First Snow

Hello snowfall. It didn't snow hard enough to cancel classes, but oh well. At least I got to whip out my ankle boots that I bought from H&M. They are so comfy to walk in all day. I also threw on a basic brown and black tunic with my leather detailed at the knee legging, leopard scarf, mustard knit beanie and a parka to keep me super warm. Added dark lips for the winter mood; I'm wearing MAC's satin finish in "Media." Such a brilliant color. It brightens up my skin instantly. I can't wait for more snowy days to come! Although driving in it isn't very pleasant. 

Thanksgiving Eve Fun

So it's been awhile since my last post and I apologize. It's been a crazy week full of school and work. Being a full time student and employee can make one go insane and forget what day of the week it is. I am so grateful for today because it's a day where I have work AND school off. It's my first time in a long time with nothing to do and a chance for me to go out and catch up with my loves. I went to eat Pho with my so called twin (it's the cheeks and nose)  this afternoon. The weather was perfect; wore a baggy white v-neck and threw on a chambray with leggings and added leopard wedges. Side note....if you don't know what "Pho" is. look it up and try it. You'll thank me later. Seriously. After lunch we took a quick stop at the mall and I picked up and new pair of ankle boots. They. Are. Brilliant. I'll post them in the days to come. Then we went back to her house to hang out and be girls and that's where I took my meditating/indianstyle/buddha/asian pose. 

Came back home and 30 minutes later received a phone call from my best friend asking if I wanted to go to dinner with her, mind you, this was at 4:30 and I just got done eating. Of course I wanted to go with her because I haven't seen her in 3824 years (yea i know...i like to exaggerate). We went to a classy lounge and I had a crabcake sandwich, side salad, and White Moscato from California. You can bet your bottom dollar I ate the whole thing. I now am getting food coma from all of the eating, but there's more eating to come tomorrow. Goodnight! 

Right in Front of Me

People go in search for inspiration everyday whether it be the sun, trees, music, clothing, or even people. The list goes on. I have many inspirations that I come across every day that makes me feel up lifted and ready to live life out loud, but recently I've been asking myself, "Who or what inspires me the most? Who or what summarizes everything that I believe in, hope for, and dream for? What makes my heart passionate for life?

As I stumbled across this question throughout the days just waiting for an answer, I received the picture above from my boyfriend; and then it finally dawned on me. It was him. He inspires me the most. He summarizes everything that I believe in, hope for and dream for, and he makes my heart passionate for life. This picture shows the life that he brings into my world. Ever since I've met him, I know its cliche to say, but he has shown me life in a whole new way.  His passion for the things that he loves to do makes me want to be passionate for the tiniest things that I do everyday and makes me not want to take things for granted. He inspires me to LOVE; Not just the people around me, but love for myself. Ever since I've met him, I have learned about the actual True Love. True love in a relationship, for your friends, family, and Christ. I never knew what a beautiful and kind heart looked like until I met him. Him and I are opposites, I'm more reserved and he's a guy full of energy, not to mention his infectious smile. He brings the energy that I need to get through my schedule Monday through Friday and teaches me that everything doesn't have to be set to a schedule. His Faith goes beyond measure. He leads me with a strong hand and we hold each other together through Christ.

 This picture just says it all. Love, Joy, Energy, Life, Faith; that's him, everything that I'm looking for. I just want to tell him, Thank You for being my beautiful inspiration.

Mainstreamed Culture

Skirt from Anthropologie

Some of you may wonder what ethnicity I am and I am proud to say that I am Hmong. The Hmong originate from China and throughout throughout history they made their way down to Southeast Asia populating Laos, Vietnam, and other countries. Today there are thousands of Hmong living in the U.S. of A. The highest populations are in St.Paul, MN, parts of California, and parts of Wisconsin. There are also handfuls of Hmong living in other states as well. The history of the Hmong generates back so far and if I tell you everything, you will probably end up reading a history book and I will be writing for months. If you are interested in the history I encourage you to research about the Hmong! =]

It amazes me to see our cultural clothing worn in the fashion world. People see these pieces and may wonder  where they originated or where the designer got his or her inspiration from and soon enough they will do research and be immersed with knowledge of the Hmong people. I believe that knowledge of the Hmong needs to spread more around the world and with the voice of fashion and art, it's a perfect way to start.

There Will Be A Day...

This past weekend my Uncle lost his battle with Colon Cancer. 

He fought the good fight and the Lord called him Home. He has two daughters both younger than the age of 5. It's been a crazy week for everyone and myself. I have a huge Bio exam this week plus the three day funeral starting on Thursday. Lots of cooking, studying, cleaning, and talking to people coming in from out of state. I definitely won't be getting much sleep this week. Please pray for my family during this time.

"There will be a day with no more tears, no more pain, no more fears. 

There will be a day when the troubles of this place will be no more, 

we'll see Jesus face to face." 

-Jeremy Camp-

"Even if the healing doesn't come,

and life falls apart,

and dreams are still undone.

You are God, You are good,

Forever faithful one,

Even if the healing doesn't come."

-Kutless-