Friday, August 22, 2008

Quote of the Day August 22, 2008

4:07 PM

I think what Elephant 6 meant for us is very simple: there’s something pure and infinite in you, that wants to come out of you, and can come out of no other person on the planet. That’s what you’ve got to share, and that’s as real and important as the fact that you’re alive. We were able, at a really young age, to somehow protect each other so we could feel that. The world at large, careerism, money, magazines, your parents, the people at the rock club in your town, other kids, nothing is going to give you that message, necessarily. In fact, most things are going to lead you away from it, sadly. Because humanity is really confused at the moment. But you wouldn’t exist if the universe didn’t need you. And any time I encounter something beautiful that came out of a human somewhere, that’s them, that’s their own soul. That’s just pure, whatever its physicality is, if the person can play piano, if they can’t play piano, if they’re tone deaf, whatever it is, if it’s pure, it hits you like a sledgehammer. It fills up your own soul, it makes you want to cry, it makes you glad you’re alive, it lets you come out of you. And that’s what we need: we desperately need you.
-Julian Koster

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Thursday, August 21, 2008

College.

3:07 PM

I am so homesick it is not even funny. I thought I was fine. It was until I slowed down to realize how much I miss my family. I just started crying out of nowhere. I wish I could stop. Thinking that my momma is going through the same thing only makes matters worse.

I don't really want to go home, but I don't exactly want to stay here. I just want any place that will give me a since of comfort. I feel like I stick out like a sore thumb here and I'm trying my hardest to blend in. I'm confused on most things, but thankfully everyone here is nice which makes it easier.

I want my brother. I want my sister. I want my momma. I want my daddy. I want a friend.

Love,
Leira Violet

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Wednesday, June 11, 2008

Quote of the Day June 11, 2008

4:25 PM

The Gates of Hell by Rodin
"When you're going through hell, keep going"

-Winston Churchill




I have been drawn to this quote for quite some time now. Part of the reason I like this quote is because it's short just like my attention span. However, it's more of a reminder that just because you're going through 'hell' doesn't mean to turn around.




I have this notion, that when something goes wrong or gets rough that I should turn around and it 'wasn't just meant to be'. Slowly, I am realizing that in order to get to your goals you have to go through some trouble and tough times.




I have always done things that were easy for me. School was easy (until a point). Guitar was easy (until a point). Drawing was easy (until a point). I eventually gave up on all of those, except school, whenever times got rough or wasn't served to me on a silver platter.




Just recently, I had my year anniversary of being vegetarian. I went through 'hell' to get here and still do go through hell, sometimes on a daily bases. Now, I'm focusing on going raw and refining my talents, and getting my body healthy. I face so many challenges it's not even funny, but I'm closer than I would have ever been if I didn't walk into the fire.


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Monday, June 9, 2008

Just as an FYI

4:53 AM

Not my cake. Found it on Flickr

Hello,
Today is my birthday. I'm officially an adult. Well, in governmental terms I'm an adult. Mentally, I'm no older than 16.


Love,
Leira Violet

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Wednesday, May 28, 2008

Time for Pics

5:01 AM

Hello Loves,
I haven't posted pictures in awhile. So, here you go.









Love,
Leira Violet

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Monday, May 19, 2008

Somebody to Someone

8:52 AM

What does it take for a somebody to be a someone?

Does it take fame and fortune or work in the broiling sun?

Does it take a rich father or outrageously smart wit?

Does it take good looks or respecting the environment?

How about a pure heart, self-less eyes, or a kind tongue?

Or is that too lackluster for everyone?

Love,
Leira Violet

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Friday, May 2, 2008

The hardest thing...

8:37 AM

Hello Loves,

The hardest thing for me to learn is to have an idea or believe something that nobody else agrees with and stand alone. I have this giant desire to fit in, to have connections with people, that I will sometimes belittle or hide the belief or idea.

I really want to be able to disagree with everyone and still feel complete, not needing reassurence from other people.

I'm always in the closet about something. Yes, everybody may know that I believe one thing or another, but having an in-depth conversation with someone I don't know very well and be able to hold my own is nearly impossible. For the most part I keep my ideas and beliefs to myself due to fear.

I don't want to becom extreme and end up closed minded, thinking my way is the only way. I'm a very open person. I almost pride myself on it. I have that skill down pack. Dealing with this issue, it is unlikely that I will lose my willingness to be open. Although being open is a good characteristic to have, I may be too open.

When it boils down, it is about being comfortable in my own skin. Another issue I'm still dealing with. Knowing that I'm not stupid for saying this or that and that I'm completely fine the way I am with all my beliefs, thoughts, and ideas.

What is the hardest thing for you to learn?

Love,
LeiraViolet

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