In order to start addressing my goal for my site, I'm going to try something...
First off, I don't want anyone to think that I'm spending the majority of my vacation updating this... In fact, I end up squeezing time in to fit this in with everything else we've been up to. By no means would I prioritize anything over spending every second with my family. I'm only blogging when there's down time and my lil brothers are napping, quietly entertaining themselves, or have gone to bed for the night. I would be crazy not to actually relax on my holiday as I've been looking forward to it since last year! I just find blogging fun and like I said in my first entry, my goal is to "bridge the gap" in any way I can and if by sharing my thoughts, I can interact and connect with someone else out there and so on... then I'm succeeding (even if in a small way). I think that the best way to start is by sharing moments of my life and day to day thoughts that you can respond to. I realize that I'm 19 and hey I know I have a ton to learn but by writing out my thoughts, it's helping me get through them and grow. Hopefully people of all ages can relate in some form to what I write. If you do, please respond and comment because I really do want to know what you're all thinking. I want to create a "forum-like" environment where you can feel free to express your own thoughts and opinions, no judgements passed. There aren't many places where you can do that now where you can be completely anonymous so why not make it here?...
If I haven't written something you want to respond to, bring up your own topic, problem, concern, or issue that we can all be included in and think about. Who knows? That problem that's been taking up your mind and bothering you because you feel like no one else will understand, may be one that we all have and can all discuss.
I am a little hesitant to write an issue on here because I’m sure the last thing you want is to become an agony aunt but there is something that has been bothering me recently and it would be good to get opinions from different ages and walks of life because most of my friends seem to have the same experiences as I do.
Do you think love always burns out?
We've all heard of the seven-year itch and that seems to happen with alarming regularity. Most people I know would either be married after that amount of time or else they end up splitting up. The ones who are married seem to have exactly the same dilemmas – they’ve become more like best friends, the spark has well and truly gone and something is missing.
I know you have to work at relationships and they can't always stay as exciting as the initial ‘honeymoon period’ but I have to wonder whether there isn’t more out there. Don’t get me wrong we don’t fight all the time, in fact we get on really well but the spark has well and truly gone and because we have kids I really couldn’t in all conscience walk away without a good reason. So is that all consuming love just a fantasy or should you hold out and wait for it to come and leave someone if you don’t have it? Do all relationships end up the same way but some people are happy enough with the next level that a relationship goes to? Do most people spend their lives searching for it and if they find it do they then realise that it was actually something else that they were looking for? Am I making any sense? Probably not but it will be interesting to see what people think.
Lily, (what a nice name to be named after a flower) your a go-getter ! ...I can see your very idustrious, outgoing..full of energy, very intelligent and full of lots of ideas ! wonderful !..and I can tell your family is very important to you. I came here myself out of curiousity as too being a fan of your fathers music, and I suppose naturally you realise these things will happen..I mean people interested with you due to this famous connection...and as the previous poster posted..with his questions there will be this kind of interest...(but to talk to you about your dad was not my personal intention here)..but I suppose a little general speaking or sharing of things about your Dad-family is of some natural interest here and is okay (seems to come with the territory) not that I think you should get too personal here, which I'm sure you understand, and your intentions are obviously not to soley focus on your Dad..you are your own person and have your own agenda and interest here....(enough said!)
anyway, to share a little bit here about myself..I'm a 48 year old woman, I have 2 children, Bridget 28--Heidi 21...and I understand about writing a little, and how it can be cathartic and or help to express and work out your feelings.. although my immediate problems are too big or personal to share here.. (haha..really I have a bit of a chuckle here now)...well, in my particular case, not the time, place or space, as they say... but I think it's a great idea you have here and you have different points of interests here...also, usually it does help for a thought to share to inspire others..and as I've seen on your fathers website, once a community with common interests developes it's more condusive to personal sharing... anyway..not to ramble on so, as sometimes can be easy when your typeing away here,,..(another little tidbit about myself, I' ve actually been writing your Dad, Mr. Phil Collins, since 1985 so I understand how writing can be a little theraputic too! (smile) ..tell your Dad I said Hi !! ...from Maryann Louise, he should know me atleast just a little)smilely face) speaking of theraputic...I see your majoring in school with Journalism, I would be curious as to what are your other interests in scholol or life in general?? I took a little college when I was younger...are there some other kind of arts or science that your interested in? you seem to me that you would like a little pyschology classes as well, or anthropology...due to your introspectiveness and interest in people, their feelings, thoughts problems or behavoirs...oh well, hope you like school! but for now.. GO HAVE FUN KID !! sounds like you are...wish I was there!! heehee..but it's time for me to go to work..I work the evening shift due to since I'm such a night owl ! (I give medications and care for the elderly in a facility, it has it's rewards and or teaches you things, but it can burn you out too..and ofcourse the pay could always be better) Okay gota go ! (cuz they don't like it when I'm late ..lol ) luv always, Maryann (p.s. and I do wish the best for all of Phil's children..God bless!)
