Love and Hate

Much has happened this last week of cultural importance and is extended onto this week with a lot of cultural and personal importance….

The devastating Tornadoes hit our State and surrounding States…with lots of loved ones lost in the natural disaster

I finished my last Physics test this morning…still waiting on the results but feelings of impending doom is looming on the horizon

My final is Friday at 8am.

I work my last shift at Anthropologie Wednesday

I have a huge gas bubble under my left rib that showed up on my chest x-ray. Yes it hurts and yes I have terrible gas. Be forewarned!

Osama Bin Ladin was killed yesterday (supposedly)

I loved what my friend, Jason Armstrong, posted on his facebook page….

“Osama bin Laden already buried at sea? Yeah right. The government would never lie about this, would it? I'd say there's a 50% chance bin Laden is sitting in Malibu eating ice cream right now.”

But I really liked when Jason quoted Martin Luther King, Jr….

I mourn the loss of thousands of precious lives, but I will not rejoice in the death of one, not even an enemy. Returning hate for hate multiplies hate, adding deeper darkness to a night already devoid of stars. Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that.” —Martin Luther King, Jr.

 Because that, my friends, nails it on the head for me.

Yes, we supposedly killed the man who was in charge of 911 and I can not say that I am sad he is dead. But, his ideology is still very much alive and are we not aligning ourselves with his ideology by celebrating and rejoicing over his death?!?!

Let’s be the change we want to see in the world.

Let’s drive out hate with love!

Thank you Jason for posting that!

My intention this week will focus on the healing energies of my mind and body—and how they may radiate forth and emanate goodness, love, and compassion to all who cross my path. And to those who are in mourning and  in pain.

May God continue to bless America. 

Family Day

Yesterday I got my first official taste of grad school. UMC held “Family Day” for the OT class of 2014. I can not believe I just typed 2014. It feels alien-ish.

My mom and dad came over. And my brother Clint joined in as well! We got to meet our whole class. I think there are about 35 of us. and I think that I am the oldest. ha! We were introduced to the staff and team at UMC that will help us through these next 3 years. We also toured the campus seeing where I will be in class come May. The only thing I kept thinking was, “I can not believe I’ve made a 3 year commitment. WHAT AM I DOING???”. But then it was always followed with, “That’s right, Jennifer…this is what normal people do..they make commitments and keep them.”. Oh yeah. I almost forgot;)

For as studious and Type A as I am, there is a fairly LARGE part of me that is absolutely and totally carefree. That part of me wants to just travel the world, have no schedule, no plan…..not worry about bills, laundry, work, or what day it is.

But, I know I’ve made the right decision. And in 3 years when I am working and making my own money, I CAN travel the world…..and worry less about bills....but I’ll probably still have to do laundry;)

After we finished the family day, my dad came over and hung my pictures on the wall! It sort of made my new place “official” in my mind;) My dad is so awesome….and so is my mom. I hope one day I have a marriage as strong as theirs. And are as unselfish as they are. And that I love my kids as much as they love me and my siblings. I know I’ve said it before, but I know, without a shadow of a doubt, that I would not be where I am today without them and their support. My success is largely due to them. And there isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t thank God for them and ask Him to bless them 10 fold.

Here are some pictures of our lovely Friday together;)

and then today, I worked from 10-7. I packed my own lunch (with about 7 points, I believe)

and I exchanged a dress for this cool shirt.

Man, I’m not going to miss working retail, but I am going to miss the clothes at Anthropologie. None compare.

Time for a little R&R before I hit the books in the morning for Physics.

Goodnight, bloggers.

Goodnight, moon. 

Hot Showers & Georges Barbier

Ah!!

There is nothing like the feeling of a hot shower late at night. I rarely take them (night showers I mean, not showers in general! Ha!) but occasionally there comes a need for a hot shower (like after a long sweaty yoga class) and it just feels good to be so fresh. and clean.

Greetings, Friends!

I wanted to share a few things with you!

Mainly, a new artist (well, not new at all, but new to me!) that I discovered when researching Art Deco Artists the past few days—Georges Barbier. My mind was completely blown away with his prints. They are so playful, quirky, funny, and whimsical. And they depict my favorite era—the roaring 20’s.

Not only do I live in an Art Deco style home, but I realized that MOST of my framed pieces are in the Art Deco style. They are mainly Klimt and Mucha. So, it totally fits for me to live in this place! Ha!

