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Top 10 life priorities: birthday 2015 edition!

4/1/2015

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Hello my friends! I won't apologize for being absent so long, because I have no excuses, except my indecisiveness and my everyday life requirements. The ironic part of my today's post is that it's all about decisions…..(…and how an indecisive person like me is going to perform them and keep its promises…)!!!
For some people New Year's Day is a perfect point to make their annual resolutions and start fresh after raising their champagne glasses, for students, September works best, as they reconsider their dreams and purposes while preparing their school bag and for some others birthday is a day of major life reviews and schedules….All three cases are tempting, the time and the moment is just a matter of mood. I didn't make any resolutions on 1st January, I'm not a student any more, although education and culture is a lifelong process, so, on my birthday month, March, I decided to sit and think some things that I want to do in my life. 
Things that seem important right now in my life, things I absolutely need and want with all my heart, not necessarily the ones that a rational mind dictates as vital priorities, but the ones that my heart seeks desperately. In other words, not the things that I must do, but the things that I want to do. Because sometimes heart knows better... Especially in periods of big confusions in my life, I believe that listening to my heart is the only way to go. 
So I decided to make a list of my top 10 life priorities for this year of my life. What I believe that will be beneficial for me and will bring more joy and health and luck to my life! I put things from the past in my list that I've tried some time in my life and enjoyed and want to repeat, as well as things absolutely new to me, that I've always been so keen on trying and never had the opportunity to do them. I've also put some dreams in my list, because life is not beautiful without them!
And voila! Here is my list:
      

1. Create life memories

Be bolder and try new things, be fearless and do the ones that I'm afraid to do. Live more moments with people I love, discover new people, give and take, teach and learn, create my own experiences and memories, because this is life, because:   
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2. Create a welcoming nest

My house is a never ending process! I've done pretty much in terms of decoration with it, what I want to achieve from now on is creating a homely, welcoming, cozy environment, easy to live in. A place where I 'll want to come back to, to feel comfortable and happy and always ready to welcome beloved people. A place to live! 
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3. Create a beautiful wardrobe

OK! I may dream of Carrie Bradshaw's glamorous closet in "Sex and the City", or those amazing Pinterest perfect closets on internet, but what I really want for my closet is functionality and inspiration. Decluttering a bit and reorganizing my clothes would be nice. And I really need to buy a few new items. A style renewal is an absolute necessity for me right now! You cannot carry the same style your whole life through! I want to open my closet and find quickly the right clothes for any occasion, without losing time thinking and trying on clothes again and again, because they don't fit or because I don't like them. I only want beautiful clothes in my closet, that fit me well and make me feel confident and elegant. I want my closet to be a partner in my life adventure! 
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4. Do something creative

Work on a creative project, something that I love and I believe in. Even if it's not something big, creativity enhances confident and self respect, also cultivates qualities as patience, discipline, diligence and is a great exercise for the brain. Moreover…. you never know….
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5. Laugh more!

Laugh! It's yoga for the face, medicine for the soul (releases endorphins, the "happiness" hormones), exercise for the abdominals, special treat for the heart! Laugh. laugh and laugh some more! Laugh with every given opportunity, whenever and wherever I can. Comedies could be a nice solution. I really miss good laughs in my life lately. A priority!  
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6. Bring ballet back to my life

I took ballet classes as a little girl and then again while I was in the university. It takes much effort and discipline to reach a good level in ballet and that was the reason why I abandoned it. "If you can't reach perfection, why bother?" Well, I never stopped loving ballet and definitely had an inclination and I believe that performing some ballet exercises…. or pocisions… will have major benefits for my body.   
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7. Take piano lessons

OK! That's a tough one and I'm not sure what exactly I want to do with a piano. But it is a childhood dream I never even tried it. I wanted to learn playing, but my father was negative, so I compromised with a guitar, which I never really loved… I mean, when you love the piano you have to play the piano, not the quitar! It doesn't work this way. When it comes to piano… there is no substitute! So, we'll see… But, definitely hear more piano music, a treat for the soul and the mind.
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8. Learn to speak French

