I've actually recently become really excited about being single. I'm typically a pretty content person, but the past year has been rough being single. Not that I want to be dating, necessarily, but it was rough coming off a serious relationship. It sounds silly, but this blog has gotten me through so much, and now I can't even imagine being in a relationship! I literally have no time for it! And right now in my life, I am so perfectly okay with that. I work 10 hours a day and then my evenings are spent taking photos and blogging and reading blogs and I don't think I'd have it any other way. I never thought I'd hear myself say it, but I am way too busy for a boyfriend! Haha!
Honestly, though, in the past two years when times were at their worst, I always had blogging to hold on to. It was the one thing I could focus on and work towards. If I had a rough day, I always knew I could come home and slip into my chair, open my laptop and enter an inspiring and positive environment. I really want to thank all of my readers for always being so kind and encouraging. I read every comment everyday and I try to respond to every email in a timely fashion (though sometimes I lose track of some and it takes a while to reply, sorry!). You guys make my day on a daily basis! If you had told me back in 2008 what this blog would become, I'm not sure if I'd believe you. It's been the most amazing journey, and I can't wait to see where it goes from here. Hopefully it will take me around the nation, seeing this beautiful country and meeting even more of you lovely people!
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I really like these pictures. The light is so, so stunning. Glad that you've had blogging to help you when things aren't the best. I've only been doing it regularly for a little over a month and I can totally see how you can feel that way. Keep up the amazing photo taking and fashion inspiration. You're pretty awesome if I do say so myself.
Melanie @Unravelled Threads
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Wonderful pictures !
Inspiring blog...
Keep up the good work, you worth it...
that last photo is so gorgeous and dreamlike. love it! i think your doing a fantastic job and am so happy that life is going well. can't wait for the day when you post that you bought a brave and are setting off on your cross-country extravaganza! xo.
great pics! Your hair straightens so nicely!
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i love your blog & i love that you are planning such a great adventure! not many young women would want to blaze their own trail, and i love that you do. your posts are a breath of fresh air, and i look forward to them (not least because you don't spend a fortune and you always look adorably put together). thanks for sharing, and if you plan on a swing through memphis when the brave adventure occurs please be sure to let me know because i would love to meet you!
Wow! You look especially gorgeous in this post. I especially love the second picture and last blurry one.
I'm right where you are, ... I recently got out of a serious relationship and now feel way too content with my busy life to imagine how I would have time for a boyfriend should one come along! During the breakup, I never imagined myself feeling this way. It's good to know others are there too and I'm excited to see how everything goes for you. AAAaand I'm 24 and it feels like all my friends (or at least a lot of them) are having babies too.
I really, really love your straight hair. I totally get that it seems foreign to you, but it's sooo sooo pretty!
I love that last photo its so romantic!!
aw. hehe. I got married at 20 so I have two kids now that I am 26. I got pregnant at 22. Believe me it was very very weird to have a child when everyone thinks you are still in high school and no one else has kids at all. No one wants to hang out with people who are married and have kids when they are still single and want to have fun. it was and sometimes still is the loneliest thing in the world.
. . . ugh depressing comment sorry.
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Stunning pictures! And I loved your post. So thoughtful.
A very thoughtful post once again. Thank you for being who you are. :)
Beautiful and inspirting photos!
You have a positive outlook and that is so important! It is so fabulous to be single and confident, enjoy it you're young and empowered! xoxo
i just started my blog not too long ago, and I feel similarly that when i've had a bad week or day or when its particularly hard not really knowing anyone in my city and having my boyfriend off in Iraq where I can rarely talk to him that the blogging community is a support system that I can't believe I went so long without.
I find so much of what you've gone through on a personal level inspiring... i went through something similar not so long ago. it's always nice to find someone my own age that has been through such a tough situation and come out so strong.
and additionally I have to add that these pictures are so beautiful. The scenes and of course the outfit. It's always a pleasure to look at your photos, they're little works of art many times.
you are so beautiful and i'm so glad you enjoy blogging, because i enjoy reading your blog so much! That thrifted skirt is AMAZING, and i hope you have a wonderful time on your trip
x
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These are absolutely stunning photo's.
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You look so amazingly beautiful in these photos dear =) And I love the title of this blog, you inspire me =)
Sarah
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it's so important to be content with where you're at - it's awesome that you're in touch with those times of trial and also aware of when you feel GREAT! your blog is a constant inspiration to me and i really value your openness and honesty; after all, how else can we learn from each other but through sharing our experiences?
can't wait to see where this next stage of life takes you! it's been an honour to hear your experiences so far!
these photos are stunning! you look amazing and i'm so glad that things are looking up and you are content. i love your blog and how you use it not only to inspire us with your outfits but also because you use as a bit of a personal diary and let us in a bit on your life. you seem like a total genuine person and you are lovely.
beautiful pictures. I love the lighting.
your blog is always inspiring, I'm glad to hear how content you are :)
The light in these pictures is so beautiful.
Blogging is amazing that way, isn't it. I'm constantly amazed at how truly rewarding it is.
These photos are stunning, too. The light is perfect!
Regarding former classmates having kids: I turned 30 sans kids and some of my high school buddies have kids in elementary school! (I'm still working on the getting married part)When my mom was my age she had an 11 year old and a 9 year old. Getting older: it never quits being weird...
Beautiful pics! Your blog is so wonderful- I only started following a few weeks ago, but I'm totally hooked! I also have to shop on a budget and hope to travel someday. It's really inspiring to follow your story as it unfolds : ) Keep it real! You're great.
