Friday, December 10, 2010

Find simplicity

{A moment of sweet sun in our new place}
Out of clutter, find simplicity.
From discord, find harmony.
In the middle of difficulty, lies opportunity.
-Albert Einstein

Although it's been a too-long workweek and I'm still finding new rhythms in a new town, we're sloowly creating order from chaos, forging new chapters. I wouldn't want it any other way.
~ Have a wonderful weekend, full of simple harmony! ~

P.S. Just for fun, has anyone seen Black Swan? I'm so intrigued!

(Black Swan image via FanPop.)
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61 comments:

  1. Yvonne - Frl. KleinDecember 10, 2010 at 1:52 AM

    Dear Jude,
    I wish you a wonderful weekend,
    we have here a lot of snow.
    Big Hugs,
    Yvonne

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  2. RowenaDecember 10, 2010 at 2:14 AM

    I've seen the trailer for Black Swan and already wish it would get shown here. Looks like an intriguing movie!

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  3. Claire KieferDecember 10, 2010 at 2:51 AM

    I'm not even a movie person and I, too, am so intrigued by Black Swan! I read a mini interview with Natalie Portman about it (who described some of the scenes as truly disturbing), which made me want to see it even more. And that shot of the table--is that really in your house? Beautiful! I can only dream of a space that uncluttered . . .

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  4. Angie WillisDecember 10, 2010 at 3:26 AM

    I love the light falling into the room in your picture, and I love its simplicity. Can't help with Black Swan though.

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  5. K and SDecember 10, 2010 at 4:00 AM

    love new adventures! have a nice weekend!

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  6. JustineDecember 10, 2010 at 8:38 AM

    Love this glimpse into your home, this looks a very inviting room. Haven't heard of this film.

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  7. THE ALTERNATIVE WIFEDecember 10, 2010 at 8:42 AM

    Oh it's so true. I recently tossed so much clutter and I feel so much lighter now.

    Hope you have a wonderful weekend, sweetie! xoxo

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  8. and flowers pick themselvesDecember 10, 2010 at 8:55 AM

    great post. i especially love the quote. glad to here your starting to find your footing :)

    haven't seen black swan yet either, but i'm also very intrigued!

    xo Alison

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  9. jeanette from everton terraceDecember 10, 2010 at 8:59 AM

    I love the light of winter and the promise of an empty room just waiting to be filled with memories. Have't seen the movie but have heard wonderful things.

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  10. AnonymousDecember 10, 2010 at 9:19 AM

    Very nice post!
    Have a nice weekend, Zondra Art

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  11. MarieDecember 10, 2010 at 9:33 AM

    Great post... got me thinking :)
    And no I haven't seen the Black Swan yet, I'm really intrigued but I'm such a chicken that it might be too scary for me...
    Wishing you a lovely weekend xxx

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  12. nooneDecember 10, 2010 at 9:49 AM

    I have no seen black swan but that does look like an awesome movie. I love Mila Kunis

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  13. a little black cloud in a dressDecember 10, 2010 at 9:51 AM

    I've been implementing simplicty wherever possible. It seems to calm me down a little when I'm stressed out. The less I have to think about the better! I haven't seen the movie, but as part of my "remain sane" project I'm going to start going to a movie every now then, so it's on my list!

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  14. BrandiDecember 10, 2010 at 9:55 AM

    Einstein was a smart one in so many ways. I'm not sure what simplicity in my life would mean right now. I can't wrap my head around anything but the immediate to do's. I'll find some real deep thinking time soon though.

    Have a gorgeous weekend, Jude!

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  15. Design ElementsDecember 10, 2010 at 10:17 AM

    Dear Jude, the quote is wonderful. I have it on my iPhone - it's the first thing I see every time I turn it on. Have a great weekend

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  16. Krysten @ Why Girls Are WeirdDecember 10, 2010 at 10:20 AM

    Black Swan looks REALLY good, I definitely want to see it!

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  17. NickiDecember 10, 2010 at 10:46 AM

    Simple is elegant! :]

    I haven't seen Black Swan, but my friend was telling me about it and I really wanna see it! It seems SUPER interesting!

    ANYWAY, I've been meaning to ask you, dear Jude... when you were in Boston, did you ever go to FLOUR BAKERY+CAFE!??!?!? They're known for their amazinggg sticky buns. Bobbly Flay even had a throwdown episode with those sticky buns and LOST! :D It's my favorite place here in Boston!

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  18. Tanya (a Taste of T)December 10, 2010 at 10:56 AM

    Beautiful! New place? Congrats!

