I haven't been on this in awhile. Just felt like jotting my thoughts down somewhere. I am desperately trying to make my life less stressful, and allowing myself to relax on occasion. Writing tends to help. I am also getting to bed about four hours earlier than usual, so that is a great thing! Good things to keep in mind: Don't forget to smile. Try to find service to do during the day. Breathe. And one other thing that I have found extremely important lately; listen to uplifting music. Especially since coming to school and having 80% of my day enveloped in music, good and encouraging music has become an even higher priority than it used to be. I may post some examples at a later date. For now...goodnight cyberspace!
Monday, October 24, 2011
Monday, January 3, 2011
The Right Thought(s)
"For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone."
-Audrey Hepburn
This newfound quote may become my personal daily mantra. Not that I have any particular mantra that I repeat to myself daily, unless "shut your mouth!" counts. I have always really admired Audrey Hepburn, and when I found this quote, I grabbed it. Electronically, anyway.
Today has been a pretty good day to be honest. I should have dragged myself up off the couch a little bit earlier, but I still got a lot of things done anyhow. Eurydice rehearsals began yesterday. I am excited for the process and its final product. It's a lovely show, and I am sure it will do really well. I am still finishing up working on finding the right music for the show, and I'm loving doing the research.
My N. Y. S. (New Year Resolutions) were written on the 1st, and of the 10 that I have decided on, I have been able to work on three or four. I have been perfectly consistent with one. I consider that an accomplishment. The resolutions that involve patience or anything personality related will take much longer, I assume. That being said, I am ready for the challenge.
Music definitely delights the soul. Yesterday, I began my month as pianst in Sacrament Meeting. Sis. Griggs and I trade off every other month, and ususally, I dread my month as being the pianst. I usually never practice more than one or two days in advance, and so I miss a lot of notes. The congregation's unintentional funeral march pace makes me feel that I am pushing a car uphill, and my nerves cause me to forget to breathe as I play. However, I decided to practice as far in advance as possible this time around. Although the funeral march was still present, the hill was not quite as steep as I gradually attempted to speed the pace while playing mostly correct notes.
Directly after first hour, I was asked to play piano in Primary. Who doesn't want an excuse of skipping class because an adult told so? I said "Yes!" probably a little too eagerly, and headed to the Primary room. Unbeknownst to me, our ward's Primary class has expanded enough that we had to seperate them into Junior and Senior classes. It is an exciting thing, but sad at the same time. So, I played for both classes. I actually really enjoyed being in there with all the four to twelve year olds. I know, I know, a room full of little children who get their heads stuck in their chair (that actually happened yesterday), or half their goldfish while crumbling the other half onto the floor sounds like a traumatic experience. It may be for some people, but I didn't really see it that way. I was actually amazed by those little, reverent people who came in as I was playing prelude in their Sunday best clothes, shiny shoes, with arms folded and almost completely silent mouths. Okay, so most of them did chatter away as they came into class, but for a few seconds, they all did look very quiet. I felt joy everytime they guessed what song I was playing in a game we played, and how they all delightfully spoke out of turn when asked what Primary song that they would like to sing for closing. I loved every minute of it, and would gladly "skip" class again to participate in their clases.
Yes, this evening finds me in a peaceful and thoughtful mood. Of course, there are many, many things to be done and deadlines to be met, but I wanted to take the time to think about the positive things I experience. The joy one can feel over simple things is a joy that should be cherished. Remembering to smile is important, and I want to do so. Documenting the good things in life will keep you in check when good things are hard to come by. 
A super cheesy but true "MormonAd" that reminds me of, well, me.
Have a great Monday!
Jess
Saturday, January 1, 2011
Midnight changed things around...
It's 2011, and one of my goals is to be more consistent in writing. I enjoy writing, but most of what I write are papers for school, and I don't want to limit my talents to boring research papers. ;) So, just a few things for now, recommendations, if you will. Here is what I'm currently thinking of in a media sense.
