PSA #1

THIS IS YOUR BRAIN!! YOU ONLY GET ONE! HANDLE WITH CARE!!!! FRAGILE! +poorly doodled brain

I drew this a few months ago in class and today I rediscovered it and decided to share it with you. The concept behind it stems from something that I'm really passionate about. Consider the fact that you only get one brain. You're not going to get another. That's something that goes without saying like duh. So why do we continue to treat them so poorly? Just like bodies, brains are vital and we've developed a habit of carelessly mistreating them without even knowing it. I am almost 100% sure brains don't appreciate staring at a bright screen for hours and hours daily reading obscene and mindless 140 character sentences. For example, whenever you're on Twitter excessively, are you really allowing your brain to be creative and individual or are you tacking stupidity and junk onto it? We shouldn't feed our brains a ton of absolute, excuse my language, shit. Admit it, most of the time, that's what Twitter is. We should pay attention to the kind of things we're putting into our brains. And I mean really pay attention. Correspondingly, if you're constantly reading the thoughts of other people, are you reeaally thinking for yourself? Or letting other people think for you? Using your imagination? Seeing the things right in front of you? More than that, are you even experiencing your brain? Creating individual ideas or thoughts? No, not really. I'm a big offender of this sort of thing and one day I realized just exactly what I was doing to myself. Obviously, I still have days when I use sites waaaaaaay more than I should. But, we were each given a unique brain specific to ourselves. There are ideas only you can come up with; nobody else. So stop letting other people's thoughts possess your brain 24/7, put the phone down, and start thinking for yourself. That's one of the glorious reasons why you have a brain. 

A way to show your brain you care: reading. Reading is superior to everything else. Read a freaking book. It's like giving your brain a present or taking it to an amusement park to just let loose and have a good time or giving it a nice massage or taking it out on a date. These are all really random comparisons but you get the idea. Give it the chance to think for itself. Your brain loves books. I promise.

Lastly, I guess, just think about things that matter. Take a moment to not sit around and worry about yourself and bask in self pity. Put an end to the 'me me me' thoughts and find something you're really passionate about and just think.

Now, I didn't write this to sound all preachy. Like I said, if anyone's guilty of sometimes mistreating their brain, it's me. I was just thinking about this and felt like sharing. 

Soph x

PS: YES I AM AWARE. "HANDLE WITH CAR."

IMPORTANT THINGS: Penny Loafers

As an attempt to get back into the mind of a 'blogger', I've renovated a bit and erased any past 'mania' posts and will be posting spontaneous outbursts under the title "IMPORTANT THINGS".
Today's important thing: Penny loafers.
Penny loafers are very traditional and old school; the kind of thing Nancy Drew most likely wore. They're also probably categorized under 'grandma chic'. I recently realized that they are a very important piece to have in a wardrobe. They can top off any outfit by adding a little flair and class along with simplicity and minimalism. They pretty much go with everything and therefore, in my opinion are very important. They give the same overall appeal of wearing a pair of ballet flats but are much better. If you're like me and you prefer the simple, classic, and cool look, then you'll probably agree. Two references:

I was up at three in morning, combing through all store sites I could think up, looking for the perfect pair of penny loafers. I am absolutely smitten with them. Recently, I discovered a growing burden for me are my teeny tiny feet. I am only 5'2 (almost 5'3, okay) therefore I have small feet. Unfortunately, not all shoe manufacturers like to show love to us teeny tiny people and as a result, size 6 shoes are practically nonexistent and out of stock everywhere. I have found many of penny loafers that I myself can't order because of the lack of size 6 and it makes me very angry. I assume not all of you share the same burden and have normal sized feet so here are links to some top notch penny loafers I found and love:

#1. Cooperative Metal Penny Loafers from Urban Outfitters
These are my favorite that I've founded and I shed a hypothetical tear that I can't buy them. Curse my size 6 feet. I need them.










#2. Shellys London Tassel Platform Loafers from Urban Outfitters

These ones are also super great but are twice the price as the last. Ya can't always get what ya want...











Loafers are important.
If I've managed to convince you that penny loafers are important, ASOS and Urban Outfitters have tons of styles & colors. You should dig around and find your loafer soulmate.
I'm really sorry if you've just read this whole post and you too have small feet. I hope I didn't crush your dreams.

Soph x

Hello, Again.

Hello, again. Anyone there?
For the past few months I've clearly fallen out of my blogging trend. It was intentional, I think. I would remember about it or be reminded by the end of a month but I was too lazy to post. As a result, you could say I completely lost interest in it. I still really enjoy the act of blogging & the concept of bloggers. I know that my passion is still somewhere inside me, it just got a little buried. I think I'm going to make this blog more candid and with more thought & substance. As much as I thought it over and seriously contemplated the idea of totally abandoning this site and allowing it to become a deserted sad place that once had passion and potential, I can not. I will not. I still love writing & sharing my favorite things. This should be interesing...

Soph x

A Moment For...

A moment for the children's book 'Today I Feel Silly & Other Moods That Make My Day'. Years ago, my little sister had it and I always read it to her. Overtime, I grew to love it because of its kookiness and watercolor illustrations. Today, I spotted it from across the room and thankfully I was in the position to read it aloud to some kiddos. While reading I realized how great it actually is. It's just a great reminder that moods are just moods and they come and go each day. Go read it. You're really never too old to read children's books. They are such gems. Next time you're feeling down, remember that, in time, you won't be feeling the same way.

