Hayden Williams

Check out 19 year old Hayden Williams who is an aspiring designer and illustrator at http://haydenwilliamsillustrations.tumblr.com/. His designs are absolutely stunning and due to his creativity his illustration above of pop star Rihanna was chosen by Rihanna herself as her twitter picture. His tribute to Elizabeth Taylor is glamourous and beautiful.

Perigee-Syzygy

Saturday night, Kasia came to my house to inform me of the Super Moon on March 19, 2011. See Kasia's post "Moon at the Window" at http://universaldreaming.blogspot.com.  We had a look at it through binoculars and it was a beautiful sight to see. At about two in the morning, it had a gorgeous aura, slowly transforming from emerald green, deep hues of purple and blue to a faint yellow. Unfortunately I do not have a digital camera yet so I don't have any personal pictures. This morning, my mom (whose name happens to be Maria like the scientific term for the "rivers" of the moon, Luna Maria") called and asked me if I saw the supermoon and I said of course but little did I know that what I saw was nothing compared to what others have captured....................the Perigee-Syzygy.


The moon on Saturday, March 19 as seen on http://www.mlive.com/. Photo courtesy of Adam Kraft

"The full moon is seen as it rises near the Lincoln Memorial, Saturday, March 19, 2011, in Washington. The full moon tonight is called a "Super Perigee Moon" since it is at its closest to Earth in 2011. The last full moon so big and close to Earth occurred in March of 1993." Photo Credit: (NASA/Bill Ingalls) www.wikipedia.com

"March 2011 supermoon rising over the Atlantic Ocean" http://www.wikipedia.com/ 

"The "Supermoon" of March 19, 2011 (right), compared to a rather 'average' moon of December 20, 2010 (left): note the size difference." Images by Marco Langbroek, the Netherlands. http://www.wikipedia.com/

The next super moon will occur November 14, 2016. This moon is said to have a stronger than usual affect on the tides of the ocean so it surely must affect our moods since our body is made up mostly of water. Where do you think the word lunatic originated from?!

Inspiration

Inspiration is a mysterious force which can lead to invention. Like a wave of magic that casts a spell over you, leaving you feeling renewed and full of hope. Sometimes we lose touch with this vital energy and it seems just out of our grasp. Usually this is because we are depleted of our energy trying to push through the demands of daily life. I find using any time we can get, even just 10 minutes to separate ourselves from activity can work wonders. Inspiration is another word for inhalation. Take a deep breath slowly and exhale just the same. We must open ourselves to receive. Even as you read this, close your eyes and use your imagination to take you exactly where you want to be. You can envision things vaguely as if in a dream or explore the details of your mental creation. Ultimately, you just want to disconnect from your current reality and let your soul run free to a place where nothing is impossible and there is nothing to fear.



A child's hand in yours what tenderness and power it arouses. You are instantly the very touchstone of wisdom and strength
Marjorie Holmes    . lr

Jumping For Joy

Black Satin Gucci Jumper With Cord Belt $2,350.00
 
For the fashionistas on a budget, here
are two looks very similar to this Gucci
jumper I currently found on their website. The first
directly below is from Metrostyle.com and
retails for $59.99. This sophisticated jumpsuit
features a smock waist with snap button detail
and a more conservative wide leg.
Perfect for the office if you are going
for an elegant look.                             
                                                             
                                                             
Bebe.com features a trendier version
with a slimmer silouette, aviator style
double front pockets and a detailed
neckline which retails for $119.00.
                                                             
 

Proof that you don't have to spend too much money
to stay current with the trends.

I am absolutely in love with Mara Hoffman's Spring/Summer 2011 Swimwear Collection.

It makes me want to fly away to a tropical island or watch a glorious sunset off of the coast of a remote beach in Africa, which is exactly what seemed to inspire her tribal collection. 

 

I am also in love with her blog http://marahoffman.com/blog/.
She posts some very unusual and abstract pictures I feel in some way I can relate to because of their fantasy yet earthy aspects . Below are three. You can also view her Spring/Summer 2011 Fashion Collection as well as preview her enchanting Fall looks






http://marahoffman.com/blog/






Fall is all about textures, vivid royal colors and amazing accessories. I know we are in spring but I can't stop myself from envisioning too far ahead..........

My heart goes out to all the victims and survivors of today's earthquake in Japan. Let us all take a minute to pray for the people of Japan and all the countries affected by the tsunamis. We never know when disaster will strike so we must appreciate all the good we can enjoy today. Realize that all that matters is our loved ones and the time we have to give and receive love. May God have mercy on us and may we have mercy on our precious earth.

CITY OF DREAMS

CITY OF DREAMS by * i dream of jeannie * on Polyvore.com
New York City. The city of dreams, sometimes sweet sometimes turbulent. My sister Lucy has left for greener pastures but the city will always need someone like her. Dreamers like us.

RAINING CHANEL

RAINING CHANEL by * i dream of jeannie * featuring summer pants
Check out these eccletic looks from Chanel 2011 Spring Collection. What really makes me sing in the rain is this Moorish inspired black & white chanel purse. So chic.

Dreams are on the horizon

Dreams are on the horizon by * i dream of jeannie * on Polyvore.com
The blending of the many beautiful colors we see at the onset of dawn and dusk signify the beginning of a new day and night just like the blending of thoughts and ideas of those dearest to us can create something spectacular.  JKLM COLLECTIVE is an expression of fours sisters using their collective ideas to see what comes about.  Come into our world..........