Life Update #1

This blog is supposed to be an outlet for me, myself, and I to write about anything and everything and share it with whomever will listen. That being said, I'm going to add in some journal type entries pertaining to what's going on in my life!

For starters, I'm a pet sitter. I've been doing a lot of that lately. I'm also a stylist at a boutique! I enjoy these jobs immensely. They fit my personality type, if that makes sense. Laid back busy bee to put it simply.

I am in the process of writing a book as well. It's going to be a compilation of short stories. The category isn't finalized, but it will most likely fall under fantasy, romance, and dark thriller. The publishing process is estimated to take around a year, which is normal. To write a book is a large feat to accomplish, one that any author should take much pride in. I think of it in comparison to pregnancy. Odd comparison, but fitting. You carry a baby around inside you for nine months, nurturing it, growing it, then you give birth to a beautiful human. Books begin with the impregnation of an idea and then you begin the process of nurturing that idea for a period of time until you give birth to a beautiful work of art. Your message. Your truth. An extension of you.

The beginning of 2024 has been filled with so much bliss. I appreciate and cherish every door that has opened for me. I adore the little life that my husband and I have begun to cultivate together. We've had a very full yet fulfilling three months so far. We moved into our first home, we both started new jobs, we both start college this year, and I've made new friends all along the way.

It's wild, stepping out on our own. Diving head first into the sea of stress known as adulthood. I've never lived away from my family, my immediate family, that is. It takes some getting used to, but not being alone through the process makes it much easier. It's all part of growing up. I know I sound childish in a way, but I'm mores trying to acknowledge that big changes are hard. Change is hard and uncomfortable, but a necessary part of life and growth.

I have lived in California for almost seven years now, and this is the first time I've gotten the pleasure of living by the beach. The fresh ocean air is unmatched. I would live here forever if I could. There's just something so unique about beach cities, they're small and intricate, albeit expensive as hell. I got lucky in that department though, the government pays for my stay. Military housing is a beautiful thing.

Yesterday I visited the Flower Fields in Carlsbad and they were lovely! I highly recommend seeing it. Lots of people, influencers in particular, but well worth it. Just don't go on the weekend if you can help it. I'll link the location and some pictures down below!

On that note, I'll end this here. Thank you for reading and I'll catch you on the next life update!

https://www.theflowerfields.com