Soon it will be over...long time coming :)

I know it has been a little while. These days have been filled with wonder, confusion, and deep thought. I am happy though to say I am becoming more at peace and content with life's situations and problems. I am starting now to not sweat the small stuff and am realizing everything truly happens for a reason.

My mind has been focused on finding my purpose, true joy, and what makes me happy. What makes me happy is helping others, singing for God, and staying close to the ones who truly love and care for me. Nothing else matters...really.

Cliches aren't just simple cliches that are sparked from thin air. They are relative to every day life and will make sense in due time.

As I move forward, my prayer is that I never lose this feeling and moment. I pray I can share my whole story one day and feel no remorse or shame.

I am a work in progress but steady moving forward. I pray you are doing the same.

*Side note: I will be done with that work situation 3/31/12. I will update you guys on that and everything it has taught me.

Well love you all :) xoxo

this made me laugh...HA!

Definitely needed this...it has been a lllllooooooonnnnnggggg couple of weeks!

something to think about...

I decided!

Some things you just have to let go...today has confirmed my letting go.

I have to do what is right for me even if it means starting over again...if I dont do it now, I NEVER will.

I know you are wondering what I am letting go of but just to hint w/o telling all.

Dont let money determine your stay.

a lil update...

HHHHEEEYYY!!!!

This is just a lil update...

I am off today and for the next week and a half until I start my new position permanently. No one can steal my joy. I dont know what I am going to do with this time, but I do plan on getting all of my christmas shopping down probably mostly via internet and just chill because I am going to be working hard when I go back to work. There is much to be done and I am thankful for this break so that I can relax before I start back working permanently. The pay will almost double what I made as a temp and it is just all soooo exciting. This has to be a sign of everything falling into place. I can really start seriously looking for an apartment, pay off credit card, and start really saving.

Well that is all:)

a lil update...

Happy Saturday!

I know that its been a some days.

There is just so much going on right now.

The Job: I have been of course extended. I have been networking and the people that I have been talking to is making me feel that I may become perm sooner than I know it, so I hope will be able to share some positive news with you soon.

Other than that, everything is going fine. Of course I am always thinking....sometimes I wish I didnt think so much but I guess its just my nature so Ive decided not to fight aganist it but embrace it.

I have been reading Jezebel by Jacquelin Thomas. It is good read. I havent finished it yet but I would definitely recommend it if you haven't read it.

 Well that is all!!

xoxo

things on my mind...

I dont know where to begin But I can say that I have been so anxious lately.

1. The whole job situation has opened my eyes on so many levels. I have learned that the ones that smile in your face are not the ones that will have your back. When you are faced with a challenge, please embrace it because it is just a sign of the success coming your way. I can't wait for my next stage.

2. Friends: I dont even know how to describe the distance and loneliness I feel right now. It is like "What did I do?" "Why dont I have a support team aside from family?" There are alot of questions I have in this area ????? It all comes back to me. I give my all and undivided attention so why I am I always left alone.

3. Special Someone: I am of course the single one...I have been single all my life. I have never been in a serious relationship. This again comes back to me. I am respectful and yes I do have standards. I am completely lost in this area. I dont even know how to approach it or if I should at all.

A lady came to visit the office where I work because she has just been promoted into a role, so she came to the Houston office to check on morale and just the overall workspace so that she could make an assessment to improve our Operations. Her first passion is people, and she went on to tell her story of how she got to where she is today. It was very inspiring, but what stuck out to me the most was her speaking on passions. It of course made me think. I concluded that you are the deciding factor of everything you are a part of as well as what you allow to enter into your life. She was very direct and even allowed us to ask her open questions. It just had me in awe how personal and honest she was. It was very inspiring, and it made me feel that my time was coming:)

I know that wherever I am right now is where I need to be, but it is hard for me because everything is so dim. I guess it is just me wanting things that you cant simply buy with money. You cant just go outside and it appears. These are things that have to develop over time and even should have been made during my earlier years or so it seems.

Its like I have had so many seasonal people and things in my life thus far, and I am looking for long term. The question or thought is how do I go about that? How long do I have to wait? Was is it that I need to do to start? Do I already have these things and they are not in my sight or I am I just too blind to see it?

Hmmmm....

cleaning out the closet! (update)

Hello everyone!!!

