A Scroll through my Eyes

Bored at work

Tue, 08 May 2012 22:42:58 -0400

Bored at work

“So he took my hand and he gave me a twirl And I lost my heart to a Kerry boy!” Hi Ellen! Maybe...

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 17:42:21 -0400

“So he took my hand and he gave me a twirl

And I lost my heart to a Kerry boy!”

Hi Ellen! Maybe wondering what the significance of the lyrics you just read?? First, yes, it’s to the song “The Galway Girl”…that I may have changed a few words here and there to personalize just for what I’m about to tell you…(not sure how to reference the slight lyric changes) ?? Well, you may have guessed it! I have fallen in love with a true born and raised Irish guy from Killarney, accent and all! His name is Dave O’Neill, and he is a Garda in Dublin right now. As for me, my name is Jenna Smith and I’m just a southern girl from Kennesaw, GA (basically suburbs of Atlanta). I’m working as a receptionist, trying to pursue my dreams, as well as being broke slowly paying off those annoying college loans that never seem to go away?!

Now, maybe wondering how these two crazy lovebirds met? Before I tell you the brief version of the story, there is something you need to know. Ever since 2^nd grade after making a leprechaun trap and believing there really were such things as leprechauns, I have always had this fascination about Ireland and love of St. Patrick’s Day! I have always enjoyed St. Paddy’s day and especially more after turning 21! Making trips to Savannah, Hilton Head, Baton Rouge, Chicago…..! Its’ kinda like Christmas for me…

So the secret is I’m pretty much in love with anything that associates with Ireland…the color green, Celtic Women, Celtic Thunder, sheep, castles, Enya, shamrocks, beer, potatoes, Irish accents, silly superstitions, the list goes on! Oh and of course Dave!

On that note, let me get into the story! Two years ago, I had an amazing opportunity to take a trip to the Emerald Isle! My best friend was placed in Ireland for a 4 month teaching program for her masters. I couldn’t be more excited for her! At that time, I really wanted to visit her but the funds just weren’t there. As I thought about it more and more it would be stupid of me not to visit! Come on, it’s Ireland?!? Through a miracle and struggle…I booked a ticket and hopped on a plane for an adventure of a lifetime. I fell in love with the culture, people, and drinking beer at the pub while dancing the Irish jig. BUT the main reason why I fell in love with Ireland was because I met Dave. Cheesy…I know but true. SO the question is how did I meet him? Well, his dad was my tour guide for the Ring of Kerry! Later that evening I was introduced to Dave and he had my heart ever since! My time spent with him felt like a movie or a dream but it was all real. The luck of the Irish was truly there and also when the volcano erupted in Iceland leaving me stranded without a way home for a few more days. I know that I have already had the opportunity to go to Ireland, but love makes us do crazy things. I would do anything for a chance to see him! If only that “small” pond wasn’t separating us…

“So he took my hand and he gave me a twirl And I lost my heart to a Kerry boy!” J Hi Ellen! Maybe...

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:17:55 -0400

“So he took my hand and he gave me a twirl

And I lost my heart to a Kerry boy!” J

So the secret is out that I’m pretty much in love with anything that associates with Ireland…the color green, Celtic Women, Celtic Thunder, sheep, castles, Enya, shamrocks, beer, potatoes, Irish accents, silly superstitions, the list goes on! Oh and of course Dave!

On that note, let me get into the story!

Dave and I are just two people from two different cultures with hearts that match trying to make a long distant relationship work. One of the problems keeping us apart is the “small” pond that separates the US from Ireland. Someday I hope we can be together for longer than a blink of an eye and spend a life together I feel is meant to be.

As I learned, the Irish are always telling a good story, whether its true or just a little off the truth.

Doodle

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 01:12:03 -0500

Doodle

Shading shapes slang

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 01:10:35 -0500

Shading shapes slang

Photo

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 01:09:40 -0500

Bored at work

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 01:08:19 -0500

Bored at work

We are already physically apart…and I dont want to feel emotionally apart from you cause our...

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 20:41:53 -0500

We are already physically apart…and I dont want to feel emotionally apart from you cause our communication sucks.
Sometimes I just feel like you leave me in the dark about things…for example your phone being broken…cause then I start thinking well maybe he is ignoring me..ive called him 3 times, sent txts…and nothing.

I hate it cause I just want you to be part of my everyday life and right now thats obviously a little difficult….lol

Another day… 1/16/12 It really is true…you want something more when you can’t...

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 23:51:42 -0500

Another day… 1/16/12

It really is true…you want something more when you can’t have it. I should know already know that is true…

Eat.Pray.Love

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 23:47:41 -0500

1/15/12

I feel like the 15th is a day something tragic always happens….

May 15, 2011 was my deadline to move out of my parents house after a huge fight with my mom.

MY photgraphy- Rock of Cashel

Sat, 14 May 2011 01:55:20 -0400

MY photgraphy- Rock of Cashel

SOme of my photography….lake in killareny, ireland

Sat, 14 May 2011 01:54:12 -0400

SOme of my photography….lake in killareny, ireland

cozumel, mexico-at the beach with my best friends! I love...

Tue, 10 May 2011 23:37:07 -0400

cozumel, mexico-at the beach with my best friends! I love photography

"It is better to live your own destiny imperfectly than to live an imitation of somebody else’s..."

Tue, 10 May 2011 23:34:45 -0400

““It is better to live your own destiny imperfectly than to live an imitation of somebody else’s life with perfection.””

- Bhagavad Ghita, Eat, Pray, Love