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  19. JeannieDecember 10, 2010 at 11:26 AM

    Like the photo of your new place:) Hope you have a wonderful weekend too:D

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  20. ElisaDecember 10, 2010 at 11:41 AM

    I love how the sun is entering through your window. I can picture you sitting and enjoying your mornings. I love the quote!

    have a wonderful weekend!

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  21. UnknownDecember 10, 2010 at 11:43 AM

    amazing

    xoxo

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  22. AnnieDecember 10, 2010 at 11:55 AM

    I've always loved that Einstein quote.
    I hope you have such a wonderful weekend too! Exciting that you're in this new chapter of your life. xo

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  23. Lisa Lisa LisaDecember 10, 2010 at 12:30 PM

    I need some serious decluttering in my life!!! Between crazy work hours and then my articles for school everywhere my place is a fire hazard!

    I am interested in seeing Black Swan. I don't like the picture on the cover though, Natalie P looks ill.

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  24. AnonymousDecember 10, 2010 at 12:45 PM

    Love this
    I cannot wait too see Black Swan- divine.
    xx
    http://thehausofblog.blogspot.com/

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  25. Rosie GreyDecember 10, 2010 at 1:07 PM

    This is a great shot, Jude! Love it and I love the quote to go with it! I haven't heard of the film yet.
    Have a wonderful, well-deserved weekend!

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  26. JudeDecember 10, 2010 at 1:16 PM

    Aw, thanks for all your sweet comments!
    @Claire - yes, it's in our new place, as you can see we've a long way to go with decorating!
    @Nicole - I LOVE flour in Boston! (It was started originally by someone from Hawaii too! :))

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  27. Lisa GordonDecember 10, 2010 at 2:02 PM

    I've not seen it, but you are right, it does look intriguing. Glad you are settling in, and I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

    lisa.

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  28. AbiDecember 10, 2010 at 2:03 PM

    I haven't seen black swan. I would love to but it's been sold out each time. Hopefully soon!

    I love that quote from Albert Einstein. So true! Moving can be stressful but so exhilarating at the same time especially if it's to a completely new place. All the best. Hope you're able to settle in okay!

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  29. 20 YORK STREETDecember 10, 2010 at 2:24 PM

    Saw the behind the scenes for Black Swan so I'm pretty intrigued. Mila and Natalie are already very slim girls and yet they still had to train hard and lose weight is such commitment to their craft, will go see it!

    Wanna come with? It's snowing lots here though!

    xox

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  30. BonBon Rose Girls KristinDecember 10, 2010 at 3:08 PM

    Love that peaceful shot! And I can't WAIT to see that flick!

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  31. AnonymousDecember 10, 2010 at 3:29 PM

    Beautiful photo !
    I love to see Black Swan but it's not released yet here. We are going to see Harry Potter tonight, instead... Have a lovely weekend Jude. x

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  32. AmberDecember 10, 2010 at 5:25 PM

    no i havent seen that film yet but am dying to! Its looks crazy good. Have a lovely weekend

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  33. Jamie-Lee BurnsDecember 10, 2010 at 5:57 PM

    OMG I can't wait to see Black Swan - it sounds like it is going to be soooo good! x

    http://pagesixxx.blogspot.com/

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  34. UnknownDecember 10, 2010 at 6:12 PM

    oh no i havent seen the black swan - now im intrigued xxx

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  35. the runaway romantiqueDecember 10, 2010 at 7:17 PM

    I absolutely love that first photo. The sunlight just adds such a lovely touch to the room :)

    And no I haven't seen it! It's not out yet here in France but I've heard raves about Natalie's performance and I can't wait!

    - the runaway

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  36. Style, She WroteDecember 10, 2010 at 7:55 PM

    Love the motto Jude. Definitely something we should all seek.

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  37. Punctuation MarkDecember 10, 2010 at 8:25 PM

    have a wonderful weekend and enjoy!

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  38. little luxury listDecember 10, 2010 at 10:34 PM

    I really want to see Black Swan!

    Such a true quote too - have a great weekend!

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  39. Sara Lee BentleyDecember 11, 2010 at 7:52 AM

    New begginings are so wonderful! Did you ever see Anne of Green Gables? My favorite quote from it is that "tomorrow is always fresh with no mistakes in it." To that I'd like to add "and just great possibilites" :)

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  40. thingsIloveDecember 11, 2010 at 8:35 AM

    It looks so lovely! :)
    Have a nice weekend, darling!

