Ten Things Thursday- Last one for 2010!!!

Ten Things I Was Reminded of by  Being Stuck in the Blizzard this week!!

1) Patience is a virtue. A Mother**!!!??? virtue!!
2) There ARE good people left in this world.  Lots of them!
3) That our city's leaders do not take care of boroughs outside of Manhattan in the same way. THREE DAYS!!! THREE MF**!! days until our streets were plowed and busses started running again!!!
4) That the cool thing about  situations like these is that you meet people you wouldnt ordinarily meet, and sometimes they end up being  really cool people!! :)
5) That some people are better at handling stressful situations than others.
6) I am deeply loved and cared about by many, many people.
7) That despite whatever challenges I may face, now or in the future, that there are people out there who  have it much, much worse.
8) That I should always, always, ALWAYS trust my instincts and NEVER trust anyone or anything that contradicts them.
9) That sometimes people exploit the unfortunate plight of others to benefit themselves. :(
10) That sometimes people can surprise you with generosity, compassion, and kindness!!! (I'm choosing to focus on them!!!! Hope you will too!)

Stay warm and safe people!!

Love,
Jenn

Goodbye 2010!!!

2010 has been an incredible year for me. So much personal, spiritual,and professional growth. I am so grateful for all of the experiences that I've had, as well as for all of the people in my life who have helped me along the way.

I cant wait for 2011. I know its going to be an even better year!!

Happy New Year Everyone!!!

Jenn

Unto Us This Day A Child is Born

For a child has been born for us, a son given to us…and he is named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6


Now more than ever, may you find the contentment that only comes from the Prince of Peace.

Felicidades!!!

In Spanish we say "Felicidades!" to each other during the holidays. So, "Felicidades!" everyone! :)
We call Chrismas Eve (today) "Noche Buena"...its probably the biggest nite of the year....

My belated Ten Things Thursday is Below...enjoy!! :)


Ten of Jennica's Favorite Puerto Rican Christmas Traditions :

1) PASTELES!!!!! (yum)
2) Arroz con dulce!! (double yum)
3) Parranda!!!
4) Dancing and Singing
5) Coquito!!! (watch this one!)
6) Candle Lite Service!!
7) Regalos!!
8) Visiting Family
9) Mistletoe (oo-la-la)
10) Flan!!!!

Feliz Navidad a todos mis amigos!! Un abrazo fuerte,
Jennica

Quote of the Day

In case you have been falling into the "Comparison Trap" lately- heres an inspirational quote for you!! :)

I really reject that kind of comparison that says, Oh, he is the best. This is the second best. There is no such thing.



Mikhail Baryshnikov

Moving in NYC has got to be the hardest thing ever. It is such a complete hassle: so time, money and energy consuming, and just an overall drag. Broker fees, application fees, moving costs....it sucks! There is also something so emotionally draining about moving...it feels like I am being uprooted..it makes me feel like an orphan...I lose my sense of center and focus....at any rate, I am doing my best to stay positive thru this process and looking forward to a new home and new beginning in a couple of weeks. Step by step....

I cant wait until January because thats when Shakespeare gym starts up again- we are looking at Hamlet this time around. It will feel so good to be re-connected to all of my actor friends again and practice my skills on a regular basis. Its been a while, so I need to re-read the play over the holidays and choose some stuff I wanna work on....part of what I love about these classes is that you meet people from all walks of life...from people just out of college to people in their 40 and 50's wanting to give acting another shot...

I was talking to a coworker yesterday who is a lot older and who recently completed her first bachelors degree. Her eyes just lit up when she told me about it and I could literally feel her pride and joy at having finally reached this milestone. I was so happy for her. She will now go on to pursue her masters degree and eventually go on to more fulfilling, professional work. I am always inspired by people who do things in the "unconventional" way....it takes so much more courage to go back to school or pursue a buried dream of acting in your 40's or 50's than it does when you are younger. You face criticism from society that tells you that " by now you should be this, or you should be doing that"....it takes a lot to stick to  your own beliefs and follow your heart, even against the odds. Our society tends to celebrate youth and their accomplishments  so much, and to a certain extent, thats understandable. We should celebrate and support them. But the truth is that I am much more fascinated by people who reach a certain point in their lives, recognize a desire to do something, and then take the risks to actually do it!!! So cheers to all of you "unconventional" people out there. :)

In other news, I have been reading The Power of Now, by Eckhart Tolle. Its one of those books that Ive been meaning to read for a long time, but never got around to doing until now. OMG, its soo good!!! I mean, its so INTENSE, but he really speaks a lot of truth about our minds, our thoughts, our egos, and how we let those things control us and our lives... he talks about our other self and our real self.....and about how we need to constantly live in the moment....I cant really do it any justice here, but I do recommend reading it if you havent already...

Have a great day everyone! :)

Todays Quote of the day

It is not the length of life, but the depth of life.


Ralph Waldo Emerson