Life Drawing Thurs 23rd

Didn't get into it properly this week, couldn't see very well - must arrive earlier next week to get a better view!!

.dreaming.

donnerstag.vorgestern.date mit meinen mädels im vapiano .. laughing.gossip.schöner tag. :)

freitag.gestern.stress.besichtigung einer akademie.vorstellungsgespräch.angenommen.
what? zukunft geplant.can't believe this.

heute.samstag.chillen.entspannen.lesen.träumen?

thank you...

...euer hippiegirl♥

Cute Desktop Babies

.shoppingtrip.

ich bin enttäuscht. ich gehe shoppen und es gibt einfach nichts! naja... gut es gibt natürlich was.. es gibt viele schöne dinge, die mein budget leider um einiges übersteigen.dann gibt es die sachen, die mein budget zwar zulässt, aber die einfach nur langweilig sind. was soll ich mit den dingen, die ich irgendwie alle schon hab. lasst euch doch mal was neues einfallen!
so, nach dieser enttäuschung habe ich dann tatsächlich doch noch etwas gefunden...

H&M Men/5 Euro


ich freu mich :)

...euer hippiegirl

.thinking.

eine tasche.ich liebe sie.












/schnäppchen.13 euro.takko fashion/

ein paar worte zum tag, der noch sehr jung ist. grau,dunkel,kalt... verkriechen?
dicker pulli.kuscheln.tee.

....euer hippiegirl

Success: A Stretch Beyond Your Comfort Zone

I've often witnessed the ways in which many people become their greatest obstacle in their path towards success. It's human nature to do this. We complain at the drop of a hat when we don't achieve the outcomes we desire. Whether we're seeking a new career path, a fulfilling romantic relationship, better relationships with our colleagues at work, managing our finances more effectively or increasing our income, we think it's just about manifesting the end result. But really what's required is for us to grow at a personal level. We're being called to change our old habits and ways of being in the world. Many of us can easily share a list of things that we'd like to do or achieve. Yet, too often, that list stays inside our heads. Why? Because, in order to create external change, the first essential step is to be willing to shift internally. We talk a good talk, but when it comes to creating results we hit a roadblock, feeling stuck and challenged by shifting our thoughts and beliefs. We are too quick to surrender our dreams and we throw our hands up in the air, giving up.

So how can we go about creating an internal shift to manifest the external results we desire?

We achieve this by:

1. Admitting that we enjoy complaining, feeling hopeless and overwhelmed. Sounds crazy, doesn't it? But admit it, don't you experience a slight sense of satisfaction when you complain about your particular situation or circumstances? Part of us finds pleasure in wallowing in our own self-pity. We actually enjoy receiving supportive comments and an empathetic head shake from others. We tell ourselves that we can't change or that we're inherently flawed in a particular area. This causes us to feel a sense of relief because we let ourselves "off the hook", feeling justified in not taking any further action. Often we convince ourselves that we really didn't want what we were seeking anyway.

2. Accepting responsibility. We have to stop complaining and blaming others (regardless of whether or not we believe we are in the right and they are in the wrong). We must remember that we are the common denominator in every situation that we've encountered in our lives. We can continue to blame others and give away our power or we can step up to the plate and accept our part in the way situations have played out in our lives.

3. Defining our personal growth edge. Get clear about what is holding you back. Ask yourself, "How am I being called to grow in this situation? What is the opportunity that I'm being given to learn right now? What are my underlying beliefs behind how I interact with others that is causing me to behave in a certain way with them?" And here's the biggie: "Do I really believe that it's possible for me to change or am I rigidly committed to the belief that I can't change and that my situation will always remain the same?"

You cannot create change with this kind of belief. If you don't believe change is possible, then don't get frustrated with yourself when you don't feel motivated to create the change you desire. You're sending mixed messages to the universe. It's equivalent to having your foot on the gas and the brakes at the same time.

4. Getting clear about what we want. Many of us experience conflicting values and priorities in our lives. We want to have a successful career and we want to be there for our family. We believe it's impossible to have both. But it is possible to have both. This is your soul talking to you - calling you. You can have both; don't disregard one or the other. If you want a successful career and you also have a desire for rich, connecting relationships with your family - claim it! When we get in touch with what we really want and truly desire at a soul level, we re-motivate ourselves.

I have found this to be true for myself. At times in my life when I struggled and felt unmotivated, I would stop myself and get back in touch with finding clarity in the result that I wanted to achieve. If you're not clear about the "what you want" part, focus on specific qualities that you'd like to achieve. For example, if you're not clear about the specific kind of career you want, focus on the qualities of the career. You may decide that you want a career that you are passionate about and that brings a specific amount of income.

5. Being willing to step out of our comfort zone. Once we've identified the beliefs and behaviors that are holding us back, we need to be willing to take action and step out of our comfort zone. I heard a quote sometime ago, "Success lies just beyond my comfort zone."

