A Little Vino Can’t Hurt

Abbey

that must have been a pleasant surprise to come home to a homemade enchilada! stay strong girl, we all have faith in you!!! 🙂 and a little wine of course doesn’t hurt, either 😉

Deva

Wine definitely doesn’t hurt, and your dinner looks very yummy. You are strong and awesome – remember this, because it’s true.

kelly

So glad to hear you are doing better. You’ve been on my mind most of the day. Get a good night’s rest!

cj

So sorry you are going through this. Stay strong, and when in doubt…wine cures all!

Pam

Wine heals but time definitely heals too. I know NO ONE wants to hear that but it’s true. You’ll eventually move on and grow from these events. I really believe you learn something from every good or bad occurrence in your life. Have faith and remember that it’s all part of the bigger picture that maybe you can’t see right now but it’s there.

Stay strong!

Chocolate Covered Ka

Jenna, you are so cute!

Marissa

Wine def. helps!! 🙂

Elly

Hi! I’m Elly, I’ve been reading your blog for a couple of weeks now. Just want to say that I so enjoy reading your posts and you just seem like such a fun, amazing girl. Hang in there; all things must pass, and this will too! Stay strong! Keep doing yoga and the things that make you happy, and spend plenty of time with the people you love. =)

Rebecca

Wine definitely helps! I’m glad you have your parents around for support (and food!) Try some lavender tea to get a better nights sleep tonight. Hang in there.

apples are awesome

Just remember that you can be thankful that you live near your parents, and that your mom is a wonderful cook who can leave you yummy leftovers during such a difficult time 🙂 Not everyone has that luxury, believe me!

You are doing great. Chin up.

Glittearti

Oh Jenna! I’m so happy you have your fabulous girlfriends (both IRL and in blogland!) and your wonderful family to help you through this tough time. (Not to mention the wine! 😀 ) No words can really take the hurt away, but know that you have all of our support and love as readers. Trust your faith and instincts when it comes to your needs. You’re surrounded by goodness, you are goodness, and you WILL come out of this stronger!

Meghan

Jenna,
I was re-reading this morning’s post and I noticed you mentioned something about making an even bigger move on your own. Perhaps moving out of state? California? Even if you weren’t I think a time like this would be a great time to do something you wouldn’t have otherwise because of (boy)friends and family. Take the recent events as an opportunity to treat yourself to something more than wine, food or material objects. Even if you aren’t moving, things like girl chats, reading on a blanket in the park, floating in the ocean or really just doing whatever your heart desires is the most wonderful thing about being able to do whatever you want!

Joelle (The Pancake Girl))

Wine does wonders sugar!

Nicole

Jenna, you are an amazing and strong person. You have the strength to make it through anything. I know things may seem real bleak right now but I promise you, things will get better. Plus, you have the love and support of your family and friends – the people who matter most and the people who love you the most. I wish you all the best in the world – because you deserve it! Plus, the Healthy Living Summit is only a week away and I can’t wait! Take care of you.
-Nicole

Meredith

Jenna, so sorry to hear about the end of your relationship. This is no doubt a tough time, but the lows are what make the highs in life so amazing.

AND, look at you! you are young, beautiful, smart, and have so much living to do, whether on your own or part of a couple. you are a talented writer, an amazing chef, a fabulous friend, and a GOOD person (the type that runs marathons and raises thousands of dollars for charity!). never forget that!

and keep enjoying the wine, if it doesn’t heal, it definitely speeds healing along…trust me, i’m a doctor, hehe 😉

Rika

dont worry jenna! you’ll definately find someone as beautiful as you are for sure 🙂

Emily

I so miss my mom’s dinners. I’m a bit jealous! 🙂

Alison

My mom has always taught me that there are lifelong relationships and then those people that God puts in your life for “seasons” to help/challenge/change you. That is one of the things I’ve reminded myself every time I’ve felt the pain of losing someone close to me. Also, I’m experienced enough now to know that after the sadness and healing comes an amazing time of excitement and anticipation – what’s next?!?! There’s no limit 🙂

Heather

Hi Jenna,
I know that we’re just bloggie friends but if you ever need to vent, NEVER hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. You are certainly blessed with so many support systems and a lovely head between your shoulders. You are an angel! Having said that, your break-up actually inspired me (I know, right?!). It got me thinking a lot about my own relationship with my boyfriend and how things have been so rocky and what I want out of life…I’m so confused! But I’m glad I’m confused because this needs to happen. I need to reflect on things. I don’t know where I’m going with this, I’m sorry! Rambling tends to be my thing in situations like these. In short, THANK YOU. Hope to hear from you soon.
Love,
Heather

Tay

How do you like those bars? They offered to send me some products and I’m trying to pick what I want! I can’t decide if I want to try the bars, or stick with a couple cereal & granolas. Are the bars worth it?

