Songs from November

Songs from November

Here are my list of songs from November!

1. Clarity by Andy Kong

I found this when I was driving to school one morning and its just such a good song to jam to when driving. 

2. Flex your Way Out by Sofia de la Torre & Blackbear.

3. Make me (Cry) by Noah Cyrus, Labrinth.

This song just has some really cool effects in that I loved. 

4.  Gold by Streets of Loredo.

5. Be OK by Too Far Moon.

6. Instead by Ryan Amador.

7. Someone That Loves You by Honne & Izzy Bizu.

8. Tennyson by Adam Barnes.

9. Carry by Branches.

10. The Words you Say by Harrison Storm. 

11. I Dont Mind by The Greeting Committee 

Kind of sad but still such a good jam. 

12. Younger Love by Panama Wedding.

Has a 90s vibe love love love. 

Enjoy!

Xoxo

Songs from October

Songs from October

Sorry, its a few days late but here are some of my favorite songs I discovered this past month!

1. Drive by Gemineyes

2. Silhouette by Aquilo 

3. I Want You by Marian Hill 

4. ABC by Alexander Fairchild

5. As We Are Now by Saint Raymond

6. No Light by Denai Moore 

7. Ten Goodbyes by Tim Atlas 

8. Wild Horses by Bishop Briggs

9. Meridians by Greyson Chance

10. Even If It's a Lie by Matt Maltese

11.  Studio 6 by Matt Maltese (I recently found his music and I am slightly obsessed)

12. On Hold by The xx 

Hope you enjoy! 

Xoxo

A Tribute to Troye Sivan

A Tribute to Troye Sivan

Troye Sivan has impacted my life in so many ways. He guided me to my best friend and he also inspired me in my life. It sounds lame I know but he is such an amazing human and I just want to be his best friend. 

I have followed Troye for about 5 years now when he first started out on YouTube. He was so cute I mean look at him!! 

Anyways, my best friend Josh was listening to his music and I got so pumped and made him become my best friend. Josh got me Troye tickets for Christmas and we went. I have been to a lot of concerts but this wasn't a concert, it was something so life changing. Everything that happened that night was just amazingly perfect and agh I am tearing up just thinking about it. 

This is Josh and I. Sorry we have never in our lives taken a decent picture.

After the concert we walked to the back of the venue to get to the car and we passed his bus. Of course we had to stop. We waited for 3 hours and it was 15 degrees outside and I got frostbite on my toes and was absolutely miserable but we were so determined. Thank God we were though... After 3 hours of waiting (and meeting Troyes dad) the security guards literally brought us inside to the venue. This is such a crazy story and sorry if I just ramble but I cant help it. They lined us all up and told us he was coming. Josh and I practically peed our pants, there was no way this could've been real life. Troye came out and took pictures with everyone. He is so amazing and actually shorter than you would think. He is so nice and I cant even explain how amazing this was. 

I MET TROYE SIVAN GUYS! 

Sorry for rambling but this is something that I am beyond grateful for and cant begin to explain how amazing and life changing this was. 

OH!! And Josh got me Troye tickets for my birthday on November 7th. So expect another amazing story. 

Xoxo

Fall Haul

Fall Haul

Fall is my all time favorite season. Who doesn't love windy nights and 60 degree days. I love the scent and the feeling in the air. It is by far the most amazing gift this world could have of given us. It is a time where hot and iced coffee are still both accepted. It is a time where you can go to apple orchards and pumpkin patches. ITS BOOT SEASON EVERYONE. Boot season is my season.


I have been in the mood for fall which is dangerous to go shopping with... I bought four sweaters, a pair of boots, two dresses, two cardigans, three new pairs of pants and a new jacket. Piece of advice; never go shopping when you're obsessed with fall colors because you end up blowing up your bank account, and the even worse thing is that I don't regret doing it.


I took pictures of just a few things but I thought I would share! Enjoy!

Oversized Jean Jacket
Salvation Army!! 

