I love this space. I created it 10 years ago when I was in college hoping to learn more about social media and eventually secure a marketing job post-graduation.
Through this blog I have been introduced to some of my best friends, learned how to negotiate contracts and work with big brands on a myriad of marketing deliverables, traveled the world, and discovered a passion within myself for connecting people through storytelling.
This space has evolved a lot since I first started, as both blogging and myself have grown and changed.
When I first started it wasn’t uncommon for me to blog five times a week. Heck, sometimes I was blogging twice a day! (21 year old Erin had a lot of free time. 😉 )
As I’ve grown in my career and find myself in a stage of life where I have more commitments and responsibilities than ever, my blogging cadence has adjusted and I now shoot for posting once a week.
You may have noticed its been a while since that’s happened. In fact, this entire summer, I didn’t blog once.
I wanted to let you know that while I have been silent this summer, I’m not going anywhere. I love this blog. It’s a part of me. But I needed to take some time for myself.
After a year of hunkering down at home and saying no to truly everything to stay safe, Josh and I got vaccinated and I started saying yes again.
We took four roadtrips this summer. I saw family. I hung out with friends every chance I could. I joined new clubs and organizations. I spent entire days at the pool. We got a dog!
My mental health needed this. My calendar has never been so full and my heart so happy.
Those who follow me on Instagram know that right before the pandemic started my company announced it was being acquired. I was nervous with what this meant for my future and my career prospects.
I took a job with the company that acquired mine that was very similar to my old one. But I quickly realized it was not the right fit for me. So in the midst of a whirlwind of a summer I also started job hunting.
Thankfully I ended up finding an incredible role at a dream company. And weirdly, it wouldn’t have been an option had the Pandemic not permanently opened up work from anywhere roles. It shows there really are upsides to every hardship we experience.
I’ve transitioned from the financial services world to technology. I love it so much. It lights me up inside and makes me excited to go (virtually!) to work every day.
So here I am. New lease on life, new job, new dog, and new blog posts coming your way soon. Pinky promise.
Thanks for sticking with me. And for helping make this little corner of the internet what it is today.
Questions of the Day: How are you doing? How has life changed for you in the last year? Any big news to share?
Yay! Congrats on the new job!
Thanks lady!!
Yay! I am excited for the new job and the travels that you did this summer! Thanks for sharing this update with us!
Aww thanks for stopping by and reading Kaybee. It means a lot!
Congratulations on the new direction your life is taking. I’m very glad that you’ll be continuing the blog.
Thanks Leanne! Me too!
I was excited to see your post and looking forward to more to come!
This past year has provided a lot of reflection for my life and was definitely much needed!
Thanks so much Whitney! I’m so excited to read your blog! And agreed on reflection being such an important part of this past year.
Congratulations on your new job. I’ve started two different jobs since the pandemic that I never would’ve though to consider before covid.
Thanks Heather! I hope you’re loving your new jobs!
We did a lot of traveling this summer, too, but mostly on planes since we went all over the country. Congrats on over a decade of blogging and the new job.
Aww thank you Stephanie! I’m so glad you were able to travel and have fun this summer!
Thrilled that you’re back and that the last few months have been so positive! I can’t wait to see Penny content on here!!
Thanks lady!! I really need to share the 10 million photos of Penny I’ve been taking!
Congratulations for having the courage to venture in a whole new direction! I am sincerely happy and proud of you!
Aww thank you so much!!
Congratulations on your new job. New beginnings can be so exciting.
They really are!!
Comparing and reading about your goals and events is a good way to put yourself in perspective and reflect.
Thanks Cristina! I agree!
Congrats on the new job. It’s so nice to be able to start saying yes again isn’t it?
YES! I love saying yes!
I am doing fine. A lot has happened but re-uniting with my best friend from 24 years ago is my best moment this year.
It’s good to know you are back. I have missed you all this while!
Aww thank you Edgar! And I’m so glad you were able to reunite with one of your closest friends!
I am glad that you are back and congratulations on your new job. I feel so excited to read your next post.
Aww thanks Gervin! I’m excited to write it!
It sounds like you have had a lot of big changes going on. You’ll have to keep us posted!
Will do Marysa! It has been quite the adventure!
It’s great to know you’ve found something that sets your soul alight! It’s so important to step outside our own comfort zones to seek things more in line with our own values.
100% agree!
Thanks for sharing your journey. A lot of things have changed in blogging. I too have been blogging for a while now and yes, it was common to blog 5 times a week back then
I don’t know how I wasn’t exhausted! Haha
I am happy you found your dream company. I hope the transition and changes go smooth
Thanks so much Brianne! I love it!
Looks like a big change is coming up for you. I hope everything goes well with your new job
Thanks so much Colleen! I’m loving it!
The new beginnings are exciting. I just started blogging and I have been reading your blogs. I think it`s important to take a break too
Ahh good luck on blogging lady!! So excited for you!
Finding your passion is the foundation of living your best life. In this we can always find joy.
Fir me, this last year has been rough. However, I’m coming out on the other side.
I’m so glad things are starting to get better for you Elise! Sending good thoughts your way!
Good job, congrats on finding your new passion. Storytelling is amazing.
It really is amazing. Thank you!
Amazing to see how your journey has shifted! So happy you’re living as the best version of yourself right now. 🙂
Thank you Emily! It feels good! 😀
I’m happy you found a job you like even more than your old one. Sometimes life does have a way of delivering the best surprises.