Praise the Lord!
Today I woke up feeling tired, having had no sleep. Emotionally I was just drained. I forgot to mention that I had no clean sheets to sleep on, so I curled up in my comforter. I also had no towel to shower with. I knew I was forgetting something. So the place I am staying at now in Venice is nice and big, but not my thing. Also I am staying in someone else's room while they are away. I want to be somewhere that feels like it's mine. And my roommate now, he is very nice but I need a cozy and quaint place and a female roomy who I can relate to and laugh with. I want to talk about boys and do my makeup with someone and if I had a lousy audition, someone who will lighten the mood.
Well I found that:) I put out a search for a place last night and found one in West Hollywood. I love that area. It's no beach front but it's in the area I need to be. It's full of 20 and 30 something year old's in the entertainment business. Perfect right? I can go to the beach on the weekends.
My roommate, Mindy, is beautiful and fun, and full of great energy. I am very excited. I move in Sunday...fast I know:D
Yay, I have someone I can read my lines with.
I also have new sheets, (they're very nice..I love target), and new towels. I feel like a new woman.
Day at a time people.
Moving upwards and onwards. West Hollywood here I come.
Bless
Friday, January 29, 2010
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Day 15
Hello from Los Angeles,
Well I finally made it to my final destination. I spent the last week in Vegas and I have to say I really love the city. Not for the big hotels or the casinos or keno, or everything else Vegas is known for. I fell for the community's, the streets, the shops and the mountains. I like it so much that I even went to look at some homes for potential investment properties:/
PS. The Wynn hotel has the best buffet...ever!!!!!!! Wear sweats if you eat there:)
While in Vegas I stayed with my uncle, his wife and their 7 year old daughter Sza Sza. Her and I are attached at the hip. She wouldn't leave me alone for a second, which was fine with me because I could use the company. The thing about taking a huge plunge like this is that it does tend to be quite lonely.
I am suffering from loneliness right now. If you think about it I am truly all alone. Other than a few acquaintances, I have no one. It's tough. I have to admit that I'm shedding a few lonely tears. It really hits you, the unfamiliarity and emptiness of it all.
I went to this Mexican bar to get something to eat and of course this guy who lives in long beach and sails to Venice every weekend, ends up offering me a beer. It's happy hour so you get 2 for the price of 1 so I guess he was generous, haha. Anyway, the man talked my ear off and then when I was about to leave he asked if I could watch his sweater while he went to the bathroom. Okay? Once he came back he asked me out for sushi. Wow! I probably said two words to this guy. Entertaining first night. I'm even more lonely.
I have to remember my purpose and why I am here. It is only the first day so it will get easier. After all I am in Venice beach. I can see the ocean from my place and smell the salt from my balcony. I hear the sunsets are pretty amazing too.
Tomorrow is a new day. I have a place to discover and people to meet.
I will pray and find my way.
Well I finally made it to my final destination. I spent the last week in Vegas and I have to say I really love the city. Not for the big hotels or the casinos or keno, or everything else Vegas is known for. I fell for the community's, the streets, the shops and the mountains. I like it so much that I even went to look at some homes for potential investment properties:/
PS. The Wynn hotel has the best buffet...ever!!!!!!! Wear sweats if you eat there:)
While in Vegas I stayed with my uncle, his wife and their 7 year old daughter Sza Sza. Her and I are attached at the hip. She wouldn't leave me alone for a second, which was fine with me because I could use the company. The thing about taking a huge plunge like this is that it does tend to be quite lonely.
I am suffering from loneliness right now. If you think about it I am truly all alone. Other than a few acquaintances, I have no one. It's tough. I have to admit that I'm shedding a few lonely tears. It really hits you, the unfamiliarity and emptiness of it all.
I went to this Mexican bar to get something to eat and of course this guy who lives in long beach and sails to Venice every weekend, ends up offering me a beer. It's happy hour so you get 2 for the price of 1 so I guess he was generous, haha. Anyway, the man talked my ear off and then when I was about to leave he asked if I could watch his sweater while he went to the bathroom. Okay? Once he came back he asked me out for sushi. Wow! I probably said two words to this guy. Entertaining first night. I'm even more lonely.
I have to remember my purpose and why I am here. It is only the first day so it will get easier. After all I am in Venice beach. I can see the ocean from my place and smell the salt from my balcony. I hear the sunsets are pretty amazing too.