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  41. Julia, the Thanksgiving GirlDecember 11, 2010 at 8:46 AM

    "In the middle of difficulty, lies opportunity" is one of my most favorite quotes!!!! :) It's a funny coinsidence, actually, since when I post a new album on facebook I always choose a quote to go with it and when the whole allergy thign happened, friends asked me for some pics... Which I posted and it was exactly teh quote I chose to go with thsi unfortunate album lol

    I'm also curious about Black Swan!

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  42. StaceyDecember 11, 2010 at 10:04 AM

    That quote is so appropriate for my own situation! Great reminder to appreciate the little things too! I definitely want to see Black Swan too! Have a great weekend! CC

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  43. ReganDecember 11, 2010 at 11:07 AM

    I love the first photo. I heard the black swan was amazing!!! <3

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  44. Ren- Lady Of The ArtsDecember 11, 2010 at 11:30 AM

    Hi Jude- the photo looks lovely- Hope you enjoyed the show- just wanted to let you know I posted your Around The World today- Hope all is well! Ren

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  45. IsabelDecember 11, 2010 at 11:55 AM

    i havent seen black swan but i want to :)

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  46. Vinda SonataDecember 11, 2010 at 12:35 PM

    amazing first picture, jude. very calming. and i can't wait to see black swan. it seems like an amazing movie, and natalie portman's in there too. i love her.

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  47. JudeDecember 11, 2010 at 1:49 PM

    Thanks so much, everyone!
    @Ren, thank you for the heads-up, so sweet of you to post it!

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  48. GintaDecember 11, 2010 at 2:51 PM

    Oh, I can't wait to see Black Swan! It looks like a perfect film for me :)

    And your place looks perfect. It's like a blank canvas and now you have a choice what to do with it :) You're lucky there's so much light in the space!

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  49. drollgirlDecember 11, 2010 at 9:23 PM

    love the quote AND the photo!

    and i heard a not-so-great review on npr, so i am not sure how fast i will be seeing that movie. i'll probably catch it on dvd!

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  50. Bombay BeautyDecember 11, 2010 at 9:32 PM

    i love it - i wish i could be so uncluttered! there is that step of moving where you miss your stuff, but then some are dissociated from it. there is some freedom in it...

    and thanks for you note on my blog. just arrived at my destination... very tired, but happy that it is warmer here than nyc/boston...

    xo bb

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  51. SigneDecember 12, 2010 at 4:45 AM

    yay, so glad you guys are setteling in :)

    and I can't wait to see Black Swan but unfortunately it doesn't release in Norway until February! boo-hoo!

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  52. Thelma FrayneDecember 13, 2010 at 4:39 AM

    I love that Einstein quote.

    And best of luck in your new place! x

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  53. kDecember 14, 2010 at 6:49 AM

    i can't wait to see this movie! And yes, best of luck in your town and house. It is exciting :) and i'm sorry i've been so MIA the past few days, just able to catch up today!

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  54. Diana MieczanDecember 14, 2010 at 3:48 PM

    I so needed this today...I love that quote:)Happy Monday, sweetie pie

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  55. thelayeredpancakeDecember 15, 2010 at 12:11 AM

    einstein is such a poet, philosopher, genius! plus he has lovely hair.
    that photographs is so beautiful,enjoy the calm before the unpacking!
    i haven't seen black swan, but this poster is such brilliant advertising. stunning cast, too! hmmm...but its too cold! i stay in the house like boo radley.

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  56. Rambles with Reese.December 15, 2010 at 9:39 AM

    I haven't yet, but it's something on my list to do. Nataline Portman is beautiful!

    xoxo

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  57. Elisa @ Crazy, Amazing LifeDecember 15, 2010 at 9:51 AM

    I haven't seen it yet but I am really intrigued too! I wonder if I can convince my husband to go see it on our day night :-)

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  58. AlisaDecember 15, 2010 at 11:59 AM

    Heard that Black Swan is incredible disturbing and leaves you with images you wish you hadn't seen. I don't do well with movies like that.

    Lovely blog.

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  59. UnknownDecember 20, 2010 at 10:19 AM

    fantastic!

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    marti

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  60. this free birdDecember 20, 2010 at 2:20 PM

    Congrats on your new place...I haven't seen Black Swan, but have heard it's pretty dark.

    oooooooh.

    xo,
    c

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  61. Oh, My DarlingDecember 22, 2010 at 9:29 AM

    Oh, what a wonderful quote!!! Also, hope that your chaos is calming down!

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