Random thoughts....

I think that in life I forget that I can be too nice, I can be too forgiving, and I can forget when to stick up for myself. I have a tendency to dream for too much but not go after what I want.

I cannot determine whether these traits can be good or bad. Or are they just bad in different amounts?

Office Space Part One: Inspiration

So I have been thinking a lot about what to clean up and get rid of as I start my adventure into packing for Texas, and have come across a dilemma.... My office. It is literally the worst room in my house. So bad in fact that I am ashamed to post before pictures, until I have the after. It has kind of become that one room that I do not go into unless I need to temporarily "store" something. The only problem, I have been storing stuff without actually finding a home for it. And now that I need to get my boss into the idea of me permanently working from home I really need a space that I can work in without feeling crowded and blocked into.

So here I present Office Inspiration, brought to you by Pinterest.

Not only have I been in love with teals lately, but I do have a twin bed in my office for guests and for Ghillie. What can I say, my boxer is my life. With the mixture of blues it is not too over powering, but just calming enough. 

I love how the photos are displayed in this office. I can see my office in Texas being displayed this way with all of my moms photography. Plus how there is conveniently a space for the pup. However I would have a serious OCD  problem with the chords being jumbled. 

Seriously! A perfect feel of old but simple. I love the feel of this area and the length of the desk. I would probably hog the entire space for myself, but it is enough for two people, and solid enough to scrap on. 

I don't think that I have ever thought of pulling my desk away from the wall like this. Maybe because the space itself is tiny but its a good idea to do instead of having to stare at a blank wall. I also love the shelving unit in this one. There are countless moments that I catch myself staring at the Target and Ikea versions, listening to their cries of "take me home".

One always needs inspiration for their crafting needs!

And last but not least one for my actual cubicle. I always love having words of wisdom in my cube. This is clean but creative. And I love the filing cabinets. 

What is your office space inspiration? How did you clean out unnecessary clutter?

Music Mood

Music has an important impact on my life. I may not have any musical talent (unless we count car singing, rock star statuses) but I listen to practically every genre of music. Some more frequently than others, but I never judge music unless I have tried to listen to it.

My spotify musical finds of the week are both similar but a different sound.

The first is a band that I have loved and adored before.

I think that their last album was in my car for two months straight and that's literally the only thing that I listened to for one of those months. My favorite on this album happens to feature a country artist. Although it is a bonus track it is beautifully done, and I would urge you to take a listen. Stars (feat. Kenny Chesney) reminded my how powerful Grace Potters voice is. It draws you in and BAM inspiration takes place.

The second is Bastille.

They are new to the music scene (at least mine) and I stumbled upon them when listening to random tracks on Spotify. They have a fun beat and rhythm, perfect for a road trip sound track.



What kind of music inspires you?

Uneasy Day

It's a day known in history for multiple reasons. First because it is my Grandpa's birthday, and he is literally my favorite relative besides my mother. And let me tell you I am a total grandpas girl (it helps that I am the only granddaughter). I make it a point to tell him that I love him every time I see him or talk to him, because he is so important to me, and is there for me all of the time. I can find no better way to show my appreciation then telling him what he means to me.

The second is because it is 09/11, a day that has been in our hearts for the past 12 years. I remember being at home with my mom when we saw the news. The entire day at school was solemn, and the teachers were in a silent shock as they tried their best to keep brave faces and try to explain the events of what happened. This day, unlike others, still haunts America. The wounds still fresh and re-opened every year that we remember the tragic events that killed so many innocent lives. The irony that history has, in a way, repeated itself has not left an impression on our political leaders to change the way of thinking in America. Rather that violence and unnecessary action should always take place. It's on this day that I have decided to make some changes of my own, so that I can make a change in my life and community. Changes that will make me the person I hope my grandpa will remain proud of.

How do you choose to make a difference?
What does this day mean to you?

Simplicity

I have headed back to a more simplistic look for my blog while I try to figure out the next steps to the master plan are. I feel as if I over complicate aspects of my life by cluttering it with objects or bling. I understand the need for that in my scrapbooks, but I think that is the only place it needs to be.