Textile Pants
Old Navy

Simple Black Dress
Old Navy

Suede Heels
DSW Shoe source

Tan Sweater
Old Navy 

Levi's Button down collared shirt
Levi 

Suede Ankle Boots
Old Navy

Sorry for the bad lighting!!
This is the oversized jean jacket paired with a green and blue striped high neck flared dress.
Tj Maxx 

Thats it, thanks for stopping by! I hope this gives you an insight of my fall style and hopefully inspires some of yours! 

Xoxo

Songs from September

Songs from September

Here are my favorite songs from the past month, enjoy! 

1. Florida by Roseau

This song has been on repeat for about two weeks, I cant stop listening to it. It is absolutely amazing.

2. Smile by Mikky Ekko

This an upbeat song that generally gets me motivated. It has a really good message behind it.

3. Do You Remember by Jarryd James

4. Closer by The Chainsmokers

5. New York City by The Chainsmokers

6. Something by Julien Baker

7. Wolf River by The Careful Ones

8. No One by Mothica


9. Her Life by Two Feet

10.  Out Of My System by Youngr.


12.  Are You Mine by ROZES


Hope you enjoyed. Sorry this post is a little late in October but more exciting posts to come!


Xoxo 

A tribute to Alicia Keys

A Tribute to Alicia Keys

In my life I prosper by looking up to people. And, with that I have many idols. In the past I have written about Anna Wintour but another one of mine is Alicia Keys. She is my absolute queen. She is beautiful and has such raw talent and I have such mad respect for that. 

Growing up was when I heard of Alicia Keys. I remember I was in the backseat of my dads truck and he started playing a CD. My favorite song by Alicia Keys started playing, "Superwoman." This song is mine and my dads song. Being the weird kid I was (still am) I started acting out the song and mouthing the words though I had no idea what the words even were. This sounds quite silly but Alicia Keys made mine and my dads relationship thrive. Having something like a silly song as your foundation of your relationship is the best thing. "Superwoman" has made some good memories in my life and will continue to. 

Alicia Keys is also my idol because she is such a down to earth person. She emits so much feminism power and she is not fake like some other faces you see in the industry. The way she acts, and how she holds herself is everything you want to see in someone with her title. Though I have never met her she seems to treat you as equal to her. She doesn't care about social status, where you come from or who you are. God, I love Alicia Keys. 

My Favorite Alicia Keys Songs:

1. Superwoman

-Obviously

2. No one

3. In Common

4. Love is My Disease

-Freaking Queen

5. Put It In a Love Song

-My two faves: Alicia and Beyonce

6. Sure Looks Good To Me

7. Go Ahead

8. Prelude To A Kiss

She is my inspiration and had been since I was in the backseat of my dads pick up truck 12 years ago. God Bless Alicia Keys. 

Xoxo

Take Time To

Take Time To

In my life I live by my 3 T's. Take Time To. This meaning take time to do things that are meaningful. We all know I love lists so here we go!! 

1. TTT write a letter to your best friend. 

- I recently did this and it gives me such joy.

2. TTT talk to someone new. 

-Thats how I met my best friends, 

Extremely bad quality pic but these are my people.

3. TTT live in the moment.

- Go on that road trip you've been avoiding. 

4. TTT smile at someone. 

5. TTT write. Write anything that comes to mind. 

6. TTT take pictures. Pretend to be a professional for a day. 

7. TTT thank people.

8. TTT apologize if needed. 

9. TTT hug. 

10. TTT listen to some new music.

11. TTT say "I love you."

12. TTT clear your mind.

13. TTT read a book.

14. TTT tell someone how appreciated they are. 

15. TTT look through old photos. 

This is quite a simple post but I really do live by these. All of these are important to me and is a  reminder to me everyday. Everyone sometimes needs to take a little time to do something that could benefit someone else.


Xoxo

Songs from August

Songs from August 

So, I thought I would start something new!! At the end of every month I want to put a list of new songs that I find and my favorites as well. Hope you enjoy and please take a listen, these are amazing. 