Book to read: 
The begining of The Infernal Devices, a prequel series to one of my favorite book series,The Mortal Instruments. Set in Victorian-Age England, it is quickly enjoyable as the terror and suspense begins in the first page. Even if one has not read The Mortal Instruments, it is one that I would recommend. Delightfully hilarious and suprisngly scary, it is a favorite.
TV Show to watch: 
Don't laugh at me, Avatar: the Last Airbender has kept me immensely entertained in the process of recovery of losing my wisdom teeth. I am no longer intelligent and wise. You may take a moment of silence for my loss.
So- moving on! All three seasons, or "books" are already on DVD and Netlix InstantWatch, if you have access to that. This show was on tv several years ago, but I love it. Really. Go check it out.
Song to listen to: (I can't even pick artists, I'm too picky. This song choice will probably change once I post this, too.)
Little Romance- Ingrid Michaelson
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vedIWzszUw4&feature=&p=CB1626E9C0568ACE&index=0&playnext=1
SUCH a cute song, and I love Ingrid Michaelson anyway. She has the most perfect lyrics in her songs. Love her. Listen to her. Be happy. ;)
I have other things to mention, but I'll hold those off so I have a reason to get back on here, haha.
Have a wonderful January 1st!
Jess
Saturday, November 20, 2010
The Chosen One... Well, For Now Anyways!
New blog soon to come...
-Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1. LOVED IT! I usually don't like the movies, and I really think I like this one because I purposefully did not re-read the book before I saw the movie. Point is, it's great! I got a Gryffinfor scarf as an early birthday present to wear to the midnight showing. There will be a picture of said scarf soon. I lent it to a friend and can't wait to get it back.
Hilarious quotes from the movie. Taken from memory, they are not word perfect.
*MAY CONTAIN SLIGHT SPOILERS!!*
(At the Dursley's)
Fleur: "Don't look at me. I'm hideous."
(At the Weasley's)
George: "Good morrrning."
(At the wedding)
Luna: "C'mom dad. Harry doesn't want to talk to us right now, he's just too polite to say so.
(At the Ministry of Magic)
Ron: "Good morning."
Harry: "Ron, it's me."
Ron: "Oh, hey!! I'd forgotten what you looked like."
(On the Hogwarts Express)
Neville: "Hey losers. He's not here."
(In the tent)
Hermione: "Oh my gosh."
Harry: "What?!"
(Also in the tent)
Harry: "Ingorgio."
Harry and Ron: "FINITE!!!"
(In the basement of Malfoy Manor)
Harry: "So you can apparate in and out of here?"
Dobby: "Yes. I'm an elf."
*Sniffles* Can't believe how much they've grown up! 
I LOVE THE WEASLEYS. Seriously, I have a major crush on those red-headed boys. And Ginny's a tough girl that makes me laugh. (Please click the picture so you can see the whole thing. It's fantastic. Stupid Blogger for cutting it in half.)
This is from the 6th film, but I really wanted to find a picture of Tonks and Lupin that wasn't clipped together...so this is what I found. I love them. :)
Ahhh... I can't wait to see it again.
Have a great Saturday!
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Monday, November 1, 2010
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Happiness is the key you want in your pocket.
See the double rainbow? :) This way on our way back from Utah this summer.
Songs:
Hollywood- Michael Buble
Hidden Away- Josh Groban
The Chain- Ingrid Michaelson
Lies- Marketa Irglova and Glen Hansard
Horchata- Vampire Weekend
Campus- Vampire Weekend
Head Over Feet- Alanis Morisette
News: All 33 miners from the mine collapse way back in August in Chile have been rescued. YAY! It's an incredible feat and bless the miners, their familes and the rescue team(s) involved. This is such an interesting story. I'd look it up if I were you. A wonderful miracle that reminds me that the world is much bigger than I realize.
Happy Wednesday!
Jess
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