My Constant Companion

They always say that "patience is a virtue".

I believe in this. Strongly. Because not only does patience happen to be one of my top qualities, but it has also proven itself worthy in times where I needed it most.

In today's world we live in a fast-paced society where people are constantly going every which way with a purpose. Trying to fall into step with LIFE as it's doing the charleston and you can only waltz.

A good dose of patience is excellent in situations such as these:

1. Waiting for dough to rise. Do not rush this part. It is crucial to the flavor and the texture of the bread/rolls that you are making!

2. Being a good significant other. Take time to listen, learn, and experience all the things that your partner is doing. Understand each other and engage in mutual generosity. (Being patient might also mean a ring ladies!) So don't push it and just let it ride.

3. Getting something published. There will be a thousand rejection letters, but there will eventually be that one 'yes' that you have been yearning for. It is totally worth the wait.

4. Working/dealing with someone who bugs the living daylights out of you. Holy asparagus they are annoying! But if you keep that cucumber calm demeanor, you will surely get things taken care of and handled properly rather than steering right into a messy confrontation. A lot of vegetable references in this one....

5. Less stress. Don't we all want less stress in our lives? Well, exercising the art of good patience will not only calm your nerves and twitches and anxieties with time and practice, but it will also lessen the amount of stress in your life. Meditation and yoga are excellent ways to accomplish this! Love my yoga.

Of course there are multiple scenarios where patience can come in handy, so exercise it and use it as often as you can so that you can better it as a worthy weapon of power.

Guuurrrrllll you got this.

Send me stories and experiences of how you use patience!

~Piper

Thank goodness for ...?

The "What is in my purse" tag that has been all the rage around Youtube inspired me to write a little something-somethin' about what I am super grateful for in three specific places in my life:

First step, choose three places you find significant to you and your lifestyle:

1. My bedroom
2. My bathroom
3. My desk

Second step, name a couple materialistic things that are relevant to those places and why you are grateful for their existence and how they play a vital role in your life. Ready? Go!

Bedroom: My cellphone, my vast collection of fictional books, as well as my pillow. There is nothing quite like a good pillow, you know? They can act as a temporary shoulder to cry on, a perfect snuggle buddy when you need to be held at that exact moment, as well as what helps you get to sleep at night. I like my pillows to be fluffy and soft, filled with feathers and laughter. "Shaken, not stirred."

Bathoom: I am SUPER grateful for Q-tips, the mirror, my concealer and lipstick which are equal life-savors in terms of phenomenal cosmetic powers. Whether it is date-night or a simple night out on the town with your friends, definitely invest in a bright lipstick that complements your features but also amps them up, as well as a concealer for when you need to hide some unwanted guests on your complexion. Together they are 10 hours of sleep and instant glam in a bottle/tube.

Desk: My laptop is one of my most prized possessions-it holds everything I have written and I could not imagine my life without it, significant pictures of precious moments in my life hang on the walls, blurbs of story-lines and monologues from random characters that remain unfinished, as well as my beloved calendar. Personally, I believe that being tidy and organized is one of the keys to success and I like having everything written out so that it will help me to never forget anything important. I have a pretty awesome memory as it is, but it's also nice to have some backup when you need it.

Now it is YOUR turn. What places represent who you are? What are the things in them that shout and scream important and why?

Who knows, maybe there is something secret or forgotten, like an old friend that is just itching to be rediscovered and fondly remembered.

Start lookin' and have fun with it, and don't forget to share anything inspirational. :)

~Piper