Words, Words, Words...

“Ralph Waldo Emerson once asked what we would do if the stars only came out once every thousand years. No one would sleep that night, of course. The world would create new religions overnight. We would be ecstatic, delirious, made rapturous by the glory of God. Instead, the stars come out every night and we watch television.”

 - Paul Hawkens

Don't let it pass you by.  Take time to experience. Take time to realize beauty and wonder. Take in all that is good. Live! Live! Live!

Especially with the Holidays coming up, take in every second. Think about every action. Experience, don't drift. Make decisions and leave nothing to habit!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Cheers,
Shannon

 

Wishing & Hoping...

It's almost Christmas... well kind of! Here is my wish list. Tell me what you're wishing for!

Wish List by smcooney featuring black tops

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Oh the Joys They Bring...

So in the past couple days I have run across these pictures. I was immediately taken by their unarguable cuteness, but it was not until today that I read the initial blog post on Momma's Gone City... Here are the pictures that will crush you with adorableness.

The story goes that this family had been wanting a puppy for sometime and had begun searching online and about at local rescues. When I read this it made me so happy. I am now partial to rescues having adopted my love from there just a bit over a year ago. Until I decided I wanted a dog and started the search I did not have an opinion on pet stores vs. rescues. But oh man do I now! There are so many dogs in need of rescue it's absurd. Anyway, back to to the story. This family ended up visiting their local shelter and choosing this little guy. solely because he made an immediate connection with their little man. He walked right into his lap upon entering the pen. That makes my heart happy. A connection is what it's all about. And boy were they right in sensing that connection, as evidenced above, these two are inseparable and the cutest pair I've ever seen! Right?!

I could go on for days about the relationship an owner has with their pup and the happiness that comes when you make a connection. When I went to find a dog for myself I really never thought about making that connection. I gave the rescue a list of dogs that I wanted to meet based on their pictures. My pup, Savannah wasn't even on the list! After meeting a few hyper dogs on my list, my now friend, Aaron brought out Savannah. He said that she was a good girl and he thought I would really like her. Well when she came out of the house on her leash she was jumping and really excited. I thought he was crazy! But then she ran over to me, sat down and stared up at me with those beautiful amber eyes. You could tell all she wanted was love. I bent down to pet her and she immediately snuggled into me. When I stood up she jumped up and gave me what we lovingly call her hug. She was calm, beautiful, and so ready for someone to love her. I knew she was the one I was meant to have. I came back everyday to take her on walks until the day I ultimately took her home. I honestly couldn't stop telling people about her (and actually still can't!). She's the best. She's cuddly, calm, always happy, and extremely loyal. The joy she has brought me is beyond measure. And that is why this story made me so happy, this family is witnessing the happiness and it is beyond anything they could have imagined. It's wonderful.

That's my thought for today. Hope you all are doing well! Tell me about your pets!

Cheers,
Shannon

P.S. If you are looking for a dog and are in AZ check out Lost Paws. They are the best. Ever.

Smitten...

1. Blue Valentine is one of my favorite movies. If you haven't seen it you should really check it out, it's fantastic. And if you have seen it then you know what I'm talking about. Here are some shots from one of my favorite scenes. Things that didn't make the movie (but that top left pic looks awfully familiar, any Crazy, Stupid, Love fans?). Also, fan of this movie or not you should really read this which, for me, makes it that much better.

2. Really want a picture like this with my dog... Yes, I know, I'm a crazy dog person. 

3. This is just fantastic. Dolce and Gabanna dress the Disney Villans. Perfect. 

4. My students and I have a little inside joke. Whenever I say "Ok, can you try this" they know it's going to be something a bit crazy. Sometimes I even preface it by saying, "This probably won't work, but lets just see how it goes". And you know what? A good fifty percent of the time it ends up working out! That's why I love this:

5. The hairstyle I covet is the perfect messy wave. Not trying too hard, but still looks good. This to me is exactly that:

Hope you all are having a great Tuesday! I know I am (Day off, woohoo!). Let me know what you guys are loving right now!

Cheers,

Shannon

Pining For...

A Leopard Coat!!

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Besides black, leopard is my favorite thing to wear. It goes with everything. It's classic, but also a bit rock 'n' roll (Which I LOVE). And if Jenna Lyons thinks its a neutral, I'm all for calling it that too! Aren't all these ladies above looking great? It's such a versatile coat! Lately I've been telling myself that it's a better investment for me, living in sunny Arizona, to bypass the purchasing of sweaters (which I never seem to want to wear anyway) and buy coats instead. This being because its cold in the morning and then by afternoon a jacket is no longer needed. So, instead of stocking my closet with sweaters, stick to cute tops that can be worn year around and invest in nice coats that can be thrown over anything for the cooler morning hours. I'm a genius, right? Well, maybe not, but it sounds like a fab plan to me. 

Here are some I've been eyeing. They won't break the bank either!:

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Let me know which one you are coveting! Hope you all have a fantastic Monday!

Cheers,

Shannon