Nikkah Ceremony - Eliza and Kamran

Yesterday I photographed my friend's Nikkah Ceremony. It was not as I expected and actually opened my eyes a little!

Here are some of the pictures I took :)

A Day - Picture Today, Inspire Tomorrow

Have you heard about A Day? It's a movement to inspire with photos from all around the world.

On 15th May 2012, millions of people photographed things/places/people that were important to them. Awesome. I signed up, and took some photos from my daily life.

Check out my page here and for more info and the about page, click here.

The pics below are ones I didn't include, but ones I liked nonetheless :)

Taking these made me think though, how often do we let the little moments pass us by? Whether it's a beautiful sunset or a funny moment between dog and owner - they matter, and we should remember to appreciate them! 

Getting Inspired

Hi readers!

I hope you're having a fantastic week so far. I've been a little MIA recently, urgh, trying to find my mojo among other things!

But you know what helps? Reading other blogs - getting inspired. I see what other awesome bloggers blog about, and how excited they get about a photoshoot or giveaway or even just something awesome that's happened to them - their happiness is contagious! I think my problem sometimes is trying to channel it into one thing at a time! Ya know?

Anyway, Marilyn from Pulp Sushi - she's my ad swapper, and a fab one at that - has a fantastic giveaway right now. I love the funky designs on the tee's - you should really check it out. I have a friend who suits them to a T!

So, thanks to Marilyn and Gabby- you guys knocked my inspiration socks off.

Photo via Creature Comforts Blog

Farewell March!

March has been a pretty busy month for me! There have been new friends made, new things learnt, new experiences, new movies watched (The Hunger Games, yay!) my first photo shoot and much more!

Check out my pictures below :)

Crossing the Sydney Harbor Bridge on a beautiful Sunday

How cool is this pic? It's almost like it's out of the 1920's or something! 

The Hunger Games. 'Nuff said. 

John at the Lindt Cafe!  

Darling Harbor, Sydney. 

How was your March? Hope it was fantastic! 

Advice to my Younger Self

What's that saying, "If I had known then, what I know now..." or something along those lines? Anyway, I like to think I've matured since high school and become comfortable in my own skin.

So if I could give my younger self some advice, this is what I'd tell her:


Dear 14-year-old Me,


You're not the kind of person who has lots of friends, and you think that's lame. But when you've reached my age (the ripe old age of 23 - I still have lots to learn too!), you'll see it's not lame - it's just the kind of person you are. You have a few great friends, whom you're just getting to know now, and they'll still be in your life 9 years later. 
I remember feeling excited by spending time with them, and getting to know them so make sure you don't take them for granted. Although I said you're still friends with them now, it doesn't mean they'll necessarily be in the same city (or even the same country!) as you. So make it count. 


I know you aren't happy with your appearance, but it does get better. You will lose weight. You will get braces (at 21, but better late than never!) to fix that one stupid tooth. Your skin will clear up. You will figure out how to do something with that wacky head of hair. It will get better. 


As for boys, well. We both know that's an awkward subject. You'll be the first of your friends to get a serious boyfriend (at 15! Parents won't be happy!) and it'll always be a little tough. Trying to bridge the age gap, and trying to make everyone get along will be exhausting. You'll be with him for a good long while, and you really do try and make it work. You learn a lot from him, but he's just not the one for you. 
A little while later, you'll meet an amazing man. He's romantic, special, kind and generous and gets along with your family (like a house on fire!) and you just know. I won't give away all the good bits (and there are many!), but you will count yourself so incredibly lucky. So don't worry, you will eventually meet this amazing person, who's your best pal and who you're so grateful to have in your life.  


Oh and as for a career? It's going to take you a while to figure it out... as in I just figured it out. But don't worry! You'll learn lots along the way, and it'll be interesting and fuel your curiosity to learn more.
It might have made things a little easier if I had known then what I wanted to do. But I don't regret waiting 'til now - I've been inspired by so many amazing people that I wouldn't change a second of it! 


So, my shy, slightly-chubby 14-year-old self: I know you can't wait to grow up and live your own life. But this is a time when you have your best friends around you, you're experiencing new things and you're learning new things every day. You're also getting to spend quality time with your parents, which is important. Be happy with that, 'coz once you're a grown up (am I? Not sure) you have other life things to worry about - rent, bills, career etc, etc. You have a great life ahead of you and it will come, so be patient! Oh, and you will get a tattoo (or two) eventually. 


From,
Your 23-year-old self. 


P.S. Get on the blogging bandwagon would you? It's so much more than you thought it was! Trust me. 

I reckon I will have learnt/experienced many more things by the time I'm 32 (gosh!) after all, isn't that what life is all about??

Quote of the Day - Friday 17th February 2012

Ah Friday, how glad I am to see you! It's been a busy day and an even busier week!

I'm having my work farewell tonight, and I think it will take some getting used to not going into the same place and seeing the same people that I've known for 3 1/2 years. But, I believe resigning and taking the next step towards my goals will make me that much happier, sooner.

I'm especially looking forward to spending more time setting up my portfolio, blogging, DIYing, cooking, reading and walking Marley. Geez, it looks like I'll be busy even when I'm not working! Sounds marvellous,

As per usual, here's my Friday quote. I hope you have had an excellent week, and no matter what you're doing or where you are - I hope you're happy!

"People tend to think that happiness is a stroke of luck, something that will descend like fine weather if you're fortunate. But happiness is the result of personal effort. You fight for it, strive for it, insist upon it, and sometimes even travel around the world looking for it. You have to participate relentlessly."
- Elizabeth Gilbert - Eat, Pray, Love.

(photo from here)

Happy Thursday

Super glad it's Thursday. Work has been hectic this week!

Seeing things like this, makes me happy.

Lovely style from Mr Kate.

I want this dress.

Happy Thursday!