In my mind, I've made it a priority to begin writing myself letters. Before you assume I'm completely insane, let me explain. Do you remember when you were in second grade and your teacher would have you write your older, high school self a letter? It usually included details of your current favorite television show and your best friend.
I remember those little notes and now I look back in laughter at my younger self. Now, wouldn't it be interesting to write yourself letters to open on the day of high school graduation, the day you move out, the day of your wedding, when you have your first child, etc.? Except, the letters I would write now would include details and would be extensive.
I believe that so many important things to me right now will soon be distant, forgettable memories. I would be devastated if I could not remember all my friends, stupid things we did, funny things my brothers said, or anything else in between. If I wrote my future self about how stressed out and nervous I was for the future, I would later be able to look back with a smile on my face.
Even having letters to open on some of the most important days of my life would be phenomenal and I just would find them to be lovely tokens from the past. If I wanted, I could even show them to my kids or read over them on a rainy day. It would be beyond amazing to see how I have changed.
As people, we change so much in short periods of time without even realizing it. It's time to start enjoying little moments more and holding them closer to our hearts. Before we know it, we may just forget it all. Until next time xxx.
Friday, May 9, 2014
To Hannah and Mackenzie
I've decided it would be completely appropriate to dedicate a post to Hannah and Mackenzie since they will be graduating in less than no time. I will miss them more than anyone knows so I thought I would put together all these wonderful pictures of us because I love them so.
So here's to Mackenzie and Hannah, two of the classiest ladies I know. They introduced me to this wonderful thing called a blog so I have them to thank for that. Not only are they fantastic party planners but they are also pretty great tennis players with style that would only suit the Upper East Side. I love both of them and can not wait to visit them in college.
P.S. Many of these feature the one and only Ainsley.
So here's to Mackenzie and Hannah, two of the classiest ladies I know. They introduced me to this wonderful thing called a blog so I have them to thank for that. Not only are they fantastic party planners but they are also pretty great tennis players with style that would only suit the Upper East Side. I love both of them and can not wait to visit them in college.
P.S. Many of these feature the one and only Ainsley.
And to many more great memories ahead. Love, Isabel. Until next time xxx.
Saturday, May 3, 2014
What's Better Than The Fault in Our Stars?
The question on everybody's mind. Now, I couldn't tell you, because I have yet to read TFIOS. I know, I know, I have to. Trust me, I want to. I've had a lot on my plate recently and haven't thought to pick up a new book and lose myself completely. But trust me when I say I will read the book before the movie comes to theaters.
There is a book that I've decided will one day be just as big, if not bigger than "The Fault in Our Stars." With all the hype surrounding John Green's love story, my statement may be hard to believe. Yet I have read this other book numerous times and I fall a little more in love with the story each time. It is a piece of perfection and it is called "The Beautiful Between," by Alyssa Sheinmel. I'll admit when I read the first page of the book, I wasn't sure if I would like it, but boy did I enjoy it.
"The Beautiful Between," is not quite your classic love story. From what I can tell, it's very different from TFIOS. While TFIOS is about two characters who fall madly in love with one another, "The Beautiful Between" is much more real (at least in my opinion).
It takes place in Manhattan, present day. A high school student named Connelly Sternin lives with her mother in a modest apartment. Connelly's father died when she was young (she doesn't know how) but up until this point she has told everyone her parents simply divorced. Connelly attends a nice school, where a socialite's son happens to attend. His name is Jeremy Cole and his family is well known throughout the island. One day, the popular Jeremy attempts to befriend Connelly and from there everything changes. There are unexpected twists, heartbreaking moments, and others that make your heart just burst with love.
The book lacks in romance, but instead delivers with honest love between family and friends. You'll understand Connelly, adore and love Kate, and want a best friend just like Jeremy. There is no story like it.
Connelly is fond of Hemingway's "A Farewell to Arms," and I decided to read that book in school. I loved it just as much. If you read "The Beautiful Between," I promise you won't regret it. It's the best book I've ever read and I love it so, so much. The simplicity of it all really strikes a chord. Until next time xxx.
There is a book that I've decided will one day be just as big, if not bigger than "The Fault in Our Stars." With all the hype surrounding John Green's love story, my statement may be hard to believe. Yet I have read this other book numerous times and I fall a little more in love with the story each time. It is a piece of perfection and it is called "The Beautiful Between," by Alyssa Sheinmel. I'll admit when I read the first page of the book, I wasn't sure if I would like it, but boy did I enjoy it.
"The Beautiful Between," is not quite your classic love story. From what I can tell, it's very different from TFIOS. While TFIOS is about two characters who fall madly in love with one another, "The Beautiful Between" is much more real (at least in my opinion).
