12.19.2010

Simple. Beautiful.

With my new discoveries in the fashion world as I explore different websites and trends, I realized that I am getting so caught up in the glitter, literally.   I drool over sequins and Jeffrey Campbells and runways and things that I simply can't afford.  Don't get me wrong, there is no harm in lusting over fashion.  I think there is just a point which I crossed over to where I am a little too focused on the fact that I want so many things that I have lost my perspective.  I need to re-balance my life.  I saw the most beautiful simple wedding pictures today of a long ago friend and it struck me how engulfed I am in these thoughts of "I wish I had that" and "If only, then I could have that." The truth is, those Jeffrey Campbells that I want more than anything right now it seems, would bring me temporary pleasure, and there is so much more that I should be thankful that I already have. It's all about balance, and I need to regain that balance.  These wedding photos showed me that deep happiness and contentment can be found without all those things I am wishing I had.  There is so much good around me that I should soak up the light that people radiate around me.  I read a quote today that was new to me, though I'm sure it's a common one. "There is no key to happiness, the door is always open."  I want to learn to focus on enjoying beautiful things in a way that is more balanced, by looking inward, around me, and occasionally on the runways.   There is so much beauty around us, and we just have to open ourselves to it.  


I keep thinking of this one part of Eat, Pray, Love today over and over. 
"If you clear out all that space in your mind that you’re using right now to obsess about this guy, you’ll have a vacuum there, an open spot – a doorway. And guess what the universe will do with the doorway? It will rush in – God will rush in – and fill you with more love than you ever dreamed."


These are some photos from her wedding.

32 comments:

  1. wow, beautiful wedding photos. But what you wrote was definitely even more beautiful. Life is all about balance, i'm glad you noticed it. Most don't and let the glitter get to them. Lovely quote. I'm for sure keeping that!

    Love from,
    Raeshelle

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  2. I totally agree! I've been obsessing over fashion, things I can't afford and swearing my life would be better if I had - Jeffrey Campbells + Marc Jacobs purse - for too long and spending all my paychecks on clothes to realize I can't afford a flight to see my bf when I get home from Portugal :( Really have to balance my thoughts out as well. Beautiful post! Beautiful pictures!
    xo

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  3. how gorgeous are these pics! i too love drooling over pretty and expensive things on the net. in a way i've noticed that just looking at them curbs my desire to go out and actually by them... most of the times at least... hehe!

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  4. Thank you for stopping by my blog! I really enjoyed reading this post and those wedding photos are so beautiful. The quote about the door to happiness always being open is one we should always remember! We all hold the key to our OWN happiness! We shouldn't let material things cloud our vision.

    Stop by again soon!
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  5. LOVE these pictures :) great blog, im following :)
    Make sure you bring lots of beach essentials when you come to Aus!
    x

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  6. love this post, you've got a great blog!
    i'll be back for sure.. =]
    and thanks for your sweet comments, they mean the world!
    come back and visit the revamped COSMICaroline anytime!

    -COSMICaroline
    COSMICaroline.blogspot.com

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  7. Hi!! Thank you so much for your lovely comment in my blog!! Your blog is sooo nice too!! I was already following it!! XXX

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  10. beautiful photos! I really liked what you wrote!

    bisous,
    mia

    heylilahey.blogspot.com

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  11. looks like it was a beautiful wedding :)

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  12. looks like it was a beautiful wedding! :)

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  13. Great writing, really inspiring!
    http://haveyoueverfalleninlove.blogspot.com/

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  14. Thanks so much for the feedback on my blog. Much appreciated. Following you now too. :-)

    Also I love the wedding photos. How cool that the bride chose such beautiful flowers and a candy spread.

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  15. Hey! I just found your blog and it is amazing!

    I am following your blog and I hope you will follow mine too!

    xoxo,

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  16. Agreed, it is all about balance. Love the wedding photos :) xx

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  17. thank you for your lovely comment :)

    I really like this pictures :)
    love your blog & I follow you now ...

    maybe you'll follow me too ??

    xx
    http://simplebutreal.blogspot.com/

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  18. Wow, lovely wedding photos. But your write up was gorgeous...you are full of spirit! Keep it up.

    xoxo

    www.thebrunetteshake.com

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  20. Love that quote, its very true but sometimes its hard to find that open door

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  21. It really is all about balance...and we must all train ourselves to know and think that. Wedding photos are very beautiful! xo

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  22. I'm planning my wedding for June and I love these images!!....It's going to be garden chic.

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  23. Love this post and I couldn't agree more :) Great blog too, I'm following now! :)

    x Christine
    @ http://fancifulvision.blogspot.com

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  24. i don't like weeding, but these photos are great

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  25. hey summer,

    beautiful blog and post! adore the table dressing and pretty china.

    totally understand about re-aligning focus. it's easy to get carried away with something in the moment but good for you because the important thing is realizing it, from there the change (of mind) is easy. ♥

    thanks so much for your awesome comment and invitation...i'm following now! cheers, can't wait to see what Aussie-land brings for you.

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  26. This looks like a lovely wedding. So beautiful. And you're so right, my dear -- material things are certainly fun but they aren't what really matters.
    xo Josie
    http://winksmilestyle.blogspot.com

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  27. i agree too! reading blogs sometimes leaves you thinking about everything you don't have rather than appreciating what you do! love the wedding pics and the quote from eat pray love!

    xo
    sami

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  28. Sigh....weddings. One of my favourite times in life, when you're able to finally link yourself with your partner in faith. Oh, I'm such a romantic! ;)

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  29. The simplicity looks so pretty.


    sweetness xx
    hope to hear from you*!
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  30. wow!! thanks for this post...especially the quote at the end (never read EPL, or saw the movie)

    PinkPopMash

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  31. it is so easy to get sucked into all the materialistic aspects of fashion blogs. Thanks for reminding us all that there is a lot to be thankful for. The photos from this wedding are absolutely gorgeous. Following!

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  32. Lovely pics but your post is much lovelier. On the other hand girls always wanted girly stuff and that's one thing for sure that drives us in good mood..just to saw lovely pics. However it's only - material things- and -focus- is still the key on what your metaphor in life is..to know it is the KEY for you to have balance. Love reading your post gurl! :) Merry Christmas!

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