1.  Bitter Pill by Gavin James.

Holy crap, this is my song. Like there is so much passion behind all the words Gavin James is saying and its the kind of song that makes you want to get up and do something... Or just cry. Either is fine really. 

2. Back Again by Flor.

This is the song that I imagine myself skipping down the street dancing like they do in all those cheesy movies. Everyone has one of those songs right?? Maybe I am just crazy.

3. Wherever you take me by Quiet Company.
Wherever you take me is a song I like to listen to on a bad day when honestly you just need to cry it out. It sparks so much emotion which I think is such an impressive quality an artist can have. It messes with your emotions but it helps. So good.

4. Home Alone by Ansel Elgort.
One day while browsing through twitter I found a post from Ansel Elgort advertising his new song (Home Alone). I was completely un aware that he made music. Yet alone music this good. This is such a good piece and you really gets you going.



5. Spirits by Strumberella.
This is a chill song. I find myself wanting to go on long drives and roll my windows down soaking up the last few days of summer.

6. Sunshine by Powers.
While listening to this song you cant help but break out in full on dance. It will bring such a big smile to your face, its so fun and call me a loser for saying this but funky. I love it so much.



7. First by Cold War Kids.
This song is such a classic and has so much passion behind it. Passion makes me feel passionate so I love this song. Cold War Kids is such an iconic band.

8. Build it Better by Aaron Wright.
I myself am a musician and I play piano and sing. This song is absolutely beautiful and I love to sing and play this song. Its so amazing how many emotions you can experience just through music. And god, the lyrics. Please listen to the lyrics. Its amazing.

9. No ones here to sleep by Naughty Boy.
My best friend Josh has amazing taste in music. He shared this song with a few weeks back and I swear, its actually become a ritual to listen to this song everyday. Its so good that you'll never get tired of it.

10. I Can't Swim by Elliot Moss.
If youve read my blog before you know about my slight obsession with Elliot Moss. Just kidding my HUGE obsession. I love his music and this one is of my favorites off his album. 

11. The Night by HONNE.
I really like how smooth this songs feel. The transitions between dynamics is overly impressive and its just such a good song to listen to. It helps me calm my nerves or when Im writing it truly inspires me.

12. All I Want by Kodaline.
Another cry song, I know I seem sad right. Trust me though, this song changes something. Its not something that I can put into words but it makes you feel so much. And when I experience this through a song it makes me love that song so much more. Please I beg of you, just listen to it.

Thats it! (For now)
Trust me, I could go on and on and on and on and on because the music word is so diverse. So please just take a listen and indulge yourself. You wont regret it.

Xoxo

Coffee

Coffee

If you know me, you probably know that I am obsessed with coffee. 9/10 of the times someone talks to me, I will probably be holding a nice cup of it. Its amazing. So, I thought id share with you what I think are the best places to get coffee in Michigan, Chicago and New York. Oh, and a place in Ohio. Ohio? I know right. 

1. So, of course one of my favorites is Dunkin Donuts, very generic right? But, its cheap and on my way to school and its very good. I usually get a dunkaccino or a medium iced coffee with unsweetened hazelnut. Try it, you ll never be the same. 

2. I am such a sucker for cute places that go somewhat unrecognized but secretly have the best coffee in the world. I guess their just humble. I want to take this coffee to Vegas and marry it. Not even kidding. This coffee shop is in Plymouth Michigan called the Plymouth Coffee Bean. The inside I think is the coolest part and they have live music on selected dates. I got a caramel macchiato. Usually simple but this was just exquisite. 

3. Uptown Coffee House in Downtown Howell. This place is my go to. Honestly this past week I have been working right next door and I got two coffees a day. A lot of my friends/people who know me work there so I always love to go there. And they know my order, so trust me I am not complaining. They have their signature drink there called the Uptown Mocha which is usually my go to. Its white chocolate and caramel and a whole bunch of yummy goodness. But, recently I have been getting the white chocolate mocha which I like because you can really taste the coffee in it. So so so good. I spend all my money here, its actually starting to become a problem. 

