*explore.dream.discover.

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hmm..*sips tea*...

I'm neglecting you again, aren't I?

Lo siento kiddies... spent the weekend in Bristol by the cousin. It was interesting to say the least...haha...

...and other than the wonderful Trini food my cousin cooked, she is super inspirational...following her own dreams and goals..

Sigh. But being on a 3 hour coach..and having to pack and unpack just reminded me of how many hours in these past six months I've been in transit...

...with more traveling coming soon! Haha....

Anyways, being a blog about finding inspiration in constant uprooting, here's some nomadic pretty to start off your day..

"Trail Blazers": Daria Werbowy and Lily Donaldson in Cuzco, Peru by Mario Testino for Vogue UK. March 2008.

“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” – St. Augustine

“There are no foreign lands. It is the traveler only who is foreign.” – Robert Louis Stevenson
 

“A journey is like marriage. The certain way to be wrong is to think you control it.” – John Steinbeck

“One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.” – Henry Miller

“Travel is more than the seeing of sights; it is a change that goes on, deep and permanent, in the ideas of living.” – Miriam Beard

Sometimes I find myself complaining that world travel isn't as glamorous as it's cracked up to be, having to live out of a suitcase and slum it out sometimes [and look like a hot mess toting heavy suitcases through New York City]...but honestly, it's worth it...

Maybe I'm being totally existential right now, [blame the impending return to the US] but the experiences that I have had in the past few months are ...I dunno.. live-changing, priceless, once-in-a-lifetime...and have certainly impacted me and inspired me in ways I could never have imagined *tear* ...cliché, I know.

And, while I am somewhat excited to return to the States, I will definitely, DEFINITELY miss this gloriously cultural country... [and, of course, will be back!]

ah well.. "The only thing constant is change..."...a concept that I am slowly understanding...but, as one very amazing friend rightfully said, it's not the end..just a new chapter...something new to get used to...to keep me on my toes...life does that...

...and hopefully I look amaze doing it! Ha!
xx

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*romeo, romeo...wherefore art thou romeo...

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This week's theme seems to be kiddy-related [real kiddy..not you kiddies] so why not feature buzz-worthy child of the hour...

...anyone recognize him??

...

No?

Well maybe you know his parents...

...umm ya..be jealous...

If any of you guessed Romeo Beckham, you were right...now pat yourself on the back and award yourself 100 points...

The ten year old [and second child of genetically superior Posh+Becks] has been causing a stir in the fashion world for becoming one of the faces of the new Burberry SS13 campaign, alongside fellow Brits Charlotte Wiggins and Alex Dunstan.

Top male model David Gandy praised miniBecks, claiming that he's a natural and is clearly enjoying himself, while Burberry's chief creative officer even stated that he was a joy to work with and that his fun and upbeat spirit clearly represents the collection and is evident in the photos.

I'd have to agree! He fits right in!

And if those pictures weren't enough, here's a video preview of the campaign to see just what a ball of energy Romeo was on set.
..ok..now where can I get one? haha...

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*baby mama drama

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Eek...it's been a while..

Spent the past few days babysitting my little cousin while my aunt and uncle went back out to work.

Umm..it was fun to say the least...but let's just say I'm grateful he's back off to school today...haha...leaves me time to blog!

I even took a picture of me playing hide-and-seek with him!

Constance Jablonski. Numéro #117.

Aren't we cute?!

Haha..just kidding..

Anyways...while I would like to think that my cousin and I looked like this...

...the reality was probably closer to this...

*here's where I normally post some inspiring and related quotes for you to ponder about, but today lovelies, I've only got one..

“The only creatures that are evolved enough to convey pure love are dogs and infants.” ― Johnny Depp

Ironically, they both also poo everywhere. Coincidence? #ithinknot

...I'm just being silly...I love kids. And my cousin is no exception. He constantly surprises and amazes me with just how happy he is and all that he can do.

If you have of your own, treat them like the angels that they are [even if they don't always act like it] *hides duct tape*... If you're expecting, Congrats!...and if you're patiently waiting for your own opportunity...

..join the queue!
xx

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*That's what friends are for!

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"A friend is one who knows you and loves you just the same."- Elbert Hubbard.

"A true friend never gets in your way unless you happen to be going down"- Arnold H. Glassgow

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*Bristol.[bored]

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...ok...so it wasn't all that boring...but the title's punny no? haha..

Last Sunday, I was able to spend the day at my cousin's in Bristol. For those who don't know, Bristol is a little town on the coast of England, about 2 hours outside of London.

First impressions? 

It's cute and quaint and looks nice enough...but right off the bat I could see why my cousin wouldn't be entirely happy there.

You see, and my opinions may be a little off, but England, to me, as compared to New York, seems more 'settle-downy.' My cousin has countlessly expressed her desire to live in the more urban, hustle-and-bustle, metropolitan London rather than the more laid-back, seaside Bristol. However, while we were there, after a wonderfully prepared lunch, she showed us around town.

I guess I was lucky in that it not have been the routine Bristolian weekend as the annual Bristol Harbor Festival was on. With the always-welcome warm weather that England was experiencing, it was perfect shorts weather for a day out. And many were out indeed...

From performers in the park, magicians and samba dancers, to kiosks selling everything ranging from jewellery to churros and kebabs to sunglasses to fudge?!...you name it, they had it. And every block had something different!

My family and I ended up watching some local dance troupes perform, with many patrons getting very into the music. I have attached a picture of some African tribal dancers who were very good and, in trying to be inspired by all around me, they got me thinking about designing again.

From a fashion perspective, the use of print seems to be very current right now, and I always lament the fact that male fashion, which as a whole I think is lacking, definitely lacks in the print department. While those around me know that I like to wear bright, outstanding clothes, and I do in fact have some print tops, I wish I had more print in my wardrobe.The prints on the dancers' wraps were wonderfully vivid and raw, something that I would love to capture in both my clothing and designs one day. What a simple and effective way to add some 'pop' to an outfit...

ok..so I made a 'quick' little mood board...

It was such a lively weekend and somewhat reminded me not only of home *sad face*...but also how much inspiration lies around us...and how in amazement I still am of things around me...

*picks up pencil, starts sketching*

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*Fam[ily]

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So, while I have a lot of other posts piling up, I have had an interesting past two days spending time with my mother and aunt, learning about their side of the family.

I have never really known a lot about my mother's family history, except that my grandmother had it rough, raising children single-handedly, and my mother and her siblings weren't the best off financially. However, yesterday I happened upon a picture of my grandfather, whom I had never seen. It encouraged me to delve into the mysteries of my family, a conversation which lasted for more than four hours, providing humorous memories and  a lot more questions than answers.

Regardless of all that is left unanswered, it made me proud, proud of my family and how far we have come through hard work and perseverance; and how despite minor discrepancies, underneath it all we still love each other.

Ironically, I was also reminded of this today when a very close friend of mine reminded me that friends come and go, and while you can't choose your family, they will always be there for you.

Ultimately, I have decided to invest more energy into learning about my lineage and with the hopes of passing it on to my own family someday...just another project that I have committed myself to.

[I hope that I don't procrastinate with that too..]

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