Hot Hot Summer

It’s been about a month and there’s a couple reasons why I haven’t updated here in a while:

I really don’t have any pictures to post.
For me, media is first and foremost a form of expression.

I’m not going to post out of obligation— if I don’t have material, I simply don’t have it.

hidden statue in the woods

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Secondly, I’m still trying to navigate what to share online and what not to share.

This page is strictly about me and my experiences.
I omit as many details about others as possible to reassure friends and family that their privacy will never be at risk.

With that being said, I’ve definitely been out and about this year, but many of those experiences did not feel suitable to share publicly.

The truth is, I’ve been in situations with people who rubbed me the wrong way—one sided relationships, racism, and discrimination.
At this stage in my life, I am not putting up with that anymore.

I was afraid to post about it at all, but after reflection, I realize this is part of my journey.
I hope to show others how I continue to learn and how I try to navigate these situations with grace and dignity.

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Now that I’ve addressed some of that…(for now)

Here’s the latest updates:

I was genuinely confused by Astoria (pictured above).
The energy was eerie?
The beach was empty for miles.
I’ve never seen a beach like this in the summer before.

As much as I try to avoid labels, I am definitely an “outdoors” person.
We ended up (accidently) hiking 14 MILES this day and saw ~10 waterfalls.

This is what a good time looks like to me.
I feel at rest out here.

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Outside of the exploring, I have been getting my shit together,
preparing for another semester of college after taking a break last semester.

Making plans. Putting more effort into the things I love.

Nurturing my life so I can enjoy the fruits of my labor.

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