Monday.

Usually, I hate mondays (who doesn't), specially after a hard weekend which I'm not gonna talk about today.

What I can tell you, is that, whenever things get bad, by that I mean, life in general... it's always YOUR CHOICE to be sad and stay that way, 'cause you can choose to be depressed and miserable or you can choose to be happy, you can choose to be blessed and receive God's forgiveness when the sun rises or you can choose to drown yourself in pain and keep feeling like that. It's your choice... everything is your choice.

Today, I choose to be happy, to be blessed, to be renewed by God's word and forgiveness, I choose to be his daughter, I choose to to feel loved, I choose to feel better even if things don't seem to be fine, I choose to love him, I choose to live my life to the fullest, I choose to BELIEVE what his word says, I choose to LIVE.

So, this morning, I decided to make me feel better... it all starts like this:

A good cup of coffee (2 on my count)

Blueberry granola bar

Watch Adele's full blu-ray "Albert Hall concert" 

Isn't she stunning? 

Beautiful sky. Beautiful view from the balcony.

And a funny cow...

I choose to be blessed in ordinary days.

Compassion it is called.

“Compassion is sometimes the fatal capacity for feeling what it is like to live inside somebody else's skin. It is the knowledge that there can never really be any peace and joy for me until there is peace and joy finally for you too.” - Frederick Buechner.

As Christians, we are called to obey the Lord's word, by feeding the hungry, visiting the widows and taking care of the sick ones and orphans. Not many of us take that seriously, and it is not Christian just to go to church and warm the benches. God calls us to work, to evangelize, to have compassion for those who suffer... and so I'm starting to take action in all of that. 

Since I was a little girl, I wanted to donate my hair to a child with no hair because of the cancer in his (or her) body. My dad would always say no because he just loved to see me with my long long hair, big wavy blonde curls. But now that I'm 21, I make my own decisions but always ask for their opinion and consent. And to be honest, I had to beg him 2 weeks so I could do it, because you know, even though I'm a big girl now, he's still my dad and the Lord demands me to OBEY my parents and to honour them in all times and situations. 

So.. I DID IT! I let it grow for about 7 months, it got all the way down to my butt (hee!) and had 13 inches of beautiful well treated long hair to donate. I was just so happy to do it, I had long hair my whole life and it was time for a change and the best part was that I did it for a very good cause :) I researched a little bit before I could donate it, and finally found a foundation that I thought it was worth it and contacted them so I could give my hair to them! 

Let me tell you this: this has been (so far) one of the most regarding experiences I've had in my life. It didn't hurt (just a tiny bit) and it felt so so great to be able to do it. I went to the salon and explained my stylist how I wanted my new hair, and so she braided my long hair and cut exactly 13 inches. That was our goodbye, we had good moment my long hair and I, but on the other hand, I just LOOOVE the new look and LOOOVE the cause is going to go :) I feel fresh, light and the best part is that I wash my hair in like 2 minutes and bursh it in like 30 seconds. So, here are some pictures so you can see the change! 

Note: when I gave the braid to Marcella (the founder) she explained to me that once they had the wig done, I WAS THE ONE who would give it to the person who's gonna wear it... oh my gosh, I couldn't be MORE excited! and now I just can't wait. I'm just SO thankful with God to let me experience this in my own skin, to help others because he helps me. I adore him with all my heart, sould and body! 

Before... see, it was so long it didn't even fit the picture frame :S

13 inches!!

New Look :)

With curls

Straight

The Choice by Julia H.

This is just EXACTLY what I want for my life... The mother I want to become.

The Choice - by Julia

For I hope that I will always choose to not let the chance pass me by. 

• I hope that someday when I have the choice, I will choose to kiss your spaghetti-covered face instead of waiting until it is washed. 
• I hope that someday when I have the choice, I will choose to hold your hand instead of the camera. 
• I hope that someday when I have the choice, I will choose to rock you to sleep instead of sending you back to bed alone. 
• I hope that someday when I have the choice, I will choose to play dress-up with you instead of working on my ‘To-Do List’. 
• I hope that someday when I have the choice, I will choose to treasure the moment instead of wishing for better timing. 
• I hope that someday when I have the choice, I will choose to smile at your painting instead of frowning at the stain on your shirt . 
• I hope that someday when I have the choice, I will choose to read your favorite book for the 100th time instead of insisting we pick out a different one. 
• I hope that someday when I have the choice, I will choose to give you ‘now’ instead of promising ‘later’. 
• I hope that someday when I have the choice, I will choose to be your best friend instead of just being ‘the mom’. 
• I hope that someday when I have the choice, I will choose to listen to you instead of talking myself. 
• I hope that someday when I have the choice, I will choose to say “I love you” instead of giving unneeded lectures. 
• I hope that someday when I have the choice, I will choose to help you face obstacles instead of allowing you to be daunted by them. 
• I hope that someday when I have the choice, I will choose to build unshakable bridges between us instead of impregnable walls. 
• I hope that someday when I have the choice, I will choose to tell you “I’m glad I chose you.” instead of leaving you to wonder. 

