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Practicing Perseverance

So, lately I have been trying, once again, to spend less time doom scrolling on socials and more time investing in my life and the kind of person I am. One of the ways I have been doing this is by finally working through my reading list. Coincidentally, it is a list that was heavilyContinue reading “Practicing Perseverance”

Plus-Sized Disneyland

Last month I got the opportunity to not only live out a childhood dream, but also overcome a sizeable fear that has been growing in my mind lately. As a child raised in the 90’s you can sure bet that I was raised on Disney. I grew up watching movies like The Lion King, BeautyContinue reading “Plus-Sized Disneyland”

Recognizing Growth

Let’s get personal for a minute. Have you ever felt stuck before? Like somehow all personal growth stopped at 24 years old even though your ID says you are north of 30, and your knees like to pretend that they’re 75. Until pretty recently, this is how I would have describe myself. Mentally stuck atContinue reading “Recognizing Growth”

A is for Astrophotography

In case you missed it, last month was the annual Perseid Meteor shower and this year its peak occurred over a weekend! Needless to say, I took full advantage of the timing. I went camping with one roommate on Friday night (learned that my sedan was not made for me to sleep in, because shortContinue reading “A is for Astrophotography”

Summer Update 2023

It has been a crazy few months, but as I sit here at a local park, typing this update, I can’t help but realize how immensely blessed I am. It is a beautiful summer day here, with fluffy white clouds dotted across a blue sky and a gentle breeze keeping the heat at bay. ButterfliesContinue reading “Summer Update 2023”

Preparing for the Life You Want…

Have you ever heard the saying “dress for the job you want, not the job you have.” I have, and I chuckle pretty hard when I consider the timing of it. I first heard it while working part-time as an HR team member at a major US retail store. Nevertheless, I took the advice andContinue reading “Preparing for the Life You Want…”

Summer Recap

First off… How is October almost over already? Wow. Secondly, sorry for the hiatus. It has been a crazy couple of months and if I am honest, I have been oscillating between survival mode, growth mode, and consumption mode (usually consisting of an overconsumption of social media and entertainment with the distinct purpose of notContinue reading “Summer Recap”

5 Travel Tips for Introverts

If you are an introvert like me, you love the idea of travel, but the execution of it can be a little overwhelming at times. Sometimes, it is the idea of being in close quarters with friends or family for days on end (regardless of how much you love and enjoy them). Other times, itContinue reading “5 Travel Tips for Introverts”

Mini-Update

Good morning… and depending on when you read this, good afternoon, good evening, and good night! (Do you like the Truman Show reference I just did there?) I wanted to touch base with you all because I am really determined to stick with this schedule of posting every other Saturday (I hear routine is supposedContinue reading “Mini-Update”

What’s Stopping You?

I have a dream. I wish I could claim it was a noble dream; a dream that works to end social injustice or world hunger, or maybe brings about world peace. It’s not, because realistically, I’m a little too selfish for that kind of dream. Instead, I dream of making travel and exploration my lifeContinue reading “What’s Stopping You?”