The Pursuit of Hippieness

travelling. cooking. yoga-ing. playing dress-up. getting lost in nature. aspiring to live a beautiful life.

{mantra of the week} : let the sunshine in.

Good morning! The theme of this week is going to be positivity. I’ve basically dubbed this summer my “problem-solving summer”; in other words, I have a lot of things to tackle and a lot of loose...

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this guy.

He’s just the best. The latest and greatest is that he has a way of talking me off of a ledge when I’m “contemplating” (read: being an irrational wreck about) my future. Happy Father’s Day, Dad. I...

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two.

Another year gone by. I think this year marked a change in this space, particularly in the last few months. It has become less of a focus in my life and more of a supplement. I struggled with this...

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13 things I inexplicably love about New York.

My ode to my favorite place in the world. The whiff of fresh coffee on chilly streets at 7 o’clock AM. The sudden glow of the subway as it approaches the station. Washington Square Park on a summer...

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open for business.

I just wanted to let you all know that I have just opened shop on Society6, one of my favorite online artist communities. If not to check out my stuff, go on the website to see the other incredible...

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mantra of the week.

A beautiful Buddhist quote by Thich Thien-An to unofficially kick off the new season. We often look to meditation as a way to calm and quiet the mind, but I often love to let my thoughts run wild...

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how to: make perfect zucchini noodles.

The idea that zucchini ribbons can replace pasta isn’t exactly revolutionary or new to the healthy eating world, but at the same time, can pasta really be replaced? I’ve tried many recipes and...

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inspiration: hilma af klint.

One of the [many] highlights of my trip to Stockholm was Moderna Museet, the modern art museum. There was an incredible exhibition there featuring the work of Hilma af Klint. I had never heard of...

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growing up. {changes, updates, and such.}

Ahh, this post. How do I begin. I have a lot going on in the coming days, weeks, and, well, months. I’m going to be going through a lot of change, some of which is really sad and hard but all of...

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prayers.

prayers with those in oklahoma and everyone affected by the tornadoes there. sometimes life (and nature) are so unfair. xoxo

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mantra of the week.

My favorite in a while (or perhaps ever?), by the brilliant Patti Smith. I would expect nothing less; she’s basically the coolest lady ever. I’m officially back home! Aside from a loong day on...

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balila hummus.

Remember my obsession with my neighborhood Lebanese restaurant? Seriously, I miss it already, and I haven’t even left yet. But one of the things I can take home with me is my newfound love of...

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exploring paris: pere lachaise.

Père Lachaise has been on my “pilgrimage” list for a few reasons; re-enacting a portrait of my mom is one, and visiting a few graves of the many incredible people is another. My trip to the famous...

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an outfit a week: in homage.

Sunday was beautiful, so I dragged Sara with me to Père Lachaise cemetery, which I’ve been dying to visit the entire time I’ve been here. Jacket, Catherine Malandrino. Tee, LNA. Pants, Sanctuary....

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mantra of the week: paris, je t’aime.

I spent a significant amount of time today looking for quotes that could sum up how I’m feeling right now, and surprise! I couldn’t. These are mixed emotions to a T. On one hand, I am so ready to...

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to my favorite person.

Dear Maman, I am so incredibly blessed to be your daughter. Being in Paris has been so special for me these past few months, not just because it is an incredible opportunity, but also because I...

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inspiration: maman.

Because she’s basically the coolest person I know.

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how to: travel on a budget in europe.

One of the great things about Europe is the proximity of hundreds of incredible places to see. Getting here isn’t always the easiest (or cheapest) thing, but once you’re here, making the most of...

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reflections: travel.

Now that my travels have come to an end, I’m thinking a lot about where I went and what I had the opportunity to see. Last night I started putting together a new travel page for the site, which...

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exploring paris: giverny

Technically, Giverny is an hour outside of Paris. But as it makes a lovely day trip, I thought I’d include it as a “must-do”. I’ll start this off anecdotal-style: One of my favorite books when I...

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mantra of the week

- Joseph Campbell Less than two weeks left. I can’t get over it. It would be really easy to fall into a pattern this week of planning everything I “need” to get done/see before I leave, but I’m...

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lost in the park.

Parc Guell, that is. Lost in the wilderness. In Barcelona.

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detox sangria.

Now that I am officially travelled out, I have been enjoying some much needed r&r back in Paris. Most of my friends are still out travelling for the next couple of days, so I’m taking this...

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travel diary: barcelona

The last of my travel diaries (for now). Sigh. Highlights: Barcelona is so beautiful. For my entire time in the city, the rain was torrential and the temperatures were chilly; even so, I was blown...

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accessory spotlight: my new favorite bag.

In lieu of an outfit a week post, I thought I’d highlight one of the best purchases I’ve made in a long time (travel not included, of course). Upon arriving in Stockholm, we were making our way...

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mantra {and goal} of the week

{Paul Gauguin} I’ve always had extremely vivid dreams, and to this day have extremely vivid memories of some of the dreams that I have had throughout my life, even as a young child, to the point...

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travel diary: stockholm

You guys. This place. Stockholm was a dream. I’ve been so lucky to visit so many beautiful places, but this is the first city in which I could truly see myself living one day. And beauty it does...

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bircher muesli.

When I was in Switzerland a few weeks ago, this was served at one of the restaurants where we ate breakfast one morning. It’s a national specialty there, and the best part about it is that it is...

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la bougeotte: spring siesta

This may or may not be my last hurrah travel-wise, so I’m excited to make it count. Which means I’ll be spending part of my spring break in… Barcelona! Can’t wait! I’ll be there a full four days...

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{mantra of the week} : let the sunshine in.

this guy.

two.

13 things I inexplicably love about New York.

open for business.

mantra of the week.

how to: make perfect zucchini noodles.

inspiration: hilma af klint.

growing up. {changes, updates, and such.}

prayers.

mantra of the week.

balila hummus.

exploring paris: pere lachaise.

an outfit a week: in homage.

mantra of the week: paris, je t’aime.

to my favorite person.

inspiration: maman.

how to: travel on a budget in europe.

reflections: travel.

exploring paris: giverny

mantra of the week

lost in the park.

detox sangria.

travel diary: barcelona

accessory spotlight: my new favorite bag.

mantra {and goal} of the week

travel diary: stockholm

bircher muesli.

la bougeotte: spring siesta

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