on pursuing happiness-

i returned to my little mountain town on monday after two weeks of traveling the east coast. a friend and i started in our nation's capitol and surrounding states as we made our way down to beautiful hilton head. it was a relaxing two weeks, reminiscent of last summers trip- so much lovely! 

as our adventure came to a close in hilton head, we reflected on the past weeks of reuniting with old friends, family and the pure joy of knowing that life is indeed what you make it. you can choose the colours to paint your canvas with, but remember you only get one.

i choose friendship as my base.

and of course, tea and literature. 

as of late, i am meditating on the pursuit of happiness, the ways in which i actively seek out happiness for my life each day. it is a soul-searching of sorts as i come into contact with what truly feeds my spirit. i have decided to write down what has made me happy today. my hope is in a few weeks, months, and even years time i will accumulate a guide for self. in the moments happiness seems out of my reach, it is said guide that will serve as a rope to grab hold of and pull me up. i have so much left to learn and love. the beginnings are always the most difficult for me, so i must begin now.

happiness is...