Today’s caffeination came in the form of an Iced Tazo Passion Tea, just as bright as today is shaping up to be! (That sounded a lot cornier than I intended.)

My mom is coming up to my school for a visit tomorrow, so last night I made her a canvas painting to liven up her desk at work. Just a little whimsical and colorful decorative piece. With the passion tea and sudden urge to paint, I got to thinking about where inspiration comes from. For me, there are many people who inspire me to be healthier, fitter, happier. I know as girls, we tend to compare ourselves to others but I think it’s healthy to aspire to those around us who are more successful at things than we are. I’ll share first:

• Taralynn at Undressed Skeleton inspires me to bake healthy! She’s always recreating delicious desserts with less fat, sugar, calories, etc.
• Lauren Conrad inspires me to put together cute outfits and matching accessories.
• My leg workouts are inspired by Carrie Underwood (that girl is toned!)
• I will forever be aspiring to Jillian Michael’s Abs.
• To be as comfortable with my body shape as Miranda Lambert
• To be as disciplined in my workout plan as any professional athlete

Now it’s your turn. :) Who inspires you and why?