A Taste of Angel Cake: Sweet Dreams

Desiderata

Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence.

As far as possible, without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.

Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and ignorant; they too have their story.

Avoid loud and aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit.

If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain and bitter, for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.

Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.

Keep interested in your own career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.

Exercise caution in your business affairs, for the world is full of trickery. But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals, and everywhere life is full of heroism.

Be yourself. Especially do not feign affection. Neither be cynical about love; for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is as perennial as the grass.

Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth.

Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.

Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here. And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.

Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be. And whatever your labours and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life, keep peace with your soul. With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world.

Be cheerful.

Strive to be happy.

Sunday, 14 March 2010

Sweet Dreams

I have a very artistic friend called Georgina I met her years ago when I modelled and appeared in a photoshoot for her. She designs beautiful bags under her brand called Evoke and always has loads of creative ideas when it comes to business of all different types.

Here are her bags

She went off the radar a bit last year and I had so much going on in my life I didn’t really keep in contact, so it was a delightful surprise when she told me that she opened a Sweet Shop.

It’s called Sweet Tooth and is in Brixton Village. She opened it in December but my busy ass only got chance to visit it a couple of weeks ago. My mum makes Jams and she is also stocking those.

You can see mums Jams on the shelves

You know when you walk into a place and it has a really nice vibe? Well this was one of them, I walked in and she had a table in the middle and children making badges as part of an activity day she was having. Then she was there looking great and just seeing her in there, doing her own thing made me feel quite proud and inspired.

It left me wondering about my own life and how I would feel if I was doing my own thing, I reflected on this post now I know that although I’m happy I am not living my dreams or feeling fulfilled. I guess its time to take stock of my life. How are you doing in yours? Are you doing everything you always wanted to do?

Yum Sweeties

This is Georgina

The shop is Sweet Tooth, Unit 66, 4th Avenue, Brixton Village, Coldharbour Lane, London, SW9 8PS

I was so busy chit chatting I forgot to buy some sweets!! – sorry Gina x

8 comments:

Keith said...: Hey Angel...How are you doing Love?
Sorry I've kind of floated off of the radar a bit...I'm starting to get around to reading and commenting on blogs again. ( I spend so much time on Facebook now it's ridiculous (smile) ) Thanks for not forgetting me and for keeping up with my blog.; 14 March 2010 at 19:49
Tiffany said...: looks like she has a bit of everything in the store. Cool Beans!!!

Tiffany
http://liferequiresmorechocolate.blogspot.com; 14 March 2010 at 20:54
♥ CG ♥ said...: This is awesome, Angel. Good to see independent businesses opening. I'm making steps towards a few goals, one day at a time at this point. Big hugs!; 14 March 2010 at 22:56
Unknown said...: Your friend seems very talented and her shop looks lovely and very inspiring.
I am not quite where I want to be in my business yet, but I am working hard at it every day and hopefully getting closer to that goal.; 16 March 2010 at 16:28
Unknown said...: This is so nice, first time here..
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please visit http://helpnigeria.blogspot.com; 16 March 2010 at 20:36
Unknown said...: This is nice,I really love the stuff your friend made.. will check it out when I come in.. First time here..
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Thanks..
Http://helpnigeria.blogspot.com; 16 March 2010 at 21:03
Myne said...: The shop looks lovely and well organised, I love that in shops. I guess with my writing, I love the direction my life is taking though this is just the beginning.

Thanks for coming to my blog.; 16 March 2010 at 23:31
Angel said...: @ Keith, I am fine my dear, it can be hard to keep up with the millions of blogs thanks for stopping by, I love reading your work so don’t worry, even if I’m not commenting I am there.

@Redbonegirl97, Yes it’s a lovely store

@ Curvy Gurl, well small steps eventually take you where you are going, I’m pleased to hear that you are en route.

@ Amanda, I cant wait until you too have a shop!

@ 2cute4U, thanks for stopping by

@ Myne Whitman, don’t worry I will be visiting your blog from now on ; 22 March 2010 at 21:39