This graphic deftly describes a lot of my life lately. My entire world is a blur at the moment by no fault but my own. I'm the one spinning it around and around, after all. I change my mind every 2 seconds. I'm making mistakes. I've been really, really sick for the past two months--first a kidney infection and now bronchitis. I'm still playing catch up with moving expenses and learning how to budget living alone.

But there are glimmers of happy, too. I'm smiling more often than not. I have some AMAZING friends and family rooting for me. I'm gearing up for the school semester in the fall. I've become a master at shopping at the Dollar Tree {no shame}. I've lost a bunch of weight {probably due to stress and being sick, but I'll take it} and I have some fun little trips coming up with people I adore. I'm slowly taking on design gigs again and miss blogging here on the regular.

I'm not perfect; things aren't perfect. At all. But there have been perfect moments and that's what I'm holding on to right now. I'm still figuring it all out.

I miss all my blogging babes, what have you guys been up to?!

In an effort to update y'all on the happenings of life as Liz lately, I'm following Lauren's lead with a little list of current events. And so without further adieu...

I have:

// Been procrastinating on unpacking the rest of my apartment. It's the worst. I have yet to hang up all of my clothes or put away dishes. It's been almost 2 weeks and its time I get my shit together and stop living out of boxes + takeout menus.

// Had my life changed by DVR. Okay, okay so life changing is a bit of an exaggeration. But srsly, I haven't had cable in years let alone a DVR box ever, so it's pretty awesome. Last night I got home after the gym and plopped down to catch up on Sunday night's episode of Game of Thrones, which I am currently obsessed with. I want to dye my hair platinum blonde, wear it in braids and tell everyone I am the Khaleesi.

// Re-focused on getting into shape. Last night I worked out at the gym for 2 hours with my cousin. A trainer made us go through a circuit of tortureworkouts and I learned a bunch of new techniques. Today, I feel like a bucket of jello and I barely have the strength to apply pressure to my gas pedal, but I guess that's the way the cookie crumbles. Mmm, cookies. I will miss thee.

// Been spending a lot of time with family + friends. In an effort to stay busy, I am constantly catching up with friendly faces and planning little trips here and there. This weekend I'm escaping to wine country and next month one of my best friends and I are wanting to visit Las Vegas. I've never been so I'm especially excited about the prospect. It will probably be a crazy couple of days.

// Made playlists of songs from some of the best times of my life. Common tracks include ones from Taking Back Sunday, Brand New, The Early November, Jimmy Eat World and Copeland. You know you went through an emo phase too.

// Not made blogging a priority {obviously}. I've been enjoying all of the above too much to actually be motivated to blog. So forgive me in advance, for the sporadic posting that may or may not happen. I'm still tweeting and posting photos to Instagram if you want to be pals on there in the meantime.

Love love love.

A lot of things have changed. The most significant being the fact that I am single again. Without going into too much detail, just know it has been the hardest decision of my life and is something that needed to happen--for the both of us. I have loved Glenn for the past 3 and a half years and still and will care about him but right now, our relationship is not making either of us happy. There is absolutely nothing fun about this and I'm just taking one day at a time.

That being said, my life has been turned upside down a bit. I had to find a new apartment in which I'm moving into as we speak. I haven't lived alone in years, but I'm excited at the prospect of having my own space again. It's in a nice part of midtown and the perfect size for me. My friend Heather Marie lives in the same complex so it will be nice to have a familiar face nearby.

I have also been thinking a lot about going back to school. I'm considering finishing up my GE and entering the nursing program. When I was younger, I used to want to be a neonatal nurse. I'll always be passionate about design and be involved in the creative industry, but this new-found freedom has inspired me to make some radical {yet beneficial} decisions for me. For the first time in years I can literally do anything I want. It's terrifying and exciting and overwhelming all at once.

I want to travel and visit family & friends more. I want to finally get that gym membership I've been running my mouth about. I want to eat healthier and listen to pop-punk on Sunday mornings just because I can.