thank you very much for the opportunity to discuss things with you and I highly appreciate that you take time out of your day to communicate with us. I found your website by coincidence a couple of days ago but I am already addicted to it. To be honest with you, I am actually a big fan of your dad for most of my life. He is a major source of influence to my personality and he made me the person I am. He somehow gave me strength when I felt weak and he made me smile when I was about to cry. …but enough of this as it’s getting too personal. I would be happy if you could let us know how you see your dad through your eyes. Do you like his music at all and what’s your favourite song? What do you feel when you hear the music of your dad while shopping in the supermarket? …and what’s going on inside you when it comes to the serious songs where he sings about the relationship to your mum and the whole world is listening to it!? Are these just songs for you or do you think about what your dad must have gone through when he wrote the songs? Thanks again for sharing your thoughts with us!
Lily! Wow, your blog is incredible! HOW EXCITING! :)! I enjoy reading about your adventures! You seriously inspire me lol (aspiring journalist here!) I'll be reading for updates! Stay sweet!
Lily u rock! u re so cool! and Omg!! u interviewed Scarlett, we love u! haha we re from Uruguay, so we talk in spanish but, in english too haah, cool site, xoxo, Val & Ugie.
Hi Lily! OMG! I was almost in tears--clutching my invisible pearls--as I read your blog posting about our day in lovely Fullerton. Let me now praise you: You are by far, not only, one of the prettiest girls I have ever worked with, but so professional! I loved every minute of it. You were sweet, gracious, classy and intelligent. The "quadruple threat"! The cherry on the cake was our conversation about Chanel and how much you knew about the art of Haute Couture--there are fashion design students about to graduate that don't even know half as much as you (and I should know, I teach them!). I really hope we get to work again--or at least, have you come by my studio and play Dress Up!!! A big kiss and hugs, with much admiration, Nick
hey lily, congrats on everything your doing , you look really beautiful, a little different from the 6 year old girl i used to know take care tommy xxxx
Hey Lilly , I was that girl @ Joeseph Martin today , that u complimented on my hair. i think you are a very well rounded person. I was to shy of telling you. BTW c u again @ the salon!
That was so refreshing to read.. (blog: march 27th).. I believe it to be completely true.. I make sure to keep an active conversation going with my folks. It's amazing how easy it is to bridge that 'huge-little' gap between our generations if you genuinely take the time to try..
I've had a few different occasions where friends and I would end up discussing how our current 'day-in-age' lacks true role models.. Who do we admire these days? Just got me thinking for awhile..
You have such a wonderful soul, Lily. This is an amazing idea and my hope is that everyone will realize what a gift this blog really is.. You have created a safe and intelligent environment for any generation to speak its truthful mind.. And that, IS worth writing for..
Lily Collins is studying broadcast journalism at USC, is set to appear in interstitial programming spots airing throughout the day and night on Nickelodeon, reporting from the sets of Nick series, movie premieres, awards shows, concerts and other celebrity events. She also will host daily 30-second updates centered on current music, movie, fashion and celebrity news and join current host J Boogie to contribute reports to the weekend TEENick block.
This marks the first time that Nickelodeon has inked a deal for a roving entertainment correspondent.
"Lily is a natural in front of the camera," Nickelodeon executive vp talent Paula Kaplan said. "She can think on her feet and is comfortable interviewing a wide range of people. As a rising young star herself, she's totally plugged into the latest entertainment and pop culture trends."
Do you think love always burns out?
We've all heard of the seven-year itch and that seems to happen with alarming regularity. Most people I know would either be married after that amount of time or else they end up splitting up. The ones who are married seem to have exactly the same dilemmas – they’ve become more like best friends, the spark has well and truly gone and something is missing.
I know you have to work at relationships and they can't always stay as exciting as the initial ‘honeymoon period’ but I have to wonder whether there isn’t more out there. Don’t get me wrong we don’t fight all the time, in fact we get on really well but the spark has well and truly gone and because we have kids I really couldn’t in all conscience walk away without a good reason. So is that all consuming love just a fantasy or should you hold out and wait for it to come and leave someone if you don’t have it? Do all relationships end up the same way but some people are happy enough with the next level that a relationship goes to? Do most people spend their lives searching for it and if they find it do they then realise that it was actually something else that they were looking for? Am I making any sense? Probably not but it will be interesting to see what people think.