#BondedForever Photo Inspiration of the Day Instagram
A couple of weeks ago my Dad and I filmed my video promo for Bonded Forever. I’m so luck to have such a talented and patient father that I can collaborate with so effortlessly. Stay tuned for the finished product!
What makes you happy and thankful to be alive? Take a picture of it on Instagram and write the hashtag, #bondedforever.
#BondedForever Photo Inspiration of the Day Instagram
I always stop to look at the Farm Journal Building’s 2nd floor windows whenever I pass by. My mother used to always get a window seat whenever she had to get her infusions at the Joan Karnell Cancer Center. She really loved to look out at Washington Square Park; it was a great mental escape from her very long infusion treatments. I took this picture while standing in the the space that was the exact vantage point from my Mother’s favorite seat. I am really thankful for all of the people that work in that building. They helped cure my Mother from cancer and I will forever be grateful for all of their hard work and determination.
Ironically, right after I posted this Instagram and walked away, I heard a thud. I turned around and saw that the tree I had been standing close to while taking the picture had literally snapped in half. It was a eery reminder of of quickly our lives can end or be saved.
My @search4root101 Instagram of the fallen tree
#BondedForever Photo Inspiration of the Day Instagram
Happy belated Summer Solstice everyone! Instead of guzzling wine and champagne, I like to celebrate seasonal changes and holidays by doing hardcore yoga. I enjoy pushing my body to its limit so that I can sweat out all of the emotional and physical baggage that I am holding onto and start anew. Therefore, I participated in Dhyana Yoga’s Summer Solstice Yoga Mala and crazily attempted to do 108 sun salutations outside during a heat wave! Although I’m sore today, I feel super refreshed and recharged. I’m truly thankful for my strength, endurance, and willpower.
If you would like to read more about my sweaty adventure, please read my article, 108 Sun Salutations for the Summer Solstice, at Searching for Root 101.
What makes you happy and thankful to be alive? Take a picture of it on Instagram and write the hashtag, #bondedforever.
#BondedForever Photo Inspiration of the Day Instagram
Beadworks is my absolutely favorite bead store in Philadelphia. I love walking around the store and looking at all of the beautiful assortments of beads and metal findings ( I mean seriously, what girl doesn’t like to look at pretty, shiny things?) There is so much eye candy there that I sometimes get too overwhelmed and leave empty handed. I’m so happy that I was able to focus today and find some beautiful strands of beads. There is nothing more satisfying than walking home with a clandestine big brown paper bag filled with my handpicked treasures. I can’t wait to turn these beads into one of a kind jewelry creations for Bonded Forever. Stay tuned!
What makes you happy and thankful to be alive? Take a picture of it on Instagram and write the hashtag, #bondedforever.
#BondedForever Photo Inspiration of the Day Instagram
Happy Mother’s Day to all of the mother’s out there!
I’m so lucky to have an awesome mother and grandmother. It is also such a blessing that they are both still here. I wish that I could have celebrated the holiday with them today, but I unfortunately was on call for work and was not allowed to leave the area. I’m happy that my mom was able to text me this picture. They both look so good (I especially love my Mom’s new haircut)! The only thing missing in this picture is my sister and I.
Although I couldn’t be with them today, I was able to have two nice phone chats with them. My Mom reported that she had a really nice visit at my Grammy and Grandpa’s house, a long relaxing walk along the Jersey Shore, dessert at a gourmet ice cream shop, and a fancy dinner at a restaurant that overlooked the ocean. She totally deserved to have such a nice and relaxing day. She works so hard and has been through so much.
Thank you, Mom, for being the best mother that a daughter could have. I appreciate all of the sacrifices that you have made for me, your helpful advice, and your unconditional love. You always proudly said that being a mother was your greatest achievement and that one of the best rewards for it would be if your two daughters could always like AND love you. I like you and love you, Mom!
What makes you happy and thankful to be alive? Take a picture of it on Instagram and write the hashtag, #bondedforever.
