Sometimes its easy to get side tracked from what really matters in life and I remember as a kid when “grown ups” said that one day we would realize how its the simple things that really matter, what really make you happy and they were so right. Two days ago it hit me, more than ever before. I could go on and on about why this time in Paris has been magical, but maybe saying that I got to ride a bike by the Seine river at the golden hour in Paris, while trying to dodge crowds wouldn’t seem like such an amazing experience at all. There I was, taking my first Parisian bike ride when the sun began to set. It was hot, more than I can remember Paris being all the other times, there were people everywhere and I was having a hard time passing everyone by without almost crashing any second but I caught myself smiling, from ear to ear, the whole time. Gosh I felt so freaking happy! It was me riding a rented bike around Paris, nothing fancy, but the simplicity and perfection of the moment meant everything, I felt overjoyed. The grown ups were right. I don’t need to drive a Masseratti or own thousands of designer bags, happiness is the small moments that you share with people who mean a lot to you, memories that will be with you for a life time, not material things…
A
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Yup. Totally agree on this one =)
wow wow wow realmente te inspiraste me encanto el blog sigue asĆ y que Dios te bendiga en todos los demĆ”s momentos de tu vida :D
Es lo mĆ”s bonito que leĆdo en tu blog. Que padre que disfrutaste la experiencia Andy y sigas disfrutando de los pequeƱos momentos, a pesar de lo ajetreado que es ser blogger.
Saludos desde MĆ©xico
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Beautifully-said!)
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They were right, and it is always a welcome reminder, follow your heart and dreams. Thanks Andy.
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So true
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The sunset looks so beautiful.
Love these thoughts. I completely have been sharing those feelings lately.
Beautiful imagery.
super cute pictures, love the bike!
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so lovely!
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Beautiful photos!
You’re right!! I love the way what you thought!
What you say is so true… some people should keep that in mind instead of concentrating on details that lead nowhere.
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Beautiful!
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Such wise words! And coming from a fashion blogger, this is remarkable ;) You are totally right; material things can make our lives more fun, but they can’t possibly make us happy! I’m glad you enjoyed the time spent in Paris.
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Gorgeous pictures – happiness can be so simple :)
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I like your jacket, it looks so Parisian :) I also like your panther loafers, so mode!
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A beautiful set of Paris photographs, I hope to go on a Paris adventure!
You are so right ! Happiness is in those little things , that make our life truly completed ;) Glad you had an amazing time in Paris :)
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I need one of those bikes to get early to school, i hate traffic in this city.
Also, you look lovely as always (:
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You’re so right about what you wrote. I’m a blogger in Guatemala and I dream all the time about having a lot of things, but then I realize that the things I own are not what matters the most. I enjoy every moment while shooting and doing what I love. That’s what matters!
Love your blog Andy. Keep it up! :*
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Envidio tus shorts!!!!! En Argentina estamos con el frio !!!
Besos
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Being in Paris this month and having quite a few experiences with Velib, I can understand how magical that moment was. (I can also sympathize about the heat and dodging crowds on a bicycle…not easy!) Cheers to true happiness and life’s simplest pleasures!
Yes that’s exactly what I tell my Granddaughters :-D
And the smile I had cycling to Paris and around Paris last year with friends was the grin of a big kid..
happiness is always simple x
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Paris my favourite city!
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Parisian bike ride, so dreamy!
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Such a cute outfit! I want to try out a similar look with my Chinese Laundry flats! http://www.chineselaundry.com/products2.cfm/ID/4381/c/chinese-laundry-flats/attr1/8078
awesome pictures :) so beautiful ;)
lo mereces todo Andy :)
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Great message! <3
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These pictures are so lovely. I also really love this post, sometimes the simple things mean the most!x
So true! Paris looks magical!
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That’s so true, the simplest things can bring the most joy to you.
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Beautiful post, it is so easy to forget the little things!
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Glad that you had a great time! xx
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Ooh! I love the pics… So beautiful place… You look very happy!
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I got goosebumps while reading this…oh man is it a dream of mine to live in that wonderful city :) I can’t wait until it’s my turn to ride along the Seine! <3
Love your blazer! xx
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Looks like you had a great time. xa
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One of my favorite spots in the world!
That’s a beautiful sentiment. I love all of those “money can’t buy happiness” moments- each and every one is truly a little bit life-changing in its own way.
<3 dani
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I love Paris!!! I think is the best place in the world, specially at night! I totally agree with you: It’s magical!
XXOO
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Happy Birthday Andy!
You deserve to have a fabulous birthday weekend. All the best.
Avanti
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Lovely and true post!
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So true Andy! While I was reading your post I could feel a “vibe” of happiness and excitement =)
I hope you’re still enjoying it and spreading your joy! Happy birthday btw!
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NEVER material things. Luckily it is something I learned at a very early age. Happy belated birthday.
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Ah… Brilliant thoughts!
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you look so cute!
xxxx
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That is totally correct! The small things are that matter.
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I agree with you, Andy. The simple things are the most important ones. Hope you had an amazing birthday. =)
such adorable photos! love your flats
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I completely agree. Lovely photos!
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Wow beautiful pics! Love the second one
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I love this post! It looks like such a magical time to be in Paris! :)
It really is about the small things. Funny how it takes some people a life time to get to that….
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I agree! The best in things in life are free :)
beautiful post, it just made me put material things into perspective again :)
Lauren x
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I imagine myself driving the bike to work, i just hope my place will be close to the work.
Thats the dream :)
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I totally understand what you mean! Paris is amaazing
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Gorgeous pictures
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Great pics!
xx
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que fotos tan geniales!! que guapa
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Enjoy your time in Paris! x
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Great picture!I love the jacket and those shoes!
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so much joy in this post! love it!
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Beautiful pics!!!! Love Paris
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So true. Beautifully spoken. I have those moment when I always want more, want bigger things to happen, but when I step back for a moment and realize what I already have, I know life as it is, is pretty good. I’m happy, healthy and I love my family. It’s the little things in life that can make you feel overjoyed. Love this article and stunning sunset :)
Amazing pictures!
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Yes, you’re right!! When we grown ups, everythings just want to keep simple and its always make us easier to get the happiness!! :D
Love Paris <3 <3
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Amazing pictures!
I rode a bike through Paris only while I was there with school. It was one of the scariest experiences ever but looking back at the end it was all worth it! Paris is amazing! :)
So true! it’s small things who make us smiling and happy! So keep your eyes/mind open ;)
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Que increĆble! Te ves feliz en la foto! Tener ese tipo de momentos es lo mejor, ponen las cosas en perspectiva. http://www.thepaarblog.com/
So true :)
totally agree!! happiness is stringing the little things that makes us feel randomly lighter!
lovely post !! also nice bike pic :)
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These moments with our dearest ones spent sometimes in awkward places matter the most. No doubts:)))
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