Tomorrow is a new day. I have a place to discover and people to meet.
I will pray and find my way.
Friday, January 22, 2010
Day 9
Thank you Jesus.
I am finally in Vegas. I rolled in at 11pm last night after almost a twelve hour drive. I left a little late, at 10:30 thinking my sleep was important so I better sleep in a little. Once I hit the road, my gps was saying I would be in Las Vegas by 8pm. Score! Until I hit a super snow storm in Utah. It all started when I was high up on the mountains. Flurries began to hit my windshield and I thought, okay, this is okay. It will pass. Flurries turned into heavy snow, fast winds and icy roads. I couldn't see so I slowed down to a crawling 20mph. Worse, I had no service on my phone so I was praying nothing would happen to me. I saw no cars around me and who would stop in this weather. I gripped my steering wheel as tight as I could and just prayed, prayed, prayed. As I rolled along I saw cars in the ditch, ambulances out, cars slipping and sliding. It was a nightmare. Two hours later I finally drove through Arizona. Thank God I made it. It wasn't smooth sailing yet, as there was heavy rain, but the road conditions were still a lot more safe. As I drove past a truck, he kicked up some major water that hit my windshield so hard that I'm surprised it didn't break...again. I couldn't see a thing and almost stopped my car right there on the highway. Thank God no one was behind me and thank God I didn't swerve into the truck. Wheeeeeeewwwwwww!!!!!!!!!
Once I got to Nevada the roads were clear and safe. I stopped for gas and a much needed pee and picked up some willie wonka taffy. It's my favorite. I deserved it!!!!
My gas tank was full, I was alive and my car was in one piece. I was ready to get myself to my uncles in Vegas and lay down. I drove into Vegas and the lights...they hypnotized me. All of a sudden my gps was saying one thing but my car was going another. I was in a trance. I drove around, looking at all the hotels and casinos and just thought wow, this city is alive. Wow, I just drove here. AAAAAAaaaaahhhh!
By this time my gps was yelling at me so I decided to listen to it and made myself over to my uncles. He is only 10min from the strip. Not bad. I drove up to his beautiful home where him and his wife greeted me at the door.
The rest you can imagine.
Good Morning from Vegas.
I am finally in Vegas. I rolled in at 11pm last night after almost a twelve hour drive. I left a little late, at 10:30 thinking my sleep was important so I better sleep in a little. Once I hit the road, my gps was saying I would be in Las Vegas by 8pm. Score! Until I hit a super snow storm in Utah. It all started when I was high up on the mountains. Flurries began to hit my windshield and I thought, okay, this is okay. It will pass. Flurries turned into heavy snow, fast winds and icy roads. I couldn't see so I slowed down to a crawling 20mph. Worse, I had no service on my phone so I was praying nothing would happen to me. I saw no cars around me and who would stop in this weather. I gripped my steering wheel as tight as I could and just prayed, prayed, prayed. As I rolled along I saw cars in the ditch, ambulances out, cars slipping and sliding. It was a nightmare. Two hours later I finally drove through Arizona. Thank God I made it. It wasn't smooth sailing yet, as there was heavy rain, but the road conditions were still a lot more safe. As I drove past a truck, he kicked up some major water that hit my windshield so hard that I'm surprised it didn't break...again. I couldn't see a thing and almost stopped my car right there on the highway. Thank God no one was behind me and thank God I didn't swerve into the truck. Wheeeeeeewwwwwww!!!!!!!!!
Once I got to Nevada the roads were clear and safe. I stopped for gas and a much needed pee and picked up some willie wonka taffy. It's my favorite. I deserved it!!!!
My gas tank was full, I was alive and my car was in one piece. I was ready to get myself to my uncles in Vegas and lay down. I drove into Vegas and the lights...they hypnotized me. All of a sudden my gps was saying one thing but my car was going another. I was in a trance. I drove around, looking at all the hotels and casinos and just thought wow, this city is alive. Wow, I just drove here. AAAAAAaaaaahhhh!
By this time my gps was yelling at me so I decided to listen to it and made myself over to my uncles. He is only 10min from the strip. Not bad. I drove up to his beautiful home where him and his wife greeted me at the door.
The rest you can imagine.
Good Morning from Vegas.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Day 7
Goodbye Colorado.
Today is my last day in Denver, until I come back that is. I have to come back. This is where my boo is.
