Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Goodbye school days!

This week was the first time in 18years that I have not been in a classroom for the first week of school.  I was reminiscing about that over the weekend and through Monday, as some of my close friends started the school year once again.  I graduated last December, with a Bachelor's degree in English and a minor in Communication Studies.  I have decided (for the time being) that grad school is not for me.  But I have to admit, I am not completely against it, like I was originally.  After exploring Europe this past summer I realized that there is much more for me to learn about the world I live in.  That being said, I am very happy to be spending my days at the TOAST office, rather than the classroom.  I have to admit it is an odd and freeing feeling, but also a tad bit scary.  Thinking of all the possibilities my future might hold is very exciting.  But not having the certainty of classes and a schedule, and the ever present "this is what you are supposed to be doing" thoughts, I do feel a little overwhelmed by the open-endedness of it all.  I feel a little like I'm just "playing" at being an adult, like I'm playing dress-up, but at the end of the day, the costumes get put away and my mom will tuck me in, but that isn't the case, the bills in my mailbox and student loans bring me back to reality fairly quickly.
All of this to say, I am very excited for this new season in my life. I have so many options that I am exploring. Many of my friends have deemed it our "freshman year of life"  I think that's an appropriate description.  For now I am excited to pursue this adventure, and be prayerful about all future decisions, we shall see where my life leads..... Thank you for listening my my ramblings, I hope you have a fabulous day!

xoxo
josslynn nicole

Monday, August 29, 2011

Break out the tissue boxes


A real life story of heroics.  So happy to see Hollywood doing a movie worth while. This is the story of someone taking a real leap.
xoxo
josslynn nicole.

Leaping in faith...


The Leap.

by: illana burk of makeness.

You stand there… looking at the divide that stands between what you have and what you want.

The chasm is where all the things you’re afraid of lie – waiting in the quiet shadows. They don’t even notice you. They share their quiet existence only with themselves – creeping softly in the dark.
But you feel them – whispering at you to back off of the ledge, and head back to safety.
But you’re ready.
You WANT what’s on the other side.
You NEED what’s on the other side.
So you stand there. Firmly planted. And think about how you got here.
A lifetime of tiny choices – missteps – failures – triumphs.
A career of excellence and shortcomings.
A thousand encouraging words – and even more that stung to the core.
You stand here because you were meant to.
You were driven to.
You have to.
And now, here you stand, firmly planted.
Hoping the the path rises up to meet your fearful feet.
Hoping that this last test is one you can pass.
Hoping that what’s on the other side is worth it.
Hoping that you have enough faith to unearth one foot, and then the other to take that first step – eyes closed – into the dark.
The only sound you hear is the quickening thump in your chest.
Thump Thump
Thump Thump
Thump Thump
Your palms ache from being squeezed beneath you nervous fingers.
You wish, more than anything that someone would just give you a push.
The voice in your head is telling you all the reasons why this is a bad idea.
You could go back to the job you hate.
You could tell your friends and family the same thousand excuses you’ve used before when you failed in this moment.
They will love you anyway.
You could turn around right now and no one would judge you.
And that voice is right.
You could do any of those things, and it would all be ok.
But you know something that little voice in your head doesn’t.
You are ready.
This time IS different.
You’re ready to have the life you’ve always wanted.
You’re ready to risk it all.
You’re ready to be the exception, not the rule.
You have that fire inside you that tells you that no matter what, all roads lead here.
To this very spot.
Firmly planted.
Terrified.
But Brave.
Ready.
Calm.
The voice in your head quiets.
And all you hear is the sound of One. Long. Slow. Breath.
In…
and Out…..
Any you’re not hoping anymore.
Now, you know.
You know that this is it.
You know that the money will come.
You know that you are brilliant.
You know that the road will rise up to meet you.
You know that this path – is the only path, and the one you traveled to get here is gone.
And you CAN do this.
And you are not afraid anymore.
And you are certain.
And you know that It. Will. Be. Flipping. Amazing.
You know this.
Right now.
You know this.
And the earth around your feet begins to soften.
And your fingers tingle with excitement.
And your heartbeat begins to slow.
There is only one think left to do.
You open your eyes.
And you LEAP!

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Grateful!

1. for roommates
2. Los Angeles
3. and the people who live and serve in it
4. my job
5. Reality LA

Thursday, August 25, 2011

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Jim Sturgess

Fell in love with him in "One Day" He definitely did Dex justice.
xoxo
josslynn nicole

A taste of life...

After weeks of travel, I have finally found my way back home. The beautiful blue ocean greeted me as I headed down the 101 on Monday and I don't think I've ever been happier.

xoxo
josslynn nicole

Thursday, August 11, 2011

A single link... that packs a punch

Today I decided that this link was enough to post, it is such a perfect description of how I am feeling and it is a wonderful source of encouragement.  It also comes from a blog that is currently taking up all of my time because I am in love with all aspects of it...

Change!

xoxo
josslynn nicole



Tuesday, August 9, 2011

It's kind of like a regency novel...

So... this week it has been like I went back in time.  I am cohort of the kitchen staff, a listener for the babysitter, a silent partner to the 3 year old.  Currently I am working as a nanny for a newborn in a mansion in Palm Springs. I feel like I have been transported back in time.  it is quite the experience. but not unpleasant.  We shall see how it goes.

xoxo
josslynn nicole

Sunday, August 7, 2011

Sunday grateful ....

1. for cupcake deliveries
2. for mommys (mine in particular)
3. for peter pan complex
4. for inspiration
5. for new roommates

xoxo
josslynn nicole

Friday, August 5, 2011

Loverly...

1. my heart wanders
2. not your average book club
3. glitter!
4. how to talk to little girls
5. bat girl?... I want this print
6.love all these beautiful pictures
7. lovely blog

xoxo
josslynn nicole