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Home is With Those Who Make You 100%

March 18, 2018

 

Every good thing must come to an end. This week has been one of the best of 2018! Being able to come home and get away from the constant hustle and bustle of NYC gave me the break I much needed. I still can’t believe how fast time flew by this week. It felt like just yesterday I was getting on the bus to come back. It also makes me so sad to realize that this was my LAST spring break – in the real working world, there won’t be any spring breaks! This past week proved that we need to spend more time with those who complete us.

 

 

Whether it be your parents, your best friend or your significant other, make sure you carve out some time whenever you can to be with them. The people we are with can bring home to us. After moving away to study abroad in Florence and now in NYC, my definition of home has drastically changed. I always thought I would think of Central Square, New York, a small town in the middle of nowhere to everyone else, was home. What actually made it home was the people there. As I moved from place to place, I started adding to the lists of homes I had. Home stopped becoming locations, but rather people.

 

 

In Florence, I had my group of friends who got me past my homesickness and to experience new adventures with. These people created a new home for me. It was so much easier going back second semester because I knew I had so many friends waiting for me as I left my parents. And when I moved to NYC, even though I was a short flight back home, I still felt homesick. Having to start over again was scary. But my group of friends from Florence were right there with me and as I settled into my dorm Sophomore year, I began watering the seed for a new home. I’ve moved every single year, either to a new location, dorm or apartment, and every time, it’s the people waiting there at the end of the day that makes it feel like home.

 

SHOP THE POST

I sometimes don’t know how to answer when people ask me where home is – there is just too many! And one person can have more than one home, right? I am so fortunate to have so many wonderful people in my life who are able to bring home to me. They are the ones who make sure I am feeling 100% myself, 100% happy and 100% at home. Make sure you are spending time today with someone who makes YOU 100%, go home to them!

A million and one thanks for tuning in — until my next lil’ thought then!

jen❣

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91 Comments

  • Reply Annick March 18, 2018 at 10:25 am

    home is where the heart is ❤️

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 18, 2018 at 11:09 am

      i totally agree! Thanks for reading!
      xx jen

  • Reply violettedaily March 18, 2018 at 11:26 am

    I couldn’t agree about having few homes, now you’re saying that I think I have more than one home! I hope you enjoyed your last spring break beautiful!

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    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 18, 2018 at 10:04 pm

      Haha yess! It was such an amazing break – thanks so much for reading babes!
      xx jen

  • Reply Rach DiMare March 18, 2018 at 12:23 pm

    I love how you define home! You make so many good point and that is awesome you have met incredible people who you feel 100% yourself. So rare to find!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 18, 2018 at 10:05 pm

      Yes! I got so lucky to have so many wonderful people in my life! Thanks for reading gorgeous!
      xx jen

  • Reply Kate March 18, 2018 at 1:53 pm

    Love your thoughts on “home.” I say home is whenever you are 100% present and peaceful…and being around others who make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside definitely doesn’t hurt 😉 You look adorable in these pics!

    XO, Kate
    http://www.kategetsdressed.com

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 18, 2018 at 10:05 pm

      I totally agree! it’s the best feeling to be able to be yourself and content! Thanks for reading beautiful!
      xx jen

  • Reply Carmen Jenny March 18, 2018 at 4:24 pm

    Oh you’re so so right Jen! Home is definitely where your beloved people are. Loved this post and all your positive motivating vibes <3
    xx, Carmen – http://carmitive.com

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 18, 2018 at 10:06 pm

      Thank you so much for your constant support gorgeous!!
      xx jen

      • Reply Carmen Jenny March 21, 2018 at 5:18 pm

        Oh sure dear, you deserve it!

  • Reply Ino March 18, 2018 at 8:34 pm

    You said it perfectly, home is with those who make you whole!

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 18, 2018 at 10:06 pm

      Yes — 100%! thanks for hopping by!
      xx jen

  • Reply Alexandra Udinov March 19, 2018 at 2:26 am

    Where do you find all of this outfit idea?! Omg I’m literally obsessed with your outfit.

    Absolutely love it!