  

4. The wormhole coffee in Chicago is amazing. (Or so I hear) I personally have never been but my cousins who live there highly recommend it. And it looks so cute inside too!! Just look at it, who wouldn't want to sit here with a nice book and nice cup of coffee?

5. I have only been to New York once and had coffee 5 times when I was there. This place isn't a coffee place but rather a cafe type place. To paint this picture in your head imagine a nice warm (but breezy) August day. You're walking down a smelly back street right outside of Times Square. It smells terrible. Got that image? Now imagine seeing old wood french doors and windows open with lace curtains swaying in the breeze. Then it hits you: the sweet smell of honey and espresso fill your nose canceling out the nasty sewer smell. I looked at the sign and it reads, "Saju Bistro". Okay I know I know cheesy right? But this place has the best coffee I have ever had in my life. Also, the best french toast. I cried with every bite. 

So enough I know I am sorry, but please try theses places out, you wont regret it. I PROMISE. 

Xoxo

Anna Wintour

Anna Wintour

Anna Wintour a.k.a one of my biggest fashion icons. Anna is the editor-in-chief of Vogue in which this is the position she's held since 1988. She is also known for her extreme eye for newer fashion trends. She is such a big role model in my life because she inspires young designers and helps them to achieve their goals. I love her and allow her to be a role model in my life because she takes risks in believing in people. When she hires people she says, "I am not sure why, other than their inspiration". She doesn't look at you based on social status or the accomplishments you make but by the way you inspire. She inspires me so much.





One thing I will always know is that I am 16 and she is 66 and she will always, and I mean always be cooler than me. Maybe its the fact that she is always wearing her signature black sunglasses or that she is honestly the most amazing person who walks the earth. Anna was also named the 39th most powerful women in the World by Forbes magazine. I mean talk about girl power!

And lets just take a moment to appreciate her office. This picture is from a video of Vogue's YouTube channel that Anna was featured in and oh my goodness. She is a goddess just look at her.

I could on and on about my biggest idol in the world but I wont... Just remember;
"Wintour is coming".




Xoxo

Writing

Writing

Writing for me as you have read is very beneficail in my life. But, as most writers can relate we sometimes find ourselves in a situation where our minds are completly blank of ideas. (Crazy I know) Along with writing comes a whole lot of creativity, but we all need a little help sometimes so I thought I would help by making a list of my personal top twenty topics to write about!

1. The time you met your best friend

2. Your childhood dream house 

3. The best day of your life

4. Your 8th Birthday

5. Starting with the sentence, "Letters and numbers were all swirling in my mind". 

6. A peaceful place

7. The couch from your first home

8. First love

9. A time you overcame your first fear

10. A TV show that impacted your life

11. A time you first discovered you hated something

12. The first time you felt hatred towards someone

13. A time you felt broken

14. A time you felt utterly happy

15. Starting with the sentence,"Love is not a way of life".

16. A tragic event you make up in your mind

17. About the first ice cream cone you had this summer

18, The first time you discovered your talent.

19. Feeling lonely

20. Using the words put, togetherness, joyous in 3 sentences. 

Chasing Life

Chasing Life

It is summer time so that means its time to binge on a new show on Netflix. I just recently finished Chasing Life. Grab your tissue box because this show takes you on an emotional rollercoaster.

One of my favorite thing about this show is that everything in it is completely unexpected and unpredictable. You don't predict how things will turn out. I also love the title, Chasing Life, because in reality aren't we all? We are chasing our lives around just waiting to get to the end. In the show it is quite ironic because the main character, April Carver, has cancer. Having cancer you go through many emotions. 

1. You give up because you feel as if your life is completely over. 

Then:

2. You live your life to its fullest capacity and what happens well it happens. 

Towards the end of the show April lives. She lives so much that she does everything she's ever wanted to in her entire life. She says, "I don't want to stop living my life, I just need to start living it differently". 

