the cheer-up.
My simple smile is that despite the fact that I wanted to stay grumpy today, wanted to alienate myself from everyone and anyone, there were those special few that managed to climb through my web of anger and give me something to be happy about. The lovely New England Girl cheered me up in 280 characters or less (= two tweets haha) and made me feel better about being in control of my own life. And while I refused and refused to talk to my sister on the phone because I didn't want to hear the usual "everything will work out" cheer-up, getting to catch-up with my sister and talking about life was a cheer-up all on its own. So thank you, sis :)
I try to stay as positive as I can, but today I broke a little ... my father made me feel unmotivated about everything in life, made me feel like a failure ... basically the opposite of the motivational talk that parents are supposed to give (in my mind). I don't mind overprotective parents, and I don't mind constructive criticism, but his ... ay yi yi. It was so unneeded at this point in my life. When you're already a little fragile, you need a gentle but loving hug, not a shake. So today I'm definitely thankful for friends, my boyfriend - and other family members - that can cheer me up.
Who else am I thankful for? Two lovely bloggers who happen to be celebrating their birthdays! On the 5th is the lovely Steph from That Girl is Hoisin' - I love her style, and I love that she's come back to blogging after a little hiatus! Make sure to wish her a happy birthday :) And while this next lady's birthday is on the 6th, it is her birthday technically in her time zone. This lady is fashionable, works hard, and has an amazing heart :) I was inspired by Tiara to do this for Krissy - make sure to wish her a happy birthday, too!
Don't mind the really bad drawings, please!
And I realized afterwards that I should have written this in pink (Krissy's fave colour),
but my nails are pink so I think that counts ;) So glad to have you in my life, Krissy!
It was so sad waking up this morning knowing I had to go to class, especially since Easter Sunday was such a great day full of delicious food and a funny but odd movie (especially to watch on Easter), Hot Tub Time Machine (if you're into things that are totally ridiculous in a good way, I'd recommend it if you're 18+ haha). And my mom made this delicious cake with marzipan flowers that I want to share with you:
This is turning into a food blog, oh boy.
Now, I ask you:
What made you smile simply today? =)
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A twenty-something-year old Canadian lady who drinks a cup of coffee a day to keep the 
betterthancoffee@gmail.com | 2012
15 comments:
YOU just made me smile SUPER BIG :)
Aww! I am so glad I helped in cheering you up today. It's instances like today that I wish twitter was more than 140 characters a message! :)
Seriously though, I completely understand where you're coming from. I went through the exact same thing when I was graduating 2 years ago. While my parents were more on the silent side about things - but still excellent at making me feel like I couldn't do all that much - I still understand how it makes you feel. It's tough to be going through such a transitional period, having a lot of fear and anxiety and uncertainty, and not having the full support of those around you, especially parents.
I think sometimes our parents just don't know what to expect. They put their fears in strange manifestations and force them upon us. I let me parents get to me for a little while and it REALLY brought down my self-esteem at the time. From my own experience, all I can say to you is to STAY POSITIVE. You know what you're capable of, you know what your heart leans towards... and if you don't at this very exact moment, that's okay. Let life unfold in front of you. I graduated and traveled. I had NO idea what I wanted to do forever [and still don't], but taking advantage of that freedom was fantastic for clearing my head and having a gradual let down from all the stresses college places on you. I bounced from Scotland to California to Massachusetts to North Carolina and back to Massachusetts. I still haven't the faintest clue what I want but that's okay....
and it's okay for you not to know either. :) That long-winded run on was my way of saying: be who you are, because who you are is an AMAZING person, and you will figure out what to do and where to head towards when the time is right. Don't let your Dad get to you... you have a lot of people behind you who will support you unfailingly. If you ever need anything, I am always only a tweet, email or post away. :) Keep your chin up, I am positive you will continue to do AMAZING things with your life. :) xoxoxox.
i adore your smile so keep on smiling!!!
i'm off to wish ms. steph a happy birthday.
happy day after easter darling!
ok seriously, you and your mom are fantastic artists! your drawing was so cute! and those marzipan flowers + any cake = drool :d sorry about your dad though, whenever i come home it seems like my mom is always on my back about something new...but luckily you have good friends, your sister, and the boy to cheer you up :)
here's to brighter days for the rest of this week <3
Aww, you made me smile today! And cupcakes and oreo cake and wine :)
You are so beautiful inside & out. I can't say it enough lady!!! Your smile lights up a room :)
Awwww my baby. Please, I can't imagine, you, of all people, feeling like a failure. You're so smart, and caring, and strong, and if I can tell that from miles away, I'm sure the rest of the world can, too. Not everyone has such a loving boyfriend, an amazing blog, people to love, all while they're pursuing school.
Keep the chin up, lady. Daddys can really be harsh sometimes (trust me, I've had my share)...but that's the only way we learn to kick back,eh?
Hope you're feeling better.
Hugs.
I really wanna say that i'm sure your dad doesn't mean to hurt you but me and my dad arent on speaking terms these past week for EXACTLY the same reason. All the not having internship/job settled yet and still have a month to go to defend my thesis somehow ensure him that i'm "foolish and worthless as a daughter" ( yes, quoted exactly the same ). Honestly, screaming fights ensued and i didnt have the best temper when being provoked, i shot several harsh words back.
I do, however, believe things will work out for you. You're a smart girl, you may not have what you want now...yet...but you'll work toward it or your other dreams and you'll get it. You're a motivated and dedicated person, it's okay to feel down but know that you'll get yourself up. Best of luck to you, dear. *hugs*
First of all I would like to say that this may sound like a cliche, but there will always be people who won't agree to everything we do. It hurts more when they are the people who should be supporting us in the first place, but sometimes that's just the way it is. To that, I say PINK POSITIVE! (That's a wordplay on my favorite color and mantra Think Positive) :D
And secondly, Nikolett, thank you so much, you are so AWESOME!! I am so touched I want to hug you right now :) I grabbed the photo so I can post it in my April 2010 album in Facebook, hope you don't mind. I wish someday we can get the chance to meet for real :)
Cheer up now, and I love you! :)
I am going to see my friend before she leaves back to Austria! She is so smart and I love her!
You are my simple smile today, my love - you look absolutely gorgeous! And I'm so glad that you are out of the grumpy funk from yesterday!! :)
hmmm well it's only 8:57 here but I've been awake since 5:40. Not much has been able to make me smile but two things that have are... the song soul sister was on right before i got out of the car to come into my office AND you voting for Sammi! thanks!!!
I'm sorry that you've been bummin'. You're amazing lady and don't you forget it!
Hey you. It's April 08 in my side of the world. So I hope by this time, you're ok. =) If you're still feeling a bit grumpy sending you some positive vibes and smiles from across the miles. Have a lovely week sweetie. =)
You are beautiful and never ever let anyone tell you or let you think otherwise. So sweet of you to make that sign - it looks great and that cake looks yummy!
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