Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 8-12-14

Today I am grateful for:
-a relaxing day at home.
-one last adventure into Portland!
This incredible ice cream place!
And of course Voodoo Doughnuts.
Because duh.
-walking around Portland seeing parks and cute stores.
-meeting up with Jaime's friends and having dinner
-Jaime being so amazing and hosting me for this trip. It was simply outstanding and just what I needed. So wonderful.
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Gratitude on the go! 8-11-14

Today I am grateful for:
-a relaxing morning/afternoon watching scary movies.
-an adventure at the Oregon Garden! 
So beautiful and so much milk.
-Robin Williams. The great comedian was found dead this morning. Evidence points to him taking his own life. I cannot express how sad this makes me. Depression is a lying mother fucker and I'm so upset that it won the battle he was fighting. As someone who suffers from bouts of depression I know how hard and awful it can be. There is always help. No one is alone. It feels like that sometimes, but there is always, always help. Thank you for all your amazing laughs you gave to the world, Robin Williams. Thank you for inspiring me and making my childhood a magical time with your incredible characters. You will be missed.
-these quotes:

"Look past your thoughts, so you may drink the pure nectar of this moment."
"Keep in mind that neither success nor failure is ever final."
-my support system. Even if I don't call upon them I'm aware that they're there and will help and go to bat for me if I need them to.
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends


Gratitude on the go! 8-10-14

Today I am grateful for:
-a hiking adventure in Silver Falls State Park! 
A waterfall!
So many beautiful views and hilarious signs
These two adorable goobers 
Don't go chasing waterfalls!
On top of a mountain! 
-ending the day with homemade pizza
OM NOM NOM NOM

Gratitude on the go! 8-9-14

Today I am grateful for:
-being able to go to lizgibbs wedding. It was stunning. Jaime, Trevor, Litza, and I drove for about an hour to the middle of nowhere where this incredibly beautiful vineyard was located. Wild turkeys roamed as well as horses and cows and everything was so green. There was also no reception since it was in the boonies. We all settled in for the the ceremony, which was literally 15 minutes long, and the rest was a giant party! They served us hors d'oeuvres, endless freshly squeezed strawberry lemonade (as well as an open bar), there was a live band and so much more! It was so wonderful to catch up with Gibbs and celebrate her big day! I am still so honored that she invited me to the wedding! 
The gorgeous view of the vineyard.
These gorgeous ladies
The beautiful bride and groom
The Dessert Buffet
Gotta love chocolate sewers. :-P
A parting gift for all the guests
A just one more compilation of the venue. Incredible.   

Gratitude on the go! 8-8-14

Today I am grateful for:
-a safe flight to Portland 
-catching up with Litza and Jaime! 
-mani/pedis
-this quote:
"A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men."
-ice cream trucks
-Litza having cash :)
-homemade breakfast and dinner 
-laughter 
-the basics
-as always my friends



Gratitude on the go! 8-6-14

Today I am grateful for:
-this quote:
"Of all the means which wisdom acquires to ensure happiness throughout the whole of life, by far the most important is friendship."
-Brittany+Brasa reunion. Outstanding!
The best!
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Wednesday, July 30, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-30-14

Today I am grateful for:
"By trusting, we learn to trust."
"Friendship is the source of the greatest pleasures, and without friends even the most agreeable pursuits become tedious."
-the weather 
-fro-yo with kdog
-laughter 
-putting music together with bead 
-dubbing soap operas 
-the basics
-as always, my friends 

Tuesday, July 29, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-29-14

Today I am grateful for:
-the beautiful weather
-a quieter day at the History Center
-having the afternoon/evening free to catch up on emails
-the truth. It sometimes stings like a mother fucker but I'd rather have that then a lie.
-remembering moments of happiness. As Amy puts it, "That's what this is all about."
-email
-Tiny Beautiful Things
-laughter
-Tuesday night trivia
-the basics
-late night happy hour with Emily and friends
-as always, my friends

Monday, July 28, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-28-14

Today I am grateful for:
-a surprise day off. Perfect timing too since this morning I was feeling very under the weather.
-a long phone call with Zarah. Great to catch up.
-Netflix ;)
-laughter
-egg drop soup
-cough drops
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Gratitude on the go! 7-27-14

Today I am grateful for:
-a chill morning
-a steady day at the museum
-double movie feature. Hercules and Lucy. They were both nothing like I expected. Not in a good way either.
-Netflix
-the movie Stir Crazy. Freakin hysterical!
-laughter
-the show the leftovers
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Gratitude on the go! 7-26-14

Today I am grateful for:
-these quotes:
"Travel and change of place impart new vigour to the mind."
"Begin every day with the wonderment of not knowing what life is all about."
-A fun full day at the museum
-Are You Afraid of the Dark.
-uncontrollable laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Friday, July 25, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-25-14

Today I am grateful for:
-being done with house sitting. It was good and I always appreciate the money, but it was kind of a pain this time around.
-the show at the History Center going well. I was a bit nervous.
-my dress from ModCloth coming in the mail. I'm not gonna lie, I'm in love with it. It is so awesome I can hardly stand it! I'm gonna try to accessorise with it a bit still, but seriously all I want to do is wear that dress everywhere. Might have been one of my greatest purchases. On par with the green dress for sure.
-a great audience
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Gratitude on the go! 7-24-14

Today I am grateful for:
-a shorter rehearsal
-good water pressure
-Netflix ;)
-a really fun improv set
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Gratitude on the go! 7-23-14

Today I am grateful for:
-being able to sleep in a bit
-kdog asking to get bento box. Also we pretended to get engaged and as a result got free cheesecake. BOOM! 
Our server was so nice!
Free cheesecake! #blessed 
-so much laughter! 
-the beautiful weather
-taking a nap. :)
-watching movies late at night
-the basics
- as always, my friends 


Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-22-14

Today I am grateful for:
-this quote:
"Never go to excess, but let moderation be your guide."
-my therapist
-a good meeting about the youth program 
-watching Maisie. She's so freakin adorable! 
-trivia! I seriously have so much fun with the team. And we got first place! Woot! 
-laughter 
-YouTube having every episode of are you afraid of the dark.
-the laughter enduced by dubbing over the voices of are you afraid of the dark. 
-the basics
-some amazing emails recently.
-Jaime booking her tickets to MPLS in October! 
-AC 
-as always, my friends 

Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-21-14

Today I am grateful for:
-being able to sleep in
-lunch with padre
-a triple movie feature! Started with Dawn of the Planet of the Apes. Awesome movie. We tried to go to Transformers 3, but our 3D glasses didn't work. So we went to Tammy instead. It was exactly what I expected it to be. Then we decided to dip to our third and final movie Purge: Anarchy. I have only ever done that once before and it was awesome.
-hanging out with Hannah and Josh
-Tom texting to get tacos and talk about our up coming non-show show. We both are feeling pretty much the same. Mixed.
-late night hangouts. It was just that. A hang out. Yes I wanted it to be more, but in a way I think it was good to just hang. Don't want to rush into anything again. Doesn't mean I don't want to though. I'm trying to do my best to give him some space. I think I need the space too. It's hard though.
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Sunday, July 20, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-20-14

Today I am grateful for:
-the wonderful weather
-a good day at the museum
-podcasts
-my godson. It's his 10th birthday today. I cannot believe it. I remember seeing him just a month after he was born. I hope he's having the best birthday
-hanging out with a bunch of people at Tom and Anna's. It was super chill, which was really nice. We played lawn games and ate snacks, then later went and got tacos! A good night was had by all.
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Saturday, July 19, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-19-14

Today I am grateful for:
-these quotes:
"The beauty of life is, while we cannot undo what is done, we can see it, understand it, learn from it and change."
"The privilege of a lifetime is being who you are."
-having a really lounge about day. I got to sleep in, I watched some crappy tv, catch up on emails, and stay in my pjs for the majority of the afternoon
-hanging out with kdog. We're on the same page most of the time and it is wonderful. "Pier One!"
-a really fun show at the workshop. It was Tom's birthday so there was a lot of great energy.
-being put into an improv structure that I've never done before. I'm not gonna lie, I was pretty scared, but I did it! Do things that scare you right? I actually had a lot of fun and felt very supported. Don't really remembered what happened. Just kind of had to trust my gut, close my eyes, and do it. And I did it. Boom! #yellowyolo
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends 

Friday, July 18, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-18-14

Today I am grateful for:
-these quotes:
"Don't settle for a relationship that wont let you be yourself."
"Live and work but do not forget to play, to have fun in life and really enjoy it."
"Regret is useless in life. It's in the past. All we have is now."
-the guy on the side of the road that had a sign that said, "smile." It did indeed make me smile. I know my face was being super grumpy so it was nice to feel the switch. :)
-smiles
-having lunch with Hannah
-the outstanding weather
-some really wonderful emails that has given me a lot to think about
-a really fun show and improv set tonight. Great energy between everyone. 
-laughter
-late night drives with Padre
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Thursday, July 17, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-17-14

Today I am grateful for:
-these quotes:
"Each friend represents a World in us, a World possibly not born until they arrive."
"Forgiveness is the finishing of old business that allows us to experience the present, free of contamination from the past."
-a great night of sleep
-watching Maisie today! She's gotten so big. I think she still remembers me. She smiled like she did anyway. :)
-getting a very long over due apology. Yes it makes me extremely confused about everything all over again, but I'm still glad I got the apology.
-having dinner with Amanda. 
-laughter
-hugs
-scary movies
-chatting with Jaime online. She's gonna be coming to MPLS this october! So exciting.
-Jaime helping me buy a dress online. There was only one left and I'm hoping that it's the right size! :) #YOLO
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-16-14

Today I am grateful for:
-a good night's sleep
-another solo adventure day!
Went to the International Spy Museum.
They give you secret identities and a mission that you get quizzed on.
So. Cool.

Went to lunch at Nando's.
Yes I had it twice in two days.
#sorrynotsorry
Went to the National Portrait Gallery
Probably should have gone when I had more time
Snapped a few quick pics though! 
And this is a pic from Tuesday night.
Six years later and we were able to pick right back up!
A good night of reminiscing.
-more H-Time.
-Getting to spend time with Nora. It was so great to see her and catch up with her. She is wonderful. I cannot wait to see her again.
-laughter
-the Metro being so easy to figure out
-podcasts
-a really smooth plane ride
-Amanda picking me up from the airport. It was super nice of her. I kind of babbled on and on about my trip. She was super nice and listened to all of my ramblings.
-the incredible harvest moon tonight. It was low in the sky, a deep autumn orange surrounded by clouds. Just beautiful.
-being able to take this trip. I forgot how much I love to travel, explore, and of course see my friends. It fills me with such joy. I cannot wait for my next trip to Portland!
-the basics
-as always, my friends


Tuesday, July 15, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-15-14

Today I am grateful for:
-sleeping in
-a solo adventure in DC. I went to the Air and Space Museum, the Washington Monument, and the Holocaust Museum. It was nice to be by myself so I could take as much or as little time as I wanted at each place
-meeting up with Danielle. It's been Six years since we've seen one another. Not much has changed. It was pretty superb. 
-Nandos! Got dinner there tonight. Probs gonna go again for lunch tomorrow. Maybe even dinner. :) 
-laughter 
-the basics
-as always, my friends 

Monday, July 14, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-14-14

Today I am grateful for:
-this quote:
"I was irrevocably betrothed to laughter, the sound of which has always seemed to me the most civilised music in the world."
-arriving safely in DC. 
-being able to nap a bit after my flight
-h-time with Nora! 
-not getting rained on at the saw a Bareilles concert
-Sara Bareilles. This is my 5th time seeing her in concert and she gets better every single time. The concert was incredible. I honestly think she sounds better live than recorded. She did some insanely amazing covers, her banter is spot on, and I felt all the feels. She's amazing. Absolutely amazing. I'm so glad Nora got tickets. 
-laughter 
-the basics
-as always, my friends 

Sunday, July 13, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-13-14

Today I am grateful for:
-an easy day at the museum.
-spending the evening with Anna. We went to the All Star Celebrity Softball game. It was actually really fun! We got seats in her dad's suite and we were the only ones there! The game only had 6 innings and at the end of the night there were fireworks. Also the weather could not have been more perfect. It was a pretty ideal night all around in terms of baseball. Not to mention getting free yogurt, beer, and a pecan bar. Definitely a good time! :)
-a pretty low key day overall.
-laughter
-free parking
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Gratitude on the go! 7-12-14

Today I am grateful for:
-sleeping until I couldn't sleep anymore
-hanging out with Amanda.
-hanging out with Anna
-laughter
-the show The Leftovers
-a long tech and opening weekend being finished
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Friday, July 11, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-11-14