Take risks and life your life because you never know what happens an hour after you are reading this you may receive the worst news or the best news, you just need to live life to the fullest and not just survive. 

This show honestly changed my perspective on how I live my life. I live life to the fullest every day. 

Besides the empty box of tissues that laid next to me after I finished this show I was overwhelmed with so many emotions. This show is about living your best life, loving even when its so hard to, and just having a better perspective throughout your life. 

Sadly the show was canceled after the second season, but it ended perfectly. I like the mystery to it.

Xoxo

Writing

Writing 

Writing as many things in my life, is very beneficial to me and helps me through everything. I wrote this in seventh grade it was extremely important to me and that point in my life so I figured I would share it.

Love

Natalie Cortez

I was in love with the idea of being in love. I was so caught up in myself and him that I lost track of what I was doing and why I was doing it. I've realized over time that love is a strong word. But yet people misuse it everyday not fully understanding the true meaning. Like that boyfriend who told you he loves you but says it to a thousand other girls at the same time. Or your husband of five years but he ends up leaving when you need him most. Love means forever, something that will never break. People are using the word love like your grandmas most fragile plate. It sits in an open cabinet swinging back and forth until it falls and shatters on the floor. But real love is like a bullet proof window. Impossible to break.

You see love is tiding each other through the bad times. When I needed him most he left me. My mother was dying and he gets scared packs up his things and leaves me.

Love is waiting. He didn't wait for me. He got impatient and threw everything away. Including me.

Love is sacrifice. The only sacrifice he made for me was staying with me for that one day that I was fine. But, when I wasn't he was miles away.

Love is giving up fear and finding courage. I had more to be uncourageous of and afraid of but yet he acted more scared because he didn't have enough money to buy a plane ticket to fly away from me.

Love is looking past the flaws. Waking up in the morning with a bun on my head made him angry. He said that I needed to fix my hair. My mom, he thought she was some carry on package that didn't matter.

Love is telling the truth. Tell that to all the other girls that he fell in “love” with.

Love is giving up your old ways of living. Didnt give up anything for me besides him leaving. That was for himself.

Love looks beyond class and status. I was just starting out in life and didn't have a lot of money. To him I was classified as poor and worthless.

Love is believing in each other's dreams. Just like when I wanted to audition for that one show. He said I wasn't good enough.

Love changes you for the better. It seems like he's only gotten worse. I have tried to make him love me but nothing worked.

Love is letting go. That is exactly what I am doing.

Happiness

Finding Happiness

Happiness is key to living the life you want to life. I recently found my happiness in something completely normal yet out of my comfort zone. Without going into to much detail growing up I lived a very normal and scheduled life. Everything was based off of day-to-day activities. Each day was planned out even to the finest detail. I wasn't really living my life, I was just along for the ride. I was only breathing in this gated community with little adventure or life. This was all until recently:

1. Find someone who is there for you no matter what

Growing up I had always somewhat struggled finding a good group of friends. I would find some and then slowly diminish away, it started to become a problem. Freshman year I met my best friend. This word was a sly word in my vocabulary... Used too often but never was really true. When I met her I knew that it was true.

2. Take risks, don't over think everything you do, live with no regrets. Adventuring is now my favorite thing to do. Whether is going to Colorado and hiking up a mountain or going to 7-11 at 11:30 and buying Slurpee's, it will always put a smile on my face and leave me with such a high.

3. Let music lead you through every single question(unless its Kanye)
Music is such a big role in my life. Whether its singing, playing or listening it brings me immense joy. None the matter if you're on stage playing your heart or doing your own cover of Justin Bieber when you're alone on a long drive it makes me insanely happy.

4. Laugh and act like a complete idiot no matter who is watching
I am known for saying the absolute most random things. At times it may be in a wrong situation, but my favorite thing to do is to laugh and make others laugh around me. Life is too short to be stuck up and judge other people for having fun .


