Wednesday, June 30, 2010

she who lives

And, after a VERY long hiatus, I'm back...




My life. Has been a complete tornado since you've last seen me. Everything, whirling, unstoppable, spinning around each other in beautiful chaos. Moving in every direction, but most importantly, moving. When's the last time I've felt this fulfilled? I couldn't even tell you. But it's about time. It's strange, too, that in the midst of what I would definitely consider to be the greatest trials that have come my way, there are, growing among the weeds, the most wonderful experiences. Would you believe me if I told you that I've changed so much in one month?

While not having the best year during school, I somehow find that my career is exploding faster than a shaken up soda can - FIZZ and POP, there you have it! I'm suddenly working for a latex couture designer I had blogged about so long ago here. During my stay at the Philippines, though it was cut short due to a sudden internship opportunity, I realized just how wonderful family really is. Being raised in America, it's all about individuality, individuality, individuality. While that's all good and dandy, it's easy to forget the importance of the solid support factor you'll find in family. Even my communication with my parents has improved drastically, and I didn't think there was anything really wrong. Truth is, I'd just been ignoring it. Yet, at the peak of our problems, all defenses were broken down and what's left is fresh ground to rebuild on. In addition, even my love life has taken a turn. And though it's far from being anything sure or stable, I can't help but to enjoy every moment I have with it. What else can I do?

This is life - so live it.



Ai

Monday, June 28, 2010

Summer Days



It's a new day, time to start over. Here is Summer Mix 2, much mellower than than the first. It starts with the beautifully lyrical Memoryhouse, works it's way into relaxing pop alternative Matt Pond, takes a turn for the eccentric with Icelandic Sigur Ros, gives a peek to beautiful thick layers of piercing falsetto with James Mcmorrow, and finally ends with the haunting lyrics of Freelance Whales.

Listen to this on the road as you're traveling far away, away from everything. Relax and breathe in the cool air.
Laugh and move on.

R.Dearlove

Wednesday, June 16, 2010

New York Summer, I Wish.

Oh New York, how far away you truly are. I miss you terribly. I miss the people, I miss the noise, I miss the chaos and the beautiful moments I used to find myself in. Two more months away is much too long. I will find a way back sooner in order to keep sane. So here I am, feeling nostalgic and wanting so badly to see my Alex and Aisha, my Amanda and Kristen and everyone else so far away. I'm writing this after seeing this unbelievable picture blog that posted all about New York. It left me craving a city walk through the farmers market in Union Square, a stroll through the Meatpacking district and on the Highline, and finally, a night on the town with the girls.

"I love New York on summer afternoons when everyone’s away. There’s something very sensuous about it - overripe, as if all sorts of funny fruits were going to fall into your hands." Great Gatsby


A perfect song for the summer by a new artist, Magic Kids. True Panther announced that their debut album will be called Memphis and will be reduced August 24th.
Summer - Magic Kids



R. Dearlove

Thursday, June 10, 2010

They're Just Thoughts, So Go Ahead and Speak.

"I'm back for good, I promise."


... And I really am this time. Lately, so many ideas have circulated my mind but nothing I really cared to write about. Some topics too personal, others just too mundane to share. Well what I have today is the first of the many summer mixes that can be easily downloaded to your iTunes. A combination of classic and eccentric, these songs are a perfect mix for the many summer endeavors you may encounter.

1st Summer Mix
Animal - Neon Trees
You've Got The Love - The Very Best (The XX & Florence + The Machine Overdub)
oOOoOOo - Oberhofer
Mexican Mavis - Boy & Bear
Souls Of Gold - Sister Crayon
Mouthful Of Diamonds - Phantogram
What You Know (LightsoverLA Remix) - Two Door Cinema Club
Kiara - Bonobo
Celestica (Professor Purple Remix) - Crystal Castles
Living/Breathing - Mesita
John Wayne Gacy Jr. / Specialize (Feat. Pete Rock & & CL Smooth) - Tor / Sufjan Stevens
Who Knows Who Cares - Local Natives
Timshel - Mumford & Sons

Happy Summer,
R.Dearlove