Because it's the most beautiful language in the world to talk and to hear...
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9. Travel 

Another activity I miss a lot lately. And the more I miss it the more I want to go away from everything and everyone! To get lost among unknown crowds, to breathe free, to see new places and faces, to meet different cultures, to taste different tastes and flavors, to live a different kind of life for a while. A real rejuvenation for the body and the soul, a "shower" for the mind, so that I can start fresh when I come back to the same everyday life... 
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10. Read more books

An alternative way to escape from reality and live another life for a while is reading. You travel to different places, different ages and situations, you become whoever you can imagine and you live your own adventure, or simply watch other people's adventures and lifes, you cry, you laugh, you love, you hate, you feel happy, or sad, you dream, you learn… and all that using your mind only! I don't read as much as I'd like to, although I buy books and always begin one with a willing mood, I often catch myself giving up after a few chapters…. Maybe they're not interesting enough, maybe I can't find the time…. or maybe I'm just bored. Whatever, I'll try to "feed" my brain with more and good quality "food".
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So, this is my top 10 life priorities list for this year of my life! Oh! And another priority! An urgent one: 
To accomplish my decisions and keep my promises as long as they are functional and fulfilling and they make me happy!!!  
I mean there is no reason to carry on something that doesn't work anymore for some reason. Flexibility is the key when everything is falling apart. I'll keep my mind open and hope for the best!
I hope you enjoyed my list and maybe even got some inspiration to make your very own one, if you haven't already decided what to do with your life in 2015!
Love you all,
xoxo, Elena  
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On a rainy day

2/6/2015

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Hello my friends! I hope you are all o.k. It's Friday after all! The weather in my town is very "nasty" today. There is a very strong south wind, the sky has the "fifty shades of grey" and looks so amazingly light and heavy at the same time and the rain seems like will never stop….
But, somehow, I feel so great today, as if the sunniest day was sent here on earth! It's one of those wonderful days that you feel just happy with no particular reason. It probably has to do with general gratitude for life itself and the "oh so" desired inner calm that I possess today…. Or maybe it's the magical and therapeutical sound of the rain combined with the peace of the light grey atmosphere….. Oh, and I've heard that it snowed at the mountains! How cheerful and rejuvenating is that!
I captured some moments of my day to share with you via instagram and maybe give you some ideas on what to do on a rainy day like today:
  • I wrote on my DIY "5 minute a day journal".
  • I had my morning coffee at bed, reading a little, and….
  • Dreaming of my next journey….
  • I warmed up my body and my soul with the most flavorous tea!
  • I made a mushroom and pepper omelette for breakfast and strength.
  • I scheduled to organize my closet one day in the near future, just to feel more neat and confident.
  • I walked on my new treadmill, since that was easier than hitting the road, and felt so wonderful! Back in action again, after a long, long period of hibernation…
  • I enjoyed a comfort dinner with my love, and last but not least….
  • I got tons of inspiration by Abraham Linkoln's saying from my "Just for today be happy" book.
MY INSTADAY
Do not worry……
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I hope you enjoyed my "instaday" post and I wish you all a fabulous weekend!
Love you,
xoxo, Elena
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My blog diary: Monday, 5th of August 2013

8/5/2013

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Something terrible has happened to my blog lately and I just can't figure what....
That's the reason I haven't been posting for a long, loooooooong time now, plus the fact it's summer, it's hot (very hot, actually) the last few days and the only thing in my mind is HOLIDAYS!!! I so much need to go away from anything and anyone I deal with the entire year.... and feel free and happy, wearing my swimsuit all day, walking at the beach, drinking mohitos and enjoying delicious summer dishes (someone else... really talented is cooking for me!!!...), listening great music at the beach bars at nights staring the moon and the stars holding hands with my loved one, watching some really good summer movies.... and the list goes on... and on...O.K., you got the the point: I need some vacation!!
I'm so, sooo sorry I can't upload any photos, I think my little blog needs some holidays, too! Anyway, you can always enjoy my pinterest photos (thank God nothing strange has happened there, although I couldn't pin anything for an entire weekend, but I think that was a general problem, not only mine...) and I also have a problem with my instagram, because.... I have taken so many photos with my phone, it doesn't accept more... bad phony...
Well, what do you think, do I need any holidays or not?
See you, soon I hope...

