Forever in Wonderland: Miss California

Yes, it’s true. I’m moving to California! Eesh just writing that makes me ridiculously giddy. That dizzy, gigglyness could also be due to the four cups of coffee I’ve ingested, but I think it’s mostly due to excitement over my upcoming move.

For those of you who know me, you also know that I recently moved back home to Dallas (from Arizona). And yep, I’m packing my things up again and heading to the Golden State. And I couldn’t be more excited. I visited LA for the first time about a week ago and fell in love with the city, the sunshine, and the people. As a creative and free-spirited person, I’ve never felt so at home as I did while in Los Angeles. Leaving was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done.

It didn’t help that I also had to leave my wonderful ginger boyfriend, whom I am forever indebted to for introducing me to California. But more on him later—I should probably get his permission or consensus or something before I start babbling on and on about him. Suffice to say that I love him and can’t wait to be in LA with him.

Basically, I can’t wait to dive headfirst into a new world and a new chapter of my life. It’s about time I did something for myself and immersed myself in a world where creativity is cherished and runs rampant. I know there will be challenges and ups and downs, but I’m ready to roll with the punches and wake up each day happier than the day before. Oh my god I’m so sappy aren’t I? I guess that’s what being happy will do to you.

But before I get all smart-assy and cynical, let me conclude by saying that I’m so ready for new adventures, new places, and new experiences! California here I come!

Also—I promised myself I'd put creative stuff on this blog—here’s a poem that I wrote shortly after realizing I wanted to move to California. I was (and am) relishing the spontaneity of life, the vitality of love, and the idea of living in the moment. Because really, what’s more important than right now?