#20

This distance divided in miles, in days, in hours.

Creating explosions of emotion some days

and utter numbness in others.

Ironic ups and downs, highs and lows.

Never being able to gauge the time gaps, schedules out of sync.

Planning of plans in anticipation of visits;

making up absence in past events.

Short-term togetherness in a spectrum of long-term devotion.

The measurement of hours, days, and miles in distance takes its toll in the heart and mind.

#19

The Lioness and The Lamb

Remember when I was a Lioness and you were a shy Lamb?

I had all the assertiveness and power; a blinding confidence.

You had all the charm and understanding; a refreshing mystery.

Throughout this time together you have softened me;

I now can feel the crawling vulnerability.

My mind wanders daily. My stubbornness constantly trying 
to steer the ship away from useless curiosity.

When drifting into a raging storm of insecurity,

I feel the transition into a frightened kitten.

I must not let these times settle into standard.

The shy lamb is harmless, a source of open shelter.

We are supporting counterparts to the others' shortcomings.

Pushing conflicted imagination aside I realize...

I am that same Lioness who just fell in love with the shy Lamb.

#18

For You, My Friend

Life can be a mess, feeling like you've been put to the test.

Struggles hard to confess, but you're not different from the rest.

Everyone's feeling the same, as if caught up in this game.

I will, you will, we all will get through it.

In our youth we're stuck in time, waste it and it will go fast. bye.

Applying ourselves could take awhile,

fear of rejection and hesitation in each mile.

But once you hit those sweet moments in life

you remember what it has to offer.

Each smile outweighs each tear.

Now remember that the hopelessness will subside

and people will stay by your side.

There is really nothing to fear.

#17

These hot tears running down my cheeks.

The deep breathing filled with heartache.

What are these emotions coming over me?

Why?

The simple musical trigger cannot be the only factor to blame.

I've tried so hard to move on and push these feelings aside.

I guess there will always be cracks in this mask.

I despise these leaks of oversensitivity.

Please, crawl back into the box I've placed you in.

#16

Sexual expression is welcomed with open eyes in my generation.

Loquacious mouths and hungry ears.

Conquests congratulated and encouraged.

Virginity, a symbol of purity and innocence.

Not a dirty word... yet there is an effort to hide,

for those who are confided in grow quiet.

What happened to the openness and the acceptance?

Making the inexperienced feel as a child,

even with those in matched age.

Was the openness in direct relation to

the legs?

#15

You seem to have come out of nowhere,

an experience I couldn't see from miles away.

It's like biting into something without expectation

only to be doubtful at first, but developing a craving for it 
with each. additional. bite.

I've tried to fight with logic,

but always end up losing that battle.

The senses are overpowering, the chemistry undeniable.

I ask myself what to do, but the predictions are impossible.

So I choose to hold your hand and float down the stream that is called life.

Marina and The Diamonds

An inspiring female artist who is not afraid to share her individuality. She is unique and her personality definitely contributes to her voice and depth in her writing. Her newest album, Electra Heart, has been on repeat in my house.

#14

the cycle.

Butterflies. Pounding Heart. Breathless Pauses.

Quick Glances. Nervous Giggles. Clammy Hands.

Long Embraces. Sweet Kisses. Lingering Goodbyes.
Vulnerability. Trust. Committed Love.

Conversation. Familiarity. Compromise.

Heated Arguments. Jealousy. Lack of Appreciation.

Distance. Flooding Emotion. Separation.

Loneliness. Betrayal. Regret.

Bitterness. Avoidance. Awkward Interaction.

#13

In these moments...

it's apparent through the looks and the silence;

the words we're both trying to keep inside.

Why does it have to be a game of hide and seek?

We both know how we feel, but have lost the ability to speak.

The look might be all we need,

our own language and the mystery.

If one of us says it, we'll be in more deep.

But let's forget about this game and one's pride to keep.

I'll unveil my emotions and be up front.

With these lips I tell you I love you

see, that wasn't so tough.