5. Laugh at everything
LAUGH. Learning how to realize the beauty in laughter is the best thing I have ever done. Laughing is a sign of happiness and that is what I am getting at here right? Laughing is almost a passion of mine, every time you see me, I am probably laughing. You need to laugh at every single thing like its the funniest thing in the world. My goal when I die is to have a six pack, not because I am fit but because I spent my life in utter happiness because I laughed.


6. Prove people wrong
Going against negative people and being able to prove them wrong is such a liberating feeling. For all those people out there that say you cant do something, you need to show them you can.


7. Break the rules (Legally)
Most of all, have fun. Don't worry about judgment or rules. Sometimes you've got to reach out and not be the prim and proper person you're used to being. It is the best feeling in the world... It feels like you're flying on an ultimate high of happiness.

8. BE HAPPY

Bye Loves,

Natalie Grace

Suede

Suede

Recently going into stores I haven't been able to pick anything up unless it is suede. Suede shoes, suede shirts, skirts, dresses, jackets, purses, you name it, it was on my radar. For those who don't know suede is a type of fabric most commonly used for jackets, shoes, shirts and bags. It is very soft the touch and is originally a tan color but is sometimes died into different colors. As you can already tell from reading this, I am just a tad bit obsessed with the right now. 

Last night I went shopping first at TJ Maxx then to Marshalls. Two very similar stores but I had the most luck at Marshalls. I left with two new suede dresses and am going back tonight to buy a pair of suede shoes... oops... I am scrunching my face while typing this just thinking of how crazy obsessed I am right now. 

Along with the two suede dresses I also bought a simple lace dress with a high neck that buttons in the back. I liked this dress because it was fancy yet not too fancy which was the look I was trying to go for. I forgot to take a picture of this but I hope my description painted one for you. 

My first suede dress made me dance around to the music in the dressing room. It is very comfterable and I fell in love with it. This color is a color I have always tried to be careful with as I have blonde hair and olive skin it could wash me out. It is a darker mustard yellow, usually I hate this color and always avoid it. I think that the cutouts in the dress help take the color away a little bit, but overall, it worked! I absolutely love this dress.

The second suede dress is more of an eggshell color. I love the design of this with the high neckline. There is also a zipper in the back so you can fit your head through comfterably. When I wear this dress I pair it with a short jean jacket and brown half boots with laces. I love this because you can make it casual or dress it up depending on the accessories. 

Outfits Last Week

A week of outfits.


This past week was a new start. The new quarter in school started meaning a few new classes. That week was all about first Impressions. 

Monday: 

Shirt: TJ Maxx

Blue Skinny Jeans: American Eagle

I went with a more preppy look. Styling my hair with the shirt was a bit harder than I wanted it to be because the neck line is quite high. But, as this shirt was new, people seemed to like it. 

Tuesday: 

Shirt: Target

Vest: Banana Republic

Jeans: H&M

Boots: JC Penny

I wore a fur lined vest with a black and white shirt with closed sleeves. I loved this look because it was quite simple yet made me look stylish. I wore with black skinny jeans and tan knee high boots.

Wednesday: 

Shirt: Forever 21

Jeans: American Eagle

Watch: Target

I went for a simple/sporty look. I love the button down jersey shirt because it definitely stands out and catches attention. I paired with light skinny jeans and a watch for an extra statement. 

Thursday: 

Jacket: Target

Tee: Ralph Lauren

Jeans: American Eagle

Watch: Target

I sported a jacket with just a simple blue Tee along with dark blue jeans with tan knee high boots. It was preppy which seemed to be the theme I was going for this week. I really liked this outfit because I was very comfortable all day but still looked like I put some effort in. 

Friday: 

Shirt: American Eagle

Jeans: American Eagle

Watch: TJ Maxx

Bracelet: Alex and Ani 

For some reason Michigan decided to be warm this week so I went with a light quarter sleeve shirt. The shirt has a lace back which cant be seen in the photo but I really love this shirt because of how simple yet fashionable it is. I paired this outfit with a small wrist watch(I love watches) and grey vans. 

