books that make my world that much better

A collection of my favourite books from lotus marina on Vimeo.

Enjoy! x
- lotus m

P-S Next post is My Words And I's 200th post... Any ideas of ways we can celebrate?

a quote for you

This quote by John Green, perfectly sums up my life.

"That plane had TVs in the back of each seat and once we were above the clouds, Augustus and I timed it so that we started watching the same romantic comedy at the same time on our respective screens. But even though we were perfectly synchronized in our pressing of the play buttons, his movie started a couple seconds before mine, so at every funny moment, he’d laugh just as I started to hear whatever the joke was."

- John Green, ‘The Fault in Our Stars’

Artwork by Maya Pletscher

I like the way John Green writes: it's simple and it flows and you could spend years jumping from one of his chapters to the next. Above all, I like the way he can take a thought, a normal one that you would encounter every day, and rolls it around to slip it snugly into one of his novels. And you think, yes, oh my, yes, that's exactly what I've been thinking all this time, and that feeling is exactly what I wanted to express 

but I could never quite find

the right words.

a mish mash

I think it's time for a blog post.

Here are some mis-matched (mish mash, more like) of my thoughts at the moment:

- This excerpt from Susan Gilman's 'hypocrite in a poofy white dress':

'In my undying callowness and naked bid to be loved, I was endlessly reinventing my personality, nipping and tucking it here and there. [...] My personality, when I really thought about it, was a perpetual motion machine of self-invention.' This author amazes me as not only she is the just the right amount of honest and sarcastic but she writes with such ease, her words are perfectly chosen, her stories vivid and relatable. 

- I'm feeling grateful at the moment. Blessed, really. Because lately, I've actually pushed out of my comfort zone, and learnt to be more open about things. 

I've figured out that the more accepting and open one is, the more they will receive in return. For example, I've met this girl and she has stars in her eyes, and the universe in her soul. I feel like taking her hand, flipping it over, and looking at the fortune lines on her palm. i'm sure they would be different than the other fourteen year old's inner-hands, probably deeper, or thinner.

All I know is that girl is going to do great things in her life, and I am blessed to have known her.

Daehyun Kim (I see you and the sea of you) 

- I've strangely started forgetting about guys, and whether I was pretty to them, and constantly worrying about what they thought of me, and if I was giving them the wrong impression. 

I've come to the conclusion that I'm enough.

This might sound cheesy (I have the knack to sound cheesy) and to some maybe utterly crazy but I don't think I need a boyfriend or a small top that hugs my curves to be noticed. I'm me, and that should be enough.

Let's finish off with some organic, orange, hairy carrots that we bought at the Farmer's Market (just because) .

I hope you enjoy your week,
x
lotus

wild typewritten pages i

The Hunger Games. 

There. I said it. It is the most awesomest phenomenalest greatest coolest actionpackedest bestest book ever! And it is my baby. And I love it so. It has become and obsession of mine. Would you like to know the best feeling in the world? Curling up with the red hard cover book Jess lent me, the one with the black mocking jay on the front and reading for hours and hours, and giggling, crying, smiling and aching for these realistic characters. Entering the world, the sad, but wonderful world of Katniss Everdeen, aged 16, a strong, passionate fighter; who is fighting to be free, alongside Gale (whom I have a not-so-secret crush on) and Peeta, her best friend and lover -- though she hasn't decided which is which (Jacob vs Edward anybody?).

Sigh.

Anyways, don't mind me looking out into the distance dreaming up fantasies, mainly involving Gale. On to some other news -- because it has been a while since I have posted on my blog -- I am writing a book at the moment, it is called 'The Wild Written Pages' and it documents my life. It documents my thoughts and my dreams, it is a piece of me to be read when I am twenty something and I thought I was just 'so cute'. Pah, I'm not cute. Since it's super private, I'll only be sharing parts of it here. So, here it goes:

At our Deli, every Friday, there is this girl that has pale red hair and green eyes. She is the sort of person that you can’t help but admire. She is very delicate and her hair is always in a loose bun that peeks under her ‘Deli’ cap. She smiles a lot and seems to like her job. She seems to be soaking in the scents of fresh olives and Parmesan cheese, the sights of the perfectly round, and slightly fury peaches and the aura of each person. Anouk and I call her the ‘Pretty Girl’. I bet that at 6:45 PM she slowly unties her black apron, folds it carefully and with it in her hand she walks to her boss, and say ‘Mike, is there anything else I can do?’ and he would shake his head ‘No, you enjoy your Friday evening, hon, you’ve done enough’. She would smile, say bye to the Deli, and walk off in her T-Shirt and skinny jeans. She would jump in her parent’s old dark green car, back up, and drive off. She would put on one of her favourite CDs and dance to the rhythm of the music. Then, she would park at her apartment, hop out, grab her handbag and fumble with the keys. Once she’d be in, she would flop down on her couch and grab one of the numerous books she owned – a worn copy of the ‘Hunger Games’, open it and start reading, reading and reading far into the night she would read.

