Musings from Grasse

This place has so much history.

We stand on the shoulders of others --

   

-- Building on what was built before us.

     We create lives, so simple --

Yet full of so many pleasures...of every kind.

Food, drugs, art, music, sex; luxury indulgences that please
on oh so many levels~

Leaving a lasting impression on those that come after so that

they might stand on these shoulders of progress...

~Musings from Grasse~

French-isms

J'aime France. C'est un place super. C'est ma maison loin de la maison~

Life here seems more simple. Food is more natural and fresh, people don't move as fast and life seems overall pretty quiet. Except for the loud bickering that you inevitably hear coming out of every house you pass. I can't wait til I can actually understand all the eloquent tongue lashings. Health care is simple, there's history in the cobblestone, and love is in the air.

Maybe that's just because I am so lucky to have such an amazing tour guide. Ben is an inspiring man who is so fun and so kind. It's heartwarming to see him take pride in taking care of everyone and everything. He dispells the rumor that all French people are rude with his warm smile and honest candor. As long as you don't cut him off dans le rue. He shows glimpses of that French fierceness, which only adds to his charm and appeal.

Inevitably there are some things that I miss about America. Starbucks, my dear friends, and those trashy reality shows that became my guilty pleasure. Bad Girl's Club on TF1? Impossible! But instead I've gained Ice Tea Peche, an affinity with the Mediterranean Sea, and chocolate for breakfast.

It's the subtle differences in culture that make life unique all over the world. Even the ambulances sound different. But it's the similarities that bind us as a globe. The sound of children laughing is the same all over the world. The significance of exploring the global village is profound beyond comprehension. I have no more words, just feelings~

Greetings from Cannes

I finally did it! I quit my job, got rid of my apartment and sold my car! I got rid of my comfortable life in sunny LA in pursuit of my dreams. My dream to be my own boss, my dream to pursue my own creative projects, my dream to spend more time with my French boyfriend.

The first week abroad was a whirlwind. I stepped off the plane and went directly into sales mode to promote my short documentary, The Meaning of Life, at the Cannes Film Festival. Thanks to all who submitted videos.

So now what? Now is the time to take my dreams and my project to the next level. I'm currently raising money to film the feature length version. To expand on this theme, the Meaning of Life. Shooting begins in August and I couldn't be more passionate about exploring these ideas with people from all over the world.

But I need your help! If you think this theme is a valid one, contribute as little as $1 to help see the film to fruition. In return, you will be given copies of the film, movie posters, executive producer credits, etc.

Find out more here: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jpifproductions/burning-man-and-the-meaning-of-life

Thank you for your continued support and check back often for updates from abroad~

Express Yourself! Video Submissions Needed

Let your voice be heard by sharing your unique ideas on The Meaning of Life! Big topic, I know. I bet you have a lot of interesting things to say about it~

So sit down in front of a camera, your web cam or built-in isight and record your philosophies. Start your submission with "The Meaning of Life is...."

You can talk about creation, evolution, sex, money, rock n' roll, whatever feeds into your ideas about why we are here wandering around this place called Earth. What is our significance in the Universe? What does it all mean? Submissions can be just a few seconds long, a few minutes long, take whatever time you need to express your beliefs and ideas. Just don't forget to start with "The Meaning of Life is..."

Videos can be sent by email, yousend it, or simply direct me to a link: info@jpifproductions.com
VIDEOS DUE BY MARCH 23rd

For more information, reach out to info@jpifproductions.com

The Meaning of Life

Confess, express, discuss. Divulge, proclaim, make a statement. Step inside...

Why are we here? Where are we going? What does it all mean? What is the nature of your reality?

History of a 3 Week Tour

France and Switzerland highlights reel. Natural beauty, adventure and love. Love, love, love, love.

An End to Fear and Doubt

New Years is a time for resolutions and I have many. One is a newfound dedication to end Fear and Doubt. We all doubt ourselves and fear not only failure, but success. So counter-intuitive, but so true. So I start the New Year out psyched and ready to conquer anything that comes my way. 

Cut to the very next day. Fear creeps in. What if this happens, and what if this doesn’t happen? But this time I realized the feeling. Felt it deeply, meditated on it, sat with it and asked it to stay awhile. For me, fear grips me right below the rib cage. My muscles tense slightly and my heart races. What does fear feel like for you? 

Once you truly feel it, recognize it, you can embrace it. And then it vanishes as fast as it came. Facing fear and doubt head on actually brings empowerment. But fear plans its eminent return and that’s okay. I’m ready for it. Ready to embrace it, ready to transcend it, ready to turn it into power. 

I choose to accept my fate as it unfolds, which brings an end to fear and doubt. And so for life my heart glows with so much enthusiasm, it could elevate me to heaven~