GEMILY SAYS....

gemily says....

• traveling is wonderful.  see the world.  go on adventures.  take advantage of opportunities that are presented to you.
• traveling makes people sick.  bacteria, anxiety, and exhaustion make returning from traveling less enjoyable.  
• there is nothing more wonderful than your own bed.  period. 
• eating and drinking whatever you want in italy is okay as long as you keep walking! :)
• unpacking is not fun. 

GEMILY SAYS....

gemily says...

• spending time with an old friend feels like home.  
• quirkiness is okay.  it makes you who you are.
• planning ahead is good.  not knowing until the last minute can be stressful.
• you're never too old for pb & j.
• time flies when you're having fun!!

GEMILY SAYS....

yes, that's right folks, gemily is back.  and she has a few things she wants, no NEEDS, to share.

gemily says:

• do NOT leave the last sip of tea with milk in your travel mug over night.  or over three nights.  it does NOT smell nice.
• speaking of bad smells, TOMS are comfy and cute but begin to smell quite ripe after multiple wears.
• visits from friends are good for the soul.
• tea parties (daily) are also good for the soul.
• getting enough iron in your diet is quite tricky!  there are few foods that are iron rich and many rules about when you should eat said foods.  

gemily says....

gemily says...

• change is good.  even though it can be scary, it's good for you. 

• cats are good for the soul.  and the heart.
• do something artistic.  the final product is always worth it!
• believe in yourself.  you can do it.  (put your back into it!)  there are times in our lives when we give up or build a wall or make excuses but a little self confidence goes a long way!  accept the challenge and kick it in the butt!!!!!!
• laundry never goes away.  just when you think you're there....or halfway there....it comes back to haunt you!

gemily says....

gemily says...

• surround yourself with good people.
• celebrate the little victories and keep reaching for the bigger ones.
• don't take medication if you aren't sure what it is.  investigate.  read up.  be sure.
• wear pj's.  often and in public.  and at a pj party with friends!

• know (or learn) how to receive a compliment.  be proud of your accomplishment and the fact that others are acknowledging you.

gemily says....

gemily says...

• be careful what you use to wipe your face.  you could end up looking like a clown!
• you know your friend is a good friend when even after time has passed, it's just like you saw each other yesterday.  
• don't be afraid to talk...to anyone who will listen...when you need to get something off your chest!
• in moments of "black and white" your friends will always have your "grey" areas covered!
• never stop exploring.

gemily says....

gemily says...

• if you need to get your work done, lock yourself in your room,set small goals, and GET 'ER DONE! 
• it's possible to miss someone, even if they just left.
• time flies when you're having fun WITH GUESTS!

• mold is not cool.  
• egypt still needs your thoughts and prayers....still a long way to go for them...

well if gemily says...

 remember how last week gemily said to do something new...like a cooking class or something...??  WELL.....that's exactly what we did!!!  we went to a cooking class in D1 with Rita, Ted, and Valerie.  It was lots of fun and i'm pretty much a chef now.  check out the pics from our afternoon...

gemily says...

gemily says...

• don't claim you're going to do something that you have no intention of doing.  it's just not nice.  (on that note, sorry i forgot about 'gemily says' this week! ah!)
• hug someone today.  it feels so good to be hugged!

• the week before a holiday is always crazy.  try to make it GOOD crazy!
• getting sick the week before a holiday is not fun.  do your best to avoid this at all cost.
• expect the unexpected...and then RUN with it!

gemily says....

gemily says....

• don't leave your phone on your desk when you leave your room.  it may or may not get taken...
• being told that your zodiac sign has changed after your ENTIRE life is strange...
• pedicures are good for your soul.  so are good friends.  
• sometimes it's good to step outside of your comfort zone...no matter how stubborn you are....
• try something new today.  like a cooking class or yoga class.

introducing...

'gemily says' sundays.

what:  random thoughts/tips from gemily (not necessarily emily...)

when:  every sunday, starting next week

why:  cause when i acquired the nickname 'gemily' on our sri lanks trip, we thought it would be funny

where: on my blog...

who:  well gemily will write...and YOU will read...

see you next sunday, january 16, 2011 for the first installment!