Erika Hopkins

Gobble Gobble

I rarely write out the things that I am thankful for because it always felt super cheesy and contrived. This year, however, feels like an extraordinary year in the scheme of the 25 I’ve had so far. So, with all that said, here is my list of things that I’m thankful for: The Gift ofContinue reading “Gobble Gobble”

Chicago 2011: Starkid Slamaganza

My Birthday trip captured in video. This was one of the BEST trips not just for the place and adventure, but the people I met and the future hopes that began there.

This past weekend, I saw the movie J. Edgar starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Armie Hammer. I had not seen one trailer or clip from the film prior to this weekend. The only piece of information I had was a movie poster I saw in Hollywood a few weeks back. I had no idea what the storyContinue reading

Vague is Vague, Good is Good

This will be one of my more vague posts, and for that I do apologize. I would want to share more, but there’s still stuff needing time to process and develop before that is possible. If you’ve read my blog before, you most likely know that change and I are not friends. Even good changesContinue reading “Vague is Vague, Good is Good”

Spirit Day

October 20, 2011 is #SpiritDay and it is to support LGBT youth in an anti-bullying movement. Today, I wore my purple shirt in support of this movement. I changed my twitter picture to have a purple cover. I support this movement to end bullying and hatred towards the LGBT community. The Christian perspective on LGBTContinue reading “Spirit Day”

All the Single Ladies (and Men)..

“Speak Up! No one will know how to help you, if they don’t know you need help” This was a recent topic at church and it really struck a personal nerve. The previous sermon was about serving the children in our church and community. It was great because our church is called to the children andContinue reading “All the Single Ladies (and Men)..”

I randomly found my old blog (which was only abandoned due to google and me changing my email). It’s interesting that I haven’t been able to just connect the two…since they are both still me. Anyways, I wanted to post a link in case you’re bored and wanted to know what my thoughts/life was likeContinue reading

Sing it Out

For the past 6 months, I’ve been taking singing lessons 2x a month…and I’m in love. I can’t imagine not having these lessons to help me grow and be a better singer. The wildest part is that most people have no idea how much I love to sing. I’ve spent a good majority of myContinue reading “Sing it Out”

Editing is hard

I’ve been trying to edit and complete the video for Chicago but it’s taking FOREVER! Reasons being: 1.) I’m easily distracted2.) I’m fasting for using electronics past 10pm and that significantly lowers the time I have to edit on weekdays3.) I’m finding new things I can do with the iMovie program each day (which meansContinue reading “Editing is hard”

Chicago? What?

So it’s my birthday at the end of this week, and I was initially planning to have a huge dance party on Friday (August 26th). Then I saw something that completely changed my plans. I’m a massive supporter of Team Starkid Productions (which can be found on YouTube here: StarKid Potter) and I also amContinue reading “Chicago? What?”