I have a new car window "check", a new suitcase "check", well a suitcase, a mini roll on and a bag (the wheels broke on my original suitcase so I needed to replace it. I now have three new bags to replace the one. What? It was a beautiful set. I'm thinking about the future.) A new body "check". Haha, I'm kidding. I can't afford plastic surgery, at least not yet. Joking, my name isn't Heidi Montag. All natural all the time with this girl. The gym is my best friend. While I'm here in Denver, I get to work out at the beautiful Ritz Carlton. That's motivation enough.
Alright, it's time I get going on to the next chapter of my trip.
Tomorrow I leave for Vegas. I am going to try and do the drive, well not try, but I WILL do the drive in one day. It's twelve hours I think. So my goal is to leave at seven a.m. I hope I can do it. Get up I mean. I have to pick up my boo from the airport. He is flying in tonight from San Fransisco, but he doesn't get in till very late. I will pack the car tonight and give myself a head start. I feel rested and ready. I will nap this afternoon, that's what I'll do. Bring it on!!!!!
You know this will be my first time in Vegas. Yeh yeh, I am a Vegas Virgin!!! Any tips?
VEGAS HERE I COME!
Pray for me.
Today is my last day in Denver, until I come back that is. I have to come back. This is where my boo is.
I have a new car window "check", a new suitcase "check", well a suitcase, a mini roll on and a bag (the wheels broke on my original suitcase so I needed to replace it. I now have three new bags to replace the one. What? It was a beautiful set. I'm thinking about the future.) A new body "check". Haha, I'm kidding. I can't afford plastic surgery, at least not yet. Joking, my name isn't Heidi Montag. All natural all the time with this girl. The gym is my best friend. While I'm here in Denver, I get to work out at the beautiful Ritz Carlton. That's motivation enough.
Alright, it's time I get going on to the next chapter of my trip.
Tomorrow I leave for Vegas. I am going to try and do the drive, well not try, but I WILL do the drive in one day. It's twelve hours I think. So my goal is to leave at seven a.m. I hope I can do it. Get up I mean. I have to pick up my boo from the airport. He is flying in tonight from San Fransisco, but he doesn't get in till very late. I will pack the car tonight and give myself a head start. I feel rested and ready. I will nap this afternoon, that's what I'll do. Bring it on!!!!!
You know this will be my first time in Vegas. Yeh yeh, I am a Vegas Virgin!!! Any tips?
VEGAS HERE I COME!
Pray for me.
Monday, January 18, 2010
Day 5
Another beautiful day in Denver Colorado. I woke up after a nice sleep in and had a leisurely morning.
Eventually I got myself together to go to the gym. As you know my trip has been easy breezy so far, but today I noticed a small glitch. I have a huge crack in my windshield. Those big trucks on the road I tell ya, not the nicest things to drive with . I got a rock on the window but didn't see any damage until this afternoon. I guess Toyota I'll be callin' first thing tomorro'. I can't worry about it though. Things like this happen. I just have to get it fixed...it's as simple as that.
I didn't let it get to me and enjoyed the rest of my day. Did some grocery shopping and then went to see my boos game at the Pepsi Centre. They won!!!!!!! I also enjoyed some of the Golden Globes. "Save my space on the red carpet because I'm a coming:)"
You know we have to take things as they come and try not to stress. There are certain things we have no control over. Just always remember that everything will be okay. Keep smiling and allow yourself the pleasure of staying calm.
Eventually I got myself together to go to the gym. As you know my trip has been easy breezy so far, but today I noticed a small glitch. I have a huge crack in my windshield. Those big trucks on the road I tell ya, not the nicest things to drive with . I got a rock on the window but didn't see any damage until this afternoon. I guess Toyota I'll be callin' first thing tomorro'. I can't worry about it though. Things like this happen. I just have to get it fixed...it's as simple as that.
I didn't let it get to me and enjoyed the rest of my day. Did some grocery shopping and then went to see my boos game at the Pepsi Centre. They won!!!!!!! I also enjoyed some of the Golden Globes. "Save my space on the red carpet because I'm a coming:)"
You know we have to take things as they come and try not to stress. There are certain things we have no control over. Just always remember that everything will be okay. Keep smiling and allow yourself the pleasure of staying calm.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Day 4
What an absolutely gorgeous day in Denver. It was plus 7 and I was out in my spring jacket walking around with not a shiver in my bones. This morning I woke up and made myself a yummy peanut butter and banana smoothie...man I LOVE peanut butter, then did some push ups and sit ups. I know my 6 pack is just waiting to make an appearance. Soon I tell it, soon:)
As I was out on the town I went into a pet shop and saw the sweetest puppy in the world. It wanted me to take him home, I just know it. And I wanted to. It would be nice to have a furry companion on this trip but not having my own place makes that a not so clever idea. Oh little doggy, one day you will be mine.
