BEDM Challenge: Day 25 Like A Bright Star

I think the blog every day challenge has been really good for me because I have actually been finding it easier to write. Before the challenge writing a blog post was an ordeal that needed to be carefully planned out with a day dedicated to it, but now I can do it fairly painlessly. Day 25's prompt:

"Something someone told you about yourself that you'll never forget (good or bad)"

When I sat down to think of what to write for this blog post I immediately knew what I wanted to write. I have no idea why, but the words of an ex-boyfriend came to mind and despite all the things that others have said to be his words kept ringing in my ears.

"You are like a bright star that burns too brightly for other people to catch."

Image courtesy of christmashat, here.

I literally have NO IDEA why this kept popping in my head today because it honestly hasn't come to mind in forever, but it was one of those moments of honesty and sincerity, and I think that's why it came to mind.

Oddly enough his words were part of the inspiration that I needed to stay AWAY from him when our relationship went south. Funny how that works, huh?

What's something memorable that someone told you and how did it affect you? I'm sure that it played significant part of your life, but did it help you make a life changing decision like it did for me? 

Things I love: Inspiration

Today I wanted to share some beautiful inspiration in the form of three lovely desktop wallpapers. I constantly have my mac open and I always appreciate a fresh, monthly background to help keep my creative side happy. Here is a little round-up for my top 3 desktop wallpapers/designers for April. I can always count on these ladies to deliver and I am a regular user and fan of their work!

Oana Befort is a talented designer, photographer, blogger, and all around crafty lady! Whenever I need a little inspiration I can hit Oana's blog and find something to get me feeling creative. Plus, she is wonderful at sharing her talent in great freebies! I am excited to share her April background with all of you and I hope you all fall in love with her work just like I have.

My current background!

August Every Month is a stunning blog run by Samantha August, a very talented designer with an eye for photography and fashion. August Every Month has a special place in my heart and I make sure to swing by regularly to see what new pretties Samantha has shared.

Going Home to Roost is a new favorite of mine and since finding it I have happily spent more than a little time (HOURS) going through all of the great content on the blog. Bonnie runs Going Home to Roost and she has a definite talent for design, crafting, and food! I recently joined her Roost Tribe, and I beyond excited to see what I will learn and who I will meet as a result.

I hope that you all enjoy this sample of my favorite internet inspiration, and most of all I hope that you take the time to swing by each of these talented ladies' blogs and fall in love just like I have.

Things I love : Luxy Hair

When it comes to beautiful hair and lovely tutorials that make me spend the day locked in the bathroom armed with rubber bands and bobby pins, Luxy Hair takes the cake! Here is a great video on how to get a versatile and eye-catching layered twist braid.

Luxy Hair is the product of two creative and lovely sisters, Mimi and Leyla, with a passion for hair. Dissatisfied with the price and availability of quality hair extensions, the sisters set out to create quality products for a growing audience of hair lovers everywhere.

Visit Luxy Hair's website here and their amazing youtube channel packed full of tutorials here.