Happy Thanksgiving Everybody! 

It's thanksgiving in a couple of days already! I'm glad I get to take a mini vacation soon since life has been pretty hectic. For the past week I had the chance to be apart of a short movie and see behind the scenes. So many people have such romantic views about filmmaking but when you get to see how much work it requires, it ain´t that glamorous anymore. Of course, I still want to continue on this journey and learn everything about producing films! I am still working on the project that we shot by the coast too. After these projects are done, I will have more time and energy to focus on other things as well.

I haven't forgotten one of my passions either. Fashion! I can't help but love all things beautiful and aesthetically intriguing. Dressing up for me is like art and I like to do experiments with different styles. This hat is one of my favs and it goes so well with fall colors. The dress is from Ivana Helsinki and I just think it is absolutely lovely. My Chie Miharas fit well and give a spark of edginess to the outfit. We photographed these pics already in august and I actually forgot I had these, so here you go! 

Just a quick thought on thankfulness. As most of us know, studies show that we can deliberately cultivate gratitude and can increase our well-being and happiness by doing so. Gratefulness and especially the expression of it to others, is associated with increased energy, optimism and empathy. Research also suggest that one of the reasons why being grateful feels so good, is it helps to kick-start a cycle of positive vibes. Isn't it interesting that when we start being grateful, we're more likely to feel positive in the minutes or months ahead. And the people around us can feel it too. I don´t think we can ever talk too much about the importance of being grateful! This life is too short for not being grateful for every moment aye?

Intricately yours,

Marjo

Photos by Tim Kiukas

Greetings from the coast!

Life has been very busy for the past two weeks. But all is well and I am living in such a deep gratitude! Here is a quick update. Two weeks ago we went to the coast to shoot a video and do stills for our new project. Me and Annette drove there through Redwood forest(I love those trees, they are so magnificent!) a day before the rest of the crew arrived. First we went to Patrick's Point and we actually ended up shooting the project there eventually. It was a blast! I'm not allowed to release anything to do with it yet, but you will see it for sure when it is ready. We are really excited about the project! There will be a video, story book and instructional video, all coming soon.

Another place we visited is called Fern Canyon. To get there, you have to drive through a dark and mystical forest with puddles of water on the road... it was a fun adventure! Though I would recommend anybody that wants to drive there, to have a 4-wheel drive. Annette's car didn't get stuck on the road but we did wish we had a proper Jeep under us. I also wish we had had more time to hike and seek hidden places. There's just so many places by the coast that are full of wonders! Annette captured some beautiful moments during our trip and I wanted to share them with you. I also have bunch of photos that I will probably post later on. The coast is one of my favorite places in the world; my mind, soul and spirit always gets refreshed in places like that.

The beige sweater is from Zara and it is one of my favs especially when it gets colder. It was perfect for this weather. I was also surprised, how good my new Dr. Martens were in my feet, considering it was a long day and a lot of hiking and climbing..

I hope all of you are doing well and thank you for being you! The world needs you. I believe we must find the time to stop and thank the people who make a difference in our lives. Thank you friends and family for loving me and believing in me. A special thank you for my dad, I wouldn't be who I am without you! Lots of love to you all!

Intricately yours,

Marjo

Photos by Annette Biggers