Trying to manage my life and a blog

So, if you all have noticed, I haven't been blogging very frequently. But managing my life and doing everything I need to along with the other little things I get joy out of, like reading Harry Potter with Drake (we are on the last chapter!) makes it difficult, for me at least, to manage a blog. I love it so much when I have the time though. I tell my mom many times a day, that I would rather be blogging and posting pictures and sharing things that I find with others so that hopefully they can feel the joy that I felt when I first discovered them. There's also the trouble of sometimes I have no idea on earth what to blog about or share but as I talked with my neighbor Carole on Easter she reminded me that in art, there are days when thousands of ideas are running through your mind and then there are days were you go completely blank. You can't force anything out of yourself because it won't end up being something you love. Art can't be a duty, it has to be a joy. Same with blogging. Sometimes I never have enough time to post all the things I want to and sometimes I stare blankly at the computer and eventually give up. By now you're probably not reading this because I'm rambling and typing my thoughts down quickly, only making sense in my own head. But there are my thoughts, out here on this page. I hope to be more consistent from now on but I always hope that.
Oh, tomorrow is the Royal Wedding! And I will be posting something in honer of the special day so check back. Also, I had the most wonderful dessert on Easter and I'll be posting about that soon also.

Xoxo,
Madeline

The Prestige

A mysterious story of two magicians whose intense rivalry leads them on a life-long battle for supremacy -- full of obsession, deceit and jealousy with dangerous and deadly consequences. From the time that they first met as young magicians on the rise, Robert Angier and Alfred Borden were competitors. However, their friendly competition evolves into a bitter rivalry making them fierce enemies-for-life and consequently jeopardizing the lives of everyone around them. Set against the backdrop of turn-of-the-century London. (Source)

The other night I watched 'The Prestige' with my mom and oh goodness, it was intense. I love movies that make you think and take you to a deeper level of human thought and this movie completely took my mind somewhere else and the whole time I wanted to discover what it meant, what was going on and why they did what they did. Following the story of these two obsessed magicians was thrilling and horrifying as their lives fell about around them and yet they hardly noticed till the end. The mystery and secrets behind it kept you wanting to know more. It's not a movie I could watch all the time but it's something I'm glad a saw and one I will always remember. Some of it was not for the faint-at-heart. I can't really explain why because I'd give it away but let's just say I kind of freaked out and grabbed the nearest pillow. ;) But that's just me, haha. I liked the whole magician part of it and watching the tricks they performed. But what can I say, I love magic! I'm also fond of movies that involve stage life and the performer because I love to perform. I love the artistry behind it. Anyone who wants to see a well done film with a hard to uncover plot, this is the movie for you! Although, don't expect to walk away feeling light hearted, expect to walk away almost confused with something new to think on. :)

The Little Things

So much has been going on but I thought I'd post just a little bit and hopefully be able to do more later. :)

I found two extremely cute vintage flower glasses at the street fair that I'm hoping to put up a picture of them soon. I getting so much joy out of just drinking water out of them. Isn't it funny how the little things can bring the most joy?

Speaking of little things, look at this wonderful little find I made on esty! (Source) You should check out all the other little houses she has on her etsy. So adorable!

And now just a few inspiring pictures before I go(:

Happy thursday! Friday is just around the corner!
xoxo, Madeline

Street fair!

Sorry, I've been meaning to post more, but when I have the time I have many things rant about. (I know you're exctied! ;)) So, what I have to say right now is that our neighborhood is having their annual street fair this weekend and I'm about to go and check it out with my mom. YES! I LOVE the street fair. I hope to find something amazing. But the best part is being outside in this fabulous weather and seeing so many neighbors and friends.
Well, TTFN, Ta ta for now!

Xoxo, Madeline

Piecemakers

Hello all! Today I'm very excited because my mom and I are going to Piecemakers. It's an amazing fabric store that sells the most beautiful felt. :) Tonight after I get back from Ballet we are going to watch a movie and sew with our new felt. YES! I'm kind of thinking I'll make a cute felt fox ('cause foxes are the best!) but it's still to be announced. ;) Anyway, whatever I end up making I'll post a picture of it on here.

Stop, breath and think about something you enjoy today. :)
Xoxo, Madeline

Lilac Fairy with Boston Ballet

Amazing. :)

Artwork!

I really love this print, After the Storm. You should check out the other works of this etsy seller. So gorgeous!

Enjoy your day!
Xoxo, Madeline

Harry Potter Poster

I found this poster for 'Harry Potter and The Half-Blood Prince' the other day and it kind of breaks my heart. :')

The top inscription reads "I'm safe with you, Harry."

Xoxo, Madeline

Coldplay - The Scientist

Words can't explain this song. It's perfect. Music like this doesn't just come along everyday. <3

Pages

I finally discovered how you create other pages on your blog. (Like I said, I'm slow. haha) So anyway, you should check out my Polyvore page. <----- Over on the side there. I only posted one thing so far but I'm excited to post more. :)

Hope you have a glorious week!
Xoxo, Madeline

P.S. I like this picture. :)

Summer will come

Summer will come by DaisyChainThoughts featuring flat sandals

As much as I love winter and spring, I want the summer sun to splash my face. :)

Following

So, somehow I ended up following my own blog which is kind of funny and now I have no idea how to un-follow. haha If anyone knows how, I would love your advice. I really wasn't cut out for doing things on a computer. So this blogging thing can seriously confuse me. haha :) Thanks!
xoxo

April

Can you believe it's April already? It's been April for 7 whole days! Time is slipping away. Anyway, not much is new. I've been on Spring break this week and I went to Disneyland with my brother, Drake. We had loads of fun, besides the crowds and the miner sunburns that now reside on the very tips of our noses. ;)

Drake and I have also been reading Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. I've read the entire Harry Potter series and it's so fun to re-read them to Drake. I forgot how hilarious they are. :)

I'm hoping to do some more sewing/creating this month so stay tuned for some more on that. I think I'll make something with felt. Maybe a monster. Felt monsters are extremely wonderful. Anyway, I also plan to do some more gluten-free baking. It's always an interesting experience trying new gluten-free things. haha

Oh, and one more thing, aren't you all excited for summer clothes? Yay! Finally! When Drake and I went to Disneyland I made the mistake of wearing jeans. I think I was the only one. :P

Hope your week is marvelous!

Love, Madeline

It's been too longg!

I'm so sorry that I haven't posted anything on here in such a longg time. It's terrible. haha But I promise to be more dedicated from now on. ;)

If you haven't, you should see Tangled because it's seriously a wonderful movie and it's now on video so rent it and watch it with your family or some friends cause I swear, everyone will enjoy it!

Alsoo, if any of you who happen to eat gluten-free happen to happen upon my blog I'll soon be posting a wonderful gluten-free scone recipe very soon that you will not want to miss. :)