Today I am grateful for:
-another good night of sleep. Thank you melatonin!
-wrapping up the show at the History Center. It was a good time. I enjoyed the people I worked with and the show itself. I'm also excited to be doing another one in a couple weeks
-podcasts
-the workshop show finally opening. It's been more stressful than past shows but the finished product is really great. :)
-laughter
-getting some really nice compliments from past alums of the workshop.
-being in my bed
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Thursday, July 10, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-10-14

Today I am grateful for:
-Beautiful weather
-melatonin
-podcasts
-smiles
-music
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-9-14

Today I am grateful for:
-these quotes:
"Gray skies are just clouds passing over."
"To be beautiful means to be yourself. You don't need to be accepted by others. You need to accept yourself."
-a day with Amanda. We went and saw a morning movie (The Devil Inside Us. It was good!) and then got tacos.
-a couple hours of hanging on the couch and watching friends/taking a nap. Wonderful.
-Laura coming over and watching Faerie Tale Theatre while eating popsicles.
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Tuesday, July 8, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-8-14

Today I am grateful for:
-a good night sleep. Lots of dreams
-my therapist. Really good session today. I really appreciate the days that feel more conversational as opposed to, for lack of a better term, "shrinky." A couple of things really stuck out to me today. The first one was when we were talking about guys and taking a moment to recognize that it wasn't a big deal anymore. It was no longer anxiety inducing, overwhelming, traumatic, or nearly impossible. We both agreed that it was, again, for lack of a better word, "Normal." The second thing that stuck out was that while again on the subject of guys a huge trailer of horses drove by. We both looked out the window for a second and continued our conversation. About...maybe three or four minutes later I had to stop to address how incredibly ironic it was that we were talking about guys and how things are normalizing and a huge trailer full of horses went by us. We both had a really good laugh.
-stopping by to see amanda at work. Had some cheap breakfast and chatted a bit.
-getting a paycheck that helped cover my plane ticket to Portland
-buying a plane ticket to portland! Four weeks baby. And only 5 more days until DC! #winning
-having a bit of down time
-trivia. I came late but it was still a blast. We got third! We were a half a point away from second.
-Amanda helping me with my lines. And then eating cheese its and ice cream in bed. #morewinning
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends.

Monday, July 7, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-7-14

Today I am grateful for:
-having the whole day off.
-daring greatly and asking that guy out. Still don't know what's really going on. Figuring it out.
-being able to see Hannah in her first Show X!
-going out for drinks after and having some really good, deep conversations.
-Laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Sunday, July 6, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-6-14

Today I am grateful for:
-waking up naturally
-a fun day at the museum. Good crowds. Short shift.
-having quite the adventure with Kdog. He had a gift certificate to coldstone so we looked up on our phone where the closest one was. Turns out it was the MOA. So we head out there and decided to get dinner while we were there too. We had to get a wheelchair because of his surgery, then we had to go to the completely opposite side of the mall to get cold stone only to realize that that the mall was closing in 30 minutes. So we got some dinner at the food court, traveled back across the mall to return the wheel chair, and then got in the car to travel to Eagan (?) to get cold stone. It was a lot of fun. Silly, silly fun.
-laughter
-finishing all my laundry!
-AC
-Sara Bareilles. I can't count the number of times I've listened to her music to help me through some stuff.
-this article. I made me actually lol by myself. I'm a fan of Lindy West.
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Saturday, July 5, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-5-14

Today I am grateful for:
-sleeping in. My body must have needed it. I set my alarm for 9am, and slept until 11.
-finally being able to do laundry!
-being able to recognize shame more easily. Definitely had a bit a shame storm tonight. Although I felt like I handled it best I could. It saddens me that other people's words can effect me so strongly still.
-music
-hot showers
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Friday, July 4, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-4-14

Today I am grateful for:
-being able to sleep in
-having brunch with Padre
-spending time with Kdog.
-having another potential dinner date. Still not really sure if it's more than just a friendly hangout, but so far I'm really good with things moving slow. I'm definitely still having some lingering heartache from MM. Either that or PMS. Or both. Probs both
-seeing fireworks with Kdog.
-Kdog just getting me. I never have to pretend to be something that I'm not around him. It's a real blessing.
-so much laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends.

Wednesday, July 2, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-2-14

Today I am grateful for:
-the beautiful weather
-our first preview under our belts. It happened. I don't remember much except that it happened. :)
-seeing Ruth! She's back in town for the next week. I'm glad we were able to cross paths.
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Tuesday, July 1, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 7-1-14

Today I am grateful for:
-this quote:
"If the mind wants to wander for a while, let it. So what? Clouds cover the sun for a moment but do not destroy it."
-having a pretty solid night's sleep.
-a long day of tech being over
-potentially going on a date? I don't know if it actually was or not. Might have just been a hang out. #idontgetdating Either way, it was fun! I couldn't have been more myself if I tried so...I think that's a plus.
-laughter
-the beautiful views of this city.
-the elf tree.
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Monday, June 30, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-30-14

Today I am grateful for:
-Two fun voice overs. One with Augsburg and one with the YMCA.
-padre totally saving my butt by giving me a ride to my car.
-laughter
-one minute at a time
-remembering to breathe
-padre taking me for a quick drive tonight. It was something I needed.
-the basics
-my bed
-ice cream
-as always, my friends

Sunday, June 29, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-29-14

Today I am grateful for:
-this quote:
"We must be willing to let go of the life we have planned, so as to accept the life that is waiting for us."
-taking a very unexpected nap today. Like, really unexpected. It was epic. It was good though. I listened to my body. Before the nap I was feeling pretty overwhelmed still. After I felt much, much better.
-a productive rehearsal. We have a lot to do in the next few days, but I felt like progress was definitely made today.
-laughter
-Pride weekend. There's always such a buzz in the air. It's wonderful to watch everyone celebrate. So much happiness. SO much glitter. Love is love is love!
-Late night happy hour at chino with Emily.
-the basics
-the stars being out tonight
-as always, my friends.

