Saturday, July 30, 2011

we're always garden bound,

Happy Weekend love bugs,
The sun crawls in, the poet sheds his shelter, the puppy rolls by clover.  The smell of fresh bread enchants the baker's spout while the boy with lazy bones sighs for slumber.  Today is Saturday. The sky is special, and causing happy spells, while it scatters beams of heaven onto my lips.   All that grows blue inside of my brain is rejected when Summer dances. With such pleasant weather, it seems trite to choose suffering.   As my fingers press for juices in a lemon,  and my eyes wander over wagon wheels,  I sing the birds song. 


I sit here with cravings.  Cravings for the countryside, and the mountain brow, Cravings for the wild rock, and the shapely river. I am dreaming of my backside attached to an airplane.  I want to lend my hair to the ocean, while leaning towards sea creatures.  I want maps to lead me passed strangers, and even stranger languages.  I want to soften my shoes. I want to trip on foreign pebbles, and lick the plates of foreign food.   Beside the winter wood, I was born with a restless bag of bones.  I am not built for the simpleton gatherings, or the daily commute. I am garden bound.  

One day, I'll soak my temple in untried water.      Till then, I am young, and unfed. 
. . . .I must wait for my ticket. . . .
There are faraway lands I wish to comfort. There are moons I wish to coil. There are warm photographs of long-mane girls in flower gowns, I wish to become.  I watch the slides of my Mother's day. When the world was unbroken, and the girls dressed in garden splattered cloth.  Days of yore photographs seduce those who dream in flowers. How the, now vintage, fabric dance with the bodies of the frame. 

I can't play magic, and swing myself into the days of grooving. But I can, however, wear the cloths of Yesteryear.   A dress made of blooming petals, and 70's sentiments, causes me to become the long-mane girl dressed in the flower gown.    This dress, sent kindly from online vintage store Ravenous Creatures --is the chime of my closet.  The dress was tucked into a parcel, and caught my eyes two days ago.  The cloth is soft, like lamb fur, and the colors dance like a merry-go round.   As I pull the frock over my frame, I am caught,  caught by the magical tide. It's not often a dress can make you feel like home. But here, this posy-plucked uniform, tickles my spine, and brings me closer to the days of peace fingers, and radio you can sing to.   

Yesterday, Elizabeth(my peachy cousin), and the cinnamon boy stepped into the flower-decorated, water fountain sparkling, grassy park of Central Memorial.   The park is located in the pulse of the downtown. On the corner, there sits an ancient library, and sightly trees to snag your gaze.  The Park is a place to kiss the sunshine, and point your toes above water fountains.  

We wandered past bunches of petals, and statues built for the memory of airmen, and heroic people who fought for our lands. It's always nice to give our stare, and wonderment to the stories on these statues.   










We finished the day soaking our bellies with ginger ale, and smiling. Always smiling.

Thank you for lending your eyes.
((and Thank you Kimberly, and Ravenous Creatures for your support, and generous offering. xx))

Kisses !!
"Love is like the wild rose-briar; Friendship like the holly-tree. The holly is dark when the rose-briar blooms, but which will bloom most constantly?" *Emily Bronte*

what i wore
dress-  Ravenous Creatures
shoes- atseoul.com
hat- jessica simpson- ross for less $20

88 comments:

Anonymous said...

adore that dress! AND YOUR WRITING

The Fancy Teacup said...

That dress is a beautiful array of colors! You are such a darling poet.

♥, Jamie
www.TheFancyTeacup.com

chocolatefashioncoffee said...

lovely outfit! you look soo cute :)

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Carmen said...

You look so sweet! The socks are adorable with the sandals.

Carmen Ri.

Andrea said...

gorgeous outfit!

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Susanna-Cole King said...

Oh, I've been looking for the perfect wide-rimmed, black hat for a long time ... and I used to be such a "hat girl" when I was little, I need to get back to actually owning hats!

You look lovely, as you always do. Have I ever told you, I love the peppering of freckles across your nose and cheeks? I used to have freckles like that, I don't know where they went ... outgrew them I guess.

Hope you're well. <3

Caroline Ergy Erg said...

Your outfit is beautiful! The photos are just lovely. I'm really glad to have come across your blog too, it's wonderful and i'm following you back for sure!!!
xxxxx

alex said...

You write beautifully dear:) I love your outfit!

