Desk Findings: Grey Blue

Todays findings are a bit blueish greyish!
1- A book I got for Christmas! Its a comic book style kinda book. I haven't gotten around to reading it yet but I'm super excited to dive into it.
2- Postcard I picked up at a local art fair.
3- A little drawing from Christopher David Ryan. You can go HERE and get a cute drawing also!
4- A under exposed instax picture. I'm still trying to get the hang of that darn camera!
5- A little pile of gold glitter-confetti!

Song and Doodle #38

Todays song and doodle comes from one of my favorite songs Let It Go by James Bay. I'll be honest with I first heard this song I didn't really like it. I thought his voice was too perfect and kinda poppy. Upon accidentally adding it to my YouTube play list and it popping up every few songs I realized that I should give this song a better listen. Ever since I've been in love with it. After listening to the lyrics its kind of a sad and realistic song about trying to let go when you really don't want too. Its relatable, charming and overall a good listen. If you're searching for something to blow your mind, probably not going to do it. If you need something good to listen to as you clean or work on projects this is the guy for you! I'm super stoked for him to release a full album! 

So whats the verdict? Ears bleeding or heart swooning?

December Art Journal!

Last months art journal was pretty successful. Lots of doodles and flippy outty bits. I think after a few months I've come to really like the smaller books better. I fill out more pages and it feel like less of a task. I've become quite fond of flipping though my past books from the year. Its pretty fun! I'm excited to finish up this book this month! 

New Years Resolutions!

Phew! Its that time of year agin! I always make goals for the year even though I often don't accomplish half the list. I just like the idea of coming up with aspirations for the new year! It gives me hope and I always feel like I can do ANYTHING!! Strange I know, but we all have our quirks!

Lets review last year!
1- Write a book! Er...didn't happen. I got a few ideas but didn't follow through on any of those.
2- Sing more songs! I improved on this one a TON! I've written a lot of new songs and learned a lot of new songs. I feel like I'm getting more confident when I play in front of people. Although my hands still get super sweaty!
3- Get organized! Oh yeah I totally conquered this one last year! I kept up on my planner and my bills. I just bought a new planner so hopefully this year can be just as organized! I just need to figure out a way to organize my snail mail.
4- Socialize! I improved on this one also! (go me!) I've put myself WAY out there! I've been on dates and am getting better at my small talk. I'm better at doing things on my own and asking when I need help in stores! I'm so proud of myself you have no idea! I mean yes, I get really bad panic attacks occasionally. But I'm not letting that stop me!
5- Open and Etsy shop! Er....yeah a no go on this one too! I keep changing what I want to do or make. Maybe one day I can figure it out!

Over all not bad! I'm quite proud of my few accomplishments! This year my list is a little bit smaller and simpler. I think its good to have goals even silly ones.

1- Be kind to myself. This is a huge one cause I'm so hard on myself. It just encourages my self doubt and negative self image. I need to love myself more and get more confidence!
2- Be adventurous! I'm still a lil'hermit. So I like my routine and familiar places. But I really want to travel more, go to new restaurants and try new things!
3- Start a portfolio. I'm always wanting to do more with my art skills. (I feel saying that but I'm not sure how else to say it!) Most of the time I draw something and I either send it in a letter or stash it in a folder some where. I really want to sit down and focus and work on creating a solid work of art that I want to share with people.
4- Write more. I like to write but I doubt my writing skills. I'm hoping once I get to a spot that I write frequently then I might gain more confidence. I'm really hoping that I can write more poems and songs! Seems do able eh?

Thats about it! I'm excited about the new year and all that it may hold! The future is so wonderful and unknown. I'm so happy to be a part of this unpredictable universe! I wish you all luck on you New Years resolutions!