Life Update: I’ve been MIA but I’m back!

Hey everyone! I’ve been a bit MIA but living my best life! Can you believe how quickly 2024 is flying by? We’re already seven months in, and it feels like the year is moving! 

Anyone cross off goals from your 2024 list?

If not, don’t worry! We’ve still got five months to go, and I’m here to remind you – you got this! 

I wanted to share some amazing things that have happened in 2024 so far 🙂

Your Girl Got a New Job!

As many of you know, I work in public relations and have been loving the learning process! However, it’s come with its fair share of sacrifices. I truly enjoyed my previous company – the people were amazing, and I gained invaluable experience. I’m grateful for where I started, but the commute was brutal. I spent almost 10 hours a week just driving to and from work, and it took a serious toll on my mental health. There were days I cried the entire way to and back, simply from exhaustion.

That experience taught me a lot about my own strength and determination. It showed me that achieving what you want in life often required significant sacrifices. I kept reminding myself that my current situation didn’t define my future. I prayed, fasted, and never gave up, knowing that when the time was right, a new opportunity would present itself. And it did. My previous role prepared me for where I am now, and I’m glad I persevered. 

Working in PR has allowed me to embrace my entrepreneurial side, build new connects, stay informed about global events, and expand my knowledge across various industries. I’m excited to see where this journey takes me next and can’t wait to share with you all!

Meeting New People

In my previous blog, I shared a quote from Dr. Joy Harden, who encourages us to be open to new connections because we haven’t met all the people who will love us. She was absolutely right. 2024 has brought new relationships into my life and has deepened the existing ones. My romantic life has been everything I could have hoped for, and I’m grateful for the time I’ve dedicated to focusing on myself. The commitment to my own personal growth has allowed me to approach my relationships in a healthier, more fulfilling way, and I couldn’t be happier.

26^th Birthday Celebration

In June, I celebrated my 26^th birthday all month long – literally! My cousin and best friend took me to D.C. for a weekend get-a-way early in the month, and we had a great time. I’m blessed to have such an amazing group of women in my life who made my pre-birthday celebration unforgettable. The following weekend, my mom hosted a small birthday gathering with my family. We enjoyed great food and shared lots of laughs. For the week of my birthday, my boyfriend took me to Jamaica. We had an amazing time enjoying the drinks, food, and excursions. On my actual birthday, I received a relaxing spa massage, lounged by the pool, and savored a romantic candlelit dinner by the ocean. Safe to say my birthday was amazing. 

Overall, if there’s one thing I want to leave you with, it’s this:

Believe good things are on the way! As I was writing this blog, I was amazed by the incredible things that have happened so far, but then I reminded myself that this should be the norm. We have to cultivate a mindset that believes good things are on the way, even when it might not seem that way. Focus on the aspects of your life you can control and on the person you are working to become, and trust that everything else will fall into place.

With Love,

Desi