Category Archives: Living Life

As I try to reflect on the crazy world around me, I’ve found that documenting the good with the bad can be a great outlet. From heartbreak to hopes to half-marathons, you can read about some of the best, worst, and a little bit of in-between. My hope is to help anyone out there going through a similar situation (or, perhaps, someone to just laugh along with me as I try to figure out what to do with my life).

From 904 to 404

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I had my first taste of Atlanta (as well as about 60+ flavors of Coca-Cola) during the Fourth of July holiday weekend. I was feeling pretty blessed to be able to take some time off of work to make the six hour drive, in pouring down rain, to spend some time with my sweetie. Even with the rainy conditions, it seemed like just about everything worked out. I experienced a lot of touristy aspects of Atlanta, like visiting the Coke Factory, taking a tour of the Aquarium, and watching a true American firework spectacle at Olympic Park. What was truly nice were those little moments that gave me a sense of home, like attending a family block party with some of the best pulled pork I’ve had (and way too many jalepeno poppers) or dining at a small pizza place that you would only be able to find if someone told you how to get there. What I enjoyed most, though, was being able to spend some REAL face time with Steven. It’s made me appreciate the little moments we do get to have since being apart during this transition period. I’ve come to find that the 404 could easily be my new 904, because home is where the heart is. This short trip has made me ready for the move more than ever. For now, I’ll continue to daydream over photos and hope to hear back from a prospective ad agency in Atlanta. This girl’s got Georgia on her mind.

I couldn’t visit another city without documenting some great food!
Goodness!
a whole WORLD of Coke = heaven
Happy to be together!
Nothing but adverts of Coke? Two of my favorite things! (Ignore the craziness going on to the right. Steven must have been looking around, too.)
So, that’s how they make it?
This sweet little guy tried to eat Steven’s head!
I adore how the bear smiles!
I was taking notes, but I’m not sure this will be of any use.
Jaguars represent!
If only they would bring this bad boy back!
Where all the secrets are locked away…
Just a “bitte”
Atlanta Nights ❤
So happy it stopped raining for some fireworks!
We smoked the neighborhood!
Hooray for ordering tickets on my phone so we could avoid standing in a 2 hour line for the aquarium!
And the award for best beer picture goes to…
Why do all fish make the “nemo” face when you go to take their photo?
Unda da sea
Can’t decide between lasagna or pizza? No worries, you can have BOTH!
Chaos? Yes. Delicious? YES!

Pretty (Tough) In Pink

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FlagFootball_YTeamI’ve never been an athlete. In fact, I chose to take up dance as a child because you got to dress up in frilly costumes, practice inside and perform on a stage. I wasn’t too keen on the idea of sweating outside in the sun, surrounded by bugs, dirt and all that jazz (insert comedic drums). So, when the opportunity came to me to play flag football I was a bit hesitant to say the least.

But this is the year about making changes and going outside my comfort zone. With that in mind, I agreed to join the fun and slap on a flag. I went to practice, met new coworkers, put on a “jersey” (well, a matching team T-shirt), took the field, and learned that I’m still no athlete – but that’s OK. I’m glad that I tried something new, and it may just inspire me to do things like this more often.

Time to Make a Move

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Perhaps I need a kickstart. Perhaps 2013 is the year of finally doing the things I said I’ve always wanted to do.

So far I’ve traveled around the world to Australia, started taking classes to become an educator, began volunteer work, built new friendships, turned my hobby as a photographer into a legit position (getting paid is sort of nice), been to concerts of favorite bands “just because,” had my voice heard as an event announcer…and it looks like there’s more to come.

We’re at the half-way point in the year, and so far 2013 has been good to me. Today, my boyfriend accepted a new job position in a different city and has asked me to join him. He’s that kickstart I’d mentioned earlier. We often dream of doing big things, but when the moment comes we fall back to where we feel comfortable. I could stay in Jacksonville and be happy enough. OR, I could be with the person that makes me the happiest and together experience a new city, new people, new stories…

My next big move is coming soon.

So, if anyone knows of a good place to work and live in Atlanta, hit me up!

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Just a reminder…

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Things are always getting better. I’d like to believe that with some determination and will power, I can overcome a few fears to really see some great new things in store for me. Move over boring, the “best times” are on their way!