—Julia H.

If you were wondering...

Name? Jennifer Moys

Nicknames? Haaa… as if I’m putting this in here.  

             

Age? 21 

Single/Taken? Single.

Are you happy with that? Very, I’m learning to be patient and wait for the right one.     

How many kids do you want to have? Ummm, I love kids, and I love big families, so I would say.. 4 to 6 is fine.

What would you name them? So many options… but if it’s a girl I’ll name her Emma Isabella, Lily, McKenzie, just Isabel. And if it’s a boy, I love the names: Jared, Caleb, Esteban (because of my grandpa).

Do you have a best friend? Thank God yes.

Are they a guy/chick? Ma gurls.

Do they like you more than a friend? I don’t think so.

Do you drink? Water and other drinks that are not alcoholic, yes.

Do you like to party? This will sound super grandma, but I rather stay home and read a book.

Do you smoke? I think that’s the most stupid thing a human being can do to his body.

What do you smoke? Did you hear what I just say?

Have you ever been in LOVE? OH my…

Do you believe in love? Of course :)

Have you ever had your heart broken? Unfortunately :(

Who was your last boyfriend/girlfriend?               Eduardo, such cool guy, we are still friends.

Are you happy that you are no longer together?               I’m happy that we both found what God wanted for us.

Do you hate him/her for that? No.

What is your favortie band/singer? I could fill so many pages with this, but lately I’m loving: Brooke Waggoner, Brooke Fraser, Lucy Schwartz, Jillian Anita Edwards, Dave Matthews Band (long time favorite band), Jack Johnson, Melissa Polinar, Norah Jones, Sara Bareilles… need to continue with this?

What is your favorite song? Ahhh, tough one. I love “Gravity” by Sara Bareilles, “Gone away” by Lucy Schwartz. I have too many.

What is your favorite movie? Hard one. I have too many.

What is your favorite flavor of ice cream? See, my family owns a popsicle and ice cream empire (heehee) over 125 flavors too chose, this is a HARD question.         

What is your favorite color? Green and black.

Who is your best friend? Kriss, Patty, Beth.

Do you know everything about them? More than they know sometimes…

How many siblings do you have? 2 brothers and 2 nephews, 1 niece and way too many cousins, and I LOVEEE my family. :)

Are you happy with that? Very…

What are you listening to right now? Nonfiction love song by Jillian Anita Edwards, listening to the album.

What was your last drink? Cold Lemonade :)

             

Who was your last kiss? I can’t remember.

Who was your last hug from? Dad!

What is your favorite food? Mmmmm… chicken in every way.

Do you have more guy/girl friends? Girl friends.

Would you date any of your friends? Don’t think so, that’s why we are FRIENDS.

Is this survey getting on your nerves? No, I’m pretty much bored right now, so this is entertaining.

What was the last thing you watched on T.V? Friends :)

Do you know who E.T is? Haaaahaaa… yes, I use to say “E.T. go home” all the time when I was little.

Do you believe in aliens? No.

Do you believe that all cheaters will always be cheater? No, God can change lives.

Do you believe in dying because of lost love? Yes, I’ve seen it.

Have you ever had someone close to you die? Oh man, let’s not go there…

What was his/her name? don’t wanna talk about this.   

How did you know one another? Church.

Have you ever "Jump shake your booty, Jump, Jump shake your booty"? Baaaahahahaha, yes.

What kind of cell phone do you have? A veryyy veryyy cheap one.

Who was your last txt from? Ili :)

Your second? Ili…

Your fifth? Ili…

Your ninth? Ili… we were having a conversation ok?

What did you last txt say? I can’t remember.

Your second? … SERIOUSLY?

Your fifth? ….

Your ninth? ….

Pepsi/coke? Coke, though I’m not a big fan of sodas.

White/cream chocolate? Cream chocolate.

Love/lost? LOVE.

Money/love? LOVE.

Friends/money? Friends.

Family/friends? Family.

Pens/pencils? Pencils.

Lindsay Lohan/Hilary Duff? None. Yuc.

Computer/music? Both.

Camera/computer? Mmm… I’m a graphic designer, so both.

Last person you slept with? My niece :) she’s a ninja at night. I don't know if this is a tricky question.

Last person you ate with? Nicodemus (my dog)

Last person you hit? Nicodemus…

Last person you cried over? Dad.

Last person you hugged? I already answered this.

Last person you kissed? …

Last person you said "I LOVE YOU" to? Mom.

Did you mean it? Yes.

Last relationship lasted? Haaa.. 3 months.

Last party was where?  Grandma’s house? Family got together.

