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    Where did the weekend go?

    Photos by Ale Veyna

    Outfit Details:
    Free People Scarf (Similar here, here and here)
    Old Navy Chambray Shirt (Similar)
    H&M Chunky Cardigan (Similar)
    H&M Trouser Shorts
    Black Tights
    Madewell Loafers (Similar here and here)
    I’ve you haven’t figured it out from the title of this post, lately I’ve been feeling like I don’t have enough time to do everything that I want to do and have this feeling of being burnt out that I just can’t shake off. I think part of it is that I’ve been trying to fit in all these things that I love into my schedule–such as running, reading, blogging, crafting, writing, meditation, etc.–but I haven’t given myself enough time to rest. I need to work on being okay with not achieving everything on my to do list, realizing that I can’t do everything at the same time, and giving myself a break every once in a while. Please excuse me if this sounds repetitive from previous posts, but this is something that I constantly need to remind myself to do, especially since I often find myself in a similar state of being.
    Something that really helped me somewhat shake off the feeling of being overwhelmed was getting out of the house most of the day Saturday. Doing that got me away from my laptop and gave me a break from working on this space; I also made an effort to not be glued to my phone while I was out and about. I really love social media and this blog, but sometimes I think focusing too much of my time on those things prevents me from living in the moment. Sometimes it’s nice to disconnect and not feel the pressure to find some special highlight to share with the world through Instagram or Facebook.
    Other than me struggling to find time to recharge, it was a very good weekend, even if it was too short. As I mentioned before, I was out of the house most of Saturday and spent some time in Downtown L.A., attended an event at my old workplace, and then ended the night by going out for beers and pizza with my sister Ale. It also cooled down and drizzled a bit over the weekend, and the weather made it easier for me to take things slow; I kind of hope the rain sticks around for a few more days so that I can get the hang of this new, much slower pace.
    xoxo,
    Helen
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    Outfit

    Monochromatic Mod

    Photos by Ale Veyna
    Outfit Details:
    Madewell Bag
    Old Navy Turtleneck
    H&M Mini Skirt (Similar)
    Forever 21 Over-the-knee Socks (Similar)
    Madewell Loafers (Similar steal and splurge)

    When I was in high school I was obsessed with everything about 60s Mod style, especially the bold prints and simple A-line silhouettes. I would try to dress in clothes similar to that style even though vintage and Mod-inspired pieces were hard to afford on my budget. I even remember having a folder on my desktop filled with pictures of Twiggy and other girls in 60s fashion.

    Although my current style is far from 60s Mod fashion, many times I do tend to gravitate towards pieces that are inspired by that era such as loafers, mini skirts and shift dresses. Putting together this outfit was so easy and fun because I had a clear vision of what I wanted to look like in my mind. I was even going to straighten my hair and and style it in a bouffant to complete the look, but opted not to since this was one of those rare days when my naturally wavy hair wasn’t being rebellious. I’m actually glad that I wore my hair like this, even though it takes away from the Mod vibe of this look, because it makes my outfit seem like something that I can wear every day instead of a costume. However, I’m not saying that I won’t go the extra mile next time I put together an outfit inspired another decade.

     

     

    Life has been very slow lately, and I kind of like it that way. I have always been a perfectionist and felt the need to have as many things as possible on my plate, but am working towards abandoning that habit. I realize that it’s not healthy to beat myself up for not doing enough–whatever that means–and I want to become better at living in the moment. I also realize that it is possible to be goal oriented without having to constantly worry about the future.

    In my effort to learn to be more present, I have committed to a daily meditation and prayer practice during the 40 days of Lent, which I was inspired to do by my friend Janista as well as a mindfulness training that I’m taking part in at work. I actually grew up with the tradition of Lent, but in the past I’ve participated by giving up things such as sweets or social media, none of which have helped me become a better person in any way. I’m hoping that setting time apart to reflect on my day will enable me to become more aware of my feelings, my surroundings and the people around me. I’ve only been meditating daily for about a week, but I’ve already noticed how much more calm and centered I feel because of it.

    xoxo
    Helen

     

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    Outfit

    Back to Basics

    Photos by Ale Veyna
    Outfit Details:
    Forever 21 Floppy Hat
    Everlane Tank in Brick
    Madewell Skinny Skinny Crop Jeans (Available in Chilton Wash)
    MAC Lipstick in Twig (Lips)
    I originally wanted to photograph this outfit on my favorite bridge, but my sister and I were having too much trouble trying to find good lighting. To make things worse, we had a few people yell at us from their cars during the five minutes we spent trying to figure out what angle would work best. Not wanting to deal with more street harassment, my sister and I took a leisurely stroll and it wasn’t long before we found this fence covered with beautiful vines.
    The beautiful green backdrop turned out to be the perfect place to photograph this simple outfit. I love this basic tank from Everlane because the material is thick and isn’t clingy, and I really like the loose and relaxed fit. The highlight of this outfit, however, is my new pair of Seychelles heels that I bought as a birthday present to myself. I had been keeping my eye on them for almost a year and they finally went on sale for less than $35! Moments like this are why I’m a true believer that good things always come to those who wait.
    I’ve been feeling so creative lately, and it’s a bit overwhelming because I wish that I had the time and money to bring to life all the ideas floating around in my head. It was nice to have an extra day off this weekend to focus on this blog and brainstorm ideas. However, it was really hard to put away everything that I was working on in order to go back to my regular weekly routine. Sometimes I wish I could just go on a very long vacation where all I do is make things and cook, but that doesn’t seem like it’s going to happen anytime soon.
    One of the things that puts me in a crafty mood is hanging around creative people, whether they be friends or family. On my day off on Monday, I spent most of the day with my sister Ale and my abuelita(grandma) Chela, who are both very artistic and creative women. I’m always inspired by the variety of things my grandma makes, and she is constantly encouraging me to learn new crafts. She even dragged me to Michael’s while we were out and about, and I ended up buying a crochet needle so that I can finally start learning the craft. In order to follow through with that goal, I promised my grandma that I would visit her on Saturday afternoons so that she can teach me the basics. I’m excited about the things that I will make and, most importantly, I’m glad that I’m making an effort to spend time with one of my favorite people.
    xoxo,
    Helen
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