Saturday, June 28, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-28-14

Today I am grateful for:
-seeing Kevin. He was a bit loopy, but it was kind of awesome. I'm glad he's doing better.
-laughter
-closing night of the show. It was a pretty darn rad show and it was the perfect time to retire it.
-being present. I definitely had some anxiety tonight. I think it's a combination of things kind of piling up with work, having a lot to memorize, overbooking myself, pms, not really being able to get myself to the gym, boys, being slightly triggered*, etc. All the things. All the things usually equals feeling overwhelmed which usually results in a melt down. I'm trying to combat it. I.e, breathing, egboking, checking in with what my body need. It worked for when I was around people, then when I was alone it was just time for a good old fashion melt.
-the basics
-as always, my friends

*not really sure if there's such a thing as being slightly triggered. It's probably just being triggered.

Gratitude on the go! 6-27-14

Today I am grateful for:
-these quotes:
"Since you are like no other being ever created since the beginning of time, you are incomparable."
"Mindfulness means paying attention in a particular way - on purpose, in the present moment, and without judgement."
 -the beautiful weather
-finding another 4 leaf clover. And then finding a FIVE leaf clover. #dontdrinkthewater
-laughter. Particularly playing bad rap. I really lost my shit tonight. 
-improv
-the night sky
-Tom walking me back to my car late at night. I said I didn't need it, but I'm glad he did in the end.
-EGBOK
-the basics
-as always, my friends 

Thursday, June 26, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-26-14

Today I am grateful for:
"The more conscious you become, the more aware you become of how unconscious you've been."
"The single most revolutionary thing you can do is recognize that you are enough."
-the history center gig. It's a lot of fun. :)
-the insanely perfect weather
-a fun improv set. I felt very strong about my character choices
-TCIF. I'm so glad I was able to see some shows tonight. Everyone totally killed. I fucking love improv
-Improv. Seriously. So grateful.
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends 

Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-25-14

Today I am grateful for:
-this quote:
"Try to arrange things so that you can have a reasonable bit of quiet every day."
-public transportation
-podcasts. Particularly Radiolab and Stuff Mom Never Told You.
-Augsburg Fortress
-Soups to go! Seriously. The soup I had today was the bomb.com. I was over the moon about it. I love soups!
-some quiet time
-being able to go see Obvious Child with Amanda. 1. It was great to hang with Amanda for a bit. and 2. The movie was amazing. A.mazing. I heart me some Jenny Slate.
-Marcel The Shell:

-laughter
-Bestie by Bestie
-car rides with Padre
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Tuesday, June 24, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-24-14

Today I am grateful for:
-My therapist. We had a good chat about anger again and I feel like I'm understanding it more and more and hopefully will one day be able to process it and not feel like I'm going to explode. Lots of good metaphors were used. Peanut M&Ms. Remember Peanut M&Ms.
-the beautiful weather outside.
-podcasts
-this link about Minnesota 
-my trainer really pushing me today
-hanging out with Lydia and watching 10 Things I Hate About You. So fun.
-trivia. We did really well tonight. #Soundroundamiright?
-accents. I forgot how much joy they bring me. I forget I was almost going to study them.  #begferabigbag
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends


Monday, June 23, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-23-14

Today I am grateful for:
-This article. It's about what not to say to your sober friend. I've most definitely been asked a bunch of these questions before. It was nice to read something like this. I didn't realize it was so universal. I always kind of thought I was the odd one out.
-the stunning weather. 75 degrees and sunny with a slight breeze. Can't get much better than that!
-a productive rehearsal
-spending time with Kdog out by the lake again.
-so much laughter
-the basics
-watching Escape From Tomorrow on Netflix with Jaime. It was a really strange movie, but I actually enjoyed it! More than I thought I would for sure.
-fro-yo
-cromecast
-as always, my friends

Sunday, June 22, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-22-14

Today I am grateful for:
-a solid night's sleep
-an easy day at the museum
-this really nice fb post from James Rone. It was totally out of the blue and really made my night.
Thanks, James! You're a really solid dude. 
-Kdog. He told me something pretty serious today. I could tell he was trying to reassure me and make sure I knew he was going to be okay, but I could also tell he's worried. I'm worried too. I tried to keep things light on his request though so we got fro-yo and sat by the lake and people watched. I appreciate that he trusts me enough to open up and talk to me about what's going on. I'm definitely conflicted with how I'm feeling. I told him that I'm there for him for whatever he needs but I wish I would have said more. I should have told him I'm stupid annoying when it comes to making sure my friends are okay but I didn't. He's in my thoughts for sure.
The beautiful view of downtown.
It's been raining a lot so the lakes are overflowing.
Still a wonderful view. 
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends


Gratitude on the go! 6-21-14

Today I am grateful for:
-these quotes:
"Only those who dare to fail greatly can ever achieve greatly."
"Great moments often catch us unaware - beautifully wrapped in what others may consider a small one."
"Your mind will answer most questions if you learn to relax and wait for the answer."
-the random guy in a car driving by just belting, "word up!" He asked me to sing along as he was stopped at a red light. It was a pretty epic moment. He put a big smile on my face. 
-the summer solstice! My favorite day of the year. The longest day of sunlight equals the best day.
-having an impromptu dinner date with Roomie. We planned on hanging out two other times this week. Boom.
-having a fun discovery of a character on stage tonight. It felt very organic and that was wonderful. I was a lunch lady who didn't have any legs. That's all I'll say. :)
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends 

Friday, June 20, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-20-14

Today I am grateful for:
-my doctor. Got my anual physical today and I am just reminded again how much I really love my GP. She listens and is super non-judgementle and is very cool about talking everything through with me. I'm such a fan. 
-all the people at Allina Clinic. They're all really kind. 
-spending the afternoon with kdog. Bento lunches followed by fro-yo by the lake. We talked about our celebrity crushes and enjoyed the beautiful weather. It was really wonderful. 
-laughter 
-taking a quick nap. 
-the movie the witches. It's on tv and I cannot stop watching it! It's so good! 
-the basics
-as always, my friends 

Thursday, June 19, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-19-14

Today I am grateful for:
-sleeping in
-being able to spend time with Amanda. We got tacos and went and saw Maleficent. The movie was pretty bad unfortunately, but I'm glad we were able to hang out. :)
-laughter
-the basics
-into the woods. I was reading about the movie version coming out in December and I am still so incredibly grateful that I was able to be in it my freshman year. It's probably one of my favorite musicals of all time. The music is sooo awesome. I also understand the play so much better now than I did when I was 19.
-as always, my friends