CHANCE - Paros (2013) from Thanassis Totsikas a.k.a ZAN TOT on Vimeo.

love you,
xoxo, Elena

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A grey day... turned coloured!

6/6/2013

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Yesterday,
was a rather grey day...

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I wore...

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with some effort of myself
and a little help from my man...
we had a lovely brunch at the mall
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ordered the most favourite summer food ever:

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had some shopping therapy:

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lived a romantic night...

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watched a comedy DVD:

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Sometimes when the rainbow doesn't appear on itself...
you just have to grab the brush
and put some colour in your life on yourself!
So simple!
Love you,
xoxo Elena

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Have a beautiful week + my weekly notes

4/15/2013

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Hello my lovely readers! I hope you all had a beautiful and relaxing weekend and you're back here to face a challenging and gorgeous week as well. I had the chance to enjoy lots of sea viewing this Saturday, captivating all that calm and energy sea is presenting to us so generous! I also enjoyed some lovely (and glamorous!) shopping in my beloved city named Thessaloniki with my sweet man... And Sunday was nice, too, with reading, croissants, coffee, lunch with father in law and a new wonderful show on TV "that face sounds familiar": funny and touching, I absolutely loved it! To contribute to your weekly wellbeing...I have some lovely links here for you, I hope you'll find interesting...
~ Fitness: 10-Minute Yoga for Happiness
~ Perfect style: Striped Shirts
~ Cook: Skillet-Baked Eggs with Spinach, Yogurt, and Chili Oil
~ Delicious: Skinny-strawberry-shortcake.
~ List love: 100 rules of dinner.
~ Sew love: Spring spruce up.
~ Dream villas: The GREEK VILLAS!
~ Home love: Elegant Melbourne home in Adore home
~ Magazine: Matchbook, April 2013
~ Blog post love: First baby room, by Mini Manor.
Have a nice week
love you all,
xoxo, Elena                        
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Week moments

2/2/2013

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The first month of 2013 belongs to the past, already! Welcome February, and.., shall I say welcome spring? Because the day yesterday was so sunny and hot, I thought spring is coming! And spring means light and color and regeneration! Well, my mood needs all these things, so this week I searched out for them and here's what I found!
You know lennoxx, the amazing site with hundreds ideas for decoration? Well, this week was inspired by Maria Barros and her colorful way of life, and I just loved everything about her place! You definitely have to visit her!
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January 16th, 2013

1/16/2013

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Goodmorning my dear friends! I have a strange feeling the last two days that spring is coming early this year. I can smell it in the air!! It maybe the very high temperatures, up to 15d of Celcius, after the very cold days...of course, you never now with the weather... and it's still January, after all! But it's nice to see the sun in the morning, isn'it?
I'm also very happy to announce you, I have some great magazines for you this week! "Lonny" is a favorite online decoration magazine and the wonderful January-February issue is full of fresh ideas and waiting for you to read it!
And during my... surfing routine, I discovered other two mags I'm sure you're going to love! "Ceci style" is a gorgeous lifestyle one and guess what... it's weekly, which means you can have your dose of glamour even more often! And finally the very sweet and very useful "Clos-ette" magazine with beautiful organizing ideas! Well, I have to organize myself now a little, so I have to leave you for a while...with some great company, however! Make a cup of coffee and enjoy your reading!   
 
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    Welcome to Elena's blog! I'm Elena, I live in Greece and I created this blog because I want to share with you all the beautiful things life is giving to us from my point of view. Thank you so much for stopping by, love you all, xoxo, Elena 


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