#ohrossum

I cannot believe I’ve completed my first/freshman year of university. First, I have some incredibly exciting news I'd like to share! I was accepted into the Film Major at my university!!! I’ll be starting classes in the Fall. I absolutely adore this art form and I cannot wait to immerse myself in learning about what makes it so powerful. 

Another major event of this past year was that I came out as bisexual to my two closest sisters!!!! My heart still races at the mention of it! Although it was one of the most difficult experiences I've ever had, it was also truly one of the most liberating things I’ve ever done. They have been so supportive and helpful and I feel ever so fortunate for their love. I have likewise been amazed at the cathartic gift it has been to have them in my life. They now know something so significant about who I am and I how feel. To receive love from them as a response is one of the greatest blessings I could have asked for. 

(Here, I’d like to make a side note to anyone who needs a support system, someone to talk to, someone to listen--you can find that in me. I deeply understand the value in having someone to talk to. I didn’t have that kind of support for a long time and so I know how it can feel. I likewise know that sometimes coming out can be challenging and sometimes even dangerous or unsafe. I currently do not feel safe coming out to my entire family, so I too know how difficult it can be. Please know that you can confide in me. You have a friend and support system in me. I love each and every one of you.)

Along the same line, I met an incredible girl who lived in my apartment building during my last term. I am really quite smitten and if anyone is interested, I’d love to tell you about her. *cue fluttering heart* 

I am feeling happier than I have in a long time. For about two years now I've been struggling with some extremely trying challenges, energies, and emotions. Depression and confusion, amongst other things, have cast a cloud on much of my mind. However, I am so grateful to say that I'm beginning to sense a shift in the state of things. I know that there is immense power in loving yourself. Envelope yourself in love and light and strength and believe in yourself. We are each so powerful, capable, and resilient. I can attest to that.

I have a number of new, and continuing obsessions! To begin with, Tegan and Sara are pure gems. Their music and their examples have given my so much joy and hope. The same can be said of Betty Who. This woman, I'm telling you, is purely magnificent. All three are so talented and so powerful. I am also really enjoying Pinterest right now. Slip by my page of you want to see what I've compiled. Also, has anyone else seen Cloud Atlas? My awe at this film is so grand that I can’t even begin to formulate words to express my feelings about it. Perhaps I'll find a way to in another post. Also, Arrival, and La La Land and so many other films!!! Also, where are my fellow INFJs at? Let’s talk!

In other news, Sense8. My heart is simultaneously ripping as well as bursting at the word of the it’s cancellation as well as the word of a 2 hour finale coming next year. I don't even know where to begin with my thoughts. Due to my studies, I haven't had the time to even watch the second season. This show has, in all honesty, changed my life. It gave me a beacon of light and hope and love at precisely one of the most difficult time of my life. I’ll never be able to express how much of a gift it was to me. And not only that, but the beautiful show has filled my heart with love for all the good in the world that can be done. There is so much power we are all capable of using. We can change the world for the better, inspire others with love and compassion for all. This show will forever live on in my heart. 

My heart is full. I feel such love for you all. Please know that you are powerful. You are brave. You can make an impact. You are inspiring. And you are so loved. 

My best,