blissful insanity

Whew, another productive day comes to a close. Thank goodness it's almost my bed time. Seeing as I did almost nothing yesterday, I sure made up for it today. Most of my day was spent with Ashley, and it was wonderful. I got to see Adalyn and Ryan for a couple hours which I totally enjoyed. Ashley and I researched some volunteer opportunities, and stopped by the old folks' home. Looks like we'll be frequenting there..at least we're taking steps now instead of just talking about it. I'd like to volunteer at a food bank/soup kitchen, but the ones around here have such limited hours. When their next volunteer day comes, I hope to be there. We visited the gym for about 45+ minutes; I'm so glad I've started working out again. It feels amzing! School starts again on Monday, so I had to get books today..and boy are they expensive. Hopefully I can sell my old ones to partially compensate. I think I'll go relax and maybe read now. Just had to share my super day (: Looks like tomorrow will have just as much business. Goodnight!
~peace.love.mak~

what a weekend!

 I know this is a few days late, but I had to write about my fabulous weekend. Friday was spent relaxing and hanging out with Ashley, after hitting the gym of course. Saturday we went to the mall for a bit, and got to see an old friend; probably one of my oldest. We went back to Ashley's, tested out her hot tub, and just hung out. It was perfect! Sunday was just as lovely. My mom and I visited downtown Seattle. Our first stop was the EMP. However, I'm sad to inform that I was slightly disappointed; I thought there were more exhibits. The Hendrix exhibit was amazing! Oh and there was a 'history of the guitar' exhibit which was very informative. We later had some teriyaki before picking Dyllan up. After that, Shelby brought me Adalyn and she spent the night. Ahh so wonderful. The week started off good as well. And I'm sure the rest will continue in the same fashion. (:

EMP!

you can't see it, but we're standing in front of the space needle



the guitar he played at Woodstock

I got a Hendrix poster of him 'Live at Woodstock' and some newspapers from the actual event. [:

I love this beautiful baby! <3

~peace.love.mak~ 

what a revelation~

Talking to Ashley last night made me realize a few things. First off, she brought to my attention that by making promises about changes I'll make and not keeping them, I'm lying to myself. There's no point in agreeing to hollow vows; action must be taken. So, starting today, I will hold true to all of my words. And thanks to Ashley, I now have someone to hold me accountable, and I do the same for her. I truly do feel the emotions expressed in this blog, but I don't always speak or act that way. I have no explanation as to why, but that is about to change. My personal thoughts will now become my everyday words and actions, so expect a more genuine Mak! Thank you Ashley for bringing this revelation to me, and I'm so so so glad you're in my life. That's all for now.
~peace.love.mak~

any day now

today was amazing! and SO productive--I loved every minute! Dyllan and I took our mom to work, got ready for school, only to find out he has no class today; drove home to pick up Ashley. Then we got a starbucks and brought it to our mom at work, picked Shelby up (who conveniently lives where my mom works)..went to the gym [[had an awesome workout]]; Dyll got ice cream; then remembering we hadn't eaten, we ventured on over to the albertson's deli and got dinner. after that, we loaded the car up (now with Adalyn whom we got at the ice cream shop), and headed for home; stayed there for less than an hour, and picked our mom up from work. whew! I think that's it..see? told you it was productive (:

What a lovely day! not to mention the weather was gorgeous! then, being in western washington, it began raining ): but hey, we got the sun for hours, so I'm not complaining. I sooo look forward to relaxing tonight and beginning another glorious day tomorrow!

I just looove this picture and had to share it. so pretty!

that's all (:

~peace.love.mak~

beautiful, wonderful, amazing, happy..life

well, we're all settled into our new apartment. of course everything isn't unpacked, because we have A LOT of boxes. it does feel good to be back here though..I've spent a few days with my friend whom I haven't seen in too long. plus I'm close enough now that I just pick Adalyn up in the mornings. although I didn't used to be a morning person, she makes me happy to be up. I love the crisp air and getting to watch the sun come up. Dyllan comes with me too; he's so good about getting up at 6:45. ahh, what wonderful children (:

they make me smile huuuuge all the time [: 

Ashley  and I spent hours randomly painting yesterday.. I'm glad she loves it because that's one more thing we can do together.
I must go enjoy the sun!
~peace.love.mak~

productivity feels good

Today was reeeeally busy..but for a good reason..we're moving on Friday, and just started packing today. So we have to pack an entire house in 2 days and have it totally clean in 3..yikes..it doesn't help that I'll have Adalyn this weekend. But hey, it's all worth it in the end (: Now I'm hoping to relax and sleep well tonight.. I feel as though a cold is coming on..either that or allergies. either way, sleep is the cure-all. I'm very excited for spring break with my best friend(s)..and just being near all my friends again.

 Dyllan and I walked Seattle the other morning <3

 such a stud (:

I thought this was pretty neat

<33

I look a little strung out, but I'm not.. Love that scarf!

It's time for rest..

~peace.love.mak~

praise allah!