Wednesday, June 18, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-18-14

Today I am grateful for:
-these quotes:
"Peace is not the absence of conflict, but the ability to cope with it."
"You cannot truly listen to anyone and do anything else at the same time."
-another successful day at the history center
-having the afternoon to just lounge about. Watched some crappy tv, took a nap, drank a san pellegrino. You know, livin the dream.
-Watching Maisie tonight. She was basically asleep the whole time, but she did wake up once and we made some serious eye contact and she smiled at me. Boom.
-laughter
-the beautiful summer weather
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Tuesday, June 17, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-17-14

Today I am grateful for:
-the shows at the history center going well.
-having a bit of downtime in the afternoon.
-being asked to house sit. It's something I would never have done before, but now that I've started, I love the peace that comes from it.
-going to the OneRepublic concert. They seriously rocked it so hard. Amanda got tickets and we were in a suite in the back and could see everything. It was incredible. They had some mad visuals and the sound was phenomenal. Obviously.
They had a pretty great shout out to MPLS.
Major props to that.
In addition to them already killin it. 
-spending time with Amanda. It's seriously been over a month since we've seen each other for more than like 5 minutes.
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my frineds

Monday, June 16, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-16-14

Today I am grateful for:
-having the afternoon off. I just watched some trashy tv and took a nap. It was wonderful.
-my ED1 class. They were awesome, as usual. It's so much fun to watch their progress throughout the course of the class. I'm excited for them to move on together in the fall.
-Anna letting me come over to watch some tv and dry my laundry. Tom also got me some ice cream, which was super nice. I felt like I might have over stayed my welcome a bit, but sometimes when we get to chatting it's hard to leave. Good times were had.
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Sunday, June 15, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-15-14

Today I am grateful for:
-the insanely perfect weather. It was like 73 and slightly windy and the sun was shining and and and just all the things! 
-great crowds at the museum.
-Padre. What can I say. He's so awesome. And today was a rather kick butt father's day. Came and saw some of my shows at the museum, we went out to dinner, played a round of putt putt golf, and then saw Edge of Tomorrow at the Imax 3D. I don't know what I really say that I haven't already said like a million times. He has always supported me in whatever I've wanted to do. He's listened to me and helped me though so many tough times. He's patient and loving and has been a great example of how to treat other people with respect and without judgement. Hat's off to you, padre. You say that you're proud of me all the time. I have to say right backatcha. 
Throwback to when we both rode scooters like a boss. 1991 maybe?
Our first selfie together. Nailed it. 2014
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends.

Saturday, June 14, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-14-14

Today I am grateful for:
-getting a decent amount of sleep last night
-a pretty chill but busy day at the museum
-flag day! Mostly because it means that it's Bead and Bffl's birthdays. They are some of my favorite people ever so I'm very grateful that they were born. I hope they did all the fun things they wanted to today. 
-a really fun audience tonight. They were great for the improv part as well. It was Northern Sparks night, which can be hard because it's in the ETC, but I thought it went really well. I was also labeled a garden gnome. So...winning. :) 
-Barbie coming to see the show and bringing me a really sweet card and gift card to TJs. So thoughtful. I'm glad she was able to make it. She's good people. 
-laughter
-being horizontal in my bed
-the basics
-the awesome storm that's raging outside. It's pretty wonderful 
-as always, my friends 

Gratitude on the go! 6-13-14

Today I am grateful for:
-sleeping in. It was glorious.
-a productive rehearsal.
-laughter
-seeing a movie after the show. 22 Jump Street. I'd give it a solid B.
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Thursday, June 12, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-12-14

Today I am grateful for:
-Maisie. Today was kind of my unofficial last day of nannying for the summer. I have had such an amazing time watching this kiddo get bigger and discover things. She is a hoot to watch and I'm gonna miss her. I don't know if I'll be asked back in the fall since schedule stuff could be all jumbled up but I hope I'll still be able to be a part of that little kiddo's life.
-the batch of homemade cookies from Rita and Justin. I've never had a batch of cookies made just for me. It's awesome and awful all at the same time. Mostly awesome though. :)
-Amy. It's her birthday today. What can I say that I haven't already said before. She's one of the best. I hope that she had an amazing day filled with all the things that she wanted to do.
-laughter
-crafting
-netflix
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Wednesday, June 11, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-11-14

Today I am grateful for:
-Maisie sleeping like a champ
-the beautiful weather
-the fun side project at the history center I'm working on.
-the history center. It's super gorgeous and has some really interesting exhibits.
-doing a Minneapples show. I was a bit worried about it since it's been awhile since we've all been together, but it was a blast. I felt like our characters were really grounded in reality even though a lot of weird out there stuff happened. We listened hard. And we facetimed Meg! Woo hoo!
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Tuesday, June 10, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-10-14

Today I am grateful for:
-my therapist. We had a really good session today. I honestly can't really put my finger on it. There was laughter. That was nice. We also kind of just talked like...people talk? That doesn't make sense. Like, we talked about tv shows and funny websites. We weren't really "unpacking" things today. More like moving pieces around to get a better idea of the big picture.
-the gorgeous weather
-having some time to clean the apartment.
-trivia. We didn't really do well tonight, but honestly, I don't care about that. I'm really just enjoying spending time with the people who go. It's just a nice bonus when we do well. And like I've said before, I feel like I'm doing a better job contributing these days.
-laughter
-seeing my roommate for a hot second. It's been quite a long time.
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Monday, June 9, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-9-14

Today I am grateful for:
-hanging out with Maisie.
-doing another Cartwheel vo with Target. It's always so much fun to work with them.
-being able to figure out my schedule and do a short play with the history center.
-having an amazing class tonight. Seriously they were on top of their game. They listened really well, they took the feedback I gave them really well. It was awesome. And we all went out for drinks afterward. That was pretty fun too. :)
-laughter
-relaxing showers
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Sunday, June 8, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-8-14

Today I am grateful for:
-a good night's sleep.
-an easy day at the museum
-having the evening to myself. Watched a LOT of OITNB. It's rull good. :)
-Zed
-quiet
-smiles
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Saturday, June 7, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-7-14

Today I am grateful for: 
-this quote:
"Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, I will try again tomorrow."
-OITNB. Can't stop won't stop. 
-Megan and Gus. It was the last day at the workshop for them and they've been super awesome. They will be missed! 
-strongbow on tap! Man it's so good. 
-getting an apology that was long overdue. I wish we could have talked more, but I am grateful for what little was said. 
-late night lake drives.
-laughter 
-the basics 
-as always, my friends 

