Sometimes, all you need is 5 minutes of complete honesty. With yourself, with her, with him…

And what would you say?
Would it repair a broken heart? A broken friendship?
Would it give you closure or understanding?
Would it make you feel better for leaving it behind or worse, wishing you still had it?
But what would you say, really? Do you even know?
Would you cry? Would you scream? Would you hug and kiss and vow to never let it get that way again?
And would it?
Would you be able to maintain the mend? Or would it come together just to fall apart again?
Was it a misunderstanding? A betrayal? A moment of insanity.

Whatever it was, if 5 minutes would help, shouldn’t you be brave enough-honest enough- to have it?

Happy Tuesday everyone! Two days until Thanksgiving!

Put a little fire in your love. And a little love in your heart.

Today I believe:

That sometimes wanting something isn't enough-
that (sometimes) you have to ask for it.

That a brisk morning is quite refreshing after a dark, rainy day.

Just the aroma of chai tea can brighten my morning.

That email is great and all-but snail mail has an elegance
and endearing quality that cannot be transmitted
via the internet.

Christmas is my absolute favorite time of year in the city.
There's evergreen and silver and gold bulbs everywhere you look.
There are twinkliing lights adorning every building.
There's an unmistakable energy in the air.
And I love it.

Today I believe:

In the power of a latte.

In the midst of my train running late, I didn't have time to grab coffee.

Serious underestimate of my dependence on caffeine.

that Ruffles are pretty, proper, and professional.

And I love them; they make me smile.

Sunflowers brighten a room without sun.

Instantly.

the Kindle is literary-genius.

I've owned mine for two days,

and I am addicted.

What do you believe?

Today I believe...

that sometimes you are the most ready

when you realize you will never be completely ready.

Today I believe

That heavily syndicated reality tv shows can take the edge off a Cubs loss.

Accepting the future a little at a time is perfectly alright. Order my cap and gown today. Register for graduation tomorrow. Check two off the list of things to do before May 17.

In family. And that moms have an unmatched ability to make the littlest moments seem like your greatest accomplishments.

Boys reading Cosmo is way more entertaining than learning about the seven greatest orgasm tricks on my own. And that it's endearing to hear them talk about real girls.

POSTsecret is and will always be one of my favorite parts about Sunday. For exactly this reason...

Today I believe,

A best friend

... is unparalleled in wisdom, strength, and compassion.

...provides a shoulder to cry on and a heart for unconditional love.

...loves you even when you can't always do the same.

...leaves the kitchen light on, checks your covers for watermelons, and dresses you for a big date.

...stands beside you, fights for you, and is always there to fall back on.

Thank you for being my friend. I love you, Katie.

and...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Today I believe in chunky sweaters, knitted mittens, and earmuffs.

Today I believe in lunchtime camaraderie and Friday tea parties.

Today I believe that a touch of glitter goes a long way.

Today I believe in one is silver and the other gold.

Today I believe in pipeline dreams.

What do you believe today?