Nostalgia

When I'm not in the mood to write like I usually do, here's what I turn to: poetry. Corny as it may seem, poetry is a good way to let go of all that emotion building up inside. So here's a poem, about memories with my family...

I miss the days gone by
when we could just drive, my family and I
drive and see new places
experience new things, see new faces.

I long for those days 
days that won't return.

Gazing from behind the car's window
the sun peeking through the trees 
their reflections playing across the glass
my eyes drinking in everything they see.

Those images return to me now,
polaroids of joy
in my lonely hour.
They tug at my heart
making me wish I'd been there longer
making me yearn for just another minute
with my mom, my dad, my sister.

“There are a few moments in your life when you are truly and completely happy, and you remember to give thanks. Even as it happens you are nostalgic for the moment, you are tucking it away in your scrapbook.” ― David Benioff, When the Nines Roll Over and Other Stories

Departures

Sometimes it's good to leave. Sometimes it's bad. Many times it's both good and bad... That's what it will be like tomorrow.

You ask, "What happens tomorrow?" Tomorrow I leave. My vacation ends and I go back to school.
I wish I could stay longer, and not have to leave my family behind. Chill time has ended and now it's time to say goodbye, but having to go away makes me both sad and happy at the same time. Right now, though, having to go is quite overwhelming. However...thinking of all the good memories made this holiday and all those waiting to be made just around the corner, I don't need to feel sad about going.

So to all of you who have to say goodbye tomorrow, or sometime soon; I know it's not easy. But cherish the good memories you've acquired, trust God to keep you safe & hold your hand during the process, and never forget that even though it feels bad to have to leave, departing can be a good thing too.

God bless :)

A picture's worth a thousand words

They say a picture's worth a thousand words. Today photography has been on my mind. Maybe you've noticed, maybe you haven't, but I just want to say photography is so dear to my heart. I love being able to capture a moment in time forever.I love being able to take something not always noticed by people, and bring it into view. I simply adore being able to take the people whom I love, with me wherever I go, thanks to a plain old photography.

And most of all, I love the fact that any message, emotion, and event in life can be portrayed through a simple photograph to be remembered forever.

My motivation

I know I haven't been a very dedicated and committed blogger...at all. In fact, a friend of mine has been telling me it's about time I head back and blog (yes, you know who you are). Everytime I tell her: 'Sure, soon.' And then "soon" comes way too quickly and I don't get around to it or whatever. Mostly I really can't get around to it. And when I do get time, I don't know what to write. I really have no clue.

But today I just decided to wing it and write. (It's type, actually...) What will I write about? Ah, yes. I know. What motivates me.

So,
What motivates me to be who I am?
What motivates me to take a stand against wrong?
What motivates me to get up every day?
What motivates me to work hard so I can live to my full potential?
And, most importantly, what motivates me to really live?

The answer is simple.

God motivates me.

Let God be your motivation to get up and enjoy every day,
and let His awesome love inspire you  a m a z i n g l y  :)

(I know I am...)

A Chapter Closed

What do you do when you finish a chapter in a good book? You read on. It's the same in real life: when one "chapter" of your life comes to an end, you live on.
The day after tomorrow, a 5-year long chapter of my life comes to an end. I can't say that I'm very sad about leaving what has become my home over the past few years, because I'm more excited to see what lies ahead! But tonight, as I was taking pictures and cards off my door, I couldn't help feeling a twinge of sadness. This chapter of my life, which I'm now leaving behind, has been the most exciting and awesome part of my life. But, although it's going to be hard, I'm ready to move on, and I'm ready to follow God's plan for my life. Once again, things are shifting around...but I can't say it's a bad move.

As scary and exciting as the days ahead seem, I have total peace that everything will be just fine because I know for sure that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose [Romans 8:28]. Let the adventure begin!

xx

Just...because.

I have been very scarce on this blog for a while now [ja, ja...apologies, apologies...]. So, I thought, why not post some photos?

So here are a couple of my favourite shots from a visit to a place I simply adore... the KwaZulu-Natal ♥ 

 just because :)

Raw talent in action

And lastly...
Ballito, making me long for a good board and some time on my hands...
xx

It's a new year, it's a new look!

 It's 2013. It's already February. It's been [almost] a year since I started this blog.It's time for some change, people! So it's very obvious to see that I have given my blog a bit of a... face-lift...I hope you recognize it!  ;)

Over the past few weeks I scoured tons and tons of blogs, (I'll post links of my favourites soon) and I grew tired of my blog's looks. It felt so worn-out and lame in contrast to all the fantastic designs the other blogs had. It was all fresh and modern, and I got excited reading them, but going back to my blog, there was nothing. Nothing. As in: I didn't feel any excitement for it anymore. No enthusiasm and ideas for new posts...Nada. I saw no LIFE in it! :(

So. Fast forward a few days later, and I've finally succeeded in getting my blog to inspire me again. Where I looked at it previously, thinking, "Ugh...", I know look at it...and smile.

I hope you like it too!