Its going to be strange and scary learning how to be on my own again. But I know I can do it and I know there will be days like yesterday where one minute I'm fine and the next I can't breathe. It's not going to be easy but I'm sure as hell going to make sure its worth it.

I'm breaking my little blogging silence to introduce y'all to my new favorite app, Paper'd which just launched today.

Created by web goddesses Jamie & Nicole, "Paper'd is the addictive, lifestyle-inspired iOS wallpaper app that makes your device more you. Download it today (for free!) and you'll get fun, humor, inspiration, and high-end design, right at your fingertips."

The app UI is equally as gorgeous as the wallpapers themselves. Go download Paper'd for free!

01// Digging Jo's tips on designing images for your blog. She's also currently teaching a blog workshop--check it out.

02// Bri's account of this quirky Parisian restaurant makes me want to visit so badly {they make you drink wine out of baby bottles!!?}

03// If I had an unlimited wardbrobe budget I'd snatch up every single piece of LC's latest Paper Crown line.

04// Closet Visit is my favorite new blog, thanks to Cassie! I love peeking into other people's closets + homes.

05// Although I love taking pictures with my DSLR I am by no means a photographer; I'm constantly learning tricks of the trade which is why I'm really excited to follow along Camille's Photography School series and soak up some knowledge.

Feathers & Moss is a neat little shop I came across full of tiny curiosities with a big wow factor. I'm a sucker for things organized neatly, especially cool + unique stuff sorted into vintage cubbies and apothecary jars. The trinkets are unlike anything I've ever seen and I would love to own any one of them!

I rarely get political on the blog, but it's been awhile since I've felt so moved and passionate about a cause and after watching the video last night and bawling my eyes out, felt compelled to share in an effort to spread awareness.

Watch the video below. Get to know who Joseph Kony is and let's make him famous & bring him to justice.

"Nothing is more powerful than an idea whose time has come."

Do you guys know about Kara? She's pretty awesome and writes an equally awesome blog with inspiring posts such as this. I decided to borrow her idea and list out twelve little things I've learned so far in 2012. If you play along be sure to link up in the comments below so Kara and I can read about what you're learning.

02// That procrastination is the easy way out and once you just START something it's usually enough to keep you going until you finish.

03// That relationships are hard work.

04// That watching videos of animals doing silly things makes me really happy.

05// That even after so many burned/re-built bridges, cat fights & tears--I still have some of the best friends in the world and they've all had a hand in shaping the kind of person I am today.

06// That try as I might, cannot tolerate the taste of whiskey.

07// That it's okay to do absolutely nothing all day sometimes, and not feel guilty about it.

08// That I hate folding/putting away clean laundry and even though I yell at myself every single morning rummaging through piles of clean clothes on my futon...there it still sits.

09// That I'm pretty resilient.

10// That growing out my bangs is the way to go.

11// That getting up early and doing my hair + makeup really does make a difference.

12// That at the end of the day, you just have to silence all of the outside opinions and do what YOU feel is right. Because we're all different but we're all in it together.

01// Look at this inspiring simple business card design. Love!

02// Pretty much the best giveaway ever.

03// Dazzled by this amazing giant paper flower DIY.

04// Amy shared a link to this video today and now all I want in life is to own a Fennec fox.

05// Dear universe, please let me look like/be able to do this someday. {found via}

If I were leaving on a jet plane tomorrow, I'd want to be wearing something like this which is both comfortable and classy. Don't be afraid to mix patterns! The Kelly-green skinny jeans compliment the nautical long-sleeve; the floral scarf + flat shoes are sure to keep you warm and comfortable during your travels. Don't forget your headphones, e-reader, passport & chic carry-on tote to keep everything together. With a winning outfit like this, you're sure to earn your pilot wings in no time ;)

Is there something you'd like to see styled? Leave a comment or email me to let me know!