Saturday, March 28, 2009

Meet Me At Dusk


Tonight I decided to go for a walk because from time to time I have a lot on my mind and need to just get out and give my thoughts to God. I've noticed more that I have to separate myself from all distractions to fully seek God and notice his presence. I left my dorm room, turned off my phone, and just strolled the streets of Orange at dusk. Usually I never go for a walk by myself around night time because I feel so vulnerable. But tonight I went walking and felt at ease because I could feel God's presence as if He was walking beside me. Also, I was walking and just felt like I didn't have to fear anything, I'm being watched over. So that was the first big step for me. Secondly, I was walking and just letting everything on my mind go and I started feeling that it all didn't matter... school, I worry so much about school sometimes but really in the end I'm going to end up doing what I'm meant to do with my life. Years ago I had no idea that I would be at Chapman University, but I am now and it's all okay. Right now I have no idea where I'll be, what I'll be doing, and who I'll be with in 3 years but I know I'll be okay. No matter what happens I'll be okay. And thirdly, I know that I want something special, something grand for my life. Happiness and purpose. I'm confident that God will give me that. After my walk, I sat at this fountain on my campus for awhile, prayed and just relaxed. It was an amazing night. Plus, I came back to my dorm in time to rock out to disney music with Brittany!

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Life is Short

A boy from my school died last night. His name was Bryce Turner. I didn't know him and had never seen him before, but still I feel a pain to know someone so young died so suddenly. He was playing soccer with some friends on the field last night then suddenly collapsed and actually died there on the field. To think that his parents had to receive a call to let them know their son had died without any warning that something was wrong... I could only think to pray for that family to have comfort during this time. When something like this happens I can't help but think life is short. Don't take it for granted or risk the chance of having it not mean anything. I want to make my life worth living and worth remembering.

Heavenly Father protect us, guide us, and cherish us.

Thursday, March 12, 2009

Sex and the City





I can't get enough of "sex and the city". I never get tired of it: the fashion, the girls, the city, the energy, etc. The girls wear such eye catching outfits that are so beautiful and unique to who they are. And you can tell that it's not just their fashion that is powerful and bold, but they themselves as women are. Plus, they're hilarious.

Our bodies are special, unique, and beautiful. Why not decorate them with something that makes those features stand out? I know how you dress can be the last thing on your mind sometimes, I have my days when I don't care what I look like.. just want to be comfy. But most of the time I like to appreciate the body I was given by putting on something pretty :)

Monday, March 9, 2009

Buds Start To Bloom

WHAT A DAY I HAD!

So I've been pursuing acting for a yr and a half now, since my freshmen yr of college. And flowers are starting to bloom. Last semester I did a showcase in LA for agents and managers to see talent, then I auditioned for one of the agents that was interested in me, then I took an acting class, and today I went back to meet with that same agent. On the way to Santa Monica, I was on the freeway.. blasting music, singing passionately, then out of nowhere I see a tire flying towards me!! I didn't have time to react at all.. my car ran over it, which must've been hard on my car, then I looked in my rearview mirror and the tire hit the front of the car behind me and shattered that person's windshield. I was mortified. But I just took deep breaths... calmed myself down. And reached my destination safely. Thank the Lord.
So I get to the agency early... the assistant tells me I could go chill at a coffee bean around the corner. I got an iced tea, chilled, then drove back over. I was given a commercial copy, 10-15 mins to kinda read through it, then went in to see the agent. It's intimidating going in at first because he doesn't say a word to me before I start.. he just wants me to go, and I want to chat a bit cause I'm nervous. haha. So I read through it a few times, he tells me certain adjustments to make. The last time was a good read through, he liked it. So all was well. Then we got to talking about what's next for me and what to expect. He decided to represent me! We talked more about what the future will look like, it was such a great talk, I'm very excited and hopeful. It was so surreal to be signing the contracts. Like a weight was being lifted. I did it, and all on my own.. well not completely on my own. God has a part in every step we take. Part of me was doubtful that I'd ever get this far even, but I did and it's such a blessing. I hope God will guide me in this adventure and reassure me that this is right for me to see where this could lead.
The only thing that was a downer is that I'll have to spend most of the summer in California, which is kinda disappointing because I want to be with my family and see friends. But I'm sure it'll be just fine, I'll have my own place by then, family and friends can come stay with me if they want, and I can stay part of the time with a friend who lives near LA. Oh and I really need to figure out a way to pay for some necessities like new headshots, an acting class for film/tv auditions... I'm hoping to get a part time job here soon. Or maybe I'll be able to figure out another way in the mean time. Hopefully that works out.

Saturday, March 7, 2009

Study Abroad

I really want to study abroad the summer before my senior year of college and I've already started thinking of places I'd like to go...

AUSTRALIA
The land down under. I'm so intrigued by Australia because it's such a mystery to me. I feel like Australia is unlike any other place in the world. I want to experience the beautiful city, the great barrier reef, and the outback.







GREECE
I really want to go to Greece, it's always been a dream of mine. To be in a place with that much history and be in the setting of all the mythical stories I read about in school. And I want to go
to all the gorgeous little islands with the bluest water.







PRAGUE
One of the grandest looking cities in the world. I think of fairytale books when I think of Prague, and the magic it holds. My sister and I have fantasied about going to Prague for quite some time, I think ever since watching "Chasing Liberty".















IRELAND
I know I'll go to Ireland someday partly because I'm half Irish, so it would be fun to see where part of my family comes from. The land of plush green, gorgeous castles, and pubs. And the Irish culture seems so fun!