Man, life is goooood. My mom got the job she was hoping for, we're moving back to our hometown, things are just looking up. I'm on Spring break..The sun is starting to peek through. Everything is going wonderful! I have an amazing family and couldn't make it through without them. So, I love you all! Off to Seattle I go.
~peace.love.mak~

kiss the sky

So I realized I suck at this whole blogging business..I'm tryin to make it better though! I fail at working out every day, so the 90 days is now 95 I think? And Lent is going less than okay. I haven't been sticking to my promises /: I wish I could blame this on my finals week, but there really is no excuse. Although it has been a busy week, I've had time to read..and I've just been lazy when it comes to not eating sugar, not consuming caffeine, and remaining positive. That must change! I love taking care of dear Adalyn, but having her constantly reminds me of how much I want to wait to have one of my own. It's hard trying to tend to a baby and complete a timed test..or to sleep..I feel like a mom myself..ha! I do love and appreciate my time with her very much though. Yesterday I spent the day with my wonderfully amazing aunt. She's the most spiritual and loving woman I know, and I was blessed with her presence.I'll write more later--Addy wants to be rocked to sleep.
~peace.love.mak~

music never dies

So my mom and I did go to the memorial park (is that politically correct?) yesterday. It was much different than the first time we went..As soon as we pulled up we saw the giant monument in honor of the late Jimi Hendrix, and I asked her how could we possibly have missed this?! At least 10 people visited the same statue when we were there, and it just amazed me that this man has been dead for 40 years, and people still visit him. He was, and is still, a legend. I asked my mom if he ever imagined this..she said how could he? [[R.I.P. Jimi]] We spent some time taking pictures, reading his notes, and just admiring the beautiful creation. After that we walked around almost the whole park, just reading headstones..I was attracted to this huuuuge Chinese-palace-looking building,,found out it was dedicated to all the victims of Hurricane Katrina..the love of the donors melted my heart <3 Then we stumbled upon the section for soldiers..one stone touched me in particular,, it read "here lies a soldier known only to God." how sad..

that man whose legs you see let his dog poop in some flowers on Hendrix's plot..that was disturbing

this area of land was beautiful!

Rest in peace, beloved men and women. <3
~peace.love.mak~

peace and music

So last night I stumbled across a program on tv about Jimi Hendrix at Woodstock, and of course I watched it. I remembered that Hendrix was a Seattle-born man, but was informed that his body lies to rest in Renton (which coincidentally is where I currently reside). A few weeks ago my mom and I took a walk through a memorial park about a mile from our house. I joked with her last night about the irony if Hendrix was buried in that cemetary.. Of course I googled where his headstone is, and low and behold that graveyard came up. I google mapped and sure enough it IS the same park I had just walked. Today, we're going to find his burial site..I was also inspired by the whole Woodstock/Hendrix talk so much I had to paint. Here it is:

I love it <3 Ohhh Lent starts today. I'm looking forward to the challenge, and to the connectedness with God. I have some essays to write, so I better quit blogging.
~peace.love.mak~

great news!

just wanted to share that Adalyn now laughs regularly

and Dyllan lost his first tooth this morning (:

I love these kids!  I'm very sleep deprived and started out cranky, but today has proven to be wonderful (:
Gotta tend to Addy.
~peace.love.mak~



the frog was sensational..

[[hahaah! I love you Ashley.]]

Today is BEAUTIFUL! I stepped outside, expecting to freeze my butt off, and was welcomed by the warmth of the sun. It made my day 100 times better (: I've started this 90 day work out program, and today's day 6 (technically 7 but we missed friday's work out). It feels amazing to be treating my body the way I should! I have more energy and more desire to make healthy choices. Becoming physically healthy is only one aspect of my journey. My ultimate goal is to be completely at peace; I long to be spiritually in tune with God, Earth, myself, and those around me. Lent begins in 3 days, and my mom and I are participating. I decided to give up 3 things, and take on 2. Of the 3 I'm giving up, only 2 are materials: caffeine and sugar. Obviously I can't rid my diet of sugar completely, because it's necessary for proper health; but I'm eliminating extra sugars. Caffeine may not be easy because I've become addicted to it, but I do not want any addiction in my life. The 3rd "thing" is negativity. I make so many negative choices and speak negative words on the daily, and that needs to change. I think I'd be a much better person once negative energy is gone. I'm taking on reading every day. I plan to read my bible and other books that will help me along this journey. Giving someone a compliment will also become a part of my daily life. I compliment people, but not often enough. I think good thoughts but don't express them. So, in 40 days I hope to be much more spiritual than I am now. That's all [:
~peace.love.mak~

what a beautiful day!

speaking of dreads, here are some recent pictures of the lovely additions (:

today is the first time in a few weeks where the sun in shining..and I'm loving it. I really hope Spring comes soon,,cuz honestly this cold business is getting old. Not to mention how wonderfully beautiful Spring is..all the flowers blooming, the birds singing, the sun shining, etc. Can't wait!! I don't have much to say today, so enjoy the beauty.
~peace.love.mak~

ahh

  Tiwahe.What a beautiful thing. My tiwahe rules my world, and without it I wouldn't be where I am. I just wanted to take a second and thank everyone in my life for being so wonderful. I receive much more than I deserve, and for that, God is good (:
  I've heard a lot about dreads being connected to spirituality. Either people grow them to preserve spirituality or to reach it, but in both cases there's a connection. I didn't begin my dread journey to find spiritual happiness, but recently I've been summoned to walk a better path in life. Lately I can think of only one thing : strengthening my connection with God, Earth, myself, and those around me. Now I'm not saying this is because of my dreads, but I find it worth mentioning. Anyway, I know God is talking to me..I just can't figure out what He's saying. I think it may be that I need to start leading a more spiritual life, so here I go. Wish me luck!
 ~peace.love.mak~