Dictionary.com defines kismet as a word of Turkish origin meaning fate or destiny, deriving either from the Persian qismat or the Arabic qasama.
Is this reminding anyone else of an introduction to a really bad essay or cover letter? Don’t worry, I’m not about to bore you with 5 pages on the role of kismet in a Brontë novel or convince you why it's fate that I’m right for the job (…unless you’re looking to hire?)
Jaja!
Recently while chatting with a friend she asked me out of the blue what kismet was. She had actually thought it was the name of a literary character, which would totally not be out of character for a book lover like me. I can totally see myself naming my blog something like Harry Potter & Kate, or Peeta & Kate. But nope, kismet is more along the lines of fate than fiction. I started wondering if maybe there were others out there who read my blog but weren’t sure what the title refered to.
So what better time to tell you than on my (very belated) 2nd anniversary post? I started this blog on April 23, 2009. In the midst of holiday and baby fever I completely forgot that the date had come and gone. Also, I’m aware it sort of doesn’t matter to anyone else—but I’m excited about it!
I started my blog at the end of my Junior year of college. I wasn’t very happy at the time and I wanted a place to share my thoughts and focus on positive things. I’ve never faked anything here, but instead just tried to see the good in my life and the world in general. I’m so grateful I started this blog because it has given me an outlet to write, something I love (heck, something I majored in), and it has connected me with many wonderful people and introduced me to some of my best friends. My family is also able to keep track of the little day-to-day things going on with me through it.
I don’t really know why I picked the word “kismet” when I was creating my blog. It was probably partially my love for alliteration. The funny thing is I was never really sure before if I believed in things like fate or destiny; but I do—I know that now. I have faith in God’s plan (which is really what fate is to me) and I have seen how there are no wrong choices in how I live my life, only different experiences where I can learn and grow in different ways. In that sense, I think my life is fated...because things will always turn out as God has meant them to and forseen.
When I got to Spain and was unhappy, I thought I’d misinterpreted my “fate” and what I was supposed to be doing. I had many many problems when I was trying to apply for the Grant that brought me here and then an uphill battle to get paperwork done and attain my visa. When I got here, I looked back and thought “oh no, I ignored all the signs!” But I know that’s not true. Honestly, I don’t think there is one path we are supposed to take in our lives, but many possible ways to sometimes get to the same place. I have learned so many valuable things this year—I think I would’ve learned them eventually in my life no matter what (“fated”), but I might not have learned them until later had I chosen a different post-college path. This is the view I have developed on fate and the way God works in our lives. He will help us no matter which way we go.
So I guess maybe it was kismet that I chose that word without even knowing if I believed in it.
Recently, my friend Teresa commented on a blog post and added this little extra bit at the end. I’ve never had anyone describe my blog but if I could pick, this is just how I’d like people to see it!
“Your blog reminds me of a quaint little tea parlor. Do I sound weird? Probably, but that's the picture I get in my mind: a quaint little cottage with a picket fence, sunny and decorated all vintage-y inside with pink and white and yellow and grey :-) (I have very detailed mind pictures.)”
I love that!
{From my post on How to Have Afternoon Tea}
So welcome to my humble little cottage, friends. Please settle into a porch chair, help yourself to a cup of tea, and stay awhile. I’m always glad to have you here. Thank you for making me feel welcome in this blogger world of ours the past two years. :-)
Is this reminding anyone else of an introduction to a really bad essay or cover letter? Don’t worry, I’m not about to bore you with 5 pages on the role of kismet in a Brontë novel or convince you why it's fate that I’m right for the job (…unless you’re looking to hire?)
Jaja!
Recently while chatting with a friend she asked me out of the blue what kismet was. She had actually thought it was the name of a literary character, which would totally not be out of character for a book lover like me. I can totally see myself naming my blog something like Harry Potter & Kate, or Peeta & Kate. But nope, kismet is more along the lines of fate than fiction. I started wondering if maybe there were others out there who read my blog but weren’t sure what the title refered to.
So what better time to tell you than on my (very belated) 2nd anniversary post? I started this blog on April 23, 2009. In the midst of holiday and baby fever I completely forgot that the date had come and gone. Also, I’m aware it sort of doesn’t matter to anyone else—but I’m excited about it!
I started my blog at the end of my Junior year of college. I wasn’t very happy at the time and I wanted a place to share my thoughts and focus on positive things. I’ve never faked anything here, but instead just tried to see the good in my life and the world in general. I’m so grateful I started this blog because it has given me an outlet to write, something I love (heck, something I majored in), and it has connected me with many wonderful people and introduced me to some of my best friends. My family is also able to keep track of the little day-to-day things going on with me through it.
I don’t really know why I picked the word “kismet” when I was creating my blog. It was probably partially my love for alliteration. The funny thing is I was never really sure before if I believed in things like fate or destiny; but I do—I know that now. I have faith in God’s plan (which is really what fate is to me) and I have seen how there are no wrong choices in how I live my life, only different experiences where I can learn and grow in different ways. In that sense, I think my life is fated...because things will always turn out as God has meant them to and forseen.
When I got to Spain and was unhappy, I thought I’d misinterpreted my “fate” and what I was supposed to be doing. I had many many problems when I was trying to apply for the Grant that brought me here and then an uphill battle to get paperwork done and attain my visa. When I got here, I looked back and thought “oh no, I ignored all the signs!” But I know that’s not true. Honestly, I don’t think there is one path we are supposed to take in our lives, but many possible ways to sometimes get to the same place. I have learned so many valuable things this year—I think I would’ve learned them eventually in my life no matter what (“fated”), but I might not have learned them until later had I chosen a different post-college path. This is the view I have developed on fate and the way God works in our lives. He will help us no matter which way we go.
So I guess maybe it was kismet that I chose that word without even knowing if I believed in it.
Recently, my friend Teresa commented on a blog post and added this little extra bit at the end. I’ve never had anyone describe my blog but if I could pick, this is just how I’d like people to see it!
“Your blog reminds me of a quaint little tea parlor. Do I sound weird? Probably, but that's the picture I get in my mind: a quaint little cottage with a picket fence, sunny and decorated all vintage-y inside with pink and white and yellow and grey :-) (I have very detailed mind pictures.)”
I love that!
{From my post on How to Have Afternoon Tea}
So welcome to my humble little cottage, friends. Please settle into a porch chair, help yourself to a cup of tea, and stay awhile. I’m always glad to have you here. Thank you for making me feel welcome in this blogger world of ours the past two years. :-)
5 comments:
Umm, this is kind of crazy. I also started blogging on April 23 (but a year later). And I started with a post inspired by one of yours. (That sounds even crazier. It was one where you told a bit about yourself with different pictures and headings.)
Happy late blog birthday!
Very cute! You're cute, your blog is cute. I just love it! Happy Blog Birthday!!
I think you have a nice pseronal writing style! I like your blog very much.
besos! =)
My life may be made. You quoted me!
I love that you chose 'kismet.' I can't say I know you super well, but from what I do know, this seems so characteristic. Instead of Fate & Kate," you go for the more subtle, classy and cute "Kismet & Kate."
Happy 2 years! I can't believe you're almost done in Spain!
I love the word kismet, too. It's so one-of-a-kind. And I also majored in writing . . . and then went to grad school for it. If only I could quit my jobs and write full time . . . dreamy!
Speaking of literature, I'm currently having a giveaway of literary inspired jewelry from etsy seller justbedesigns--check it out if you're interested! http://bicoastally.blogspot.com/2011/05/pick-your-own-necklace-giveaway.html
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