                                

Soph x

Random Photo Appreciation

These are some pictures I've stumbled upon on tumblr and Instagram recently that I liked:

I just really like these pictures and felt like sharing. 

"We turn not older with years, but newer every day." -Emily Dickinson

Still one of my favorite quotes. Randomly made this collage on impulse. Note: the makeup in the top right corner; perfect. Everyone knows all 'ya need are some nice rosy cheeks and you are good to go. I heart blush.  

A Moment For...

A moment for the movie Confessions of A Teenage Drama Queen. I knew I had always loved this movie and even at the ripe age of nine years it spoke to me (even though that sounds cliche). I watched it today, for no apparent reason at all, and was once again gripped by the character Lola (Mary). Also, the whole plot was undeniably relevant to my life at the moment. If you haven't seen it, I'm not saying it's some sort of phenomenal masterpiece. If I was judging based on an "actual movie" status, I'd say it sucks. But, for everyone, certain movies just totally get into your soul and make you happy and, for me, this is one. Lola is a teenage girl with big dreams and a standard life. "A flamingo in a flock of pigeons" or "a bird in a cage" as she says. Anyway, this movie is like one of the missing puzzle pieces to my soul and I love it. Also, note the song "That Girl" from the end when Lindsay Lohan dances around in pink and orange. That song is one of my anthems and has been since I was nine and I would write the lyrics out over and over.

A Moment For...

A moment for Teen Vogue and the Teen Vogue website. I know almost for a fact that none of you are a stranger to the magazine. This isn't the first time for me to reference and gush about a magazine's website (Nylon was my muse in April). Today, the new Teen Vogue issue came in the mail (to which I jumped up and down in my front yard and shouted "YES YES YES YES YES"). Flipping through, I took note to some suggested links throughout articles for more in depth stuff. I went on them and absolutely fell in love with everything and the whole idea of them. Teen Vogue itself is just loads of greatness packed into a little 9x7, 200 page, glossy booklet. One of my many favorite things about the magazine is that they always make sure to give some spotlight to bloggers from all over. MAJOR INSPIRATION RUSH? YES, INDEED. Nearly spent 2 hours on the site, especially the room inspiration area. They fill their pages & site with so many things that just feed my drive & creativity; it's madness. It's funny how sometimes it feels like things are crafted specifically for the kind of person you are. I probably sound extremely lame. I would just like to say thank you, Teen Vogue. You rock.

A Moment For...

A moment for girl crushes. My personal definition is: a female who you just admire & adore so much for their style, looks, personality, beliefs,  achievements, the person they are, etc. Recently, it occurred to me that I actually have a lot of girl crushes. (I wouldn't doubt it if you've taken notice already, too.) I told my mom and she said, "a girl... what", clearly taken aback by the term. After I explained it to her and she became less concerned, something made sense to me: to have a lot of girl crushes means that you are a girl who wants to become the best woman you can be. I think that's the case with myself. I just love the idea of fellow women who are exactly what I want to be. I think I'm addicted to being inspired. I have so many women I look up to and aspire to be like; the list goes on and on. And I could probably go on and on about each of them. So, I take great pride in my girl crushes and I hope you do as well. Consider me a little fairy flying around sprinkling girl crush dust everywhere shouting "Embrace your girl crushes and be the women you want to be!!"

This post got really cheesy, really quickly, wow.  But, you get the point. 

Sophie x

PS currently in a McDonalds in Atlanta. 

"I am not afraid. I was born to do this." -Joan of Arc
NO SELF DOUBT ALLOWED!!

Made something that acts as a friendly reminder to myself and to you. Love this quote by Joan of Arc; Also, very, very sorry I haven't posted in awhile. Sad faces ensue. But don't forget my May Mania post is coming up really soon!!

Sophie

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A Proper Introduction

HELLO READERS! (Is readers an okay term?) I knew I needed to make a post today to kind of hold your attention, but I didn't really know what to make it about. So, I decided to make an actual introduction to myself and what to expect from my blog.
My name is Sophie, which I think you already know. I live in the midwest of the good ol' US of A. I am a middle child. I like creating things & making people laugh (standard, right?).

I started this blog for a few reasons:

1. To feed my obsession for making lists of my favorite things.

2. To document all of the (hopefully) cool things I will see and do in the coming months & years.

4. To share my doodles & collages in a fun way.

5. To just kind of let it all out I guess? And also inspire any of you (people reading this) to do the same! I'm a big believer in embracing & sharing what you love.

(I'm really enjoying writing this, wow.) Expectantly, I've held your attention in the last paragraph, and I hope I haven't bored you to death and I hope you aren't reading this thinking "NOBODY CARES SHUT UP!!!!!!!!"  I hope you're maybe looking forward to reading 'eh 'eh? But anyway, that's that. Once again-- WELCOME ONE & ALL.

Sophie

P.S If you've read this whole thing you are a true saint and one day I will buy you a mansion.

WELCOME TO MY BLOG

Hello, to whoever is reading this. I decided today to make my own blog so I could post and share my favorite things in music, movies, art, fashion, and everything else. Welcome & enjoy.

Sophie xx