Bonjour, mamma.

I know people say this a lot, but seriously, my sister is my biggest inspiration. You will never meet a more witty, intelligent, free-spirited, 0r beautiful 25-year-old girl. People always point out that we have the same diction, speech, witty/cynical attitude and I never get sick of hearing it. To be compared to such an enrapturing person is an amazing honor. I could write pages upon pages of situations where my sister pulled me through some dark, scary times in my life but instead I want the world -and you sis- to know that you are the sole reason I am on the path I am today. The person who pushed me with words, steered me with love and nurtured me with an influence oozing with positivity. I am so stoked to visit you next month sis! For every one who's curious. Chelsea is in the Peace Corps Master's program at Rutger's in Camden, NJ. She leaves soon to a foreign country (currently unknown) to dedicate her knowledge and training to the bettering and development of this c...

I promise you will start watching this clip and not be able to pull away. [sigh] This is why I love short films. and love. Favorite part: "and some how communicate some of the overwhelming, undying, overpowering, unconditional. all-encompassing, heart-enriching, mind-expanding, ongoing, never-ending love...." "i have for you.." xo

[image credit: TZEROXYMOX 's blog] Words can't tell. Words are cheap at times. Words can hardly express how I feel. Words can barely scratch the surface. If there is one thing I love on this earth it is the sounds of Zach Condon of Beirut. He melts my heart. Speaks to my soul. Tells me it's going to be "ok," even though he is unaware of my existence. When I'm all alone and the world is but a memory, I lock myself away and sway to his voice. I get lost in the symphonic trumpets and the wonderful sounds of the accordion. I cry sometimes when I love things so much. I cry a lot when Zach sings to me. (this is in the actual recorded version of the song. I speak French so any song that can incorporate the language that I love is forever imprinted on my heart) "Oh non je t'en prie, nous ne sommes pas chez nous. " "Oh je t'assures que ce n'est pas grave. " "Non laisse moi ! " "Mais qu'est-ce que tu as aujourd...

Alright, I will never be a professional photographer but the butterflies I get when I am in my moment (snapping, aiming, focusing) has truly impacted countless areas of my life. I gain my inspiration from many things, but this person in particular warms my soul. She is a super young, talented girl with an undeniable eye. her name is Olivia Bee & she inspires me. [all photo credit: Olivia Bee]

When I see photos I like or videos that make me cry or music that resonates I just want to love on every body around me. Love on your neighbor.