Annie

Jenna, there’s nothing better for healing your soul then getting together with your girlfriends and drinking wine 😉 One day at a time sista and you’ll start to feel better. Hope you sleep better tonight!

Greta

A quote I love,

“If you close the door the night could last forever, leave the wineglass out and drink a toast to never.”

I don’t know who it’s by, only that everytime I read or say it, I get tingles.

Sheri

Awww…Jenna hang in there girl! It will get better! A glass a wine is always good for the soul.
Your dinner looked so yummy…it is one of my favorite meals.

Lainie

Your mom’s food always looks amazing. And I love watermelon too – this summer it has been spectacular! Hope you get some much-deserved rest tonight 🙂

Rachel

Jenna-

I don’t know the details behind your break-up but I broke up with a long-term boyfriend to move to a big city and pursue my dreams. I second-guessed myself for a few months but two years later I don’t regret it at all. It was something I had to do for myself. Now, I am happier than ever and in a career I love with a group of friends I adore. You know more than most that life is short and you are young so make the most of it!

Jessica

Aw honey you look sooo sad 🙁 I hope you heal fast. With lots of wine and watermelon 🙂
is that energy bar good?
-muffy

Morgan

Hi Jenna

I’m a recent reader of your blog and I have never posted before. I just wanted to tell you that if I was going through what you were, I wouldn’t have had the strength to put on that cute little dress and go out for a drink. You’re already doing great! Your blog picks me up when I’m feeling lazy, so I thought I owed you a comment saying how cute you looked in spite of everything.

Rachel

Aw man, that little face you’re making – it broke my heart! I haven’t commented yet, but I have been thinking of you. Breakups are so, so hard, but I take some comfort in the fact that it’s a universal experience. Of course no one knows how you feel inside, but everyone can empathize. Let all of this support encircle you and embrace you – everything is going to be okay.

lora

watermelon or enchiladas sure do help! i know that for sure, tonight. Dont ever hesitate to talk, or chat about anything!

xoxo
LO

Jennie in Wonderland

This reminds me of the SATC movie, when Carrie and Miranda are both sad and out for Valentine’s Day – they get mistaken for a couple and are giggling about it and keep ordering “more Shiraz”. Sometimes, your best girlfriends + wine = all you can do.

Hope you’ll be ok. Just take it moment by moment. Hugs!!

BTW those enchis look amazing! I am making a combo of yours and Gina’s this week for the bf – I don’t think we’ll be able to handle the deliciousness!

Jennifer M

“Maybe some women aren’t meant to be tamed. Maybe they just need to run free til they find someone just as wild to run with them”

Ann

Jenna, you’ve been on my mind for the last few days as I’ve been wishing you healing and serenity. I was at yoga last night and thought about how your yoga experience motivated me to give it a try and I love it. You are very motivating and inspirational. Have you ever considered getting certified as a yoga instructor? I think you would be wonderful!

amethyst

Hi lovely Jenna, Sorry to see you looking so (uncharacteristically) sad. I know you’ll come through it even stronger and the happy smile will reappear on your face. Great for your parents to have you with them! Cheers, sante, salute for the vino (in moderation!). Virtual hugs, A 🙂

Whitney

I know you are having a hard time right now, but I love that first picture. :). There, I said it.

Pam (Highway to Health)

Wine and girlfriends definitely heal all. I hope you got some rest last night!

magicanderson

Funny, I ran about 1.5 miles today and then did yoga instead of staying on the treadmill. Exactly-sometimes you just don’t feel it! All I want to do lately is yoga, slow and strong. So, that’s what I’m doing and it feel good instead of pushing myself to do a long run when I’m not enjoying myself. Comfort food from Mom does wonders for the soul!
~Lisa

monica

Hey Jenna,
I am soooo sorry about the break up. Those are always super hard. I was just thinking about it, and wondering if it would be even a bit more difficult in your position because of the blog.
I realized that if I broke up with someone, I could avoid them (if I wanted). However, Ryan can read every word on this blog which is sort of like your diary. He can read it when you have moved on, next week, or now while the wounds are still fresh. Will that impact what you post (it would me!)? How so? Just wondering!

Continue to enjoy the wine, yoga, and girl time! I am sure that will make things soooooooooooo much easier during this challenging time.
Monica

Katie

Hold tight to the knowledge that what you learned from this relationship, will prepare you for the next. God is teaching you something through the relationship and break-up that He couldn’t teach you any other way. So keep your heart open for His wisdome!
*hugs*

Jessica

Stay strong – everything happens for a reason. It may not always be clear right away, but it will show itself.

Also, in your last post, were you going 40 when you took that picture of your dash?? I could not help but giggle when I saw that!!