Saturday: 

Shirt: Maurices

Scarf: Target

Leggings: Target

Boots: DSW

I paired a white shirt that was scrunched at the waist and wrists. I paired this with a subtle red and green scarf. The shirt was long enough to wear with leggings and look great when I paired them with classic short black boots. 

Sunday: 

Jacket: Madewell (NYC)

Sundays I always count as my lazy days. The air is different and is always sunny giving off a feeling of peace. I tend to match my outfits with my moods, so I sported a blue and white stripped jacket, with a blue high necked tee. 

Music

In my life music has always been something that awakens me and makes me really thrive as a person. It has gotten me through a lot of things in my life both the happy days and the sad ones. It is something that I am always able to connect with on a more personal level. Here are some of my favorite songs.

1. Slip by Elliot Moss:

This at the moment is my favorite song to listen to. It has a very nice chill vibe to it. It is simple but yet somehow contains something deep that can allows you to get in touch with your emotions.

2. BITE by Troye Sivan:

The lyrics in this song are what really speak to me. "Kiss me on the mouth and set me free, sing me like a choir". Whenever I am listening to this song it reminds me of a simple time, but even when we think things are quite simple they're anything but that because we are always craving something more out of life.

3. Gold by Chet Faker:

This song is really good to listen to when studying or just daydreaming. I also really like to listen to this song when I am driving at night, it has a good bass sound to it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hi4pzKvuEQM

4. Fires by These are your Children:

I was scrolling through spotify in a really bummy mood when I came across this song. It gives a strong feeling of both empowerment and peace. It for some reason brings a smile on my face, it just has a good rhythm and really fits with the two voices joining together. https://soundcloud.com/theseyourchildren/fires

5. Cotton Headed by Coda:

This song is so good. Like I don't know how else to describe it. I am a HUGE fan of this artist, they have such good music and are bringing the meaning back to music. He (Aaron Johnson) writes about things he is passionate about, and nothing about it is offensive towards woman like most rap now days is. This song is chill along with motivating. Agh I just love it. https://soundcloud.com/aaron-johnson-161/cotton-headed

Here are few more of his songs, some ft. Vanessa Tong:

https://soundcloud.com/aaron-johnson-161/on-the-lights-ft-coda-vanessa-tong

Hope you enjoyed! Talk to you soon :)

~Natalie

6 tips to an Un-Stressful Life

So this week is the most stressful week of my entire life. Mid-Terms are filling my schedule. I'm literally living off coffee and granola bars. Through this I have found certain ways to deal with the overwhelming stress... Here are a few tips:

1. Take a bath! I enjoy using with my favorite bath bomb from Lush, "Tisty Tosty". Its amazing and it smells like roses! It also really helps with those dry patches of skin leaving it feel silky smooth after-wards. The bath bomb is also quite romantic leaving real roses to soak with you as you relax.

2. Another tip is to have an Essential Oils diffuser right next to your bed when you're sleeping. My personal favorite at the moment is the Lavender Oil. It not only helps you sleep but its a sweet scent that is also a major stress reliever.

3. Listen to some good chill music. Recently, in order to focus I have been listening to more laid back indie style songs. I am happy to say I have completely fallen in love. If I had to suggest anything I would say listen to Elliot Moss, just his entire album on repeat. It helps to clear my mind and really allow me to focus.

4. Do yoga. I know people cringe at that idea but it really helps me. Just turn on some good music and meditate or do the dreaded warrior pose. Believe me, it works.

5. Try your best to wear what you would usually wear, no matter how late you were up. As tempting as that baggy sweatshirt and sweatpants look try to stay away from those if you don't usually wear them. Wearing clothes to match your mood can only make things worse. When I am stressed I like to try out new styles, it always puts me in a better mood. A little effort can make a world of difference.

6.  Light an amazing candle or wax warmer. I have both and I am honestly obsessed with them! My favorite scents right now are Mahogany Teak wood and a more fresh scent of Cucumber Melon by bath and body works.

Let me know what you think! Hope you enjoyed :)