Theonlyfashionprincess said...

great shoes! and the purple socks are fab x

Sabrina T. said...

your vintage mood is sooo chic and great!I love the dress with belt and hat!well done..see u soon dear:)

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menina elegante said...

adorable dress!! You look stunning. :) x

Jessica said...

loved your photos darling! your hair looks amazing and the color of your dress = wow.

<3

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Spinner's End said...

That magical color in your socks is also available in a bright and fanciful nail polish that has caught my eye and refuses to let go. It's called "Planks to Know You" by OPI and is inspired by the shimmer in a mermaid's tail. Next time you want to tickle your fingertips I highly suggest it.
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Anisa Young said...

You are a vintage fantasy in that dress! Love it with the lavender socks! xxAnisa

Donkuri said...

I like your dress,very pretty!

herecomesthesun said...

Looking as beautiful as always x

Steffys Pros and Cons said...

yay for purple socks! they make this outfit even better than it is!

<3 steffy
Steffys Pros and Cons

ana b. said...

Oh bless! You look so adorable in these beautiful punchy colours. Like a character from a children's storybook :)

Anita said...

I love your outfit.
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Jamie Rose said...

Tons of beautiful pictures in this post! I really love the print on your dress. It's extremely 70's and awesome. Cute hat and adorable socks too.

Anonymous said...

You are a poet who should pen novels and stories and poetry. You also are beautiful, very rare. Must be good genetics or something! You are Special like the sun you talk of.

tasha faye said...

you dress beautifully and you write just as much too. <3 xxx

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Grace said...

Wow, beautiful!!!

Ana said...

Very pretty and sweet looking, I love your black hat, it alwys looks so nice on you. . . . The garden is your place to be isnt it. Your a flower child.

Charlotte Beecham said...

love your blog. Your style and vibe are great. Please check mine out and if you like follow me back !

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Julian Tanoto said...

hey Amy, thanks for your words, glad to hear that:D i love your blog too btw, u got lots of cute outfits ! <3

Journal J

Milce said...

You look like Ashley Tisdale :D
Cute outfit.

xoxo,
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Regina said...

Gorgeous outfit! I'm captivated by both of your sense of style and your inspiring way of writing. It's so poetic and beautiful. :)

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Daria said...

interesting pictures! and the look is very unusual too, love it, and the socks-wedges combo is great :)

xxx
Daria

Yasmin said...

Poetic and beautiful, that dress is amazing!
x

http://twoforjoyvintage.blogspot.com/

Kristina Lennon said...

I am very much in love with your style. Your blog is so cute and you're such an evocative writer that I'm now hooked and following via Google. The dress is beautiful and your sentiment behind it whimsically charming. Love love love it all!

K oxoxo

Ps. Thank you for your majorly sweet post comment, you're a complete doll :)

SpeakNoww17 said...

Your writing is so easy to read, i just love it. I also love the floral print of that dress! The hat was definitely the PERFECT touch :)
xoxo

Trivia said...

thank you :) nice look and pictures :)

Jaz said...

I love your dress and the whole socks+sandals thing going on. I've just started my blog, please have a look when you can/ follow me. There should be some interesting posts on the way. Thanks x

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Mariana Glez said...

Amy. Pretty.Pretty.
LOVE BLOG.

Becky said...

I love your blog!
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Chari T said...

THANKS FOR STOPPING BY!!!! LOVE THE LOOOK AND THE BLUE SOCKS....FOLLOWING YOU NOW>>>FOLLOW BACK?????
Chari T (deep fried stilettos)xx

Mira said...

Love your photos! And your dress <3

Danielle said...

I love the way you write! The dress is also so pretty, it suits you so well! I am in love with your hair!
xoxo

Danielle said...

What a darling dress! You look beautiful! And I love your long hair!

m i s s . t e a said...

i love the summery tones of your outfit and your poem ^___^ thanks for visiting my blog, following you<3 misstea & co.

lucylu. said...

wow, lovely outfit ! :) x


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Stevia said...

I love EVERYTHING in this outfit!

definitely a new follower :)

<3
http://escapesweetest.blogspot.com/

FINN said...

i love your blog!

Miranda / Summertime Den said...

This is lovely! Your blog is also very beautiful (:

Evi said...

You have a great style!!! Love your outfit....

I'm a big fan ... I visit your blog every day ;)

Evi xoxo

www.thenotebookofafashionlover.blogspot.com

Affair with my Closet said...

Hi girl!
I liked the close up photo! You're so sweet!
amazing hat too!
Kisses ~.~
Flávia Cruz from Brazil!
affairwithmycloset.blogspot.com

Raquel said...

