Introductory Post

           Hey, y’all my name is Jessica, but I like to go by Jess. (I promise the “word” y’all will be my only intrusion upon correct grammar.) Just a y’all, though, I feel encompasses my southern life from perfectly seasoned frying pans to my gravel drive. A glimpse into my life would also be largely made up by my faith, my family, and Sooner softball. Just as importantly, my bookshelves are made up by Jane Austen, L.M. Montgomery, Charlotte Bronte, Livy, and if you want the rest of the list, you’ll have to ask me about it sometime. One of my dreams is to have my own writing join those already published authors. In many of my notebooks are scribblings of poetry and the beginnings and outlines of stories. My writing is riddled throughout various pages because often times inspiration or intense emotions push for an outlet, so out they come on whatever paper is nearest. That is why I titled my blog Scribblings Cordis Mei which is a blend of English and Latin meaning the scribblings of my heart. 

            In the fall, I will be entering my freshman year at Faulkner, and my current major is English. I may not know where God is leading me in the long run, which right now appears to be four years of college, but I am reassured by the incredible knowledge of God’s promise “‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future.’” — Jeremiah 29:11 Trusting in His plan and His timing can leave me restless. What I have learned, though, is that living my life in His way, truth, and life makes each day fulfilling even though doing so is sometimes a struggle. This is one reason why I am so excited that I will be encouraged to worship and give myself to God each day at Faulkner through coursework and daily devotion. I suppose I can wait for my first semester, but it is going to be difficult. 

See y’all soon!

               Jess