It takes place in Manhattan, present day. A high school student named Connelly Sternin lives with her mother in a modest apartment. Connelly's father died when she was young (she doesn't know how) but up until this point she has told everyone her parents simply divorced. Connelly attends a nice school, where a socialite's son happens to attend. His name is Jeremy Cole and his family is well known throughout the island. One day, the popular Jeremy attempts to befriend Connelly and from there everything changes. There are unexpected twists, heartbreaking moments, and others that make your heart just burst with love.
The book lacks in romance, but instead delivers with honest love between family and friends. You'll understand Connelly, adore and love Kate, and want a best friend just like Jeremy. There is no story like it.
Connelly is fond of Hemingway's "A Farewell to Arms," and I decided to read that book in school. I loved it just as much. If you read "The Beautiful Between," I promise you won't regret it. It's the best book I've ever read and I love it so, so much. The simplicity of it all really strikes a chord. Until next time xxx.
If high school were a fairy-tale kingdom, Connelly Sternin would be Rapunzel, locked not in a tower by a wicked witch but in a high-rise apartment building by the SATs and college applications—and by the secrets she keeps. Connelly's few friends think that her parents are divorced—but they're not. Connelly's father died when she was two, and she doesn't know how.
If Connelly is the Rapunzel of her school, Jeremy Cole is the crown prince, son of a great and rich New York City family.
If Connelly is the Rapunzel of her school, Jeremy Cole is the crown prince, son of a great and rich New York City family.
For we were never lonely and never afraid when we were together. -A Farewell to Arms
Thursday, May 1, 2014
Life is Not Perfect- What I've Learned
Now I'm all for living a positive life full of love and grace. I believe that a positive attitude equals a happy life. It's hard to deny this because it is simply the truth.
But in light of recent events in my life, I've realized another simple truth: life is not perfect. Life is not easy and it can be really damn hard to stay positive. But listen, even though I understand this doesn't make it any easier. It is really hard lots of the time to put a smile on my face and try to stay positive. Yet, I suppose it is important to treat the world kinder than it has treated you.
Life itself is the hardest thing you are ever going to do and sometimes things can be pretty screwed up. But if you look around, life can be wonderful as well. Sometimes within the deepest tragedies comes a beautiful ray of sunlight. It's so hard to believe. How can something so lovely be stuck in the middle of something so dark? I suppose that that's just the way the world works. On occasion the world beats us up and on others it treats us like the most loved and important person in the world.
It's perfectly acceptable to have bad days and it's great to feel special on others. I suppose with the conclusion of this short post I just wanted to say that it's all okay. All the good and all the bad are all okay. Even when the world is not going in your favor, find one thing to be grateful for. It'll change everything. Until next time xxx.
But in light of recent events in my life, I've realized another simple truth: life is not perfect. Life is not easy and it can be really damn hard to stay positive. But listen, even though I understand this doesn't make it any easier. It is really hard lots of the time to put a smile on my face and try to stay positive. Yet, I suppose it is important to treat the world kinder than it has treated you.
Life itself is the hardest thing you are ever going to do and sometimes things can be pretty screwed up. But if you look around, life can be wonderful as well. Sometimes within the deepest tragedies comes a beautiful ray of sunlight. It's so hard to believe. How can something so lovely be stuck in the middle of something so dark? I suppose that that's just the way the world works. On occasion the world beats us up and on others it treats us like the most loved and important person in the world.
It's perfectly acceptable to have bad days and it's great to feel special on others. I suppose with the conclusion of this short post I just wanted to say that it's all okay. All the good and all the bad are all okay. Even when the world is not going in your favor, find one thing to be grateful for. It'll change everything. Until next time xxx.
Friday, April 25, 2014
The Best Realization
I had the best realization this morning or sometime late last night. It hit me like a train on a tracks. Here is what I've realized: life is short and unexpected but every little thing is meant to be.
Yes, it may sound cheesy but I don't really care. My life is sort of in a weird spot right now. There is some family drama and that certainly disrupts my mood and outlook on life in general. Yet I am giving it my all to overcome it. I've realized that everything will be okay. Every little thing in life happens for a particular reason. Typically, they are reasons we will never understand.
I came across an article that I found to be incredibly interesting. It discusses how some small decisions and obstacles saved lives on September 11, 2001. I have always been intrigued by 9/11 because I can never fully comprehend exactly why something so tragic and downright horrible could ever occur.
That has helped me even further in my realization. Life doesn't always make sense in the moment. It's confusing and questionable but it is exactly the way it is supposed to be.
This article is important and this article opened my eyes. Every little thing we all do each day happens for a reason. It is undeniable.
I'm not saying you have to read all of this article (it's quite long) or any at all, but think about. It changed everything. Until next time xxx.
"God has a plan for you. You were meant to be here."
http://www.cnn.com/2011/US/09/03/near.death.decisions/
Yes, it may sound cheesy but I don't really care. My life is sort of in a weird spot right now. There is some family drama and that certainly disrupts my mood and outlook on life in general. Yet I am giving it my all to overcome it. I've realized that everything will be okay. Every little thing in life happens for a particular reason. Typically, they are reasons we will never understand.