Gratitude on the go! 6-6-14

Today I am grateful for:
-these quotes:
"You will either step forward into growth or you will step back into safety. 
"Love doesn't need reason. It speaks from the irrational wisdom of the heart."
-VO work with Augsburg fortress.
-a really fun improv set
-ending work earlier than usual.
-going to see a movie. Edge of Tomorrow. Not gonna lie, I really liked it.
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Thursday, June 5, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-5-14

Today I am grateful for:
-these quotes: 
"All the flowers of all the tomorrows are in the seeds of today."
"Your life is a journey of learning to love yourself first and then extending that love to others in every encounter."
-Maisie sleeping in her crib for a good hour and a half. She snuggles with her stuffed penguin. SO adorable. 
-laughter
-a really fun improv set. We were all pretty goofy and played off each other nicely. 
-the basics
-setting some boundaries for myself tonight. I was asked if I wanted to go to a movie, but I was so tired and I knew I would regret it in the morning. It was kind of hard, but the right thing to do. 
-Lumosity. Its a fun app and I like to see the improvements I'm making. 
-as always, my friends

Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-4-14

Today I am grateful for:
-a really fun VO. It was with another woman named Shanan and she was super fun to banter back and forth.
-booking another VO for tomorrow
-Seeing Amanda for a hot tick this morning. We seriously haven't seen one another it feels like in weeks.
-this quote:
"Above all else, never think you're not good enough."
-a sketch that I wrote going over much better than I expected it too.
-laughter
-the basics
-a drive with padre.
-being in bed by 10:45! I actually think I might get to sleep before midnight. INSANITY!
-actually being tired
-feeling more like myself again
-as always, my friends 

Gratitude on the go! 6-3-14

Today I am grateful for:
-Maisie being super cuddly and sleepy
-my therapist. She's been super flexible with me these days considering everything that's been going on. I felt bad because I didn't have to much to say today. Just refueling. It's hard to just sit in that sometimes. However she told me a antidote about a raccoon that really helped me feel less alone.
-an easy VO at the science museum
-the weather being almost perfect
-a quick and fun VO session at Augsburg Fortress.
-finding another four leaf clover! It's been exactly a week since I found my last one.
-having about a two hour break to bust out a sketch.
-going to Dawn's boat and watching both Kill Bill movies. Didn't think that was going to happen, but it was a blast and a half even if it got super late. Soooo much laughter. It was outstanding. #bloodboat.
-laughter
-the basics
-my amazingly comfy bed
-as always, my friends

Monday, June 2, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-2-14

Today I am grateful for:
-feeling relatively restful this morning.
-a productive teacher meeting
-being able to stop by and see Hannah for a minute and congratulate her on opening her gym.
-Maisie having a snoozy day. Also super smily. That kiddo brings me joy what can I say.
-my car being fixed. It cost a pretty penny, but knowing I won't have to pull over on the side of the highway to prevent my car exploding is worth the money.
-a very attentive class tonight. It was a bit slower paced than usual, but they really focused in.
-the landlord fixing the shower. There was no warm water. It went from ice cold to scoldingly hot. It's nice to be able to take a shower and not feel like your skin is melting off your body. :)
-gchat. Being able to talk to friends across the country is amazing. So. So Amazing.
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Sunday, June 1, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 6-1-14

Hello hello! I'm ready to get back into this blog on a daily basis. The last couple months have been a struggle in a lot of ways, but that doesn't mean that I haven't been grateful for those pockets of laughter and joy and fun.  In fact, those are what have kept me going. There have been a ton of those pockets too. I'm ready to really take the time to write them down again and let them envelope me. :) Minute by minute right? Right. I have to say again how grateful and thankful I am for the support surrounding me. I honestly don't know what I would have done without it. And with that, lets get back to it!


Today I am grateful for:
-these quotes:
"Laughing in full abandonment is very good for your health. "
"Letting go of the past means that can you enjoy the dream that is happening right now."
-being able to get a good night's sleep. I had dreams and everything. It was pretty glorious. 
-a really fun day at the museum. The kids were all at that great age and there were a lot of them. Not to mention it was just one other co-worker and myself we watched Clue between shows and then put in a lot of fun bits into the show we did together. It was really delightful.
-my friend Hannah opened her own gym today! So cool. I've been very grateful for Hannah recently. She has invited me out to late night drinks and sushi, to BBQ, and Trivia* to name a few. Putting myself out there is definitely a challenge so I'm always grateful when people help me out of my shell. She is also someone that gets what she wants done. When she puts her mind to it, there's no stopping her. She is an impressive person and I'm constantly being inspired by her. 
-seeing Sister Act the musical! It was super silly and fun. Made me really want to watch the original movie. In fact, looking it up right now! 
-hanging out with Tom and Anna. We have an ongoing date to watch Bates Motel. It's kind of meh sometimes, but it grew on me. Plus Anna told me tonight that I get a pass to come over whenever. Tom and Anna have to ask one another if it's okay to invite people over before they give the go ahead, but apparently no asking is required for me. That's kind of nice. :) 
-recognizing a moment of shame. I was called out for scratching my scar on my hand. It's something I do unconsciously so when I'm called out on it in public I feel shame. However, I was able to take a minute, realize that it wasn't a big deal, take some deep breathes, and move forward. Sounds trivial, but it's the little things that can sometimes accumulate to something bigger. Better to recognize, lean in, and process it in the moment rather than to push it down and get upset for the rest of the night. If the surroundings allow for it. 
-the giggles that naming inanimate objects give me. :)
-this incredible video. I watch it every June. Or should I say JOOOOOAN! 
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends 

*I've really been enjoying trivia! It's a great group of people and I feel like I've been able to contribute more and more. :) 

Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 5-21-14

Today I am grateful for:
-these quotes:
"Why worry about what might or might not happen when the heart is longing only to drink in the breath of this moment?"
"For every dark night, there's a brighter day."
"No person is your friend who demands your silence, or denies your right to grow."
"And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom."
I actually debated writing tonight. I thought, "maybe I should sleep on how I'm feeling." I think I'm still kind of debating it. I'm not trying to be cryptic, I just had a really, really hard fucking day. However, I am grateful that I was able to take some time to sort myself out though. I am soo grateful that I had the support of loved ones to talk me through my actual, literal melt down. I'm grateful that I allowed myself to reach out. It was a last resort, but a needed one. I'm grateful that my jobs were flexible and understood that I would be running late and didn't pry too much into what was going on. I'm grateful for remembering to breathe, (and being reminded by others) and that these feeling will pass. One minute at a time. One minute at a time. Taking the world by one little baby storm at a time. #lbs. 