Festive Foods

#12

Sometimes the days drift by in slow-motion,

we are in a constant limbo.

Routine and comfort-ability take control,

it's hard to shake the habits.

Why do we do the things we do?

The struggles within ourselves might be to blame.

Fear of rejection and failure stunt growth.

How can we evolve into better individuals?

One Life. Many Chances. Endless Possibilities.

#11

Present Stranger, Future Lover

I love you without words.

I love you without looks.

I love you without you knowing I exist.

We have never spoken, we have never met

Yet you are the one for me and I the one for you.

The way we laugh, the way we grow

is inexperienced now, but will be incomprehensible bliss.

Everything will be easy, but hard all in the same.

Because we have never spoken, we have never met

That does not diminish from the fact that:

I love you without words.

I love you without looks.

I love you without you knowing I exist.

Music: The Black Keys

The Black Keys are one of my favorite bands. I have had the pleasure of seeing them twice already; the first time was August 2011 at Outside Lands Music Festival in San Francisco and then just recently this past weekend at Coachella Music Festival in Indio. They are brilliant musicians with so much soul, which is what music is all about.

Stop Motion: Proteigon

Falling Whistles Yet Again

I absolutely love this company. As I've mentioned before, Falling Whistles is a non-profit organization that's dedicated to spreading the word by launching a campaign for peace in the Democratic Republic of Congo and for the freedom of the young soldiers abducted from their homes and forced into the frontlines. 100% of the proceeds go toward the restoration of the lives of war-affected children through rehabilitation programs and stateside advocacy! If you missed my previous post, you can find it here.


I recently went to the MAGIC Trade Show in Las Vegas and attended a seminar called Impact Your Fashion World: Action = Creativity. Sean Carasso, the CEO and founder of Falling Whistles, was the guest speaker and I cannot even describe to you how cool of a person he is. He is energetic, passionate, and down-to-earth. I felt incredibly inspired, walking out of the seminar with a smile on my face and new ideas running through my mind.
 
At PROJECT, I stopped by their booth and I finally got my very own whistle! I am now officially a Whistleblower for Peace in the Congo! You can buy a whistle too! (*They're coming out with some new ones soon! Be on the lookout!) They have some pretty sweet posters too.
Store: http://store.fallingwhistles.com/collections/whistles


For more information check out:

http://www.fallingwhistles.com/
http://www.fallingwhistles.com/2010/03/09/how-do-we-help/ ----> This link is very informative.
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Falling-Whistles/66044866468?v

#10

I miss you everyday.

You are a thought that constantly runs through my mind.

Sometimes it feels like a disease I can't find the cure for,

and other times I wouldn't want to.

I am Me, just like He is You.

But I wonder if it will ever be... Me and You.

Patience is something I know quite well,

considered a practiced skill.

But trust me, I won't wait around forever.

Because I will always be Me even if my life doesn't include

You.

TRASHed Coachella 2012 Submissions

So there is this extremely exciting contest going on... Global Inheritance and Coachella Music & Arts Festival are teaming up once again to do the TRASHed exhibit. 50 artists will be chosen to design a 65 gallon recycling bin for the Coachella festival 2012 and they will be displayed both weekends. After Coachella, the bins will be donated to local schools in the Coachella Valley. How cool is that?! It's a super fun and creative project and I definitely wouldn't mind winning a Coachella festival pass for the weekend of my choice. The submissions are due tonight. Eeek!


WISH ME LUCK! *crossing my fingers* :]

Bag of Popcorn

City Scene

Robot Love

Tic-Tac-Toe

For more information:
http://www.coachella.com/
http://www.globalinheritance.org/
http://www.globalinheritance.org/trashed-coachella-2012-call-to-artists

#9

You're the sweetest thing I ever did see,

but what do you really want from me?

I'm too much, probably not what you need.

Nagging thoughts, oh yes, indeed.

Do what's best for you cause this isn't it.

Constant rhyming so I don't feel like shit.

Photography: Fall 2010