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July 22, 2015

12 Things That Inspire Me

12 Things That Inspire MeLately, I have had a few people ask me how I stay inspired. I have been blogging for 2 1/2 years now and people wonder how I constantly come up with something to write about each day. That was honestly one of my biggest concerns when I started this blog. How on earth would I find something to write about each day?! And, I have been so surprised at how easy it is most of the time to stay inspired. Have I gone through dry spells? Of course. But overall, I love this little space. It is a creative outlet for me and brings so much joy to my life.

 

12 Things that inspire me:

 
1. Kevin 

Sometimes he inspires a blog post without even knowing it or trying to, and other times, I bounce ideas off of him and he gives me even better ones. I am so blessed he supports my little hobby so much and of course, my love for him is a big inspiration.

 

2. Brooke

She has only been in this world 3 1/2 months (well 12 1/2 if you count the time in my belly) and she has already inspired so many posts. She is so fun to write about, plus baby stuff is adorable!

 

3. The Bible

I always quote that the bible is my inspiration and its so true. There are so many examples of amazing women in the bible. On top of that, it is the inspired word of God and so important to my life and walk with the Lord. I find hope, joy, inspiration, comfort and so much more in it daily.

 

4. Pinterest

Because seriously, I could spend hours on pinterest…

 

5. Instagram

& ditto, I love the explore tab. all the pretty things..

 

6. Starbucks

If I could afford it, I would be at Starbucks on the daily. I just love iced caramel macchiatos, passion tea lemonades and peppermint mochas. I always feel a little more creative with a Starbucks cup in my hand.

 
7. Nordstrom

It is so relaxing to walk in Nordstrom. & Target or any mall for that matter. I just love shopping and Nordstrom is one of my favorite stores. I love that I can find good deals on things and great designers, plus it always so clean and elegant. Nordstrom is just classic.
 

8. Random acts of kindness 

The kindness of others is overwhelming at times. I love hearing stories or seeing little random acts of kindness. In our busy world, people don’t often take the time to notice others around them so random acts of kindness make my heart warm.

 

9. Country Music

Hearing a good country song on the radio just puts me in a good and brings a smile to my face.

 

10. Sunshine

I am a sunshine person. I tend to be sad and really uninspired when its gloomy out. I need sunshine in my life on the real.

 
11. Pool Days

I guess this kind of goes with sunshine. I love going to the pool, beach or lake. I just love being out on the water relaxing. Its the best.

 
12. Candy/Queso/Margs – Food in General

I love food, particularly food that is bad for you. Every time I go to the grocery store, I get myself a “treat” because I went… so obviously I deserve one (typically a whatchamacallit). & I love good queso and a margarita on the weekend. Tacos at midnight. Pancakes for dinner. Cereal all day long. Its a real struggle. I love food y’all.

 

What inspires you?

 

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  • Keating Bartlett
    July 22, 2015

    Great list! Half these things inspire me also! Best combo ever: laying by the pool in the sunshine, listening to some country music, sipping on some Starbucks, while skimming Pinterest or Instagram on my iPad. PERFECT. And I always end up feeling so refreshed and motivated afterwards. Almost like taking a nap haha

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  • Chandler
    July 23, 2015

    Top three things that inspire me: my students, random acts of kindness, and a dear friend of mine. So many other things do as well but those are probably my top three. I love this idea and might have to do my own list in my blog. Have a great day!

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  • Macy Gutermuth
    July 30, 2015

    I love this list. Sitting at Starbucks, inside Target and browsing insta and pinterest…perfection 😉

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