    Love,
    Alexandra
    Neutral-Colored Handbags Trends That’s About To Rule This Year

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 19, 2018 at 10:04 am

      Haha it was actually an old sweater and I got these new jeans from levi! thanks so much for your kind words and for reading!
      xx jen

  • Reply Laura Mitbrodt March 19, 2018 at 3:09 am

    Such a cute look, I love your jeans
    xo
    http://www.laurajaneatelier.com

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 19, 2018 at 10:01 am

      Thanks babe! They’re my new faves–they’re Levi skinny 501! thanks for stopping by!
      xx jen

  • Reply franklyflawless March 19, 2018 at 6:54 am

    This is a lovely post. It is so important to make time for those who make yo happy and allow you to be yourself

    franklyflawless.com

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 19, 2018 at 10:02 am

      Aw thanks so much and 100% agree with you! thanks so much for reading!
      xx jen

  • Reply Monica Sors March 19, 2018 at 7:31 am

    I’m agree with you!! You’re amazing!
    xx
    Mónica Sors
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    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 19, 2018 at 10:03 am

      Aw thank you so much–thanks for reading!
      xx jen

  • Reply Jessica March 19, 2018 at 8:59 am

    Love these photos, your outfit and the lovely message! Have a wonderful Monday!

    http://www.jessicabroyles.com

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 19, 2018 at 10:02 am

      Aw thanks so much babe! Happy monday and thanks for stopping by!
      xx jen

  • Reply bebopalula March 19, 2018 at 10:54 am

    Great pics ♥

    https://bebopaalula.wordpress.com

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 19, 2018 at 2:03 pm

      Thank you!
      xx jen

  • Reply Lala Lookbook March 19, 2018 at 12:07 pm

    Loving your jeans! Great post!

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    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 19, 2018 at 2:03 pm

      Thanks! I just recently got them from Levi’s and loving them! thanks for stopping by!
      xx jen

  • Reply Daria March 19, 2018 at 12:17 pm

    You have such a beautiful smile, dear!

    XO

    Daria

    http://www.dbkstylez.com

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 19, 2018 at 2:03 pm

      aw thanks so much! and thanks for reading!
      xx jen

  • Reply Hillory Renkema March 19, 2018 at 2:11 pm

    Such a great post girl. Love your outfit and all of the pictures!!

    xo,

    H

    http://firsttimethings.com/

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 19, 2018 at 6:23 pm

      Thank you so much — and thanks for hopping by!
      xx jen

  • Reply Andrea March 19, 2018 at 5:47 pm

    What a lovely post to read! You are so right, you can have as many homes as places or situations you feel comfortable at!

    Have a great week!

    Andrea.

    Seize your Style

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 19, 2018 at 6:24 pm

      aw thank you so much for reading! have an fab week as well!
      xx jen

  • Reply P-and-P March 19, 2018 at 7:34 pm

    I can agree with you. Home is where your heart is. 🙂
    Have a great week. 🙂 xo

    P&P style ♡ ☯ ☮ — DIY — fashion — and more — ☮ ☯ ♡

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 19, 2018 at 9:43 pm

      Yes!! I totally agree! Thanks for reading!
      xx jen

  • Reply legalleeblondeblog March 19, 2018 at 7:40 pm

    This is such a beautiful and well written post!! Keep it up! <3 (also I love your denim)
    Lee | LegalLee Blonde

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 19, 2018 at 9:44 pm

      Aw thanks so much for your kind words! And this is a new pair I recently got from Levi’s – they’re amazing! Thanks for reading!
      xx jen

  • Reply Helena Primeira March 19, 2018 at 9:10 pm

    Comfy and nice look.
    I loved the pictures 🙂

    XoXo
    Helena Primeira
    Helena Primeira Youtube
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    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 19, 2018 at 11:11 pm

      Thanks girl! thanks for stopping by!
      xx jen

  • Reply Shauna March 19, 2018 at 9:21 pm

    You are so cute and your hair is seriously gorgeous!!