Those are such beautiful photos! And such a sweet post! I'm so glad that blogging has helped you get through things. I feel the same way about my blog. This is such a great community of people and I'm continuously amazed at how nice people are!
I LOVE that last picture!
That last photo is incredible.
Sometimes not having a boyfriend is the best thing! I love mine, but I would never be able to pick up and drive across the country in a Winnebago... in a relationship, everything is a compromise.
Embrace your freedom!
These photos are great. I love your top!!
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Those are lovely photos and such a great outfit. I love the light colors.
I know what you mean about blogging becoming a safe haven; for me it's always a place where I can be who I want and strive to be, among people who are supportive and sweet. It's nice to escape real life this way
I love this post, as always, I seem to love everything you write! And of course, these pictures! So glad it's finally warming up for you! I feel the same about blogging - I mean, I'm married so I have Brett, of course. But I have NO girlfriends within 2 hours of me.. so it's so so nice to be able to have tons of friends in the blogging community, including you! <3
I am glad blogging has helped you through the hard times. It has had a similar significance and effect on me during the rough times when I was moving out of my room (actually because of my old blog!), but after the starting the new one and hearing this massive outpouring of support from everyone even after all of my mistakes, I knew that this was an atmosphere of love, kindness, and acceptance I am so lucky to have.
I absolutely love this outfit on you but feels like I've said it numerously. love it!!!
xoxo
What a lovely post, and great pictures!
Finally someone else who thinks they're too busy to have a boyfriend! Hahaha it's refreshing isn't it?
Beautiful photos today -- the sun on your hair is truly breathtaking.
xx
LOVELY photos! :)
I want to see a better picture of this dress, it looks amazing!
naomi.
Every time I see this dress I want it so badly.
Positively love the outfit today.
i love these pictures!
i feel touched knowing that you read every comment everyday. is that silly of me? and i have posted an outfit picture of you in my tumblr. you can check it out @ http://iadelle.tumblr.com/
Where were your pictures taken? They're fantastic!
I can't wait for you to start your big adventure so we can see all the fantastic places in your perfect pictures! Yay!
These photos are gorgeous, the lighting is perfect! Oh my gosh, I can't wait to see your photos! I've been wanting to post photos of myself as a kid for awhile now.After seeing lots of other bloggers' photos, its made me terribly nostalgic.
I'm glad blogging has been a great outlet for you. It's been like that for me too, I never thought something like this would be as helpful as it has.
Gorgeous photos and outfit!
I really relate to this post. My husband and I split up in November after three years together and it's been rough moving back in with my Mom and brothers. Sometimes I didn't think I could handle the change. My friends were a huge help of course but blogging was a great escape from the entire subject. And now...just like you, I can't imagine having to make time for dating! I do what I want, when I want, and am finally realizing how much better things are this way. So I'm happy for you. to have reached the same conclusion. :)
I really love the last photo. It looks so inspired. And that's exactly how you sounds. Inspired and reinvigorated. And ready to take life for everything it's worth and all it has to give you.
I love it.
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Be careful - Boyfriends come at the least expected times. That's how I ended up with a husband!
I've been a blogger for six years. I know exactly how you feel, about blogging helping you through so much. I have curly hair, and my name is Elizabeth, too. Your outfits always inspire me.
gorgeous photos and you look so different with straight hair, but it's beautiful. miss you lady!
these photos are so dreamy and pretty... you are LOVELY, dear! i enjoy your space here so very much (i'm sure i've said this before).
I relate so much to this. It took me months to hook-up my printer/scanner as well...and now I hardly use it. ;)
Also for me it's funny b/c if someone asks me if I'm happy being single the answer is yes. But I don't think of myself as a single person...I just am a person. I don't even think about relationships most days--I just try to, you know, live...
And you look lovely.
i hear ya, sister friend! single gals UNITE!
~bb
p.s. that last shot is just beautiful. seriously.
Totally needed this post. I've been going through the longest, most ridiculously drawn out breakup and I'm just starting out with my Etsy shop and trying to get my own life together.
Anyway, just wanted to thank you for making me feel a little less alone, and hopeful that in the future, I can say I don't have time for a boy either!
P.S. Go back to the curls! :)
wow - I just love your hair straight too!
I was single for about four years before I met my husband (I met my husband at 30). It's the best time to really focus on, and get to know yourself. Enjoy it, girl! : )
These pictures are stunning. I'm glad to hear that you are content and happy with your life. You're always so inspiring. :)
Love this look :) The colors of the top really look great with your hair!
xoxo Maria
I love your attitude! Although I'm not single, I can completely understand being too busy for a bf, I'm lucky I guess that my bf is even more busy than I am. We're content being busy together, which is nice. The skirt and floral top are really pretty :)
these photos are all so dreamy and whimsical, so summery. So glad that life is treating you right, you deserve it!
with love,
Betty Noir
Your pictures are so beautiful. I just want to be there in the sun wearing beautiful clothes also :)
Just wanted to say Your blog is lovely and i'm now following it.
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I loooove these photos and I love your hair! and it's good to hear you're enjoying being single - It can be really hard to adjust after being with someone for a while but it definitely has its pro's!
Lovely photos, your hair looks quite stunning in these photos ! I am glad that your blogging has kept you strong and that you are at last feeling a lot more postive about being single !
Lovely photos, your hair looks quite stunning in these photos ! I am glad that your blogging has kept you strong and that you are at last feeling a lot more postive about being single !
your hair looks beautiful... i love your blog so much! :)
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