Photo Love {Inspiration}: Express Yourself!

November 1, 2010
Always be yourself, express yourself, have faith in yourself, do not go out and look for a successful personality and duplicate it.
Bruce Lee

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I’ve been thinking about self-expression a bit lately, perhaps because I have encountered quite a few people who unfortunately weren’t given the opportunity to pursue their interests and passions; in many cases, they have just given in and become the version of themselves that was expected of them.  I think I certainly became that person for quite a while.  But now that I’m in a different location across the globe and discovered this wonderful world of blogging, I’m in an interesting new phase of discovery and looking for the things that really excite me and exhibit my personality.  These forms of self expression may be as small and simple as the new studded belt I wear over  tunics or the dusty fit flops sandals that demonstrates my fondness for walking everywhere instead of taking a cab.

So paint on the walls, laugh out loud, and be as much of a rebel as you want to be.
Just express yourself!

Have a fabulous week lovelies!

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  • Katie November 1, 2010 at 10:18

    you go girl! xx

  • THE ALTERNATIVE WIFE November 1, 2010 at 12:18

    Woohoo! I’m with u! 🙂 Happy Monday, sweetie xoxo

  • Erika @ ~TiptoeButterfly~ November 1, 2010 at 13:19

    woo hoo

    PS – PLEASE come one come all and
    *Enter Camille Beckman Luxury Give-Away Here*

    *kiss kiss*
    Erika

  • tanvii.com November 1, 2010 at 13:24

    I agree with you! Self expression is very important to me too … and some how blogging is helped me with it A LOT! 🙂

  • PartyPlannerGal November 1, 2010 at 13:29

    Haha, love the photo of the child laughing! I think I have that one down myself 🙂 Great, inspirational post. I’m glad you are taking this opportunity in a new country to be who you really are. Great advice for us all.

  • Jude November 1, 2010 at 14:01

    Oh, the lovely and amazing things blogging and change of scenery can do! Such truth in these words, and I love that quote too. 🙂 Hope yours is an absolutely fab week too!

  • Krysten @ After 'I Do' November 1, 2010 at 14:15

    You’re awesome!

  • Kristin November 1, 2010 at 14:49

    Lovely post! Where would we be without our creativity?

  • Erika November 1, 2010 at 15:11

    Ooh, I so adore that first picture – perfection! I would never survive without creativity!! 🙂

  • Savvy Gal November 1, 2010 at 15:39

    That is right. What are we if we can’t be ourselves. : )

  • Chic 'n Cheap Living November 1, 2010 at 15:57

    @Erika I thought the same thing – Al Hirschfeld sketches on my wall would be perfect!
    @Savvy Gal – exactly, be yourself!

  • em.me.ma November 1, 2010 at 16:44

    B&&W!<3 lovely stuff

  • Haute World November 1, 2010 at 17:02

    Love these photos – James Dean was such an icon!

    I think it generally takes time for people to have the courage to be true to themselves and really discover who they are. In school, everyone tends to still follow another person. I think starting in your 20s, most people realize what they really want to do and how to truly express themselves.

  • Kristin Hjellegjerde November 1, 2010 at 18:41

    Yes, let´s express ourselves. The blog world is the new freedom of speech!!!
    Have a fab day!

  • Gema November 1, 2010 at 19:52

    I have carefully read your post and you’re absolutely right. The best thing in our lives should be authentic and be comfortable with ourselves.
    I´m your new follower
    Best wishes from Spain!
    http://www.lomasit.com

  • drollgirl November 1, 2010 at 19:59

    what a fabulous message! no need to tow the line. break free and be whoever you want to be! i think we live in an era where that is possible. HOORAY for that! 🙂

  • Josie ♥ Savoir Weddings ♥ November 1, 2010 at 20:31

    As always my darling, you are an inspiration!

  • honey my heart November 1, 2010 at 21:08

    james dean. love.

  • Krystal November 2, 2010 at 18:05

    These pictures are so great!! And I totally feel like that here too sometimes, a new person 🙂

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