I really like Mr. West. I think he's an amazing musician + producer but more so, I am in love with his book, Thank You and You're Welcome. His "Kanye-isms" are insightful, super witty and his book completely resonates with me.
As an homage to Kanye West, I took a few favorite quotes and made my own artistic interpretation of them for rolodex remix.
I came across his book at a time in my life I felt I was receiving negative energy from people I grew up with. Being a small town girl with big dreams, it was hard to garner support from friends who couldn't understand the "method to my madness," if you will.
When my sister brought this book to me, I came across a quote that seriously parted the sea for me: "There have been times when I've had to separate myself from certain family members, childhood friends, and people in general who brought negative energy into my life. It is not always easy, but very necessary."
The concept is so simple, so true. It was exactly what I needed to do. And I did. If you haven't checked it out yet, do yourself a favor and pick up the book. Thank You And You're Welcome! :]
jenny, I love this so much!! You did such a great job and Kanye would totally be proud!!
He would say :
“Made a mill myself (ooooooo)
And I'm still myself (ooooooo)
And I'ma look in da mirror if I need some help (yeaaaah)
Y'all dont speak from da heart
Y'all all frontin
Everybody feel a way about K
but at least y'all feel sumthin”
Kanye West quote
haahhaha! loves you
xo
janel
Posted by: janel | 07/20/2010 at 10:33 AM
OMG, Janel's comment is the best! Looove these little pages! You're sooo freakin' talented! And I totally agree with his last quote. I've had to distance myself from quite a few negative people. They're toxic and I won't have any of that. Love you, pretty lady! xo
Posted by: Jamie (Inspired Mess) | 07/20/2010 at 12:26 PM
Kanye might get a bad rap, but he's a pretty amazing guy. I don't know why I haven't picked up the book yet, but I'm thinking it needs to happen ASAP!
Love your pages, BTW!
Posted by: Sara Kate | 07/20/2010 at 07:21 PM
i am not a fan of Mr West but his book sounds awesome enough to tempt me to pick it up!
Posted by: sal | 07/21/2010 at 12:56 PM
Your pages are soooooo pretty Jenny!! i love you!!!! I sent off all your stuff toay (priority) so it should be there by Friday!! YAY!! Love you muchO!
xoxo,
Lindsay
Posted by: Lindsay | 07/21/2010 at 02:07 PM
i am not a fan of Mr West but his book sounds awesome enough to tempt me to pick it up!
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