Saturday, May 3, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 5-4-14

Today I am grateful for:
-these quotes:
"I was never insane except on the occasion when my heart was touched."
-Padre saving the day when my car overheated and I was stranded on the side of the road. He brought me coolant and showed me how to refill my tank if necessary.
-Some really awesome ladies at Caribou the other day. They were both super friendly and smiled and looked me in the eyes. It's the little things that go a long way.
-Running another 5k!
-fun times in the dressing room. Seriously, we play the stupidest games for far too long and it's the best!
-two words. Butt. Surfing.
-laughter
-this weekend of shows. It's been pretty stellar. Great audience, great improv, and everyone seemed to be in a great mood. Boom!
-beating the game I've been playing for weeks. Double Boom!
-some seriously wonderful support from my friends far away.
-emails
-daring greatly and signing up for personal training.
-getting complimented on my style choices. Seriously? That will never get old.
-driving around the lakes at night
-podcasts
-talking about podcasts
-the incredibly beautiful and big crescent moon. It was low in the sky and was a deep yellow.
-being able to go to Christine's wedding shower. While I was there, I was talking to this person I barely knew and she off the cuff said something that kind of blew my mind:
"Oh you know. I'm just trying to breathe in and out and to be less and less of a douchebag each day." I have no idea why that really struck me, but it did. Might be my new favorite motto.
-feeling happy tonight. It's been awhile so it feels particularly amazing.
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Sunday, April 27, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 4-27-14

Today I am grateful for:
-these quotes:
"Art is the only way to run away without leaving home."
"The greatest mistake you can make in life is to be continually fearing you will make one."
-people with the gift of writing. I think I've talked about this before, but really it's worth mentioning again. Even trying to come up with the words to describe how wonderful it is to read someone's thoughts is hard for me. Whether it's funny, thought provoking, or just eloquent I am so grateful for it. I've never been good at metaphors or imagery or poetry or spelling for that matter. My writing is pretty much how I'm feeling straight up or recapping events that have taken place and how I felt straight up about those events that took place. I'm trying some new things with the prompt a day* stuff, but it's still not easy. That's why when I read the bloggess or chookooloonks or just my friends emails sometimes I get so inspired by their words and how it can provoke so many feelings in me. I'm grateful for that.
-quite. Padre and I took about an hour and a half drive tonight. In silence for the most part. It was nice to just have some white space and listen to the radio.
-my mom dropping off a goodie package of food for me. Homemade pizza, chutney chicken wings, and some hummus and pita bread. I shall eat like a champ for a good week.
-the basics
-laughter
-as always, my friends

*Sundays Are For...

Sundays are for...
sleeping in
for teaching kids
for wrapping up
and beginning again
Sundays are for...
tv time
potential ladies night
winding down
and, for some, drinking one more glass of wine
Sundays are for...
having space
taking a breath
dinner at home
and putting a hydrating mask on my face
Sundays are for...
getting in bed
checking all the internets
stalling to sleep
and gearing up for the week ahead

Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 4-23-14

Today I am grateful for:
-These butt load of quotes:
"Invisible tears are the hardest to wipe away."
"When we bring what is within out into the world, miracles happen."
"Everything that happens is designed to awaken us. Everything."
"Be grateful for whoever comes, because each guest has been sent as a guide from beyond. 
"Don't leave before the miracle shows up."
-the prompt for the day*
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

*All That Glitters

looking up while it's raining
freshly fallen snow
the lakes on a sunny day
Iconic uptown buildings
twirling dresses
smiling faces



Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 4-22-14

Today I am grateful for:
-the awesome trio and their unwavering support always.
-these quotes:
"Every single person has at least one secret that would break your heart. "
"Heroes and cowards feel exactly the same fear - they just respond differently."
"Forgiving those who hurt us is the key to personal peace."
-being able to try something new today.
-lunch outside with Hannah
-the basics
-laughter
-as always, my friends




Monday, April 21, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 4-21-14

Today I am grateful for:
-A super adorable day with Maisie. So many smiles. So much winning.
Some seriously funny tummy time.
Just look at this goober!
Gah I cannot even stand it!
-my new every day 1 class. Lots of different types of people right off the bat and I'm excited to get to know them more in the next 8 weeks. Also, there was one girl in the class that knew me from Without A Box! So crazy! My brain definitely did a weird shift.
-the daily prompt*
-these quotes!
"Hope is the feeling that the feeling you have isn't permanent."
"A fall into a ditch makes you wiser."
"Unless you try to do something beyond what you have already mastered, you will never grow."
-the basics
-as always, my friends

*Throes of Spring

Spring!
A time of renewal
A time of rebirth
A time of revival
Spring!
A time of growth
A time of greenery
A time of geese?
Spring!
A time of storms
A time too short
A time of SNOW?!

Sunday, April 20, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 4-20-14

I haven't been writing. I've been writing a little bit. In my actual journal. I've been trying to jot down some highlights that have happened over the last few weeks.

-I had one of the best bank experiences recently. Everyone at Wells Fargo made my feel like a million bucks and I was the only person that mattered there even though they were really busy. I was greeted with a smile and then handed a free bottle of water and by the end of my time there I was walked out of the store. It was really wonderful.
-The outstanding weather! Today it was 75 degrees. I was sweating. And I was okay with it. :)
-Also today, I ran a 5k. Not an official one, but I ran around lake Harriet, which is almost exactly 3 miles around, and I did it in 30 minutes. I didn't stop once. I'm not gonna lie, I was really proud of myself. I couldn't believe I did it. I felt like stopping a few times but I pushed through it. It was a really big accomplishment for me. And in 30 minutes?! For me, who could never even run the mile in school without stopping once or twice, this is huge. I'm grateful I stuck it out even when it got hard. Hard is okay. Hard is good.
-Speaking of hard, this last few weeks have been all the feelings. I'm not feeling "stuck," which I guess is a plus. I have had some serious anxiety though. Anxiety and shame. It's been awhile since it's been this bad. In truth, I've been dealing with heart ache. As much as I've tried to deny it to myself, I really fell for this guy. I'll call him Music Man. MM said and did a lot of things that made me really believe he felt a certain way about me. For a long time. I would say for the better half of a year really. Maybe more at this point. 8 months? Anyway, it seems that MM just wanted his cake and eat it too. Which he did. There was a part of me that knew it wouldn't end well, but my feeling goggles were on tight and I didn't care. I also had no idea that it would turn bad so quickly. I don't know. I'm still trying to figuring it out. I've been feeling a lot of confusion. Thankfully, I've had some great support from my friends throughout this tumultuous time. Earlier today for example, Kdog asked me how things were going with MM. I decided to reach out and actually share how I was feeling. And he just sat there and listened to me thoughtfully and without judgement. He took up space with me. I'm so grateful for that. I'm also grateful for texts of encouragements and love. I'm grateful that I love my job and that when I'm working I can totally forget about how I'm feeling. It's really incredible actually. I'm grateful that it's not always painful. One minute at a time. One. Minute. At. A. Time.
I'm grateful for today's prompt of the day.*

*Something Changed.