I have been thinking a lot the past few weeks on what art I want to adorn my bedroom walls. I have so much wall space in this new place that most of my already framed pieces are going down-stairs. I came across Barbier’s pieces and just KNEW that his prints must be on my walls. I will now dedicate the next 3 years to collecting his prints and putting them on my walls;)

Why?

Because they make me happy.

To read more about Barbier, click here!

Next I will be on the look-out for art for my guest bedroom/study area. Any suggestions?

In other Jennifer Nanney News:

I have grad school orientation tomorrow! It's called "Family Day" and my Mom and Dad and Brother (Clint) are coming over to attend with me. I will meet the people that I will be spending the next 3 years of my life with. Although we are virtual strangers now, in no time, we truly will be family. 

I found out at work today that I will be working about 3 times as much as usual (30-35 hours a week) for the next 2 weeks. This made me gulp. and feel a little over-whelmed. Besides school, I have a full load just with meetings/Relay for Life/Yoga, and various other responsibilities I shoulder. This means that a few things will take a back seat the next few weeks--and they will probably be yoga/meetings/and friends. *gulp*. 

BUT, the end is in sight. I have decided to leave my Anthro Family May 4th in order to prepare for Grad School and begin Anusara Immersion 1 and 2  at Butterfly Yoga! The Immersion starts May 5th. Just in time;) I will be so sad to leave what has become "home" for me. I have loved every minute (well, most of the minutes) with my family at Anthropologie and not only will I miss my discount, but I will mostly miss my people.

I did buy this beautiful blue shower curtain today after work. It matches my blue tiled bathroom perfectly! 

Here is a better pictures I found on the internet. Mine (as you can see) is a little wrinkled. Nothing a few hot showers can't fix;)

My next Physics test is MONDAY! and I have a very full weekend ahead! I'm trying not to get too anxious and tense. A lot rides on these next few grades. I DO have to pass with a C to be able to actually attend Grad School. Hmmmm......let's not think about that. ha!

I hope everyone has had a marvelous week. It sure has blown by fast! 

OH, Weight Watchers is going superbly well! I am only on day 3 but I can tell that my metabolism has revved up and I am enjoying learning about portions. My oh MY was I eating too much food! I love eating 5 small meals throughout the day. I already feel better! I feel that in no time my weight will be where I want it to be--and in a very healthy manner.

Here's to you. 

Here's to me. 

and here's a GREAT BIG HOORAY for FRIDAY! 

“Any great work of art . . . revives and readapts time and space, and the measure of its success is the extent to which it makes you an inhabitant of that world -- the extent to which it invites you in and lets you breathe its strange, special air.”

My Favorite Things

Here it is! As the Holiday season is whistling past us, I both always look forward to and dread the 24 days before Christmas. It means lots of parties. lots of people. lots of people going crazy. lots of stressed out, emotionally ridden people. the list goes on and on. but what i do love about Christmas is that it is truly about GIVING. and if you know me, then you know I love to give. It truly makes me feel better than anything in the world. 

Here is a list of a few of my favorite things this year. Not to be confused with Oprah's Favorite Things (hehe;).

My favorite holiday candle, Mulled Wine from my place of employment

my favorite cowgirl slippers

amazing Jeffrey Campbell shoes

local art work by my friend William Goodman

 hip yoga jewelry from Satya 

amazing cowgirl boots from Embelish

Amazing handmade Jewelry from Meridian’s own Keely Phillips, whom I used to babysit,

Malick and Grace

The following items come from my place of employment can be found at Anthropologie!

Clothbound Penguin Classics!

Glossed bangles

Holkham Gloves

Excavated pot

Capri Blue Candle, handmade in Starkville, MS

Wood block portraits of your kiddos and loved ones by Jackson’s own, Ginger Williams-cook!

Handmade Jewelry by our longtime family friend, Jean Tucker

My favorite coffee table book EVER, The Selby

Incredible handmade frames and furniture by my best friend’s husband, John Taylor Moore, at Kiwi Wood Werks

This play kitchen by J.T is my all-time favorite! He made one for  his little girl and I could not get over how amazing it was!

Whew! That’s enough for now. I do have so much more I could add, but I think I’ll stop here. I hope everyone’s decent into the Christmas season is going wonderfully well. My roommate and I almost have our tree decorated and stockings hung. I hope Santa is generous to each and everyone of you!

Merry early Christmas!

Me and my beautiful roommate, Mac