On a Personal Note
Hello twenty twenty-two! The feelings of fresh beginnings and hopeful thoughts have set in. I love the fresh start that comes with every January. A time to set intentions, do a deep clean, and simply refresh life a bit—whatever that looks like for you.
I hope you all have a wonderful holiday season and took time to rest. It was honestly so nice stepping away from the blog for the month. I’m sitting back in my living room in my apartment in DC as I write this. Looking around and taking in the wonderful home I made over the past twelve months. Sometimes I worry that I’ve lost a couple of years because of the pandemic, as if nothing has changed for me. Wasted years. But then I remember how much I’ve created for myself. Perhaps nothing significant compared to many, but I’m proud of the little accomplishments and changes that have happened over the past year.
I couldn’t be happier with my home. This warm, cozy, calming space that I (and I alone) built and designed for myself. I think about the relationships that have evolved, some friendships growing closer than ever. The adventures I took myself on, even if just to wander charming streets around the city. Learning to live life a bit slower and quieter, with less plans, and far more mental health. Focusing on me, being selfish, doing what I want, when I want—a luxury many never get to experience in their lifetimes. I’ve hit a major salary milestone this year. I’ve had the best year of my career, with so much growth and far more confidence. So many little, happy moments! Rather than paying any attention to the bad parts or comparing myself to others, it feels good to just think about my growth and look back fondly on the happy things. As I look to the year ahead, I’m excited about new intentions. Nothing too lofty. Just simple little things I’d like to be better about.
Intentions for 2022
Take better care of my body. Definitely looking to be better about cooking at home more often, moving my body, and taking care of myself, whether that mean skincare, long walks, quick daily workouts, new recipes, better sleep.
Feed my mind. To make up for my lack of reading this past year, I really want to get back into books and take some time most days to read a few pages.
Focus more on finances. With a new salary and an apartment that feels mostly “complete,” I want to put more money toward investing, saving, and travel funds. As well as learn more about financial wealth.
Make plans to travel. I have grand plans for another European adventure, we’re hopefully revisiting our favorite spot in Hawaii, more weekend getaways. I just want to get out after not doing much for two years!
Put myself out there. Whether relationships or dating, new projects, challenging myself, I want to be better about doing more with this year. There are a few things I’m manifesting for myself that I’m keeping close to my heart, but I want to push myself to take on whatever opportunities appear.
Elevate little moments and find the beauty in every day. Something I try to do, aways. Finding little ways to elevate daily occurrences, whether lighting candles, listening to music, decorating rooms to bring you joy. Finding beauty in all the small moments and appreciating the little things. Romanticizing life feels good, especially when it can feel heavy. Life is short. Enjoy all the small pleasures and treat yourself every day!
So, with that! I’m excited to be starting a new year and am thinking all the good things into existence! I’m feeling so refreshed and ready to get back to regular blogging, sharing bits of home, and am thinking about new ways to bring you all inspiration to your every day. I’m so thankful for each of you who continue to visit my corner of the internet!! I hope you’ll stick around. Happy new year!