    Shauna

    http://www.lipglossandlace.net

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 19, 2018 at 9:44 pm

      Aw thanks so much–I’ve been meaning to grab a haircut haha! Thanks for reading!
      xx jen

  • Reply Zoë March 19, 2018 at 9:50 pm

    Loved this post! Your photos are so cute! Love them! xx

    https://zoe-ware.blogspot.ca

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 19, 2018 at 11:10 pm

      Aw thanks so much babe!! thanks for stopping by and reading!
      xx jen

  • Reply Real Girl Talks March 19, 2018 at 10:39 pm

    That’s a beautiful reminder Jen cos’ a lot of us keep looking for home without realizing it’s right next to us! Home is definitely where our loved ones are! Btw must say you have a beautiful smile! 🙂
    I hope you’re having a smooth sailing week! 🙂
    xx
    Ankita
    http://realgirltalks.com/

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 19, 2018 at 11:10 pm

      Yes that’s exactly what I mean–I am so happy you share the same thoughts! Thanks so much for reading and hope you have an amazing week too!
      xx jen

  • Reply youthofthesun March 19, 2018 at 10:54 pm

    Love this outfit! You look fabulous 🙂

    http://www.youthofthesun.com

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 19, 2018 at 11:12 pm

      thanks so much and thanks for reading!
      xx jen

  • Reply nicolegramcko March 19, 2018 at 11:16 pm

    Love this look! I agree…I work in NYC and it’s crazy and stressful and crowded. But as soon as I come home and relax with my boyfriend, it’s like I’m getting in touch and rejuvenating myself all over again.

    Nicole | http://www.nicolegramcko.com

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 20, 2018 at 8:20 pm

      I live in nyc too and totally get what you mean! It’s so amazing how the right people can make us feel so much better! Thanks for taking the time to read!
      xx jen

  • Reply jane March 19, 2018 at 11:29 pm

    I love the positivity and great thoughts you have here.
    Keep smiling!

    Much Love, Jane | The Bandwagon Chic
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    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 20, 2018 at 8:20 pm

      Aw thanks gorgeous – and thanks for stopping by!
      xx jen

  • Reply lesley-kim March 20, 2018 at 12:37 am

    Beautiful post!!

    Lesley-Kim

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 20, 2018 at 8:21 pm

      Thank you so much!
      xx jen

  • Reply caroline March 20, 2018 at 4:42 am

    You look so pretty, love this casual chic look !

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    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 20, 2018 at 8:21 pm

      you’re too sweet!! thanks so much for stopping by!
      xx jen

  • Reply The Gluten Free Guide to Everything March 20, 2018 at 5:04 am

    Great look! It’s easy to throw on and still classy and fashionable!

    Marije | thegfguide.com

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 20, 2018 at 8:22 pm

      Yes! I love a good comfy outfit! Thanks for stopping by!
      xx jen

  • Reply Quinn March 20, 2018 at 6:47 am

    I so so agree with you, Jen! Home is where your people are. Also, loving those jeans, gorgeous!

    xx http://www.qustomquinns.com/blog

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 20, 2018 at 8:22 pm

      yes! home is where you feel 100% and thanks girl, grabbed these Levi’s when they were on sale and love them to death! thanks so much for reading!
      xx jen

  • Reply Kathrine Eldridge March 20, 2018 at 7:11 am

    Love this casual chic look! You are rocking these jeans. I couldn’t agree more on how you should spend time with the ones you love.

    https://www.kathrineeldridge.com

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 20, 2018 at 8:23 pm

      Thank you so much for reading babe!! And I love these jeans – I actually just picked them up recently from the Levi’s sale!
      xx jen

  • Reply katesparkleandthecity March 20, 2018 at 9:33 am

    You look lovely Jen! I forget to spend time with my people sometimes, but it’s very important indeed!

    xoxo
    Kate | sparkleandthecity.com

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 20, 2018 at 8:24 pm

      Thanks so much kate! and yes! it’s so important to be with those who make you whole! thanks for stopping by!
      xx jen

  • Reply Simone March 20, 2018 at 9:52 am

    It is so important to feel home and spend time with your beloved one’s! Love this look on you.

    xx Simone
    Little Glittery Box

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 20, 2018 at 8:26 pm

      Yes! I totally agree with you girl! thanks so much for stopping by!
      xx jen

  • Reply Amy Arnold March 20, 2018 at 11:53 am

    Glad you got to enjoy some time at home!

