When it rains...

This weekend I got some stuff stolen, my wallet to be specific. I never realized how much my life depends on having a debit card, buss pass, and Univeristy ID/Drivers Liscense. Needless to say I was feeling a little violated and pitying myself (Oh yeah the screen on my phone also broke at the same time which made it very difficult to sort things out...) it just felt like too many unfortunate things were happening at once.  In essence it felt like the universe was monsooning on my life.  Yeah, I know I can be dramatic sometimes. ;)  So I made up a (realllly cheesy) quote that both let me pity myself, but also gave me some hope.  Amazingly enough someone found my wallet and returned it to me!  You know what it reminded me of?

The beautiful sight of a rainbow and the wonderful smell of the Earth after a fresh rain.

So here's to looking forward, because at the moment Karma is on my side ;)

Just messing around with fonts was pretty cathartic for me, and then weirdly enough as soon as I was about done I figured out my wallet was found.   Although I had a very happy ending I definitely learned from this experience and will be MUCH more careful in the future and appreciate all the stuff I have.  Live and learn my friends.

Also I couldn't really decide which version of the quote I liked better...so here's the other version with a very sliiiiight variation.  I think the first one is better ;)

Alrighty back to studying I go! I've got 2 critiques and 2 tests to go, I can doooo it!

Do you like the rain? And the earthy smell that comes about after a good rain?

Tea Time

It is tea time. 

Every couple months I decide to get off coffee and start drinking tea, because of it's many health benefits.  Obviously I'm trying to cut down at the coffee right at this moment, not because I want to, but because I already drank all the ground coffee I have in my apartment...and don't really want to go buy some more.  So here's a roundup of tea and some of it's amazing benefits just to remind myself why I should maybe switch a couple of coffee a day to a couple cups of tea.

Green Tea : With a high content of both antioxidants and polyphenols, green tea is the champion of teas. It can help fight cancer, stimulate metabolism, boost your immune system, and much more. I wish I could say I drank it everyday.

Tea Bags : Don't love the taste of tea as much as it loves your body?  Well tea still has more to give, putting warm tea bags over your eyes can help reduce and alleviate pink eye.

White Tea : A cousin of green tea, it helps fight viruses and bacteria. I love mixes of white and green tea, it is a much smoother taste if you are having trouble with the harshness of green tea.

Black Tea : If looking to combat heart disease and stroke, check your home for black tea. It even contains fluoride to aid in dental health.  Earl Grey is a black tea and it has been shown to battle depression.

Oolong : Burn calories, increase blood flow, and build stronger bones with the help of this tea. It can also help with an upset stomach. 

Chai Tea : This spicy tea also contains antioxidants and can help in digestion. My favorite drink at Starbucks is a Skim Chai Tea Latte...it only costs about $7 though.

Flavored Tea : Flavored teas are an excellent choice for diabetics. Not only will it satisfy your sweet tooth, but it can help control blood sugar levels.  Some of my favorites are Cinnamon, Peppermint, Vanilla and Cherry.

Peppermint Tea: Upset stomach? Drink some peppermint tea it is known to treat stomach problems and ease nausea and vomiting.  It has also been said to help with heartburn.

Red Tea : Most popular in Africa, this tea contains flavonoids that are useful against many ailments. It also helps with the nervous system, kidney stones, and can even be used as a sedative.

Chamomile : If you suffer from nervous disorders such as insomnia, panic attacks, and twitches, give this tea a try. It also helps with menstrual cramps and ulcers.  It's basically a chill pill.

Tibicos : Ready for a random one?  This tea is made from mushrooms. This is an ancient and little known tea that is known to cure many problems, it's so good Mother Teresa was said to use it.


Do you drink tea?

New Directions

So if there is anybody out there that still reads this blog since I have somewhat abandoned it lately, I have an announcement.

I'm switchin' up the format of this blog...like there ever really was one anyways. 

Things I have learned about me and blogging:

1. I like writing about my food. BUT
2. I get bored writing about my food. I eat a lot of scrambled eggs, oats, and salads. Not blog worthy everyday. I think you all know more than you want to about how I eat my way through life by now.
3. When I have a new recipe YES I will share it here buuut I don't want to feel like I have to be constantly creating new recipes for this blog.Or photograph all my food...even though I love following other food blogs it weirds me out to catalog all my food.
4. I started this blog to be about my low impact LIFE not just my low impact food.  Somewhere along the lines I strayed but I would like to get back to that original idea.  Because I still like it.
5. I crave some more creativity in my life.
6. I need a challenge.
7. I wrote a bucket list...I might share it.
8. I want to check something off that bucket list. Thus today starts 365 days of creativity.

Yes, I am saying that everyday, no matter how simple it is, I will create something. Whether it is a new recipe, a knitted scarf, a drawing, a photograph... It will be something, creative (hopefully). I'm not sure I can do it, but I'm not afraid to fail because I've got nothing to lose!

To kick this crazy creative year off I'm starting easy, with a quote on top of layered photos I took. My love of cheesy quotes and photography is never ending. If you keep up with my 365 attempt I'm sure you will learn this.

(Click on the pic if your craving a bigger, prettier, and more amazing view)

Get excited for the future, I know I am :)