Thoughts Become Things

Meditation, self reflection, positive thinking, whatever you want to call it. I was inspired to write this post by a fellow blogger. I have recently been listening to the Abraham-Hicks books on tape and have been applying it to my regular thought process. Basically it teaches the amazing power of our thoughts and how we bring everything, good and bad, into our experience...Thoughts become things. It also teaches that our emotions are our guiding system letting us know what we are attracting with our current thoughts. Anytime we have a negative or positive feeling about ourselves, someone else, or something we are experiencing, we are attracting more of the same thing. Now knowing that, I've been working on replacing my negative thoughts with positive ones. Its all about what 'feels' good to us. We are meant to live an expansive, exhilarating experience. We aren't meant to be unhappy.

Some people set aside time where they can be alone, take deep breathes, and just be. Sometimes I do this early in the morning but my meditation is more about being aware of my thoughts all day long and when I have time I will go more in depth. I am excited to see how this knowledge will effect my life for the better. I can't wait to start attracting better and better experiences, interesting and loving people to surround myself with, and just enjoying every second possible. After all, it's all about the journey right?

xxSamantha

P.S. If you aren't familiar with Abraham-Hicks, start with "Ask and It Is Given. www.abraham-hicks.com or subscribe to the daily notes from the Universe at www.tut.com. The following picture is one of the emails I received the other day that I just loved!

Lake Powell

We were lucky enough to stay on a fabulous houseboat in Lake Powell for ten days. Jake and I were excited to have so much time together. We had a blast building sand turtles, walking the beach, floating on the lake, surfing, playing beach volleyball, and good ol' late night guitar hero. :)

  

 

xoSamantha

Hawaii...Check!

We have always wanted to go to Hawaii and as luck would have it, everything fell into place and we were off! We went to Oahu and got a chance to enjoy both Waikiki beach as well as the North Shore. If you know me, you know that I am very organized and make lists for everything...so it probably goes without saying that I make a full out itinerary when we travel. Well all that went out the window on this trip and that was half the fun. The weather was kind of all over the place which forced us to just go with the flow. 

We went to see the Japanese Temples where Jake asked an Asian man to take our picture with full on hand motions and shouting (as if he might not understand what he was saying) to which the man replied in perfect English, "Sure I'll take your picture". I could not hide my red faced embarrassment and it still makes me giggle. Good effort Jake.

 On our way to the North Shore we stopped at Pearl Harbor as well as the Pineapple plantation. Gotta do all the first time touristy stuff, right?  The we ate at both Hukilau Cafe and Kahuku Grill (which was the most amazing meal in all of Hawaii.) We also enjoyed watching the expert surfers at Sunset Beach.

 We strolled through a little town called Haleiwa and did some shopping. We couldn't resist some shave ice from Motsomoto's.

I was nervous and oh so excited about learning to surf and it was pretty fabulous! But boy, were my arms tired by the end (can you say limp noodle) but I always enjoy a good workout.

This was one of the most beautiful snorkeling experiences and we finally got some HOT HOT weather. Yeah!

 On our last day we walked as far as we could along the beach with our toes in the water until the sun set and our plane flew out. But we never wanted to leave.

Skindulgence

I am so excited and blessed to be in the position to start my own business. I finally decided on the name Skindulgence, which feel like it's always been mine. I'll be doing Chemical Peels and Microdermabrasion-my two favorite treatments. I can't wait to get started. Visit my website for my information: www.myskindulgence.com

Christmas Galore!

Christmas was so great! I just love love love soo much to be with my friends and family and I get a heavy dose of that around the Holidays. :)

Thanksgiving Reenactment!

Wow I am so behind. Ok, my beautiful, wonderful friend Madison came home from NY for Christmas and since she didn't get to celebrate Thanksgiving we reenacted the whole thing. The entire night was pure perfection...so full of laughs and love! I miss her sooo much and wish she would move home! Me, Madison and Diana are known for being insane picture takers when we are together so here's a few of those...haha!

My Refinished nightstand

I am so excited about this nightstand! It looks so unique and special sitting in my bedroom. I found it at the DI for $15 and painted it Aqua with a black glaze. Now the hard part is going to be finding another piece similar in size that will look good with this one to go on my side of the bed. I'm having so much fun and I think I'm addicted :)

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Jake's Surprise Birthday Dinner/Movie

Jake turned 31 this July so I surprised him with a big dinner with a bunch of friends at Himalayan Kitchen and then we all went to see Inception. We had an amazing night and I'm so happy that I actually pulled off the surprise. Jake had NO idea! :) His friend Ryan made a cake out of fondant of The Mayan Cliff, including a little diver and all. Super fun!

Kit, Nat, Trent, Ryan, Tim, Molly, Kory, Jake and Me. Jake and Shaleen met us at the Theater.

Jake and his awesome cake! ;)

Sorry Nat, I know you must be cringing right now. ;)
My camera was acting so weird.

Molly, Tim & Kory

Chelsea & Kyle