I wonder if, in the future, someone might think about me as the girl who sits on the parks’ bench reading every Saturday or that young woman who works at the Movies for a bit of money and smiles to everyone who asks for a ticket… Someone they could look up to.

Hope you liked it! Be excited, because far more little snippets to come. (This does NOT mean I'm abandoning 'My Words And I', I'm just trying out something new)

Love, and popcorn,

~ Lotus

the last day of summer

Back to school it is. I spent the last day painting my nails, removing the nail polish and painting them again -- that's what stress does to you. But nonetheless it was what I call a sunshiney day. I invited two of my closest friends over and we had a very long talk about the in's and out's of every subject and of school. Not to mention a whole lot of singstar (ABBA anybody?) -- my throat is killing me and yum chocolate brownies. I captured today with a ton of pictures with the help of my Nikon. Every time I hold it I feel all happy, and fuzzy.

My holidays have not been all popsicles and smiles but I'm okay -- I always am. And on this happy merry note, I look school in the eye and say "Bring it".

Thanks for your lovely comments -- I love you all.

With coloured pencils and pineapples,

Lotus.

Guest Post || Sophie

I have Sophie here with me at school, we have a break, so I've decided to ask her personality questions:

What do you like to do on a rainy afternoon?

I'd like to read books or put a hoodie on and go outside and enjoy the rain.

Do you enjoy photography?

I don't have a camera and don't take many pictures, but I do enjoy looking at inspiring pictures, like the ones on Zoé's blog!

What are some of your favourite songs?

I like "Your love is my drug" by Kei$ha and "Animal" also by her.

So you have a moto, or an inspiring group of words you would like to share?

"Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass but learning to dance in the rain", and my other one "Keep going there is always good ahead" which means that every day there will always be something nice that will make your day, even if you don't know about it yet. 

What is your favourite herb, flower or plant?
{She's quite into herbal medicine :) }

I like, lavender because if its' medical uses and it smells nice. I also really love snow drops.

Which holiday (Easter, Christmas or your Birthday) do you prefer?

Christmas is probably my favourite because you get to receive chocolate, toys and other fun things and others too, so you can enjoy your presents together. 

Do you wear jewelry? What is your favourite item?

If I wear jewelry it would be simple, pretty and meaningful to me - with a sentimental value. I would wear it almost always and would keep great care of it. I love charms and pendants, so necklaces.


Lastly what is the genre of book that you prefer?

Mythology and Adventure. Also Fantasy. Such as Harry Potter (7) & Percy Jackson.

Thank you Sophie! You have been awesome! Thanks for giving my blog a moment of your time.

Thanks, it's an honor to be on your blog.

Challenge || 4 Books

10 Day Challenge || 4 Books



Ah, this will be so hard.. Before I start I would like to say that it is IMPOSSIBLE to choose your fave book. Even your top 4. So, do not take it personally other books, I love you equally.

4. "Alice In Wonderland". Every sequal, version or illustration!
3. "The Keepers"
2. Harry Potters
1."One Whole And Perfect Day"

If you are not satisfied with this list (I understand, only 4!!) then, visit my profile.

10 Day *You* Challenge

Hello again,

I have been tagged by Sonshu for a personality challenge. Over 10 days, I have to post:
















I tag Arianna, Polka Dot, Alice, Rita XOXO and Sukanya. I have followed these people's blog with interest and would love for them to participate!
Also, if anyone else is interested, feel free!

~ Zoé

A Beautiful book, delicious brownies and other nice things.

I am reading a gorgeous book. Normally I only read books once. It's not that I don't enjoy them, it's just I think that there are too many books out there, so one time is usually enough. This book I read twice. :O
The book is called "The little Princess". The classic. I find it sad and beautiful, well written and everything is described in the prettiest way. This book is one of my all time favourite.
Below are pictures of scenes in the two movies that were based on "The little Princess". I have not really seen the second one, but I find that the photographs give a good idea of the actual story.

I love Sara in the  book. She is a solemn bright eyed little girl who loves to tell stories. And Emily, Sara's porcelain doll is lovely. They both have a great variety of clothes and "frocks". Ranging from large soft, decorated hats to silk, rosy pink dresses. Emily is the closest thing that Sara has to a friend when she arrives to Ms. Minchin's school.

I know I will always have a soft spot for this wonderful book. And it will always ache, for Sara's misadventures.














Now, if by any chance, you want borrow "The little Princess", you HAVE TO, and I insist, make these brownies to go with it. As the story is a bit sad, these will cheer you up.

[This is actually a pic I found on the web, my camera wasn't working, so I couldn't take
a picture of the ones I made... No that's not true, I ate them too quickly, but shhh..]

http://www.femail.com.au/csr-double-chocolate-fudge-brownies.htm for the recipe.

Okay, well, this is all from me now,

Have a nice week! :D

And to certain people who are in Tahiti, have fun! :) *grins*

Love,

Zoé