Happy New Year

Was it the greatest year? Not so much. But were there plenty of changes and challenges? Most definitely and it is my belief that one should have many challenges within their life to become a stronger person. This year I played shows with my band, transferred to university to work on my BA degree, traveled to throughout California, Nevada, Oregon and Washington DC, and made the move to LA.

 It has been quite a year but that is to say, I am relieved that the year has ended and a new year has begun. The last few months, I have tried my best to give myself some time to adjust to my surroundings and give myself a little peace. But now I believe I am ready to conquer some of the challenges the year has in store for me. Such as finding where I belong in my school, how I plan to work on my music and finding a balance between my life in LA and San Diego.  

So I wish everyone a Happy New Year (though I hardly like to wish people this at all) and that hopefully everyone had a safe night. I was lucky enough not to be one of many who had a hangover from the night before. 

Happy Blogging.

My Trip To Portland

In the eyes of my electronic telephone. 

 

I had a wonderful time and it was just what I needed to end the summer before moving near LA to start school. Hope everyone is having a good summer. 

1. Gardens in Laurelhurst neighborhoods. 2. A very good cup of coffee from Stumptown Coffee Roasters on Stark st. 3-4. So many terrariums. 5-6. Beautiful mural within the Ace Hotel. 7. Maisha playing guitar in Apple Music Row Store. 8. The only comic I honestly read, "Tank Girl" in Powell's Bookstore. 9. A new friend that joined us for steamed milk with lavender and honey at Pied Cow. 10. The modern looking Aladdin Inn and Suites which really just looked like a normal motel from the inside. 11. Ending the trip with a latte from Stumptown Coffee roasters on SW 3rd ave. 

I'm In Portland

I'm in the place where I grew up. 

I'm in the place where I lost my first tooth. 

I'm in the place where I learned to tie my shoes.

I'm in the place where I got my first pet. 

I'm in the place where I had my first kiss. 

I'm in the place where I first dyed my hair pink. 

I'm in the place where I went from "a girl" to "a woman".  

I'm in the place that taught me about acceptance and individuality. 

I AM HOME.