Strikingly.

Recently, the kind people at Strikingly asked me to write a little post about their fantastic portfolio website. I thought, "of course!" and "why haven't I done this sooner?" So here's a little bit about Strikingly.

Strikingly is an awesome tool to build a beautiful website. It makes things incredibly easy and has so many tools to allow you to present yourself in the best way possible. Last winter, I decided to make an online portfolio. I was instantly overwhelmed at the options and platforms available. My friend Paula told me about Strikingly and I thought I'd check it out. I fell in love with the beautiful and user-friendly interface.

I've gotten so many compliments on my website since I made it. I've sent it to potential employers all over the country. I'm proud to tell people about it. It makes job hunting much easier when I can say -- check out my portfolio! Here's the link. Strikingly made it easy to create a website that reflects who I am and what I'm searching for.

I also love how friendly the people at Strikingly have been. They're incredibly personable and I can ask them anything and get a quick response. It's a feature I wouldn't have thought I would find in a website platform, but now that I've found it, I can't imagine using anything else.

If you'd like to see mine click here. Or click on the 'portfolio' tab below the banner.

Over My Head.

Let me introduce you to my mantra. It is my constant reminder that we are not called to be comfortable in this life. There is adventure out there, but most of the time finding it involves getting in over your head. I am in New York now, as you may have seen on my instagram (@makenagranger). I've been staying in the most adorable apartment, making some new friends, and chasing dreams. It's not all easy, though. I've been learning that growing up and entering the real world is really hard. I miss the comforts of home. I miss my lack of responsibilities. And I'll be honest with you, sometimes I'm pretty scared. But I know those comforts aren't meant to last forever. If I stay in a bubble, there is so much I will never learn about the world and life. I won't learn to appreciate the great things I have and chase after the great things I'm called to find. 

New York has been great. But more importantly, God has been great and will continue to be. He has provided not necessarily in the ways I would expect. He has been teaching me to rely on Him more than I ever have before. I am so helpless in this life and I'm grateful that He is in control and has provided me with an incredible support system. When I'm feeling lost, He is with me. When I'm confused or frustrated, He helps me. 

"The Lord is my helper; 

I will not be afraid.

What can man do to me?"

Hebrews 13:6

There is lots of exciting news to come, but I want to wait to share it with you. I will tell you that I have an internship at a wonderful PR agency. I begin work tomorrow! I have met some pretty amazing people and explored the city even more than the last time I was here. God is very very good and I can't wait to share with you what else He does while I'm here. 

Until next time…don't be afraid to get in over your head. You may just learn something new about yourself and have a grand adventure in the process. 

Buy My Closet: Part 2

Once again, I am selling clothes in my closet. Take a look! If you have any questions, feel free to email me at anekam92@mac.com! I have now set up a PayPal account to make it easier for payments. Shipping is on me! 

 button down

J. Crew

size S

hardly worn

$10
SOLD

 green top

Nick and Mo

size S

worn, small stain

$7
SOLD

 Elephant print dress with sweetheart neckline

Anthropologie 

size 0

worn twice

$15
SOLD

strapless dress

Anthropologie

size 0

worn twice

$15
SOLD

 ruffle shirt

Marc Jacobs

small pulls, small hole, vintage 

size 2

$7
SOLD

 high-waisted skirt with tie back

billabong 

size S

well worn, good shape

$10
SOLD

 ruffle shirt

Urban Outfitters

size XS

worn a few times

$10
SOLD

 blue cardigan 

J. Crew

size XS

worn, good shape

$10

 BCBG tank

size XS

worn a few times

$15

 blue flowy top

London Blue 

size L (I wore it and I'm a small, it doesn't look big)

worn once

$10
SOLD

 sweater tee

Free People

No size, fits loosely 

bought on consignment

$7
SOLD

 striped, flowy tank

Ella Moss

size S

well worn

$7

 asymmetrical skirt

size S

worn once 

$10
SOLD

 purple ruffle tank

size P 

worn a few times

$10

 white ruffle top

BCBG

size S

worn a few times

$10

 tangerine flowy button down

Ella Moss

size XS

worn often, good shape 

$10
SOLD

 black halter top dress

PERFECT FOR GAMEDAY

Susana Monaco

worn often, great shape

$20

 mock suede top

size S

worn once 

$10

 well-worn Uggs

good shape

size 8

$10
SOLD

 Sam Edelman flats

hardly worn

size 8

never worn 

$15

 Marni for H&M heels

size 7

only worn a few times, scrape on inside 

$10

 Kate Spade snakeskin flats

well-worn

good shape

size 7

$15
SOLD

Road Trip: Toronto

Here are just some fun photos from Toronto. We had the best time. Jack White was incredible (he's not the main reason we went, but he played a big part), we met some friendly Canadians and decided it would be a great place to live if not for the brutal winters. I ate poutine, Tim Horton's, and drank polar beer. It was a beautiful time and I am forever grateful for spontaneous international road trips. 

One Year.

It's been a whole year, but I still feel the warmth of your hands on my cold feet. I can still hear the sound of your voice when you told me if whatever I was doing was "becoming." It was a privilege to know you, let alone be related to you. I've never met anyone more radiant, more naturally loving and compassionate. In the midst of unimaginable pain, you put others needs far above your own. You invested everything into those around you, often without thanks. I at least know that to be true for me. To have left such a mark of love on your friends and family is an accomplishment I can only hope to achieve for my life. Yet you did it with grace and style. 

I miss your charm and the way you always asked me to sit next to you on the couch. You always had to have a hand on me, like you had to give me some of the love that had been overflowing within you. I miss the way you would rub my head when I would be trying to take a nap. Your hand moving across my ear, keeping me from ever falling asleep.

 You made me feel like I could conquer the world. Like everything I said was smart. You saw the good in me, more than I ever could and can. You saw the good in every person around you. You were a magnet. Even still, I feel myself gravitating towards you even though you're not here. You were a walking example of a gospel-centered life and I aspire to be even half as wonderful as you were. Until we meet again. I love you, Gaga. 

Road Trip: Niagara Edition

You may have seen on my instagram (@makenagranger) that my friend Suzanne and I took a little road trip last week. She had never been out of the country and since Niagara is on the way to Toronto, we made a whole trip of it. We had a blast and I took some of my most favorite photos. Enjoy! 

Stay tuned! Photos from Toronto coming tomorrow!