where i am now

one week back from an unforgettable trip, back into reality, i have to examine where i am at the moment. how do i reintroduce myself to the life of responsibilities, obligations, and proceeding steps? because, let's be honest, roaming around foreign streets, resting in parks, and acknowledging that the only "accomplishment" of the day was finding that one amazing dinner spot is not exactly a long-term reality. so during my run this morning, i was reacquainted with my thoughts, now...

-- thankful for an example of honest love. mama and daddy celebrated 28 years of marriage yesterday. nothing screams more love and tenderness than a date to Fry's for a new washer and dryer...and then a steak dinner.

-- speaking of love, i just stinking love g. we could be lounging in our comfies, planning adventures, or preparing a meal to the sounds of bossa nova in the background...he is what i refer to as "the filling to my macaroon"

-- i'm really digging the new juice bar down the street. perfect pick-me-up any time of day.

-- i can't get enough of carrots. especially these

-- work = anxiety. i'm being challenged by its politics and i'm struggling with the fact that i have to speak up 

-- ...which leads me to counting down the days (6!) until g and i go on a little retreat to san luis obispo

-- and then yosemite in july!

-- i need to get out of la. life is leading my heart elsewhere. this is my time (at least it will be my time when my lease is finished). life is too short, too sweet, and with too many unknowns to play it safe all the time. 

so this is me. (and i'm still planning to apprentice as a baker once i make the move).