The clients I've worked with who have achieved the results they desire are the ones who are willing to take a good hard look at what is holding them back, to get clear about what they are passionate about and what they want to go for, and are willing to take action to move in that direction.

Each day we are provided with the opportunity to bridge the gap between growing inwardly to create the external reality we desire. When we focus on the inner part, the outer part truly does take care of itself.

Leslie Cunningham is a published author, sought after speaker, nationally certified coach/consultant and radio talk show host whose passion is to help people achieve financial and lifestyle prosperity and establish a perfect balance between meaningful work and the benefits of having free time. Get more financial and lifestyle prosperity tips at http://www.liveandloverichly.com or contact her directly at 406/586-5561.

.sommer-erinnerungen.

streetstyle im sommer.hamburg.eine berühmte persönlichkeit.ich.


i miss the summer.
i miss you.

...euer hippiegirl

Mexican White Chili

I'm sure, where most of you are from, fall is upon you. The cool, crisp air, changing leaves, prime soup weather! However, I'm in Arizona, which means we're still in the 90's. In an effort to challenge the weather to be more like Idaho's, which is where we moved here from back in June, I decided to make some delicious soup for dinner last night.

We love chili at our house, so I decided to make a white chili -- Mexican style. It was fantastic! It's a great alternative to regular chili, and the Mexican twist really makes it even more special. I thought I found this recipe on another recipe blog a girl I used to go to church with does, but when I went back to link to it, I couldn't find the recipe on her site. I'll keep looking for it, and I'll edit this post if I do find it.

Anyway, I modified the original a little bit to make it more my own. The original recipe had way too much onion (and we love onion!) and also too much corn. I also adjusted the seasonings. I really didn't measure the spices, so don't strictly adhere to the measurements I post -- they're just estimates. I just dumped some in and tasted as I went.

I've mentioned before that I really prefer chicken thighs to breasts, so that's what I used in this recipe. I think the flavor is so much better. But you can absolutely use breasts if that's what you prefer! Or, you could cut the chicken out completely and just have yourself a delicious bowl of vegetarian chili. Anyway, I seasoned my chicken thighs with cumin, chili powder, a little cayenne, fresh minced garlic and a squirt of lime juice. So good!

Ingredients:
3 chicken thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cans chicken broth
1 can whole kernel corn
2 cans white beans
1 onion, chopped
1/2 cup green salsa
2-3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 tablespoon cumin
2 tablespoons lime juice

For garnish:
Monterey Jack, shredded
avocado, sliced
cilantro, chopped

Heat a few tablespoons of olive oil or butter in a skillet. Season chicken on both sides, and cook until done. Let cool for a few minutes, then shred it, chop it into bite-sized pieces (that's what I did), or even just slice it into strips. Whatever you feel like doing is just fine. Just get 'er done! (Have you seen that show on Comedy Central where that hickish-dude says that?)

Cook onions and garlic in olive oil for about 3 minutes. Add green salsa, and cook for about 2 minutes. Then stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in chicken and simmer for another 5-10 minutes.

Ladle yourself a yummy bowl full, then top with shredded cheese, avocado slices and cilantro. Serve with cornbread! Now, a note about the cornbread. My plan for last night was to add some diced green chilies and some cheese to my cornbread, which I thought would be fantastic! My husband said he wanted regular cornbread instead, so I didn't do it. But I'm going to next time!

Enjoy!!

It's a darn good thing I have leftovers to eat for lunch today!!

.autumn.

herbst... ein wunderschöner herbsttag.. sonne.. blätter in den tollsten farben.. höchste zeit, sich gedanken zu machen, was in den kleiderschrank gehört..


wir beginnen mit einer stylishen mütze... sie ist pink, sie ist schlapprig und sie hält nur bedingt warm ;) aaaaaber sie ist ein echtes schnäppchen, 5 Euro h&m in der kinderabteilung.
farben sind hier pflicht... schwarz und grau? gääähhhnnn... greift zu pink, lila, grün, gelb, was euch gefällt und nicht langweilig ist!


nun zu einem modell, das wiiiiirklich warm hält :)

für mich eine absolut stylishe variante zur schlappmütze.. findet man zur zeit auch überall..
hier wichtig, bitte kein echter pelz! die kunstfellvariante ist doch viel besser für unser gewissen und noch dazu günstiger... tipp: schaut mal in der h&m männerabteilung vorbei, hier gibt es verschiedene modelle so um die 10-15 euro!

resumée: ohne mütze gehts nicht und sie muss nicht teuer sein, denn auch mit schnäppchen kann man stylish aussehen...

viel spaß beim shoppen, euer hippiegirl♥

Kilkenny Sketching Weekend 17th - 19th Oct

Did a few more than just these but must photo them and stick them up! I think Sarah may even have one or two of mine, but not too sure!! Great weekend all-round :)

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