I came across an article that I found to be incredibly interesting. It discusses how some small decisions and obstacles saved lives on September 11, 2001. I have always been intrigued by 9/11 because I can never fully comprehend exactly why something so tragic and downright horrible could ever occur.
That has helped me even further in my realization. Life doesn't always make sense in the moment. It's confusing and questionable but it is exactly the way it is supposed to be.
This article is important and this article opened my eyes. Every little thing we all do each day happens for a reason. It is undeniable.
I'm not saying you have to read all of this article (it's quite long) or any at all, but think about. It changed everything. Until next time xxx.
"God has a plan for you. You were meant to be here."
http://www.cnn.com/2011/US/09/03/near.death.decisions/
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Summer Plans
I should be working on homework, but instead I am thinking of the wonderful summers that lie ahead. I am so incredibly excited for the next TWO summers because I have some \ incredible plans.
This summer, I will be visiting California. I may be traveling alone, or with my mom. While that's still undecided, I can not wait to spend some time with my family and see my friends. I miss them terribly and it will be truly great to go back home. No matter how many years pass, California will always be more familiar to me than Colorado ever will. I am even in the midst of planning a reunion with all my old friends from elementary school. It will be so exciting and fun to be back with all of them! Also during this summer, I will be going on a long road trip with my family. It is most likely going to be in the South. I've always wanted to visit places like Nashville, New Orleans, and Atlanta. Now, I finally have the opportunity! It will be a busy, busy summer, but also full of many great memories. I've never wanted summer to come faster than right now.
Over the summer of 2015, I will be traveling to Europe on a school trip. Not only to Europe, but London and Paris specifically. Paris is my dream and in about a year I will be finally be there. My best friend is also going on the trip and it is our dream to go to Paris together. It is so exciting and I have such high hopes. I honestly could not contain myself when my parents broke the news. Mackenzie and Hannah went to Europe over the summer of 2013 and got to explore places like Germany and Budapest. They said it was the time of their lives, and I know going to London and France will be mine.
While anticipating summer is a fun thing to do, I've decided to enjoy school for what it is. After all, I'm already almost halfway through high school. It is such a scary but eye opening thought. By the time I'm in Europe, I will only have my senior year remaining. I can hardly believe it. So, yes, I'm beyond excited for the next two summers, but I have decided to enjoy each moment for what it is. Until next time xxx.
This summer, I will be visiting California. I may be traveling alone, or with my mom. While that's still undecided, I can not wait to spend some time with my family and see my friends. I miss them terribly and it will be truly great to go back home. No matter how many years pass, California will always be more familiar to me than Colorado ever will. I am even in the midst of planning a reunion with all my old friends from elementary school. It will be so exciting and fun to be back with all of them! Also during this summer, I will be going on a long road trip with my family. It is most likely going to be in the South. I've always wanted to visit places like Nashville, New Orleans, and Atlanta. Now, I finally have the opportunity! It will be a busy, busy summer, but also full of many great memories. I've never wanted summer to come faster than right now.
Over the summer of 2015, I will be traveling to Europe on a school trip. Not only to Europe, but London and Paris specifically. Paris is my dream and in about a year I will be finally be there. My best friend is also going on the trip and it is our dream to go to Paris together. It is so exciting and I have such high hopes. I honestly could not contain myself when my parents broke the news. Mackenzie and Hannah went to Europe over the summer of 2013 and got to explore places like Germany and Budapest. They said it was the time of their lives, and I know going to London and France will be mine.
While anticipating summer is a fun thing to do, I've decided to enjoy school for what it is. After all, I'm already almost halfway through high school. It is such a scary but eye opening thought. By the time I'm in Europe, I will only have my senior year remaining. I can hardly believe it. So, yes, I'm beyond excited for the next two summers, but I have decided to enjoy each moment for what it is. Until next time xxx.
Saturday, April 5, 2014
My Most Sincere of Apologies
Hello everyone! I am truly sorry for the lack in posts. First there was spring break, and I've already been back at school for a week. Things sure can get hectic in only five days! I had a tennis match on Friday (yesterday) at our rival high school. All the other teams seemed to be losing, but my partner and I won! Twice! We had to play a second team. It was long and freezing outside, but overall fun!
I'm working on some homework now and spending a quiet night at home. I just wanted to let you all know how awesome I think you are for reading this blog and I really am sorry I have been not been posting more. You all are super cool and I hope all is well in your lives. I have a few good ideas for new posts. Until next time xxx.
I'm working on some homework now and spending a quiet night at home. I just wanted to let you all know how awesome I think you are for reading this blog and I really am sorry I have been not been posting more. You all are super cool and I hope all is well in your lives. I have a few good ideas for new posts. Until next time xxx.
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