Birthday's tend to make people reflect on their lives thus far. I have been very fortunate in my quarter of a century on this planet. I have learned a lot about myself and I continue to do so on almost a daily basis. While it is true, given that I am moving to a country where I don't speak the language in order to be happy and spend everyday with the person I love, it might appear that I don't give a fuck what people think about what I do with my life. I still do a little bit. Slightly, alright really not all that much.
My birthday gift to myself, besides a kindle, yay kindle with Euro adapter. Is, I am going to listen to myself more. When I was younger, before high school took its toll, as it does to most of us, I was fearless. I would wear whatever made me happy, gold lame pants, hot pink sparkles- I know fashion victim, but I had no fear. It would surprise most of my friends now especially co-workers, that I am actually quite the fashion lover and I believe that what you wear has a direct influence on how you feel. So yes, I dress dumpy and dingy to my current job because being there makes me feel dumpy and dingy. After my few short workdays left, all those clothes are going to a new home. I will never again wear something I don't like because I am too lazy to get done up in the morning, and feel sad about going to work.
I love how carefree I am in these. I also love my hair that color red.
With life kind of up in the air career wise when I move to Holland, I vow to trust my instincts and to never again take a job that gives me nightmares in the middle of the night. I am going to work on listening to how I am and making myself happy. Which will in turn strengthen my relationships. I am also not going to buy clothes unless I love how they make me feel just because I am convinced that I am going to freeze in The Netherlands. Which let's face it, this girl from Georgia who is used to at least 97 degrees in the summer, probably will.
What gift will you give yourself this year? Also, just 50 days until I leave the Country!
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Excellent post Kaitlin! And
Excellent post Kaitlin! And look at your little hottie college self!!! I hope you had a great birthday.
HA! I recognize that second
HA! I recognize that second picture! ;) Good for you being more positive! I often buy clothes I don't love or that aren't all that flattering b/c they're cheap. Scott is EXTREMELY frugal, and I am too--to an extent. Neither of us likes to spend money on clothes. But I do admit if I wasn't married I would probably buy nicer things more often. But it definitely does take a toll on your self-esteem if you don't put forth the effort to look your best. Even something as simple as taking the time to dry my hair in the mornings, rather than throw it in a pony tail, makes me feel so much better about myself.