work that silver magic

28. writer, reader, mother.

[jillian-evans-blog]

INSTAGRAM: JILLIAN EVANS UPLOADED A NEW PHOTO. @jillevans: future book nerd. proud is an understatement.

[jillian-evans-blog]

@jillevans: just ate healthy toddler food because I'm too tired to walk to the hotel vending machines. maybe it'll make my hair grow faster or something.

[rxvenhairedprincesss]

jillian-evans:

I snuck onto campus after checking into the hotel, and into the library today for old times sake, and then stepped outside to cry because holy cow, I got old. There’s something about showing your daughter the place you spent a big chunk of your college years that really does something to your emotions. Pretty sure she’s too young to care, but obviously we took a selfie in front of the library. Either that, or I’m emotionally jet lagged from the lovely cross country flight and left all my sanity back in Manhattan. 

Did you have fun on campus? I haven’t seen you in forever, Jillian! How are you?

[jillian-evans-blog]

I had a good time, yes! It was sort of sentimental, but also depressing. I mean, a lot has changed, but not enough, you know? I haven't seen you in a while either, obviously, but that sorta thing happens, you know? I'm doing pretty well. I have a child, now? Adopted her, obviously still single..just writing. How are you?

[jordanmu]

jillian-evans:

private: 

Of course. Let me know when you get here, we’ll run down and get you from the lobby. I’d totally come by myself so we can do that moment where we run into each others arms, but that’s pretty hard holding a freaking child and im not sure I trust enough people to leave Eli in the room during a weekend night in downtown LA. 

[PRIVATE]

Ugh, I’m sorry. A minute in between this and now, Alexander came over and… yeah. It’s just a mess. I’m a mess and I don’t know what to do.

[jillian-evans-blog]

private: He came over? Geez, what the hell? Why, exactly? What happened? So many questions. Want me to come over? If he's not there now, I mean..and I hope not. I can get lunch and bring Eli over? Make a day out of it?

[gabpezold-blog]

jillian-evans:

You’re fine. I adopted her a little less than a year ago, and she’s 14 months! I don’t expect most people to know I even have a child. As far as that look, it hasn’t happened yet! Thankfully Im still the coolest person ever, unless she secretly hates me. Oh yeah, flying sucks. Especially with a kid. And when you’re sitting behind some guy that clearly hasn’t showered in a few weeks. I’ll be totally fine. How are you and Dani doing?

I actually knew you’d adopted her. I hear random bits and pieces whenever Dani and Cassie are video calling. I just didn’t know how old she was. There’s no way she hates you, though. “Mother is God in the eyes of a child.” …is something I learned from Silent Hill, but it’s still cute and absolutely true. I mean, in my case, I’m God #2, since Josef absolutely favors Dani, but still. I hate flying in general, but flying with Josef is the worst. We’re doing really good, thank you! How are you? Also, another thing I should know and feel terrible that I don’t, but what’s your daughter’s name?

[jillian-evans-blog]

I do think that's cute. I'm totally not one of feeling god worthy, but hey, if she thinks it then good for her. Kids do that thing where they favor one parent, apparently- totally don't have to deal with that but I wouldn't take it personally. She had her own seat, but that wasn't good enough, you know? Had to be in my lap, which I totally don't mind, but having a small human sit on you for way too long is kind of exhausting. Elinor. Eli, El, whatever nickname works! And I'm pretty good. Super busy with writing, but I really fucking love it and sometimes I have to pinch myself because I really got this far.

[elianarcohen-blog]

Sorry for being late to the PSU reunion, dudes. Got held up shooting our first appearance on SNL last night. 

NBD.

Where’s the first party?????

[jillian-evans-blog]

No idea when the first party is, but I'm not even sure if I'll go! Hopefully your cousin and my sister are in attendance? That would probably up the chances of getting me there.

[brookrose-evans-blog]

jillian-evans:

Me? Never jealous of companionship! I’ve matured!

When did you become such a good actress?

[jillian-evans-blog]

I'd like to think I'm somewhat talented in the performing arts category granted on what our father does for a living. He kept his cool under tons of people, why wouldn't I? That's totally false though, crowds are horrifying. Hence why I hole up and write with a toddler crawling around on the floor as my only company. I'm pretty jealous of all companionship. My fiancée would probably be hotter than yours, when the day comes, or something.

