The Ripple effect
But there’s little waves a-flowing,
and there’s ripples circling yet,
to a great big wave have grown;
You’ve disturbed a mighty river
just by dropping in a stone.
– James W. Foley~
Top: Alice McCall | Jeans: Zara | Shoes: Windsor Smith | Necklace: Swarovski | Watch: The Horse
I once knew someone who told me that my recycling efforts (I’m an avid recycler haha) were in vain and that one person couldn’t make a difference. Being the optimist I am, I greatly disagreed.
If I were the only person in the world that recycled, I would still make a difference in terms of my personal contribution. Would I solve the problem? No, but I would impact it. Even if it were ever so slightly.
I would go so far as to say that the idea of ‘one person being able to make a difference’ is a concept that is designed to work collectively. If everyone in the world thought they could make a difference on a particular problem, everyone’s combined contribution would make a significant impact and could even fix the problem.
So, if you believe in something, then take action! Your little ripple could end up disturbing a mighty river!
Side note: This was the first shoot that my boyfriend helped me out with and he did a pretty good job don’t you agree?? I feel like this is the first relatively casual look I’ve done in a long time. I absolutely love the floral design on this top – it reminds me of a giant lotus flower which is very fitting to the location.
Love all your photographs!
You are absolutely beautiful :D
Wish you a lovely day
xx
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Thank you so much Patricia! That’s so lovely of you to say. Have a wonderful day too!
I think that, regardless, one person needs to try.
There’s a wonderful bit in Robert Bolt’s play “A Man for All Seasons” where the protagonist advises his protege to forget about high office and glory and be a teacher, that he’d be a good teacher, maybe a great one. But who would KNOW? moans the protege. More replies: “You. Your students. God. Not a bad public, that.”
So IMO it doesn’t matter how “big” an impact one person has; it’s incumbent on that person to do her, or his, very best.
Your Sun Prince did a terrific job, Dark Lady, and I, too, love that flowery top…but the whole outfit works together perfectly; neat but not dressy, comfortable but stylish. This is just a beautiful shoot. Where is this little secret water-garden..?
100% in agreement with you chief! One must try there very best!
Haha he did didn’t he? I was exceptionally happy with how well he did! This little retreat is hidden inside “Yarralen Retreat” in a place called “Yarrahapinni” me and the sun prince went there to celebrate our anniversary haha :)
Awww! That’s so sweet! I hope you enjoyed each other and your happy day; you certainly look full of light through his eyes…
I love your top, it’s super cute :)
xx Alyssa | STYLE VANITY
Thanks Alyssa :)
Wow, that top is one of a kind!
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It really is! I had to buy it when I saw it – the details are amazing and all the flowers are embroidered!
Beautiful photos! I love your top!
Thanks Kim!
Loving your style! You are so chic. Would you like to follow for follow on Bloglovin? :)
Xx,
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Hi Bea, thanks for the comment – yes I would love to Follow for a Follow :)