I know I havent been blogging as much as I used. There is alot going on in this mind of mine that sometimes I just dont have the words...

September 21st will mark my 90 days at my temp job and honestly I have no idea where that is going...I have spoken to people and I have been getting nothing but positive feedback BUT I am starting to feel that this is not the place for me just simply because I would rather go into something of course more secure and relative to my major.

GOOD NEWS (not confirmed yet):

My friend from college gave me an insight to a job in Cincinnati, OH that offers security and the ability to travel which I have been craving for lately (living at home is getting a little old...I WANT TO GO PLACES!!!)

This opportunity will allow me to branch out and travel while giving me some job security:) SOOOOO I am praying that this works out for me. The deadline for this opportunity is Sept. 9th and from there I find out whether or not I can be interviewed. The best part about it all is I was able to know someone at this job that believes I could be a great fit so like the saying says, "its not always what you know, sometimes its who you know".

BTW, I cleaned out my closet!!! It feels so good:) It is really going to help me in the morning...:)

Well thats all that is going on with me...I still havent found too many things to do outside of shopping and going to the movies w/o my friends (all are in school or up north).

xoxo-Dominique

NEED YOUR HELP!!!

Life is too short to think everything through every time.

Praise the Lord I have made it through another week of work. It hasnt really been stressful (the job itself) but it does take away all of my day. I wake up around 7am to get ready and dressed...next I get at the job around 8:45am....my day starts at 9am (officially) then Im there 'til 6pm and get home around 6:30pm on a good day. So, really I dont feel like going anywhere else after that, BUT now I am feeling like I need to get out more since I am becoming more accostomed to going to work...ANY IDEAS???!!!? (It will be greatly appreciated and THANKS in advance:))

love this girl!!!!!!

Hello you guys!!!!

How are yall doing?!

Me? Im good. Working is taking all my time. I barely have had the time to enjoy my earnings but thats good though because I have been saving ALOT!

BUT! I am so ready to just go out and have fun rather than be stuck in the house..idk what to do?!? Most of my friends are out of state and the ones I have here are still in school.

NEWAYS work has been good. This week I am going to be helping someone with a project (hopefully I do well on it and will be able to show my work ethic). Also by the way, I have been giving more assignments so this job could turn permanent (staying in prayer).

Well I love you guys and will ttyl

xoxo - Dominique

a little update...

This is my official goodbye to the dear 'ol WU (Wilberforce University)

This is the dorm I called a second home for 4 years.
This is the legendary fountain where we came together to pray and hang out.

Hey all...today I was off of work...I am off until Tuesday(yay!)

I got my official degree in the mail. I was so excited to receive it through the mail(yay!...again). This definitely made me it all feel official and I just cant stop thanking God.


I have learned so many things as a college student.


I learned confidence, friendship, success, pain, trust, love, and everything in between. I couldnt see the blessings then, but I really honestly thank God for allowing me to learn so many lessons.


Now that I am working, I am so grateful. So far, I love the surroundings and the people. I am learning so many things. I have a hint of what it feels like to EARN money (btw I got my first paycheck on Thursday!).

xoxo-Dominique

WE MISS U MJ!

Today marks the 1st Anniversary of Michael Jackson's death. I cant believe it has been a whole year. It is like he never left and I still cant get enough of his music. There is only so many words you can express about his legacy that havent already been spoken.

Love and Miss U MJ!

BTW today also marks the first full week of me working. It has been a long, interesting, yet great week. I am so excited about working and finally feeling a little dose of independence. I hope God continues to open doors for me and directs on the path He wants me to follow.

Well until next time stay safe and happy:)

ttyl-Dominique

First Day at WORK!

Hello all....:)

My first day at work was great. The people are really nice and it is an atmosphere that I can see myself working in for a long time. I know that it is heaven sent. Everything just worked together for the good for me and I am so grateful!!!

I have a feeling that I am going to enjoy work more than school because it is nothing like doing something for yourself and feeling independent. Now I just have to make sure that I stay focus on my little goals and dont sweat the small stuff.

They extended my time from two months to three so I just have to make a good impression to possibly become permanent.

Well I will def. keep you guys updated as the time passes.

btw isnt chrisette michele a beauty?

I got a J-O-B!!! (yay!!!)

