watercolor quotes
It's refreshing to me that every day I get another opportunity to start fresh- or at least as fresh as possible. I have a tendency to sometimes focus on things I could have done differently/better/etc. so this is a constant reminder to me. New day, new strengths, new thoughts. Leave yesterday in the past and focus on what can be done this day (and this day alone.)
I read this quite a few weeks back and it's stuck with me. People may not always understand it- and the choice may seem uncertain/wrong/confusing what have you, but personally, I choose to always step forward. Sometimes that does mean choosing the harder option or the option that doesn't seem correct or the most logical, but there are so many times I believer you just have to take the risk and face the events that follow head on in order to not remain stagnant. (And hopefully, those events/results end up being amazing.)
"always keep your eyes open. keep watching. because whatever you see can inspire you." - grace coddington watercolor by Atlanta artist courtney khail
With a long list of to-do's greeting me this morning, I found this Thomas Edison quote to be very fitting. Opportunity doesn't just show at your door and success (at least the long lasting kind) never occurs overnight. I would argue about the overalls thing- but only because overalls bring back memories of my third grade wardrobe, which I personally think is best left in the past. (I'll just re-write the quote in my head to say "pants" or for my career especially- "a smock.")
"It's kindness to refuse immediately what you eventually intend to deny." - jimmy collins | watercolor by courtney khail
I read this quote a little while back in an interview and it resonated with me. So often people feel it's kinder to "slowly" or "gently" let someone down - whether for an opportunity, a date, what have you- than to simply just be upfront and direct. I've never agreed with that feeling. We've all been on the receiving end of false hope, and it never makes the reality any easier. (Honestly, I'd argue it makes it worse. What many people consider gentle or kind, is actually just prolonging the discomfort or hurt.) So I urge you to always be direct and honest about all of your intentions. In the end, it's the kind thing to do.
Although relevant because yesterday was Valentines Day, I personally think you should show love every day, so to me, it's just as relevant today.
quote by antoine de saint-exupery; watercolor by courtney khail watercolors
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, I can't help but get all sentimental and "mushy." I may not enjoy the commercialization of the day, but the idea of having a whole day dedicated to telling those you love exactly how you feel- that is something I can absolutely get behind.
Well that and chocolate. I'm always on board for chocolate.
Seeing how engagement season is in full swing, I thought this quote was only fitting. Invitations are your guests' very first glimpse into your wedding and although you most likely will not be able to invite every person dear to your heart, make sure those that you do invite feel special and excited when they receive your invitation. Plus, with all the time and energy you've put into planning an amazing wedding to celebrate the love you and your partner have, it only makes sense that the invitations to that event are just as amazing! If you're stuck on how to make that possible, I'd love to chat about all the possibilities and create a custom wedding invitation just for you!
It seems as though a lot of people get wrapped up with resolutions in the new year. Instead of getting too specific (and then, let's be honest, just abandoning the resolution all together because "you've already messed up") let's go easy on ourselves this year. Just try something. Try something new, something that challenges you, or something that excites you. Life is way too short for the "what if's" anyhow.