You never forget your first

This past week was such a whirlwind of events that just happen to land at my feet, that I barely had time to acknowledge what was really happening. Lets recap, shall we...

First, I was asked to film a 'Who wore it best' segment for E!News while meandering around The Grove with my best friend Tiffany. Though people are chosen at random whilst walking around, it was still very exciting to be asked to participate and better yet, to talk about something that I hold in such a high regard, Fashion!! I cant wait to see the segment air on E!News sometime this week!

Then I was asked to model for a fashion segment for  Hallmark Channel's Home and Family. I had no idea what to expect when I was asked to join. The whole process from the fitting to the filming was very rushed and pretty chaotic but definitely an experience to remember. From sitting in the hair and makeup trailer for the first time to eating Craft Services, I tried to remember to take a couple of moments to enjoy the entirety of the experience. You never forget your first! I was pleasantly surprised by how at ease I felt in front of the camera! I have to send a shout out to my phenomenal stylist Denise Caldwell who's outfit choice added to that sense of calm and confidence! I'm unbelievably appreciative of the supportive responses I received from friends and family  regarding the segment this past week! All I have to say is that I cant believe I've had my first already and I'm beyond excited that this is only the beginning.

Finally and I believe most importantly, I signed up for my first acting classes with Carolyne Barry!! I audited her Meisner class with instructor Don Bloomfield and was blown away! The students had started at the beginning of the year with no experience and the scenes that I was able to witness during that last class of their first year were unbelievable! I knew then and there, if there was any doubt before, that acting is what I NEED to do! 'The Bug' has rooted itself in a place that's beyond reach and I don't have any choice in the matter! I cant wait to start my training at the end of January!!

Pin-spiration

"Doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will." -Karim Seddiki 

Click the image above to take you to my 'Go For It' board on Pinterest

It is only human to experience self doubt. I am no exception. Doubt and fear have been a HUGE factor in the reason why I, before now, have not made any real decisions about my future and more importantly about acting on any of my life long dreams. Though most days I am psyched out of my mind about my new adventure, I would be lying if I didn't also admit to the suffocating fear of failure that comes along as well. I know how easy it is to give in to the mood and allow yourself to become overwhelmed with these pessimistic ideas but I find that standing up to your own emotional tendencies is far more productive! It's during these times that I allow myself a break from planning and researching to remember what it is that I'm fighting with myself for! I follow many celebrities, whom I admire, on Instagram purely for daily inspiration and a look into the future I plan to make for myself. My favorite bad mood killer, though, is meandering through the "Quotes" categories of Pinterest. It may seem a bit cheesy, but it's amazing how a couple of well placed words can eliminate the darkest of doubt and empower you to take on the world! I hope that my story will one day be something that can inspire others to push themselves out of their comfort zone and tell their own self doubt who's boss....in the meantime, my Pinterest boards will have to do!

Enjoy and remember, "You are not what happens to you, you are what happens because of you!"

#waitforit

First off, welcome to Everyday Rendezvous! This launch has been a long time coming and I could not be more thrilled to finally let this beast run free!

I thought it only fitting, for my first post, to announce some VERY exciting news...

I have been using the #waitforit on many of my Instagram and Facebook posts, that refer to chasing your dreams, for a couple of months now...all leading up to this.

I am finally taking the leap...and MOVING TO LOS ANGELES!!

The unbelievably supportive responses I've received from my friends and family and the "Finally!" texts have reassured me that this was the right decision! This journey for me is about letting go of fear...fear of failing...fear of rejection...fear of the unknown. I'm metaphorically jumping out the plane that is my comfort zone and diving towards a completely foreign lifestyle that I know I will instantly fall in love with!

The move will take place in September, so I have 2 1/2 months to learn as much about my beloved future home as I can!

I would like to invite you all to follow me on this journey...it may be a bumpy at times, but it will be well worth the ride!!