Roadtrip

Hi everyone,

What a beatiful morning. There's no better way to start the day than jogging on the beach, and there's no better reward than a fresh coconut. I cut the coconut myself which resulted in a big mess, but at least I still have my fingers left.
The wind still hasn't been strong enough for kitesufring and the little kid inside of me is getting a little bit frustrated. Fortunately the upcoming days will be filled with action and adventure. I'm going on a roadtrip today. It's a place four hours away which is known for it's white beaches and waterfalls. Tomorrow I'll take a boat to a desert island and stay there one night.
Other than that I'm just chilling and going with the flow. I've been quite disconnected from music stuff but the other day I met a man who has worked with big stars like Led Zeppelin and Pink Floyd for instance. I gave him my single and he promised to sit down for a coffee and give me some advice.

Cheers,

Jessica

Sun, coconuts and beach parties

Hi everyone,

Right now I'm at one of the most beautful places in the world. I'm surrounded by wonderful people, coconuts and sand. I've barely used the Internet or my phone since I arrived last Thursday. My mother and flatmate both got very upset because I forgot to tell them I arrived safely after two days of travelling.



Unfortunately the wind hasn't been strong enough for kitesurfing yet, but there's still time. Instead I've been chilling, writing lyrics, swimming, making friends with the reef in a canoo, training Kung Fu on the beach, looking for amber in the sand and the other day I tried riding ont of the very primitive "motorbikes" everyone has got here.
Last night was aboslutely great. Went partying in town with some friends I met here last summer. Before going to one of the beach bars we stopped at a very known place called "Blue Bar". It's the best way to get a hungover. For 0,70 euros you get a half liter paper cup filled with rum and topped with coca-cola as a take away.

Later in the evening I had the weirdest bathroom experience ever. I was just about to close the toilet door when a Dominican guy pulls it open, comes in and locks the door. My body automatically prepared for defending myself but instead of attacking me the guy apologizes, pulls out a small plastic bag from his pocket, sniffs a bit of cocaine and leaves. I couldn't do anything but laugh. I mean, who does that?
Now I'm gonna go and get myself a nice coconut.



Cheers,

Jessica

New York

Hi everyone,

Oh, what a day. I woke up 05:30 and been travelling the whole day. Now I'm in New York and will continue to the Dominican Republic tomorrow morning at 04:30 am. There is something about the U.S security check that always makes me feel like a criminal even though I'm completely innocent. I hope they don't freak out because of all the vitamins I'm bringing with me to take care of my stubborn flu.
Now I'm waiting for some food delivery. I'm absolutely starving but unfortunately I kind of ran out of dollars so a small seafood soup will have to do. It better be good!

Cheers,

Jessica

All the bags are packed....

Hi everyone,

I've been packing the whole day. I'm going to the Dominican Republic tomorrow and will be back in the end of May. It's one of my favorite places. The picture was taken two summers ago at the same spot where I'm going.

My head is filled with all the possible things I have to sort out before I go. I can't wait to sit down on the plane. I love airports. I find them very relaxing, except for when you're almost missing your flight.

I always jump into this creative bubble when I'm on the plane. I guess it's because I'm not distracted by anything and free from obligations. It's a good place for songwriting.

I'll leave my laptop at home but I'll write when I get the chance.

Cheers,

Jessica

Lots of laughs and shaking teeth

Hi everyone,

Now the first part of the music video is done. I'm really satisfied and had an awsome day. When I woke up in the morning still in a slight fever and was coughing my lungs out but after a few Buranas I was already feeling better.

After we arrived to the shooting location, it didn't take long before we realized what a challenge it was going to be to stay warm.

We were filming in a an old factory that happened to be much colder inside than outside in the sunshine. The thought of taking my warm clothes off and perform in a top and a pair of short wasn't very comforting.

There was a lot of jumping around, hugs, standing next to the spot light and a few hours later a shot of Mint liquor when the coldness was close to unbearable. I prefer not to mix alcohol with work but this was a very good exception.

Even though most of the people thought they were going to freeze their butts of, everyone was in a very good mood and we had a lot of fun. We worked for 12 hours but it felt more like 5.

Big thanks to the awsome team, you guys did a great job!

Cheers,

Jessica

Ps. Thanks mom for the delicious food!

Snakes and blankets

Hi everyone,

Check out the picture my flatmate took this morning. Good morning beautiful! I felt like something the cat dragged out of the trash can.

I went to the doctor who informed me I have an infection in the thorat and the lungs. Why now? Can't the stupid infection wait til after my video shooting on Saturday? Maybe God is mad at me or something.

I spent a few hours being annoyed until I got bored of it. I soon realized it wasn't so bad after all being ill. It was a while since I took some time off to do something else than music stuff.

I watched a few movies accompanied by Squischy (it's a boa, not a guy), on the couch. He is the best to have around when you have a fever and always feel too warm with the blanket on and to cold without it. Snakes have a very cold skin temperature, so Squischy and the blanket makes the perfect combination.

Cheers,

Jessica

Gig

Hi everyone, Had a great evening in Le Bonk last Thursday. The gig went well and I'm satisfied. The only thing that wasn't so good was the mixing, so people couldn't always hear my voice and the guitar. Well, shit happens and then you die. Next time we'll have our own mixer. Cheers, Jessica