Weekend Learning's

Lights, feathers, frolic... loving life!

Right. I've turned over yet another new leaf. I know I know. I think this year I have literally grown a new forest of multicoloured dreams, desires and wishes. I often go back and reread old Weekend Learning's for shits and giggles. Who is that sad lonely Coco I was once? Shame! Poor girl let so many people walk all over her. Poor weak creamy doormat. Lets be strong trees of hope together? This is what I learned;

• Best friends are those you don't have to see everyday. Bumping into them and picking up where you left off like you see them before lunch, that’s rare and special, Ninglee we got it yo, big smiles!
• "The worst mistake you can make is walking away from the person who actually stood there and waited for you." - Drake.
• SPRING DAY IS TATTOO DAY! Yes Coco finally got inked. Addiction is inevitable.
• On that note, "if you wanna fly, you got to give up the shit that weighs you down." Toni Morrison. Light as a feather people, light as a feather.
• Birthday weekends for the bestie are beautiful. Happiness is knowing that you've found that perfect friend and you'll always walk in the sunshine.
• Little Dragon has, and will probably always be my favourite band. I can play them on repeat and never get sick of them. Also only Yukimi Nagano (the lead singer) can perform in a sunhat, dark round glasses and a poncho and dance like a mad possessed willow and totally make the crowd go nuts. Also I would never climb a wall and jump on the railing of a window like a monkey and almost break my arm to get a better view for ANY other band. Yes I did that for you Little Dragon, BEST concert! Wow!
• Sometimes quiet people really do have a lot to say, they're just being careful about who they open up to.
• A smart guy and I came to the realization this week that "you grow everyday and those who love you will grow with you and those who don't will lag behind." I'm okay with leaving people behind if they're too primitive to grow with me.
• Throbbing Strawberry still has the most accommodating staff! Thanks guys for adding on not one, not two, but FIVE tables for our growing party. Such great service as well! Amazing!
• "What I hate is ignorance, smallness of imagination, the eye that sees no farther than its own lashes. All things are possible. Who you are is limited only by who you think you are." Egyptian Book of the Dead.
• I can't dance alone without you.

Have a carefree and special week little seeds, grow into something strong and proud for the weekend.

Xoxo

PS. He offered me the world… no thanks I have my own, and it is fucking wonderful. 

So sad I'm not privy to your constant bitch sessions… not!
Relief! Eat a cupcake for crying in a bucket and SMILE!

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Weekend Learning's

Swing wild thing, swing.

I loved this weekend. My friends just get more and more awesome. This is what I learned.

• Quote of the Vega Showcase “I’d rather sell my boyfriend than be without my blackberry” that is exactly how I felt that night too. So I went out with the boys. Best idea ever! 
• Second Quote of the Vega Showcase “I would’ve passed if I had done this on canvas.” Sorry Multimedia kids... You’re still sexy... Prrr.
• Don’t ever think ill sit around and wait for anyone. Life’s too short.
• I have wonderful people who I work with. A Hill Billy meets Jersey Shore end of year party, raucous. 
• Sometimes peoples hidden feelings have to stay hidden. (even though they are so obvious to everyone, *bless)
• Somehow I always end up with the handcuffs and the weird parties, don’t ask.
• China Mall, raking in poor people one empty wallet at a time.
• I’m dreaming of a white décor Christmas. I cannot believe it is the first of December already.
• It scares me when people say they quit their jobs because they’d “rather be unemployed and happy than employed and unhappy.” Are you insane? And it comes up SO often. 
• In these trying times your job is your greatest assets! If you can afford to not have a job and puddle your way through everyday... Go play at the traffic please. It is sad and embarrassing especially if you live is South Africa where jobs are so rare. You. Are. Pathetic.  
• I love pool parties in Jozi, I also love being the shade for my friends, anything for you heart.
• There are angels on the dance floor, good to know you were there with us Nyks.
• Driving, singing, eating Mc Donald's, I haven’t done it in so long, its still good fun.
• Throbbing Strawberry is still the best lunch spot on a Sunday. Live music. Sunshine. Wine. Friends. The Japanese mayo you order on the side is even free, that is how you keep your customers coming. 
• I believe in good people. My friends prove they are out there, and no you cannot have them. Mine. Mine. Mine. 

Xoxo

PS. Life is too short to give another minute to anyone or anything that doesn’t make you happy or their number one. Me number two? WHAHAHAHAHA. Moving on. 

I LOVE THIS SHIZ!

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Weekend Learning's

A good weekend goes a long way.

My weekend again started on Thursday with the opening of Sharon Sampson’s Studio. The evening was a great success and a perfect diving board to the weekend. This is what I learned;

• Art is still one of my favourite things. Culture is a rare and special thing in this modern-day rat race. It scares me how many people know nothing about art and the up-and-coming local talent we have in South Africa.
• The fact that my friends came to support my family means more to me than they’ll ever know.
• I cannot believe how grown up my little sister is, and so beautiful and smart as well ♥
• It does not matter how slow you go as long as you do not stop.
• I know I can always rely on Hand and the amazing people who work there. I can honestly say I love going there.
• Missibaba (who had a popup store at Hand on Saturday) has become a renowned name. The palette, range and depth of the leather goods and design are amazing. I bought myself a little number I will blog about soon.
• Protea’s, gosh I cannot stop loving them! They make my heart and my room smile.
• The Patisserie in Illovo is a great little coffee spot to sip on cappuccinos, eat cheesecake and get a hand tickle... not from the waiters, just the company you take.
• Going to Panyaza, a Shabeen in the depth of Soweto is awesome, I love Jozi culture.
• Having a whole bottle of Captain Morgan dropped on my toe made for interesting dance moves. Ouch, hope its not broke.
• Kings of Leon, I was a fan from the very beginning, now I’m just more in love with the band and the music, you’re awesome. Best concert EVER. Jared, I'll call you later.
• The smell of Eucalyptus after the rain is amazing and freshly delicious.
• Sunday lunch at Throbbing Strawberry with a special girl, the Rocketeers, and great food and vino is my idea of the perfect day. x

Xoxo

PS. Remember the compliments you receive and forget the insults.

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