Now, there is no question that this particular shade of red is dyed, but what is interesting is the following statement that I found after doing a quick Google search on the topic:

“Red hair is seen on the heads of only four percent of people. …. In Poland, if you pass three red-heads you’ll win the state lottery” (I’m not keeping my fingers crossed – I don’t play- except for the rare occasion I happen to splurge a buck or two on a scratch off – just for fun).

Rarity is always a thing of beauty and in Poland, most women are blonde…that’s why this year, the hottest hair colors in Poland are deep shades of brown, deep plums, mahogany, bright red and shades of auburn!

Seeing Red

I am told that in the past (going back quite some time), women who had darker shades of hair were typically gypsies or some other outside member of society…while these women were intriguing to many, they were also feared by many for their suspected, thieving and pagan lifestyle  (90% of Poland is still Roman Catholic).

Having an uncompleted task hanging over you, day after day, week after week, wears on you constantly. To free yourself from that burden, go ahead and get it finished.

Instead of putting your energy into worry and avoidance and procrastination, put your energy into getting the job done. The way to have more energy is to make productive use of the energy you have.

Making it happen

This day will soon come to an end, no matter what you do. You have the choice of feeling satisfied with all you’ve accomplished, or disappointed that another day has passed without anything to show for it.

Choose to make good and valuable use of the time you now have. Decide to free yourself from the burden of what needs to be done by actually getting it done.

Imagine the satisfaction you’ll feel, and imagine the new options you’ll have. Now get busy and enjoy making it happen.

– Ralph Marston

Gdansk, Poland

Gdansk, Poland at Night

Gdansk, Poland

Gdansk is also home to St. Mary’s Church, the largest brick church in the world as well as Neptune statue, a famed landmark.

German and Dutch-style townhouses line the streets, know for having some of the most unique architectural designs in the world….

Gdansk, Poland

My passport expired a few months ago so I had to head into the Passport Office and have mine renewed! 2 days and about 5 hours later, I have my new one in hand and am ready to go! So excited!!!! (I’m told there will be wind surfing – Yay!*;-)

Z100's Phill Kross Hosts Vanilla Star Back to School Blow Out

When: Next Wednesday, September 1st from 5:30 pm- 7:30 pm

Where: The Wet Seal store on 14th Street.

What: At the event, Vanilla Star will unveil its new BTS collection, designed by the students of the High School of Fashion Industries in NYC and will be hosted by Z100’s DJ Phill Kross (he hosted Z100’s Jingle Ball). It will also feature stylist advice from the Vanilla Star and Wet Seal teams, summer treats and a karaoke contest led by Phill for a chance to win a BTS Vanilla Star outfit. It is also free and open to the public.

It may very well take years to accomplish. Long before it is accomplished, though, it is adding value to your life.

For the value of your dream is not in possessing whatever it brings. The value is in reaching for it.

The value is in what you do to get yourself there. Because in that process, you fulfill your own unique destiny.

Right this very moment, you can reach out and touch the reality of your most treasured dream. That’s because right this moment, you can act on that dream.

If you’ve been waiting, you’ve waited long enough. Today is the day to truly live your dream.

– Ralph Marston

It’s frightening when everything is on the line. It’s also exhilarating and motivating and compelling and empowering.

Commitment is not a halfway thing. Either you’re all the way in or you’re simply not going to be very effective.

Choose your priorities thoughtfully, carefully, and sincerely. Then commit yourself fully to them.

Real, solid, unwavering commitment brings the power of purpose to what you’re doing. Be truly committed, and it happens.

You can achieve whatever you imagine. Do it by jumping all the way in.

– Ralph Marston

Photographed by Solve Sundsbo

Scarlett Johansson/Dolce & Gabbana Make-up campaign 2010.

Click ‘Read More’ to watch the backstage video from the photoshoot…

Scarlett Johansson for D&G

Much of what seems to happen to you is happening through you. Much of what feels like outer experience is really inner expression viewed from a wider perspective.

Your influence extends as far as your awareness will allow. Your intentions begin to fill your whole world the moment they arise.

You are not separate from the rest of life. You are life.

You cannot gain advantage by seeking to take that advantage from anyone or anything else. Give your best, lift up all that is, and you are lifted.

Your positive influence touches all you know. Keep it ever strong and continually refreshed.

– Ralph Marston