[jordanmu]

jillian-evans:

Guide them onto the path. Would that make us like, related somehow? Everything is confusing because lord knows I’ll still be a single parent, and I have no idea what you’ll be up to. That was totally a joke, hence the use of bad language. I’d want our kids to grow up healthily and fall in love, not forced into it. Obviously your baby’s going to be quite the charmer. Hopefully Eli’s not much like me, and she won’t require so much attention to live happily. And to be honest, I kinda wanted a big ass hotel bed that I could literally sink into. I didn’t even think about, I made these arrangements right away and like, traveling with just a toddler is super stressful. But yes! You’re honestly missing some hardcore Tiny Evans family snuggling.

I would hope that wouldn’t make us related. For some reason.. that just seems.. wrong? I don’t even know why.

I need to stop this conversation, because… Alex’s here and he found out and now I’m on the verge of crying and eating absolutely everything in sight. Hormones plus asshole ex-boyfriend. Great. Can I come over right now?

[jillian-evans-blog]

private: 

Of course. Let me know when you get here, we'll run down and get you from the lobby. I'd totally come by myself so we can do that moment where we run into each others arms, but that's pretty hard holding a freaking child and im not sure I trust enough people to leave Eli in the room during a weekend night in downtown LA. 

[cassie-archive-blog]

You know what sucks? Me, when my husband’s here. But as for what sucks in a metaphorical sense? Teenagers. And guess who gets to give a speech to an auditorium of preppy LA teens tomorrow? Why I didn’t just take the week off is beyond me. Oh wait, that’s right, because the husband I mentioned before is busy touring, and I’m stuck here like a fucking spinster while you all talk about your perfect relationships and babies. Drop it, it’s been a day and it’s already getting old.

[jillian-evans-blog]

If it helps, I only have one of the two? And being a single parent is fucking hard, and while its obviously totally exciting and worth it, I wouldn't say its much to be jealous of. I'm glad you used a metaphor, that was lovely. I can be spinster with you! Just also with a one year old. 

[jillian-evans-blog]

@jillevans: just ran into one of my old profs at Whole Foods. apparently I'm too pretty to still be single?

[brookrose-evans-blog]

jillian-evans replied to your photo: ↳INSTAGRAM @brooklynrose uploaded a new photo:…

I don’t have a fiancée so this is invalid.

#greenlooksgoodonyou.

[jillian-evans-blog]

Me? Never jealous of companionship! I've matured!

[jordanmu]

jillian-evans:

She’s pretty easy to adore, honestly- obviously you’re talking about her. Yeah, yeah, I know. I love you too. I don’t know if we should force them, but wouldn’t that just be the best love story ever? Some Taylor Swift kind of shit right there. Its a really nice hotel. I splurged and got a king bed, heated mattress, its beautiful! I already paid for the whole entire week, so if you ever wanna go on a tiny little vacation, you’re totally welcome to reap all of the hotel benefits with us. Free wifi, a jacuzzi, free breakfast, way too many movie channels and the fluffiness towels known to man..might come in handy when it comes to talking to dealing with him! You probably deserve a vacation, even if its just to downtown LA!

Okay. Maybe not force them, but just.. guide them onto the right path. Because their mothers are amazing and get along perfectly – so why not them? You know? Oh God. Please don’t refer to me and Taylor, you know how many times people compare me to her. I’m so ready for that to end like… now. Jillian! Why in the world didn’t you tell me? You could’ve had a place for free. Pffft. But actually.. that sounds nice. If I need to hide away from you-know-who, you are first on my list.

[jillian-evans-blog]

Guide them onto the path. Would that make us like, related somehow? Everything is confusing because lord knows I'll still be a single parent, and I have no idea what you'll be up to. That was totally a joke, hence the use of bad language. I'd want our kids to grow up healthily and fall in love, not forced into it. Obviously your baby's going to be quite the charmer. Hopefully Eli's not much like me, and she won't require so much attention to live happily. And to be honest, I kinda wanted a big ass hotel bed that I could literally sink into. I didn't even think about, I made these arrangements right away and like, traveling with just a toddler is super stressful. But yes! You're honestly missing some hardcore Tiny Evans family snuggling.

[rosemaisie-blog]

jillian-evans:

I totally would’ve taken you up on that, hotels are expensive! My bed and refrigerator of sparkling water is probably worth it, though. Still, it’s a super sweet offer. And it must be really nice to finally have a semblance of a clean slate.

Originally posted by hestershigh

Well, if you ever feel like you want to come to your very own Bed and Breakfast instead of a hotel, my door is always open. I’m not sure it feels like a clean slate. More like a failure, really, but I’m sure it’s just because of the weather. Depressing weather always makes me gloomy.

