My first month in RBII

Brunch after church with my roommate.


Jesus time and good conversation with a friend at my favorite coffee shop in my neighborhood, Black Hand Coffee Co.


I've been sick with bronchitis, lots of How I Met Your Mother and drawing and dreaming.


Birthday brunch at our house for the dancers last week was such a success!


Season kick-off event at Richmond Ballet with all the RBII girls!
- Lauren Elizabeth

End of an era

I can't believe it's over.
My two years in NYC were absolutely incredible. I met people who have changed me and have learned more than I ever thought I would. This past week held many long days and lots of tears shed. I have never felt so devastated to leave a city and a group of people. They will always be in my heart. I feel so thankful for the good times and the bad times! God proved himself faithful over and over again. Eucharisteo.
There is nothing like NYC. There is nothing like Ellison Ballet. I miss it so much already. I keep reflecting on it like I'm watching my past in a movie, a movie I wanna watch over and over again. It will be a favorite of mine forever. I hope I never forget it. I hope I see them all again. I hope they find joy.
Soli deo Gloria.
- Lauren Elizabeth

Warm heart

Some of my favorite people are in NYC this weekend to see my showcase before I leave this incredible city! This sight just makes me so happy! Drinking my coffee, eating my peanut butter toast, and spending time with The Lord while this sleeping beauty is next to me. I love my sister:)

- Lauren Elizabeth

Location:My apartment

Bits and Pieces

 

1. Excerpt from my favorite daily read, Streams in the Desert.

2. Qdoba for lunch on a rainy Saturday with Jenna. Oh how we miss Oklahoma and our hearts go out to all those in need right now. 

3. MAILED MY CONTRACT! 

4. Action shot in rehearsal for my variation in our spring showcase.

5. Earl grey macron from Kahve after a long day.

6. Sewing pointe shoes almost everyday it seems like.

7-9. Recent purchases!

10. Alice's Tea Cup with Jenna and Abigail for brunch.

11. Finally tried Wafels & Dinges. (with ice cream and nutella!)

12-14. Sitting on the grass in Lincoln Center with friends. Heart is happy:)

15. Buying souvenirs to remember this great city I call home.

"I'm gonna make this place your home."

May 16, 2013 was one of the greatest days of my life! Not only did I get to see Paramore, one of my favorite bands, in concert with my friend Taylor, but I found out I GOT A JOB WITH RICHMOND BALLET! During the break between the opening act and Paramore, I got a call from my new boss telling me he is giving me a contract to be in RBII. I started crying right there in the back of the venue. God had been shutting every single door (which is EXACTLY what I prayed for) and it wasn't looking like I was going to get a job! I am so thankful for this opportunity and I am so excited about this new adventure He is taking me on. Soli deo gloria (All glory to God).