Happy Independence Day!

Hello everyone! I'm still working on getting the internet up and running, so i'm at the parents house using theirs! We're going to be going to see some fireworks tonight and a parade tonight. I like this Holiday because there's unity and fun. Everyone has cookouts, get togethers, games, and just enjoy being in this great country. Freedom isn't free, so thanks to the men and women who served and are serving in the armed forces for us. It's because of them we can celebrate!

Also, as you may know i'm a photographer and I entered a photo contest! It's through the local news here, but I you would like to help me, all you have to do is get on facebook, 'like' FOX 47 News, then 'Like' my picture which is in the album "Snap into Summer Week 4" i'm number 96 of 200 in the first album. I'll post the links below, but it would be a great help. Also if you want too I have a photography page on facebook too. I'll link it on the sidebar. Feel free to check out my photography!

Have a great 4th of July! And if you're not from the U.S. have a great day and enjoy your day of Independence as a country! I know Cananda's was July 1st, but i'm not sure of others, so have fun celebrating where you live, who you are, and be thankful for both everyday!
-Jen

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Women Who Rock: Blanca. [Intro]

Taking a break from moving to give some advice on moving. It helps to be as organized as possible, plan it out and as you go, take breaks, and listening to music helps!

I'm getting internet at my new residence soon, so I will do a full update then, but now I just wanted to give you a little intro into a new feature called:

I'm still working on the pic. But this feature will be about women who I find to be strong, positive role models and are a great example. I'll feature musicians, actresses, professionals, and more, but I also would like to feature my reader too. So if you would like your story to be featured here, send me an email with your story on why you rock to sobrilliantlife@hotmail.com

My first will be brief, so I would like to do a full post on her, but my first is Blanca from Group 1 Crew.
She is a singer with the group and has an incredible story.

And here is her story:



I'll be back with more on why she inspires me and more!
-Jen

Just Stopping by to say

hello there! Just got back from an awesome weekend at a concert festival. I'll post a few pictures soon. I'm actually about ready to call it a day, but I did want to stop in for a bit since I haven't updated in awhile. This week is going to be quick busy. My lease is up on the 30th so I have to be out of this apt. by then. I moved a bunch today, but still have like 50% to go. Tommorow I hope to get a lot more moving done. Also tommorow I plan on doing a post called "Women Who Rock" which will be based on my weekend at the festival and maybe later in the week i'll share my story with you so definitely check back later. And you know what isn't fun (among other things) about moving? I want to craft soooo bad. I really want to make the tile coasters and do a little scrapbooking but it's all packed in boxes. Isn't it kinda weird when you have the stuff availiable to you, you don't really have the desire to do it, but when it's gone you want to. Oh well, scrapbooking will have to wait till I unpack!
Have a good night! -Jen

Couponing? ...

Ever heard of the show Extreme Couponing on TLC? Well I don't have cable so i've just recently caught a few episodes at my parents house and wow, it's crazy how much people save. I love how a lot of them give it away, but a part of me is concerned for the people who just want to have stock piles of groceries and that makes them feel good. Well, anyways, I think I want to try it. Maybe not the extreme, but I would like to save on my groceries a little more and I love love love free! So here it goes. I bought a paper with ads and coupons and i'm going to start cutting and planning!

Also I hope your having a Happy Fathers Day!
-Jen

Going on a Puppy Search!

Hey there! Guess what?!?! I'm moving into a house! I am in apartment, but soon i'll rent a house which i'm super excited. And I can finally have a dog!!! So I'm looking into puppies. Here's the top 5 list of dogs breeds I like:

1. French Bulldog



2.) Yorkshire Terrior















3.) Maltese

4.) Pugs

5.) Mix Breeds.

 

The last picture is of my dog Mikey. He passed away last year. He was the best dog. He was a beagle, cocker spaniel, daschund mix. We got him at the local shelter and he was the perfect dog for my family. I will tell the story of him another time. But for now there is my current top 5 list. I actually like all dogs and I know the next dog i'll get soon will be a rescued dog from a shelter. I'm checking petfinder.com lots lately looking for thee right dog! I'll share progress too.

Thanks for reading!

-Jen

Awww

Source 1 and 2

I want one...
-Jen

Music Monday: Adele

Hi! I was actually thinking of doing a Summer playlist, but in the process of picking songs I came across of Adele and her new song. I do like Adele's style, her voice. I love the deep soul of it. Here's my favorites of hers:

Chasing Pavements was the first song i heard of hers and I instantly liked it.

I heard this song on the radio a few days ago and I love it. And it's true, you reap what you sow. There is some songs I like the actual song, but not lyrics to an extent. But she sounds like the great artists of the past.
Here's a little Q&A with her:


I think i'm going to listen to more Adele. :)
Later -Jen