Something Changed.
It happened so suddenly.
"This is better than I could have ever imagined."
Blink.
Silence.
Hard silence.
Something Changed.
It was so easy before.
"I want to spend all my time with you"
Blink.
Silence.
Radio silence.
Something Changed.
Yet so much is the same.
"Wanna go see a movie?"
Blink.
Silence.
Deafening silence.
Something Changed.
Everything changed.
Almost everything.
My feelings haven't changed.
Blink.
Blink.
Blink.
Something please change.

Sunday, April 6, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 4-6-14

I haven't been writing down my gratitudes every day. At least not here. I've kind of just been trying say when I'm grateful in the moment that it's happening instead of taking time aside and write it down which sometimes takes me out of the moment.

I've had so much to be grateful for these past couple weeks but here are couple of highlights:

-On friday it was one of the best shows I've been a part of at the workshop. It's so incredible how powerful an amazing crowd can be. We were riding the wave of awesomeness all night. It was pretty spectacular.
-My students gave a really incredible performance at their showcase. Knocked it out of the park in terms of listening, sharing space, and having a good time. It was wonderful to watch.
-Brittany is back in town and its been SO great to catch up with her and exchange stories about life, work, and to be honest mostly boys.
-Laughing every single day.
-being asked back to work at the Science Museum for a couple months.
-having some intimate times with a guy I care about
-the basics
-as always, my truly amazing friends.
-oh and these quotes:
"We never learn important things by being told. We have to find out for ourselves."

"As long as you have certain desires about how it ought to be you can't see how it is."

"Even in your darkest moment, you usually can find something to laugh about if you try hard enough." 

"If you fail, learn, and move on, you're growing."

"Whenever you fall, pick something up."

"The single most important key to connecting to and expanding your feelings of being worthy and deserving, is accessing peace."

"It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare, but because we do not dare, things are difficult."

Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 3-26-14

Today I am grateful for:
-this quote:
"To handle yourself, use your head; to handle others, use your heart."
-my amazing friends. I have so much incredible support in my life. I am beyond grateful for them. They talk me down, they listen well, they laugh a lot, they make me laugh, and I know they'll be there forever. This is what I'm grateful for today. I love my friends so much I honestly don't know how to express that love in words. I just love them. I would do anything for them.
-laughter. Thank goodness for laughter. Another thing I love more than words.
-a good cry. Contradictory to my last sentence but it's true. Sometimes it's necessary
-the basics
-a good night sleep.

Tuesday, March 25, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 3-25-14

Today I am grateful for:
-my therapist. It was so nice to be able to talk things out with her. So much has been going on the last couple weeks. I really needed to process stuff with her. I also asked to see her next week. I know we're suppose to be going every other week now, but I think I really need it. I'm grateful that I was able to ask for it.
-having dinner with padre
-having one of the best group text exchanges in FAIRE-ever!
-laughter
-Amy calming me down. Reminding me how I'm feeling is normal.
-the basics
-as always, my friends.

Monday, March 24, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 3-24-14

Today I am grateful for:
-Maisie being really easy today. Lots of naps and smiles. :)
-the snow this morning coming and going. It was very pretty though
-group. I talked a bit about this last week. All the new exciting things happening. The other ladies were very supportive. I'm for sure in a different place than them, which is fine.
-egg drop soup. Seriously. I love it a lot.
-watching walking dead with the roomie
-the daily prompt*
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends.

*Day 24: On The Road

I'm on the road less traveled. For me.
I'm on the road of new exciting surroundings
I'm on the road of discovering new things
I'm on the road.
I've always loved driving.

Sunday, March 23, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 3-23-14

Today I am grateful for:
-having a relaxing morning 
-back rubs :)
-co-teaching 
-the Y
-hanging out with josh and hannah. 
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends 

Gratitude on the go! 3-22-14

Today I am grateful for:
-this quote:
"If you don't relate honestly and compassionately to your own suffering, you cannot relate (in this way) to anyone else's."
-a phone chat with Amy. It was great to catch up with her and hear about her life.
-two sold out crowds
-the game "bad rap"
-real talks
-late night shenanigans
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Saturday, March 22, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 3-21-14

Today I am grateful for:
-these quotes:
"The significance is hiding in the insignificant. Appreciate everything."
"Honesty and frankness make you vulnerable. Be honest and frank anyway."
-being okay with the fact that I didn't write for the last couple of days. I've been experiencing new and exciting things as of late and decided to take a break from writing here and just really live the moments. I've been writing in my actual journal which has been a nice change. Things are good though. A bit confusing, a bit scary, but a lot of fun. :)
-intertwined fingers
-stolen kisses
-long embraces
-laughter
-the basics
-as always, my friends

Tuesday, March 18, 2014

Gratitude on the go! 3-18-14

Today I am grateful for:
-this quote:
"Don't push past where you're at."
-the thrill of scary films done well.
-being flirted with. Who knows where it will lead, but in this moment in time it feels pretty great. :)
-going to see a concert. Was really there to see the headliners Pearl and the Beard, who were great. However, the other groups that were performing were super great too! It was a wonderful evening. I'm glad Lauren was my partner in crime tonight.
-not getting a ticket when I got pulled over tonight. Apparently I ran a red light but I honest to goodness had no idea. I swore it turned green. Thank you nice cop for just letting me off with a warning!
-laughter
-Oscar turning the big one year old today. I cannot believe it. I cannot believe it's been a year since I saw his sweet little face and all that hair on his head. I guess in that regards some things haven't changed! He's just the sweetest little guy and I'm so excited to continue to watch him grow and become even more of a little man.
Happy birthday, Oscar!
Keep rockin out, dude. 
-the basics
-as always, my friends

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