Over the next few months I get to experience the de-cluttering phase of my life to begin my journey from Arizona to Texas. I have three rooms to clean and just purge items from. However I have an unnecessary attachment to items (the first step to hoarding right?)

Let me know your favorite technique to de-clutter your life, or reorganize a room are!

I have an office/craft room, bedroom, and living room (plus an entire storage unit that I need to go through.

Things I am Loving Tuesday!

OK so seriously, there have been so many things this past week that I have been absolutely obsessed with.

First: Divergent! I mean come on, who was not obsessed with this book? And to find out that this is the guy playing Four!

I mean I loved him in Golden Boy (and the last Underworld) but it is good to see this lovely lad getting into a movie series that can either make or break his career. Check back in a day or two for all of my book reviews. and get a preview of what I plan on reading next!

Second: SOA
For those of you who do not know what that is, SONS OF ANARCHY! The season premier is next Tuesday Sept 10 on FX, and I am seriously ready to figure out what happens with everyone especially Tara. Kurt Sutter could not have made it more of a jaw dropping WTF season.

Not impressed by Charlie Hunnam's next movie project though. Charlie plays main character Jax Teller, and magically thought it would be a career booster to do 50 Shades of Grey? Have fun dealing with your SOA crew on this Charlie; I hope Kurt Sutter terrorizes you.

Third: Krewella and Avicci
My music collection is like a child who is highly caffeinated and possibly on crack. So it shouldn't surprise some people that it goes from country to heavy metal to any thing in between. Lately I have been on a bit of a dubstep obsession. I have listened to Wake Me Up by Avicci too many times to count. I adore the lyrics, and find them highly relate-able. And now Krewella! seriously these kids have some skills. Take a listen to their new track Live for the Night on their site.

Fourth: Twitter

Sadly I think I may be the last person in the world to actually get on the twitter bandwagon. But I hopped right on and am now tweeting away. Look me up @KyleaMJohnson

Peace, Love, And Puppies!
Kylea

Book Obsessed!

One of my goals for 2013 was to read 1 book each month. Well thanks to my slight hospital upset in January things got off to a bit of a rough start. But it seems that now I have picked up steam and have finished 2 books in about a month. So what have I been reading lately? Well my 24 year old adult self went back to Young Adult readers, and I have started The Mortal Instruments series by Cassandra Clare. I am now looking at purchasing the third book but am torn on whether or not I want the kindle version, or the actual book. I love physical books and there is nothing that can replace them, but with as quickly as I have been reading these books the kindle version makes more sense. Granted I actually have to charge my iPad now to get the Kindle app, even though I am secretly looking at the new Kindle Fire and telling it to come into my life. 

Now I will self indulge, I secretly started reading this series because I knew that they were making a new movie out of it with Lily Collins. And I think that that girl has been pretty brilliant in her past roles. But as I finished book one, I quickly became addicted. There were many different twist and turns that left you page turning until one in the morning. 

A little quick Kylea synopsis of book one: City of Bones 

Clary (short for Clarissa) starts off as any other normal Teenage girl with a loving artist mom Jocelyn, cool bookstore owning "uncle" Luke,  and  best friend Simon (who secretly reminds you of Duckie from Pretty in Pink).  During a visit to a local all ages club Clary see's something that no one else can, a boy with a knife. Now either she had the bravery of a lion or was just slightly suicidal, but she followed the boy into a hallway of the club where he is there with three other people, one of which is later killed because he is a Demon. 

We soon after learn that this boys name is Jace, and his friends/family are Alec and Isabelle. They are Shadow Hunters, and they protect the "Mundanes" (think muggles from Harry Potter) from down worlders and demons. Little do they know they will need the help of the down worlders and a Mundane or two as the book continues. 

Now the book does have a little religious feel to it, but seriously nothing enough to phase anyone. It is mostly the background and history of certain Angels and demons. 

It is a good read and pretty quick too for those who read like maniacs! I just finished the City of Ashes so stay tuned for a quick little synopsis of it too! But beware there might be a spoiler or two! 

Anyone planning on seeing the movie this weekend? 

Pleace, Love, And Puppies! 

KMJ&Co