It feels so nice to just chill in Denver for a while and not be driving. This is my time to really focus on the next part of my drive... TO VEGAS BABY!!!!!!
I also just did a little boxing workout on the Wii and had a nice healthy salmon dinner which my boo cooked for us. How blessed am I.
Feeling more Hollywood ready everyday.
Like the street performer in downtown Denver said. "Hey, there goes Beyonce."
Soon they will know my name:)
xo
As I was out on the town I went into a pet shop and saw the sweetest puppy in the world. It wanted me to take him home, I just know it. And I wanted to. It would be nice to have a furry companion on this trip but not having my own place makes that a not so clever idea. Oh little doggy, one day you will be mine.
It feels so nice to just chill in Denver for a while and not be driving. This is my time to really focus on the next part of my drive... TO VEGAS BABY!!!!!!
I also just did a little boxing workout on the Wii and had a nice healthy salmon dinner which my boo cooked for us. How blessed am I.
Feeling more Hollywood ready everyday.
Like the street performer in downtown Denver said. "Hey, there goes Beyonce."
Soon they will know my name:)
xo
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Day 3
I'm in DENVER!!!!!!!!! YAY!!!!!!!!!!
You guys won't believe it but I was actually up in time to make the continental breakfast. I was excited to get to Denver so I was up and ready to drive. Plus I was HUUUUUNNNNGGRRRYYYYY!!! All I ate last night was a granola bar. LA standards...remember.
I knew I was a long way from Toronto when I was greeted by a very precious woman by her calling me baby. I thought I was so special until I noticed she called everyone baby, baby cakes, sugar pie, sugar plum,hunny bun. She made a mean waffle too.
People in Omaha are so friendly. Everyone says hello and good morning. Really puts you in a good mood:D
Once I got on the road, the time past by so quickly. My agent called me to see if I could do an audition for a film that shoots in Winnipeg but, hello...I'm on my way to Hollywood.
Once I reached Colorado I couldn't believe it. There was no snow. It was so warm and man was it beautiful. I really felt free.
This is my destiny and I am so happy.
You guys won't believe it but I was actually up in time to make the continental breakfast. I was excited to get to Denver so I was up and ready to drive. Plus I was HUUUUUNNNNGGRRRYYYYY!!! All I ate last night was a granola bar. LA standards...remember.
I knew I was a long way from Toronto when I was greeted by a very precious woman by her calling me baby. I thought I was so special until I noticed she called everyone baby, baby cakes, sugar pie, sugar plum,hunny bun. She made a mean waffle too.
People in Omaha are so friendly. Everyone says hello and good morning. Really puts you in a good mood:D
Once I got on the road, the time past by so quickly. My agent called me to see if I could do an audition for a film that shoots in Winnipeg but, hello...I'm on my way to Hollywood.
Once I reached Colorado I couldn't believe it. There was no snow. It was so warm and man was it beautiful. I really felt free.
This is my destiny and I am so happy.
Friday, January 15, 2010
Day 2
Hi from Omaha. Nice city from what I can see so far. Lot's of tall buildings and lights. A lot of casino's. Hmmmmm...naw won't do it.
As you all know I left New Buffalo for Omaha.I left late because I decided to do a little sights seeing. Where? In good ole Indiana. You know, there is nothing out there, except...this one thing that I call the best thing ever...AN OUTLET MALL. So I had to stop and do some browsing;)...and maybe a little shopping and yes only a little. Everyone was so friendly and wanted so bad for me to try on everything in the store. I guess they get bored out there in this city that really isn't a city because I think I saw maybe one person...okay 2.
I finally left at noon and started my journey west to Nebraska. Really nothing too exciting happened. Just stopped for some Orange Julius and a Wendy's chicken wrap. Very healthy:/ Man this driving thing though is tough. The right side of my bum is always falling asleep. What is that about?
I drove through some heavy fog and finally reached Omaha. Once I settled in my hotel room, I did my usual, and went down for a workout. Have to rid my body of all that Wendy's. I watched 27 dresses as I walked the treadmill thinking, that will be me one day. talked to my boo on the phone and then went to bed for some much needed z's.
