good idea explosion

i've recently had a mind explosion of good ideas happen and i need to stay inspired because i often lose focus quickly. i'm slightly a.d.d. that way. so i've decided to compile a list of things that are inspiring me right now - for your viewing pleasure. enjoy.

style rookie
tavi is the shit. she's thirteen years old and runs this wickedly clever fashion blog that has sort of taken the online fashion industry by storm. not only is she totally adorable but she writes like a pro. oh, and she's completely tenacious. what other thirteen year old do you know, will brave junior high dressed like a crazy yet highly stylish bag lady. i find her uniqueness and lack of regard for what other people think totally admirable.

simply breakfast
this blog makes me want to wake up early, quietly make a delicious, satisfying breakfast and read the new york times while the sounds of morning float through my kitchen window. it also makes me want to take more pictures of my food.

nasa's astronomy picture of the day
each day, a new picture of the cosmos.

sally jane vintage
please, may i have all of your clothes? seriously though. i'm really into this so called fashion blog trend and this pretty lady keeps me swooning. the bows. the high waisted skirts. the granny socks with heels. i love all of it.

she also runs an online etsy shop, which i am currently dappling in the idea of. i have a million vintage buttons and i'm thinking i can have a little side hobby selling pretty vintage buttons. kind of a niche market, i know, but what else should one do with a million vintage buttons?

carson mccullers
she was 23 when she wrote her first novel, a favorite of mine, the heart is a lonely hunter. for the love of god, i can barely complete a short story. her skill, desire and motivation to write such a poignant novel at such a relatively young age keeps me trying.

and lastly, dancing at the cafe