always.

( a stefan sagmeister graphic)

noon

getting plucked. yesterday, my mom and i were talking about an old friend i had from high school. Today, she too was getting plucked. i hadn't seen her in 8 years. 

synchronism

i like looking for them. and imagine the reasons why

all day

attempting, and attempting again to start and finish my essay.

things of interest

legendary graphic designer  Stefan Sagmeister and his "things i have learned in my life so far" project. his 21 things

1. complaining is silly. either act or forget

2. thinking life will be better in the future is stupid. i have to live now.

3. being not truthful works against me

4. helping other people helps me

5. organizing a charity group is surprisingly easy

6. everything i do always comes back to me

7. drugs feel great in the beginning and become a drag later on

8. over time i get used to everything and start taking it for granted

9. money does not make me happy

10. traveling alone is helpful for a new perspective on life

11. assuming is stifling

12. keeping a diary supports my personal development

13. trying to look good limits my life

14. worrying solves nothing

15. material luxuries are best enjoyed in small doses

16. having guts always works out for me

17. actually doing the thing i set out to do increases my overall level of satisfaction

18. everybody thinks they are right

19. low expectations are a good strategy

20. if i want to explore a new direction professionally, it is helpful to try it out for myself first

21. everybody who is honest is interesting.

one more thing

stefan sagmeister addressing students. i like chapter two. this is inspiring.

i keep

thinking about that kitty