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 20, 2018 at 8:24 pm

      I always have an amazing time there! Thanks for reading!
      xx jen

  • Reply trishale March 20, 2018 at 3:05 pm

    Loved this! Hits so close to home

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 20, 2018 at 8:24 pm

      thanks so much for stopping by babe!
      xx jen

  • Reply Christine Kong March 21, 2018 at 12:35 am

    How exciting for you! I can’t believe you lived in Florence for a bit. You are full of life and energy, I can tell just by reading your posts. Love this basic but effortless look! xoxo, Christine
    http://dailykongfidence.com/

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 21, 2018 at 10:42 am

      Yes it was such an amazing time! Thank you so much for your kind words – and thanks so much for stopping by!
      xx jen

  • Reply Ruth March 21, 2018 at 1:05 am

    I love this post! When I lived away from my family going home was the thing that I totally looked forward to during the year!

    http://www.mylittlenest.org

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 21, 2018 at 10:45 am

      Yes! I always wish to go home when I am away! Thanks so much for reading!
      xx jen

  • Reply Gemma March 21, 2018 at 5:23 am

    Love this post and your outfit! Have a great day!

    Gemma x
    http://www.jacquardflower.uk

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 21, 2018 at 10:48 am

      thanks so much and thanks for stopping by!
      xx jen

  • Reply Mariann Yip March 21, 2018 at 3:20 pm

    Love your cuffed jeans with the booties, you look gorgeous dear! http://mariannyc.com/2018/03/19/3-tips-on-how-to-colorblock/

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 21, 2018 at 3:26 pm

      Thanks so much girl–I’ve just recently grabbed these jeans from the Levi sale and totally recommend them! Thanks so much for stopping by!
      xx jen

  • Reply stylebyraysagarcia March 21, 2018 at 9:41 pm

    You are so cute! Love this simple yet beautiful look.
    Xx, Raysa

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 22, 2018 at 12:31 am

      aw thanks so much gorgeous and thanks for taking the time to stop by!
      xx jen

  • Reply Marina W March 21, 2018 at 10:07 pm

    You look gorgeous 🙂 love the outfit!

    – Marina

    https://waitmarinawho.blogspot.tw/

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 22, 2018 at 12:31 am

      Awww thank you!! and thanks for hopping by!
      xx jen

  • Reply Emily March 22, 2018 at 8:24 am

    Cutie as always and I love these thoughts! Definitely important to surround ourselves with people who encourage and make us better! Thanks for sharing!

    -Emily | http://www.East91Blog.com

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 22, 2018 at 11:47 am

      Yes–positivity within the people around us is so important – thanks so much for reading!
      xx jen

  • Reply Benita James March 22, 2018 at 10:29 am

    Being home with those who love you unconditionally is the best feeling ever, I can totally relate. You look good btw.

    Bernie, xx
    The Style Fanatic

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 22, 2018 at 11:47 am

      Yesss, that feeling can’t be replicated anywhere else! Thanks so much for your kind words and for reading!
      xx jen

  • Reply herfashionedlife March 29, 2018 at 4:46 pm

    I love your jeans and the way you styled them in this post! Happy you’re doing well in NYC! 💕

    xx Tammy
    https://www.HerFashionedLife.com

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen March 30, 2018 at 10:27 am

      Thanks so much gorgeous!
      xx jen

  • Reply ohmygabs April 13, 2018 at 5:14 am

    you are so pretty girl ! you have a new follower!

    https://ohmygabs.wordpress.com

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen April 16, 2018 at 12:41 pm

      omg you are too kind–thanks so much girl!
      xx Jen

  • Reply Varuna Jithesh April 19, 2018 at 5:26 am

    Nice and perfect looking outfit..

    • Reply lilthoughtswithjen April 19, 2018 at 6:47 pm

      thank you!
      xx Jen

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