music.

Music has always been a hobby of mine.

Not by any means am I musically talented, but I do love finding new bands.

Whenever I am in a bad mood, I always take a few minutes,

play my favorite songs, and i'm instantly in a better mood. (usually)

When I'm in the car by myself, I sing, loudly.

I'm sure the cars that pass by me or pull up beside me think I'm crazy.

I can't sing, but I sure like to think that I can.

I have no genre of music that I like better than others.

However, I am partial to 90s and "girly rock".

And occasionally I do enjoy a little country.

Being so close to New Orleans the past two years,

I enjoyed going to the House of Blues.

It's probably one of my favorite venues.

The atmosphere is amazing and a great place to see metal bands.

(A Day to Remember, Parkway Drive, and August Burns Red

are on my list. As I Lay Dying, I'm still waiting for)

Needless to say, my range of music is rather large.

It's a hobby. And looking for new bands and songs

that may not be popular is something I know I'll always enjoy.

So, here's a playlist. Nothing special.

Take a listen and enjoy!

Music Playlist at MixPod.com

touch of gold.

jones.

Today I made a trip back to the school where I spent the last two years of my life.
As I made my way around campus, I thought of all the great memories

I have made there. No, it's not a large university with

thousands and thousands of students.

But it was the perfect place for me.

A good transition. And looking back, I wouldn't have changed a thing.

I love the small town feel. The fact that the beach and New Orleans

is only a little over an hour drive.

I will miss everything about Jones.

Here are a few things I will miss the most:

Thursday night football games.

Brooke fixing my hair on the way to the games.

Touch of Gold. Maybe, just a little.

Rides to the game, and the late night rides home.

Ellephare shows at the Courtyards.

Bobcat Brigade, tours, and Sonya's yellow couch.

Getting dressed up for the Halloween dance.

Dancing with Ethan.

Crawfish Thursdays and our walks to Corner Market for ice cream.

Saints games and dancing at them.

Ropers. No need for an explanation.

The addiction to Old Athens Grill.

Webcam pictures with the roommates.

Now it's time to close this chapter of my life and begin a new one.

I'm ready.

cowbells.

Today, this was on my mind.

Yes, it's a football stadium.

Yes, it's one of my favorite places in the whole world.

Fall would not be the same without the weekend tradition of being in Starkville.

I can not wait for football season.

Tailgating, the sound of cowbells, and unruly fans.

Those things make for the ideal day.

But today was not the ideal day.

Today, I worked on nursing school applications. Six, to be exact.

Procrastination is my specialty.

But, I am happy to say that I got them all finished, for the most part.

So, being cooped up in the house all day, listening to the thunder and rain,

I daydreamed about the fall.

Football, Starkville, friends, tailgating, and cowbells.

I can not wait.

boyfriend.

I got to spend the weekend with my amazing boyfriend.

He is pretty great, if I do say so myself.

Our weekend was filled with 80s movies (he's trying to catch me up),

fast food (which is why we are both starting to hit the gym),

time with family and friends, and he even took me to see

Charlie St. Cloud and tried to watch the Bachelorette with me.

I was very impressed.

He came into my life at the perfect time, when I was looking

for anyone at all. He took me by surprise.

And he fits me perfectly. I can honestly say I'm the happiest I've been

in long time. And I have him to thank for that.

He left today. Goodbyes are always so hard.

I enjoy every weekend he gets to come home, and I miss him

terribly when he's away. It's a good feeling.

Next time I see him will be two weeks from now.

I hate waiting, but the constant smile I have on my face whenever I

see him and the butterflies I get are well worth it.

He's great and I consider myself very lucky and blessed.

rain.

Neshoba County Fair.

Tonight I went to see Luke Bryan.

It rained, it poured. Perfect setting for his "Rain" song.

It was so great to spend my night with two of my best friends.

I cherish the time I get to spend with them because getting older,

it's hard to find time for each other.

I loved the relaxed night, just sitting on the porch catching up.

So much different than when I was in high school.

It's a sign I'm growing older.

Now I'm content with "people watching" and trying to win little white bunnies.

Every day I surprise myself and realize how much I'm growing up.

The things that use to matter, aren't top priority anymore.

Friends and fellowship.

That should forever be one of my top priorities.

red lipstick.

While some girls favorite accessory is jewelry, scarves, shoes, purses, etc, etc,
Mine has and will always be my red lipstick.
I know that you're thinking "Red lipstick? Seriously?"
Yes. Red lipstick is my favorite accessory.
Most people could never imagine having such a bright color on their face.
For me, I guess I'd rather stand out than "blend in".
I think that's my philosophy for life as well.
I've never felt like I have had to go along with the crowd.
The past few years have defined my life, I've had ups and downs,
but along the way I found myself. I realized my passions and what I want to accomplish in life.
Will I ever accomplish them all? Probably not.
But at least I can say I have ambition, a drive, a strong grip on my life.
I want to make a difference in this world.
I want to give back to this world that has so richly blessed me.
Most people are content with their life. They get by with the absolute basics.
I never want to get to that point in my life.
I want to live life, never taking a single day for granted.
But most of all my hope and desire is to put my passions into actions.
So, like red lipstick, I want to stand out.
I want to add color to a world that so many times only sees in black and white.
It's so important in this life to find something you are passionate about.
Every day, I hope that I can choose not to blend in.
Red lipstick will always be my reminder to stand out and make a difference.
What's your reminder?