[jillian-evans-blog]

I'll let you know if I do. Hotels are nice, a little isolating at times, but they serve a good purpose. Yeah? I mean, I've never even been engaged, let alone in love I guess, so I feel terribly unable to help. Depressing weather is always nasty, so hopefully when the sun comes out you'll feel a little better. And if not, give it some more time. No pain stays the same forever. Or at least, that's what they want you to think.

[jordanmu]

jillian-evans:

Let it be known to everyone that I was totally in the loop for this. I’m usually the last person to know these things, so congrats to me. And you! For the millionth, thousandth time. I’m super pumped to actually be in the same place as you for more than a weekend, even if it is on such sad terms, which I totally don’t know how to react to. Either way, I want to see you ASAP! You should probably get all the mommy-ing practice you can get, to be honest. After all, our kids might just grow up falling in love with each other.

Of course you were, silly. Hello. You’re my best friend. You know just about everything~ Yesss. I want to see the both of you! I want to see my favorite girl, and I’m not talking about you. (Whoops. I’m sorry. I still love you tons, though.) Oh my gosh. What if they did? That would be totally cute. I’m calling it now – we’re going to force them to fall in love. We just have to.

You know you can stay with me, right? Like.. wherever you’re staying, if it’s a hotel, is not as nice as staying with your favorite person in the world.

[jillian-evans-blog]

She's pretty easy to adore, honestly- obviously you're talking about her. Yeah, yeah, I know. I love you too. I don't know if we should force them, but wouldn't that just be the best love story ever? Some Taylor Swift kind of shit right there. Its a really nice hotel. I splurged and got a king bed, heated mattress, its beautiful! I already paid for the whole entire week, so if you ever wanna go on a tiny little vacation, you're totally welcome to reap all of the hotel benefits with us. Free wifi, a jacuzzi, free breakfast, way too many movie channels and the fluffiness towels known to man..might come in handy when it comes to talking to dealing with him! You probably deserve a vacation, even if its just to downtown LA!

[rosemaisie-blog]

This is just a PSA that if anybody for whatever reason needs a place to stay, the Casa De Rose is open! That’s right, Rose– as my name is officially and legally changed back to Rose and all is well with the universe. Or at least, it will be.

[jillian-evans-blog]

I totally would've taken you up on that, hotels are expensive! My bed and refrigerator of sparkling water is probably worth it, though. Still, it's a super sweet offer. And it must be really nice to finally have a semblance of a clean slate.

[jordanmu]

Wow, it’s so great to see all of you guys back here again. I honestly feel like time has just gone back to eight years in an instant. I know it’s a sad reason, but I’m just really stoked to see all of you guys. And since I’ll be seeing you guys.. I’ll figure it’ll be totally obvious with the large planet growing from my stomach but ah.. I’m pregnant. Five months along and ready to pop this boy outta me ‘cause I am so done with being a big ‘ol fatty. So if you were wondering why me and my music dropped off the face of the earth…. well, that is exactly why! Baby McCarthy on the way. Don’t feel like you need to say congrats~

[jillian-evans-blog]

Let it be known to everyone that I was totally in the loop for this. I'm usually the last person to know these things, so congrats to me. And you! For the millionth, thousandth time. I'm super pumped to actually be in the same place as you for more than a weekend, even if it is on such sad terms, which I totally don't know how to react to. Either way, I want to see you ASAP! You should probably get all the mommy-ing practice you can get, to be honest. After all, our kids might just grow up falling in love with each other.

[brookrose-evans-blog]

jillian-evans:

I snuck onto campus after checking into the hotel, and into the library today for old times sake, and then stepped outside to cry because holy cow, I got old. There’s something about showing your daughter the place you spent a big chunk of your college years that really does something to your emotions. Pretty sure she’s too young to care, but obviously we took a selfie in front of the library. Either that, or I’m emotionally jet lagged from the lovely cross country flight and left all my sanity back in Manhattan. 

Wow, nerd alert. Can she even say the word ‘Book’, cause ‘Brook’ isn’t far off and she still can’t get that one.

[jillian-evans-blog]

Like mother like daughter, I guess! And nope, not yet. Fingers crossed for soon, though, because books are the best. She'll probably get book down pat first and graduate to you. Ill let you know when she does. Being back here is so freaking weird, though. Like now that I saw the school, and a few people I actually enjoy, I kinda miss my apartment back home.