be comfortable because I can't be walking across the stage looking like a teenager at prom that doesn't know how to walk in heels! 

So  if you've seen some cute heels around that wont cost me a fortune, but are graduation worthy, let me know!

Anyways... I'm going to go try and write a paper. Its due at midnight, only a few pages, given to me by a teacher who taught us nothing. Like literally. She didn't even talk to us. #smh

How I feel about starting the paper... 

 

Happy Tuesday!

Give this day an award!

Because its a good day people!

First off, because I am wearing amazingly bright neon colors and it makes me super happy. :) Neon pink watch, a nude sweater with neon  yellow accents, and neon yellow flats.

Oh here, I'll just show you...

 Second, because I just got done with an award show at my school where I won two awards!
 Award winning graphic designer? Yes. I am. *woohoo!* 

 And third... because it is one of my blog besties birthday today!! She is not from Houston, sadly, but I did get to meet her last year when she came here to visit. And we both have it planned that when she comes to visit next time we are running away to Austin for an entire day and we will have the best day ever! :D
 
 Love you Rachel! Happy 21st birthday, I hope you have an amazing day. xoxo

 Go wish this awesome gal a Happy Birthday for me! Rachel's Blog

May Goals

When you set goals then need to be SMART. Specific. Measurable. Attainable. Realistic. Time Specific. Otherwise, you are just going to set yourself up for failure. Make smart goals so you won’t beat yourself up later!

 May Goals:

• Graduate
• Freelance vs. Getting a job? Both? Figure that out.
• Go to a new networking meeting
• Get website up and running how I want it to look
• Order Pixel and Pair business cards
• Workout more this month than last month

Hopefully, I’ll be able to look at this one month from now with everything accomplished!

What are your goals for May?

Happy Wednesday!