I love your shoes and your socks!
You´re very beatiful! xD

Katie said...

Everything about this outfit is perfect, and I love your super cute freckles! xo

Kelsey said...

"One day, I'll soak my temple in untried water. Till then, I am young, and unfed.
. . . .I must wait for my ticket. . . ."

those lines, those words.. paired with that dress and outfit, pure genius and charm!! <3

xoxo

Eva Silviana said...

So lovely!! Thanks for dropping by on my blog :) Check my latest post!!

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Shoe said...

This is a beautiful blog and your outfit is gorgeous too!!

wooden heartbeat said...

love the socks and sandles and the whole outfit really!

http://www.woodenheartbeat.blogspot.com/

Milda said...

your outfit kind of reminds me of a happier goth lolli look. adore it on you, especially the colours

Lesley said...

those purple socks are the best!!

so glad i found your blog! following :)

lesleylavender.blogspot.com

Rosy (of Raindrops on Rosy) said...

I cant believe I'm THIS jealous of a girl as young as you! Oh you old soul Amy I love your writing, i love your pictures, i love everything about Flying a Kite and I mentioned this on my blog today if you wanna check it out:)

yiqin; said...

i adore the socks and heels combi!

Julian Tanoto said...

thanks for the comment! lovely dress dear, and i'm following you too now;)

Journal J

Julian Tanoto said...

thanks for the comment! lovely dress dear, and i'm following you too now;)

Journal J

Ilaria said...

I love your blog! I'm following you also on facebook and bloglovin'! Follow back if you want. :)

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Cindy Karmoko said...

lovely lovely dress you look like ashley tishdale omg!


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Celynne said...

Such a pretty dress! Love the matching socks :)

costra y ampolla said...

amy this is amazing!!

you must be the queen of 70´s style!!

LOL

Dhiana said...

70's fashion is one of my fave in history, the brilliant colors and those awesome details


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Lara said...

I love your blog :D
I am following you! Take a look at my blog and, if you want, follow me too :D

Kiss
Lara

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Hannah said...

love this outfit, socks, sandals and a floral dress: perfection


Bow Dream Nation xx

Kira said...

Cute dress

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Jazzy E (hivenn) said...

Your freckles are beautiful. x hivenn

Emma said...

cute dress, love love the wedges and hat!!! :)

xo Emma

www.fromcitytocity-emm.blogspot.com

Jo said...

gorgeous! I love the contrast between the dress and the socks. I just discovered your blog but I love your writing style.

jo @ slowcatharsis.blogspot.com

Hope Adela Pasztor said...

I love your hat; I have one just like it that I got at TJMax on sale for $7 a few years ago. Love the tie-detail on your dress collar; the colors are so bright and happy and do justice to your vibrant blogger personality! =)

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Anna said...

Hey! Thanks so much for the comment on my blog! Love the dress girl. Perf!

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Georgia Rose said...

You look beautiful as usual! Such a gorgeous dress, the fabric is amazing. Your freckles are so lovely too.

BARGAIN BEX said...

i admit it, i do. i'm totally lusting after that garden-gorgeous dress of yours up there. so much so ... that i even had to tell the tale of my garb greed over on my blog. take a look?

http://bargainbex.blogspot.com/2011/08/thou-shalt-not-covet.html

thanks for the summery sartorial inspiration - and i have no doubt i'll desperately be trying to imitate this lovely look all season :)

Stevia said...

perfection all over! :)

<3
http://escapesweetest.blogspot.com/

Joelyne said...

I really have a soft spot for florals!!!

Love the lilac socks as well. Super beautiful!

XXX

Amy from Forever Curiouser said...

your hair and hat are wonderful :)

Michaela said...

Love the dress :)


My blog
xoxo Michaela

Brittany said...

Love the writing Amy! And your tempting me to try some socks and sandals like yours!

xoxo

Violet Bella said...

thank you for the sweet comment on my blog. i see that you are on lookbook as well, i have one too. now following you dear. xo.

Katie said...

Those socks are so sweet! You look beautiful, what a smile! :)

That quote on the chalkboard is brilliant!

carlijn said...

looovely outfit!

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Addicted To Hands And Feet said...

love the pop of blue in your socks.

Laura said...

Love the combination of orange and purple!

AMINTA said...

Love the contrast of the socks and dress!! PERFECT

Carmen said...

amazing dress <3

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