All in all a very pleasant day.
As you all know I left New Buffalo for Omaha.I left late because I decided to do a little sights seeing. Where? In good ole Indiana. You know, there is nothing out there, except...this one thing that I call the best thing ever...AN OUTLET MALL. So I had to stop and do some browsing;)...and maybe a little shopping and yes only a little. Everyone was so friendly and wanted so bad for me to try on everything in the store. I guess they get bored out there in this city that really isn't a city because I think I saw maybe one person...okay 2.
I finally left at noon and started my journey west to Nebraska. Really nothing too exciting happened. Just stopped for some Orange Julius and a Wendy's chicken wrap. Very healthy:/ Man this driving thing though is tough. The right side of my bum is always falling asleep. What is that about?
I drove through some heavy fog and finally reached Omaha. Once I settled in my hotel room, I did my usual, and went down for a workout. Have to rid my body of all that Wendy's. I watched 27 dresses as I walked the treadmill thinking, that will be me one day. talked to my boo on the phone and then went to bed for some much needed z's.
All in all a very pleasant day.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Day 1...
Okay well I have come a long way from Saskatoon. Yes Saskatoon. Where is that you ask? It's the centre of Canada and you can see right across it. I have been pursuing this performing career now for 7 years and have had some great success. But I have also had some very hard times, where a contract has ended and I am back to the drawing board, no job and only rejection after rejection. I love it though and continue to strive each day to achieve my dream. I have been living in Toronto for 5 years...wow...I didn't realize it has been that long. My gosh. Hollywood has always been on my radar but you know how life is? There is always something keeping us back...excuses, excuses, excuses! Well not anymore...not for me anyway.
I have finally decided to take that leap of faith and drive off to LALA LAND. I know...I'm driving...call me crazy.
Today Jan, 13th, 2010. The 13th is my lucky number so I couldn't have left on a better day. Funny because I didn't even plan it that way.
Anywhoo, I left this morning at what was supposed to be 8am, but i hit the snooze button 3 times. I was excited to get up and start my journey but you all have to know I LOVE my sleep.
So I finally get out of the house and my first stop in New Buffalo. Why here...because this is where my mom told me to go. Always listen to your moms. I don't think anyone lives in New Buffalo, I'm surprised it is even on the map. Ha, who am I kidding, i'm from Saskabush.
When I went across the boarder, the poor security almost fainted when I told him where I was driving to. I know, I am a brave girl.
I booked my self into a Holiday Inn Express and yes, it is quite nice. Big, room, even a mini kitchenette, until I go to the pool for a swim. needless to say I was a little frightened to see that the ceiling was falling down. I still swam though, need to exercise so I can fit in with all the Hollywood actresses. I did have a Reuben for dinner though. That was the healthiest thing on the menu.
Well, like I said I need to sleep. Gotta hit the gym in the morning too. Maybe tomorrow I'll shop for some size 0 close. Isn't that the standard in LA?
Good Night from New Buffalo!!!
I have finally decided to take that leap of faith and drive off to LALA LAND. I know...I'm driving...call me crazy.
Today Jan, 13th, 2010. The 13th is my lucky number so I couldn't have left on a better day. Funny because I didn't even plan it that way.
Anywhoo, I left this morning at what was supposed to be 8am, but i hit the snooze button 3 times. I was excited to get up and start my journey but you all have to know I LOVE my sleep.
So I finally get out of the house and my first stop in New Buffalo. Why here...because this is where my mom told me to go. Always listen to your moms. I don't think anyone lives in New Buffalo, I'm surprised it is even on the map. Ha, who am I kidding, i'm from Saskabush.
When I went across the boarder, the poor security almost fainted when I told him where I was driving to. I know, I am a brave girl.
I booked my self into a Holiday Inn Express and yes, it is quite nice. Big, room, even a mini kitchenette, until I go to the pool for a swim. needless to say I was a little frightened to see that the ceiling was falling down. I still swam though, need to exercise so I can fit in with all the Hollywood actresses. I did have a Reuben for dinner though. That was the healthiest thing on the menu.
Well, like I said I need to sleep. Gotta hit the gym in the morning too. Maybe tomorrow I'll shop for some size 0 close. Isn't that the standard in LA?
Good Night from New Buffalo!!!
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