Random Life Moments

I've (loosely) made it a goal of mine to try to post at least one blog a week. Like I mentioned a few weeks back life has been hectic for Nelli + I, but don't worry we still love you guys lol. :D

In the past few weeks I've made a couple of new dishes that I'll eventually be sharing on here, Doritos Crusted Chicken Strips + Chicken, Bacon, Ranch Casserole. They were both even tastier than they sound. Look out for one of the recipes next week. 

I haven't done any art for the past month or so due to health crap. But at least I'm FINALLY on the right track + have been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia. It's not a diagnosis anyone wants to hear, but I'm just glad to finally have a name for all of the crap I've gone through all of these years. I've been educating myself about the disease + have come to a lot of "ah-ha" moments! I haven't spoken much about my health issues on BSOM, mostly because I'm actually a very private person. But this blog kind of serves as a journal of my life, + so I thought I'd just mention it today. Perhaps I will write more about it in the future + use this blog as a forum for others who are struggling with this shitty disease, but for now this is just an idea.

In other news things are finally starting to calm down for me in my personal life. It's been turbulent (to say the least) for the past year or so, so I'm very happy the dust is finally starting to settle + things are looking up for this lady! Hallelujah! lol 

Well that's about it in my world, will try to get some more blogs written up so that I can post more often. Hope all is going well for you in your life!  

Cheers! 

<3 Noonie 

Life, Love, Travel + Prosperity

Hey folks!

As you may have noticed Noonie + I have been slacking lately, but its because we're both forging our way through this world as strong independent ladies!

As for me, I've been trying to find my passions + what it is that drives me to more (and of course change the world!).
I spent the evening in Sausalito last night at the Sister Cities holiday party!
The Not-for-profit program is run by 6 women, and a plethora of other women who are involved as volunteers, organizers, and advocates.
It was amazing to be around their energy. These women are so successful, powerful, and accomplished that you cannot help but leave them full of energy and dreams for your future!

I have been completely re-charged and inspired to strive for my next mission in life, to forge my path, support other women, + do good in this life.

As I look for my City Planning career path I am reminded of the elaborate list of other goals I have to accomplish including:

Travel

Supporting Women

Networking

Research + Writing

Getting Involved

Inspiring Others

Organizing

Food Systems

Preservation of Resources + Structures

I am so grateful to have a sudo-aunt who believes in me, who supports me, and who is taking me under her wing to teach me all of the traits necessary for my adventures. 

I am grateful for all the women who came before me, who lead the way for me to be anything I want to be, to pursue my passions, and to offer advice along the way.

We need to stand up, and stand together, and never underestimate the power of unity!

I love you all!

-Nelli

Be Strong, Be Powerful, + Have Fun Doing It!

25 Goals

I recently stumbled upon the website + life site: Live Your Legend.
The creator is all about helping others achieve their life goals as he achieves his, he wants to give you the tools necessary to live your life the way you want + provides articles and blogs to both inspire and guide you.

Today I've stumbled upon this article, to help you set into motion 25 of your own goals to be achieved. AFTER you have done this, circle your top 5 overall, then your top 10.


Below are a list of mine.
I've broken them into 1 month, 2 month, 1 year, and 5 year goals, Life Goals.
My top 5 are in BOLD.

1 Month (Nov. 1, 2014):
1. JOB: Step toward Dream Job
2. Apartment
3. Health: Back + Jaw pain gone!
4. Few Extra Bucks: $5000

2 Months (Jan. 1, 2015)
5. Smart Car
6. Weight + Health
7. New Wardrobe
8. Furnished Apartment
9. Few Extra Bucks: $10,000

1 Year (Jan. 1, 2016)
10. DEBT FREE: Student Loans + Credit Card debt gone
11. Travel to Baltimore, Chicago, + Croatia
12. FIT: Consistent Workout routine in place

5 Years (Jan 1, 2019)
13. Get Married
14. Purchase a Home
15. JOB: Have Government / Dream Job

Life Goals
16. Inspire Others
17. IMPROVE THE WORLD
18. Have 2 Kiddos
19. Live in Europe
20. Fit + Healthy Lifestyle: Maintain + Inspire others
21. Go to Canada
22. Go to South America
23. Open a Bakery / Coffee Shop
24. Live in Chicago
25. BE HAPPY + IN LOVE, EVERY DAY :) : I know some might think this should be #1 however #25 and #1 are about equal in my book!


Now, When do you plan to get to work on these and what is your plan?
Or rather, When do I plan to get to work on these and how? Not only your top 5 but all of them!

Now first off, if you noticed, I listed my top 5 and my top 10, however, I feel that all 25 are important to me they're just a matter of figuring out how to do them while accomplishing the first 5.
Step one will be to stay focused.
Set aside each time to focus on how to accomplish your tasks!