CHRISTMAS EVE

CHRISTMAS EVE

This year has been the year of impromptu events and spending Christmas Eve outside the norm was no exception. For two days I spent my time in a hotel and I did not mind it one bit. I took this opportunity to catch up on my sleep and to simply relax. With so much happening, I needed the time for myself. Time for self care and time to rediscover my passions. To be honest, for the past week I was in a rut both mentally and emotionally. It was the result of being burnt out from social events. As much as I am thankful for the experiences I have been through and the friendships that I have made, I am an introvert at heart. Being socially exhausted was how I felt to say the least. If there's something I am constantly learning it is to form the courage to turn down social events, so I can have my time in solitude. To some, being alone is daunting. But for me, being alone is beautiful. There's a great sense of peace when I'm in my own company. I'm a big advocator for spending time alone and how people choose to spend it is up to them. As for myself, I enjoy being a homebody or going on those solo scenic adventures. My minuscule obsession for being alone has been something my best friends have constantly teased me about. They've said, "Jocelind, you're an independent hippie who's going to end up being the 'forever alone' one in our group." I find so much humor and a little bit of truth in what they have said. Everyone has their reasons to why they do the things that they do and I know mine. Maybe one day I'll write a blog post about it, but until then it'll have to be a mystery. 

Below are a list of things that I have been fancying during this hiatus and I hope you'll find the time to pamper yourself during this busy holiday season as well. Thank you for stopping by, until next time!

With Love, 

Jocelind

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FALL SEMESTER

FALL SEMESTER

This Fall term has definitely challenged me in ways that I couldn't have fathom. Before starting this new school year, I knew I wanted to do something different, something for a change. Little did I know, these changes would surmount to being one of the best decisions I've made in my life. For the first time in my college career I juggled academics as a full time student, working at a pediatric clinic, and pledging for a fraternity. If there's one aspect I've learned with having so much on my plate, it would be learning to excel in time management. Of course I've faltered, especially in the beginning. But as the weeks progressed, so did the way I prioritized my time. My dearest friends whom I've grown up with have noticed a change in me. Ultimately, that change was that I wanted  to reinvent myself and to see what I'm capable of. A year ago, I admired my friends for juggling school and work. Now, I'm doing the same plus a little more. It has not been an easy transition, but it is doable. Reflecting back on this term, I remember thinking that these tasks were overwhelming and  even "impossible," but after it all has ended, I realized it wasn't so bad after all. The quote, "it always seems impossible until it is done" finally resonates to me.  Although some moments seemed challenging, this whole experience has been rewarding none the less.

One thing I can credit this positive change for would be this bullet journal. With the blank dotted pages, I was able to customize it to my own likings. I can make graphs, charts, and even minimal doodles. Everything created on this journal was done by me, and I've learned to embrace the mistakes that I've made. Whether I didn't make a perfect circle or I had to cross out an event, I've come to appreciate that these mistakes gave my bullet journal more character. But above all, I have something I can always go back to when I'm feeing nostalgic. For a person who loves to hold onto memories, I'm thankful this journal documented every moment of this term. Moments that I don't ever want to forget.

Thank you for stopping by, until next time!

With Love,
Jocelind

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