Do you ever get the feeling that your life is moving you in a direction completely out of your control? It’s really quite wonderful, actually.
Lately, I’ve had this feeling of momentum where things are just happening. It doesn’t mean I’m not a part of it too – we don’t just sit back and wait for fate or fortune to find us, we have to work at it to a certain extent – but once we put ourselves out there, raising our expectations or challenging our limits… life has a funny way of bringing us all kinds of opportunities.
It’s not just the anticipation of a life-changing trip on the horizon, but honestly, so many little things have been coming my way that are pushing me into new territory and daring me to say yes to things a bit outside my comfort zone. But what I’m realizing is that everything I’ve done up to this moment has prepared me for them. I feel like my experiences have empowered me to take bold steps, act without hesitation, ask the right questions, and make strong decisions.
Yes, my friends, I think there are some big wonderful things before me. What they are? I have no idea. A little scary? Yes. But shouldn’t it be? Adventures always are…
*images :: koray birand for harpers bazaar // kendra spears vogue paris
this is so inspirational and such a great way to look things! thanks so much for sharing.
I love this post! It completely inspires me to keep pushing the boundaries and step into my fear- great things await!
big is bold and bold is scary and if you aren’t scared, you’re probably not doing the best you can. i like the honesty of your post!
amanda
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This is so exciting for you. I know the feeling right now and it’s just nice when things come together and you can just ride it out for a short minute. Can’t wait to hear what’s in store for you!
YEAH!! Good luck on your possible future adventures!! Oooo I love that quote…it is true! I have to right that down somewhere and remember it!! =)
Have a great weekend!!
Such a great, inspirational message for a Friday afternoon! One of my goals for this year is to live with my feet off the ground a little more often, and you raise a great point here that sometimes you have to trust in the groundwork that you’d laid to support you in those times when you’re in unfamiliar territory! Enjoy the adventure
HOLLA! this is so well-timed for me. love your attitude. get it, girl!
This is so inspiring Cassandra. I feel like I’m right at this moment in my life that I need to go big and scary. Reading your point of view was amazing. Thank you
Great inspiration! Hope all of your dreams come true! XO
Oh hell yes. I am so in the same place right now, Sister! You have truly captured the sentiment with your post here. I keep saying how I’m excited and a little nervous for these new adventures I’m facing. Mostly excited!
it’s all about perspective… and you’ve got the right one. 2013 is going to be an amazing year.
CONGRATS on what the immediate future holds! We all have life but how many of us are truly “living” these days? Another quote I love is “I’m prepared to go anywhere… as long as it’s forward.” Love your blog. Keep it up girl, you’re an inspiration. xo
Enjoy the adventure Cass!
Such a beautiful post and so aligns with how I’ve been feeling about my life as well. It’s just kind of like.. you open yourself up to the world, and all of a sudden the universe responds, sending all these things your way, bringing them to you, and making you feel as though they just happened. Except of course it was your opening yourself up that allowed them to come.
I understand you because today I dare to dream and want to go out of my “comfort zone”!
I’m afraid of the unknown but it’s so exciting!!!
And I’m convinced that to go forward you have to take risks …
So good luck!
You GO girl!!! franki
What a beautiful read to start my day. Thanks for your inspiring and refreshing message. And, fab images!
This is so inspiring and well-timed for me, too! 2013 is looking up to be an amazing year!
Yeeees! Dream big!!! I love it!
well this wallop of inspiration is just what I needed to kick start this weekend!!!
That is one of my favorite quotes. New adventures are always exciting!!! Best of luck
Saying “yes” to wonderful possibilities is always a good thing! It warms my heart to see young women saying “yes” without trepidation. Have a fab 2013!
This is so true, I’ve been reminding myself of this quote a lot lately.
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What an inspirational post! It took me a few years to realize it, but I completely agree with the quote.
Love,
Breathe Me
This is amazing, and I wish you well!
Interestingly, and as a toast to you and your new horizons, I want to share with you the post that was immediately above yours on my google reader today: http://amidprivilege.com/2013/01/personal-scree-saturday-morning-950am/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+-Privilege+%28-+Privilege%29
Serendipity!
so fantastic. serendipity indeed!! thank you for sharing that other post – a perfect compliment to my current state of mind. xx
Love it!
Love the post! mood! and above all good luck! We are channeling our destiny forever even without realizing it!
White board! For all my group assignments for my Finance class.
This post sums up SO much of what I’m feeling right now! I think if we don’t take some chances and live a bit outside of our comfort zone at times we won’t be able to experience all of the things that we could. It’s not always easy, but it’s exciting! I can’t wait to see what comes your way.