Spoiler — I met my boyfriend on Bumble. There was no rom-com storyline of how we met. We liked each other’s faces … We matched … We got a drink … We liked each other’s personalities … We kept seeing each other … Things escalated … And here we are.
Let me preface by saying that I am no relationship expert. I’ve made terrible choices in dating. I’ve stayed with partners well past the expiration date. I fell in love with potential more often than the actual person. I’ve regularly chased men that wanted nothing to do with me. I’ve…
At the end of 2020, to soothe a mildly broken heart, to reset my outlook on love, and to face my fear of being single when I turned 32, I decided to take a dating hiatus. The initial plan was to consciously fly solo until at least April 23rd and…
If you’re like me, when you hear the words “sensory deprivation tank”, your immediate thought might be: Torture. Before my first float, I had absolutely no idea what this experience was all about. Now that I do, I’m already planning my return and contemplating a monthly membership.
Let’s break it…
This past October, my mom visited me in Denver for the first time since I moved here. I had our whole weekend ready. I rented an Airbnb in the mountains … Had hikes planned out … Parks to wander around … Dinner reservations made … And of course, there was…
I’m currently writing this post as I sit under the sun setting, gazing at red rock canyons, sipping a glass of Cabernet. It feels truly magical. I was craving a little DIY solo wellness retreat so I jumped in the car (with Eve) and set out for Moab. There’s something…
After I posted my article discussing my dating hiatus, my mom called. “I’m glad you’re enjoying your hiatus … But I really want you to find someone … So please don’t do this for too long.” To which I responded, “I appreciate your concern … but like … Let me…
Story time: A few months ago, I had spent the night at this boy’s house who I was pretty into (this was before my dating hiatus that I recently wrote about).
I had woken up early … Tiptoed downstairs to let my dog outside … And then instead of bolting…
And it’s been the best decision I could have ever made.
Let’s back track a bit.
I was out of control last year. I had more “situationships” in 2020 than I ever had in my entire (almost) 32 years of life. And it was a BLAST. I loved every second…
How are you feeling about your life? Like realllly feeling? Think about it for a minute. Seriously. Stop reading … Stop whatever else you’re doing … And just check-in with yourself. And be honest. Like brutally honest.
Are you happy with your career? Your relationships? Your living situation? Your hobbies…