Last party was:  A birthday party.

Band: Dave Matthews Band.

Needles: Hate.

Spaghetti: Alfredo.

Flyleaf: I have no idea.

Senses fail: ?

ll cool j: raper. Is he?

Rap: fast.

Rock: not a big fan of noise.

Metal: yuc, is just not MUSIC, just noise.

Love: love  :)

Relationships: Long and honest.

School: love it.

Work: Stressful sometimes.

Cell phones: to CALL.

Boyfriend/girlfriend/alone: Alone.

This survey: Long.

Friends: Very Important in my life.

Perfect man: A man after God's own heart.

Funny/silent: Very funny so I've been told.

Books or computer to read: A million times. BOOKS.

Favourite writer: Francine Rivers.

Favourite book: apart from the Bible, I would say.. Redeeming love. 

Cats or dogs: I don't like cats AT ALL, I'm a 100% dog person.

Dog breed: Shit-zu, but I'm dying to have a Bulldog.

Favourite season of the year: Winter :) (we only have 2 here, and I HATE being hot, so... cold it is.)

One thing you always do before you go to bed: Brush my teeth, wash my face (or take a shower), think and pray, turn my fan on.

One thing you just couldn't live without: WATER!

Random word: Procrastination. 

:)

DIY

So, have I told you about Pinterest? I am absolutely loving everything about it, specially all the DIY projects I've found there, so, I want to share a couple ideas with you. Click on the pictures to go directly to the website with the full tutorial on how to do it.

How to make YOUR OWN Chalkboard Paint. Uggghh... amazing!

Make your own Lampshades

Fabric pompoms. 

I just gotta be honest, I'm LOVING this.

Cupcake holder pompom. So cute.

Mason Blue Glass Canning Jar DIY

Hemp pendant lamps

I'm like dying to make these.

And that's it for today :) hope you enjoy!

I'm here

Well, hello there! 


After weeks of silence I finally can sit and write :) I can't say that I haven't missed it, but is just that I really didn't want to blog without pictures this time... and since my camera is broken and I don't have any, well, you do the math. 

Life

Is busier than ever but really REALLY fun and uplifting. Loving my "university years", loving my classmates (that I can call FRIENDS) and basically just loving my life as it is right now. I've had problems with a couple of things here and there but there's absolutely nothing in this life that God, faith in him, prayer and time cannot fix, and I think that's one of the reasons I haven't blogged in a long time. So, here I go, with numbers :)

1. Friends.

I love my girlies :) we were at the top of the city there, one of

the most beautiful sunsets I've seen in my entire life.

The bestie :)

Normal, normal!

Cheeks :)

Braiding my hair in class, yup.

2. Photography :)

I just LOVE this picture of me, my friend Patty took it.

My best friend :)

Yeah, you know what they say.

My eye. Duh.

Exposure time exercise :)

3. Nail art.

I've been so hooked up to nail art this past couple of weeks. So far, I've done the newspaper art:

Water Marble kind

This are not my nails, but its how they looked like :)

Rainbow nails:

At one my favorite coffee shops, reading.

4. New music discovery!

Have I told you that I LOVEEEEE noisetrade.com? SUCH great music there! I recently found 2 I just listen to all the time.

Julia Sinclar

 (Click on the picture to download her album completely free and completely legal)

Jillian Anita Edwards (isn't that the coolest name ever?)

Click on the picture too.

5. PINTEREST!

Oh my... the best thing that I could've ever found. Like ever. I'm so in love! this is seriously and addiction for me, is just too much. Soooo many ideas there! I'm totally into it and I just really... aaahh.. I don't know. If you have a pinterest account, you can found me HERE and if you don't have a pinterest account, I highly encourage you to. Is so healthy for your creativity and it's like a getaway from reality.. haa! I love it. Yeah, can you tell?

Couple ideas I got from Pinterest:

I fell in love with this poster :)

Hemp pendant lamps. So easy to make! Click on the picture to see tutorial

How to make Mod Podge (10 times cheaper than the original mod podge)

Click on the picture to see full tutorial on how to do it, easiest thing ever.

And oh... I could go on and on about Pinterest... I'm in love.

6. "El Barco"

Last but not least... I'm SO, SO, SO, SOOOO hooked up with "El Barco", it's a Spanish t.v. series. It's about the "end of the world" as the boat "Estrella Polar" is out in the wide seas. Between love stories, tragedies and awesome stories, you are officially obsessed with this. And also, I'm in love with him:

Could he be any more handsome, cuter and drop dead gorgeous? I tell you, if you don't "like him" at first sight, well... you should just see his movies and this series I'm telling you about. Then, if you don't fall for him, I don't know you anymore.. jk! but he's too much!

To watch the whole first season (and the first 5 chapters of the second season) you can go HERE, please, enjoy!

And that's it for today folks! see you in a while!