#BondedForever Photo Inspiration of the Day Instagram
I’m very fortunate to live in a city where there are beautiful murals and mosaics everywhere. They keep the urban city environment ebullient and colorful and make my daily walks through the city more enjoyable and stimulating. However, like any city, I also have to walk past a plethora of brick walls, pavement, and windows that are covered with spray painted swear words, random crude (and sometimes funny) statements, and people’s names. Luckily, there has been a friendlier street art movement happening in Philadelphia and all over the world called, yarn bombing (which involves tagging something with wrapped, knitted, or crocheted yarn).
Although this wheatpasted doily (which I believe was made by Tim Gibbons) isn’t made of yarn, it falls into that same friendly street art category. When I saw this on the corner of Bainbridge St. and Broad St, it instantly put a smile to my face. It made me think of handmade Valentine’s Day cards and the paper snowflakes that I used to make in grade school (although mine were never this good). I was also excited to see this, because I had read an article in Side Arts about Tim Gibbons a couple of months ago. All of the doilies that were photographed in the article were taken in West Philly, so it was a great surprise to see one in real life in Center City.
What makes you happy and thankful to be alive? Take a picture of it on Instagram and write the hashtag, #bondedforever.
#BondedForever Photo Inspiration of the Day Instagram
I absolutely love First Fridays in Old City, Philadelphia. I enjoy meandering through the historic cobblestone streets and alleyways and exploring the different opening receptions of art exhibitions. There is truly inspiration and beauty everywhere the eye can see. My best childhood friend, Laura, was visiting and it was so nice to be able to take a companion with me to this month’s First Friday. Our good conversations and laughter definitely made the night extra special.
I saw an amazing show at the Wexler Gallery called WILD Nature. All of the work was absolutely beautiful and I got completely lost in all of the artwork. The piece that I took a picture of is entitled, “Tulip.” The artist, Jennifer Trask, carved the whole thing out of bone and antler. It is hard to believe that she was able to create something so delicate and intricate out of such dense and rigid organic materials.
What makes you happy and thankful to be alive? Take a picture of it on Instagram and write the hashtag, #bondedforever.
#BondedForever Photo Inspiration of the Day Instagram
To play along with the theme from yesterday’s photo inspiration post, I thought that this picture also symbolized resilience and hope. I also think that the blades of grass and the divide between the two pieces of cement can represent the breakthrough towards wellness.
What makes you happy and thankful to be alive? Take a picture of it on Instagram and write the hashtag, #bondedforever.
#BondedForever Photo Inspiration of the Day Instagram
I glean a lot of interesting facts and bits of wisdom from my yoga teachers. In the beginning of class, many of my teachers often tell a story or paint a picture that can metaphorically relate to the message or class theme that they are trying to convey. One day, my teacher, Alex Holmes, mentioned that she loves finding blades of grass, weeds, or small trees rising up out of the cracks of pavement. She explained how she thinks it shows nature’s ability to have resilience and how beauty and life can form and take root in even the most inhospitable circumstances. Alex said that over a year ago, and I still think of her whenever I see some form of life poking its head up through the sidewalk.
When I saw these green leaves shooting up from the ground, at the cracked junction where cement meets brick (and a yucky discarded cigarette butt), I knew I had to take a picture up it. I reminded me that anything and everything is possible.
What makes you happy and thankful to be alive? Take a picture of it on Instagram and write the hashtag, #bondedforever.
#BondedForever Photo Inspiration of the Day Instagram
I’m so fortunate and lucky that my boyfriend, Travis, and I moved into a beautiful house this past January. We have the most amazing view of the Philadelphia skyline from our roof. I remember the moment when our realtor took us up onto the roof for the first time during our tour. The chilly winter air and view took our breath away. We both looked at each other and mentally said, “Sold!”
I absolutely love Philadelphia and I can’t imagine myself living in any other city. Whenever I’m feeling down or low on energy, I know that I can go up on my roof, breath in the crisp air, take in the silent energetic pulse of the City of Brotherly Love, marvel at the skyline, and know that everything will be okay.
What makes you happy and thankful to be alive? Take a picture of it on Instagram and write the hashtag, #bondedforever.