Hello my inspirations!

Today was a great day!!!

I got a J O B!!! Yes you read it right.

I am so happy right now and overjoyed!

Thank you GOD because it was only You that stuck by me and gave me this opportunity and I will not let You down.

I am so grateful and want to encourage everyone out there that are looking for jobs. Please keep your head up and stay patient. Your breakthrough will come through and when it does, know that it is not the end but your next beginning.

I will ttyl about my first day on Monday!

xoxo-Dominique

GET UP!

Nothing in life comes to you without sacrifice, grace, or effort. In order for something to happen in your life, you have to make the moves and do what is necessary to get to where you want to be. Through it all, with prayer, you can achieve anything that passes through your mind.

Right now I am in the process of finding a job. You would think since I am a college graduate jobs would be just lined up for me but that's not the case. You still have to fight. It is like starting from square one all over again. I am a freshmen of the real world. But I happy to see that my work is not in vain. I have interviews set and possibly a definite job opening, so please continue to pray for me.

Watch God work for you. If you trust in Him and give your life totally to Him, He will give you all the desires of your true heart.

xoxo-Dominique

Hello you guys...How are you?? I am bored out of my mind and thinking as always...

I am thinking about the reasons why I need to start living in the moment instead of trying to figure out the future. How can I have a future if I dont live for today? The future has to come from somewhere and I guess thats why God gaves us the "present". I am confused still on alot of things but I am realizing that its alright to stop thinking so much and just live. If you can just imagine being a senior in college with no clue about what's next? If you dont watch out, it will consume you and take over you. I think for me it is the constant remindance of not having that entry level position or creditials for grad school. On top of that, everyone wants to know whats next for me esp. my family. But all I have to say is "idk" and "ive applied to stuff but there has been no luck". So whats a girl to do? Should I sit here and weep or just live for this moment and know things will work out for me. For those of you who have read my blog on a consistent basis know I am simply obsessed with this subject. Its not something that I should ignore but I do need to start living for today and not worry about everyones input on MY future. The economy has really messed it up for newly college graduates but I cant let that get to me or determine my destination. So until then I will continue to pray and hold God in my heart and whatever is whatever.


Romans 8:28
And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.

I feel wonderful. I got a phone call this morning that could be the start of something great, and it somehow put me at an ease. Have you ever hoped and prayed for something so long, and before you were about to say I give up, GOD HAPPENS!!!!?

Please look over your TO DO list and make sure you are abiding by all the rules and make sure it happens so that God can Happen. You cant expect for things to fall in your lap. Take the time to be diligent, stay focus, and prayful. HE will do the rest by putting you in the right places at the right times...but you have to make sure you deliver!

God is so awesome. If you just put in the time and invest in your dreams, HE will see you through to the end of that situation til forever. Trust in Him and wait on Him. He will show up and show out!

Remember to pray. This is the most important part of it all. To ensure you are in connection at all times, you have to pray. One day you could feel down and the next you could have all the joy in the world by just praying.

So thats it people...you guys have a blessed day!!! xoxo

You Just Never Know...

This can apply to every aspect of L I F E.

Grad School or Entry Level Position???

There are so many choices, but so little time to decide. I have the ability to do both, but which one will be more beneficial for me specifically in the long run? Yes, the economy is looking better, so getting a job fresh out of college is likely, but grad school couldnt hurt me. The dilemma lies in my mind because I am beginning to get advice for everyone and everyone is all saying different things with valid reasons. Ive prayed like so many times about this and I know God is probably about tired of me asking for the same thing, but I cant help but ponder what's next?????

Is any of you going through the same or similar thing? Let me know how you are handling the pressure.

That's it for me...talk to you guys later:) xoxo

freemind.

Hello you guys....

My mind is so full right now

I have much to do in so little time...hmwk is starting to pile up...organization is getting out of wack....I am constantly forgetting to do certain things...what do I do?

This semester is flying by too fast for me but I do need a much needed break...Its just too much going on right now...deadlines are approaching and I am a person that likes to have my stuff in order or have an idea of whats to come than it just slapping me in the face...again I ask what do I do?? (seriously).

So much is coming up and I dont have a clue where to start...this job thing is looking not so good...so much is just on my mind right now...I need a brain release.

Btw how are you guys?