Intuition

6.22.2012

Sometimes I daydream about running in heels and a ball gown.

Writing, Running, Music and God... how they all mix together in my life.

Every once in awhile, I think it is important to stop, sit down, take a breath and reflect on where you are in your life.  Everyone does this differently.  Some people will take a yoga class, meditate, go to church, journal, run, write, blog, talk with friends or God or exercise.  During reflection, we are able to process and make sense of things that have happened to us.  Hopefully, in these times of slowing down, we are better able to see where a lesson was revealed to us, and we are able to take this new knowledge and apply to our future.


I am an avid writer.  Wait a second though, I'm not a skilled or talented writer and I probably never will be. I just don't think that is a gift I possess.  That's okay with me.  However, I love to write because it helps me clear my head and organize my thoughts.  Maybe I am too analytical (definitely possible), but I can say that write every. single. day.


Sitting down with a cup of coffee, my journal, maybe some music and my Bible is essential to me.  Sometimes I have major realizations when I write, and sometimes I am just writing a daily "to-do" list.  Either way, writing is beneficial to me and I will probably never stop doing it.


Along with writing, I have developed a love for running over the past 10 years that has in a lot of ways, changed my life.  I know running is not for everyone and I don't push people to run who truly don't enjoy it.  For me when I run, (this is may sound weird) I can feel my brain compartmentalizing my thoughts in a completely new yet, natural way.  Running is not torture to me, it's meditative.  Also, music is a huge love in my life.  Running allows me to hear new songs, follow the rhythm of the music, and even choreograph dances in my head! 


I was telling my mom this, this morning, but I think running is God's way of calling me back to Him.  Inevitably, at some point during every run, I always end up thinking about God.  There are a lot of bible verses about endurance, perseverance and running to win the "prize", the "prize" being Jesus.  Here is an example:


"Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own.  But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead.  I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus."  -Philippians 3:12-13


I recently read a book called, A Long Obedience in the Same Direction.  This was not a book about running, but a book about Christian principles.  To me, running is a metaphor for the Christian life.  When you are running, it is a long obedience in the same direction, just like our faith in God should be.

Pink

Pink might be the greatest color ever. Here are 4 reasons why:

Redecorating

Yesterday, I was inspired to reorganize some things in my bedroom

Inspired by color!

Love

"I will not rest until God and love and synonymous in my own mind."


Today, I am really enjoying this song by The Cinematic Orchestra:
To build a home

Trees

For as long as I can remember, I have always loved trees.  They are so beautiful and to me, they are a natural representation of strength.  I went to the Redwood forest for the first time a few years ago and it was one of the most peaceful places I have ever been.

I came across this quote in my bible study this morning:  "The deeper the roots, the stronger and taller the tree will grow."  Well, that wasn't the quote exactly, but you get the point.  This means, the deeper your relationship is with Christ, the taller and stronger you will be as a person.  


Foster this relationship with Him through prayer, studying and fellowship and the spirit of Christ will shine through you wherever you go.  

New Favorite Blog: ZsaZsa Bellagio

Can I live here, please?! 

Song and verse of the day

Verse:

Paul writes:

"Don't you realize that in a race everyone runs, but only one person gets the prize? So run to win!  All athletes are disciplined in their training.  They do it to win a prize that will fade away, but we do it for the eternal prize.  So run with purpose in every step."  1 Corinthians 9:24-25

I like this verse because it reminds me that living a life for God is a journey, a race.  It's not easy,  but it is the only path that will lead to real fulfillment.  

Trust in God daily and with every step... run towards Him.

Song:

"First breath after coma" but Explosions in the Sky:

Click here for link to song

Why I run:

Okay, maybe not through the snow...but in Arizona I have had to run through the hot summers, that counts, right?!

Current Inspirations

Mint green jeans.  Love.

Too bad J. Crew is completely sold out!

Peonies!  

Victoria LeGrand's HAIR.  She is the singer/songwriter of Beach House and her hair is a messy mess of awesomeness. 

It's going to be a hot pink summer!

Costa Rica!  My fabulous friend, Joanna and I are heading there in a month for a week long summer adventure.  I can't wait!

Saturday, May 26, 2012

This is my first official post on my new blog, "I dream in Marigold." 

I am not the type of person to be able sit down for an extended period of time, so keeping this blog up is going to be kind of a stretch for me.

I am hoping to use this as a place where I can write about what's on my mind, funny things that happen in daily life and whatever is currently inspiring me.

I love to journal anyways and I think this could be a new way for me to document my life.

What I love:

Style

Music 

Fitness

Teaching

Art
Vintage

People 

Photography

Dance

Writing

Running

Stories

I am constantly inspired by MUSIC and I love meeting new people and hearing their stories.

Let the blogging begin!