I worked on this logo and brand treatment for Nimmy, Saustra & Tallie Designs in exchange for a wonderful one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry! Ms.DaNelle “Nikki” Jenkins makes jewelry that is know for it’s uniqueness. Speaking of which, the unique name of her jewelry design studio came to her in a dream. Nimmy is an Indian word for smiling eyes and from the dirt (creation) and happiness. Saustra reminds her of sister and sisterhood and dance. And Tallie is like little one or tag-along and stands for her more playful, childlike side.

Cranberry Brooch, Elephants on Safari necklace & earrings

Her jewelry is very organic and flowing as is she, a Women’s Health Administrator by day and mixed media jewlry artist, Bali dancer, and model by… whenever she has time. Nikki’s work is very unique and inspiring! Check out her esty site for more of her wares

Yoga Motion, originally uploaded by jmurphpix.

This morning, I stretched. I guess I do each and every morning but this morning was a bit different. Actually the last few weeks I have been stretching in ways of which I am mindful of my growth and hopeful for consistent positive change in my life.

In life we (hopefully) grow to move and be flexible in different situations, to learn from each stretch, what brings more pressure to us and what actually relieves us. I had been practicing meditation for years and just recently picked up yoga truly and it has been a practice of mental and spiritual growth. I loved meditation but yoga really takes it to a tactical level for me. Being mindful of the feelings and pushing anyways. Another lesson learned in Seattle. Another reason to love this town… full of yoga studios. And opportunities to stretch and grow!

Think about how you can stretch yourself today and feel the comfort and discomfort in that act of growing yourself. And enjoy it

Remedy. (58/365), originally uploaded by Vitaliy P..

I’m in denial. I already switched my running days from Mon / Wed to Wed / Fri this week. I’m feeling alot better… but I’ve been drinking 6-8 cups a tea and blowing my nose every 5 minutes! I have been taking my Wellness Formula (a miracle cure), drinking my Gypsy Cold Cure tea, and using my Neti Pot every night. Not to mention all the other vitamins I take. I’m hoping to only need one more early to bed watching movies talking on the phone night… cause I really want to get on with my life.

Let’s just hope I survive today, I’m almost ready to crawl into bed right now… guess it’s time for more tea

Happy Halloween!, originally uploaded by Philosopher Queen.

This day in Seattle is warm, sunny and perfect. I’ve been busy all day working on logos, meetings, and getting a peek here and there of sun light. Before take a nap to rest up for the festivities tonight.

Have a fun, safe Halloween!

My orange action book from Behance just came in the mail. I’m soo excited. I’ll be creatively organized in no time. I’ve already plotted down some goals for my “32 before I’m 33 list” and jogged down notes and sketches for Nimmy Saustra & Tallie designs logo. It’s been my best bud these first few days

Check out the spread:

Also got some cute action stickers for my planner:

Goodbye, PI, originally uploaded by JamesMalone.

I’d have loved to have taken this picture! The Seattle PI closed it’s offices and only now runs the online newspaper. There were hundreds of paper vending machines, empty for weeks. They’re mostly all removed now.

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