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Happy 2021! Now Let’s Catch Up!

I know I am a tad bit late to wish everyone a Happy 2021 on the blog… well Happy 2021!

Another year has come and gone, and I’ve had a bit of time to reflect on the previous year. It was definitely a hard year for many of us with the pandemic that is currently going on. Some of us tragically lost our loved ones or our jobs, and of course we can’t forget the horrible politics. However, I am thankful for what 2020 has taught me. It taught me a lot about self-love, change, and gratitude.

I’ve learned that a lot of things in life are out of our control, and we can only focus on what we can control. It is much easier said than done, but it is something that I think I have improved on this past year. Because my full-time work is in event planning I am still furloughed. Although it is upsetting to not be working like before, I decided to take a business class here and a marketing class there with my free time. The next thing I knew I ended up going back to school somehow. I don’t know what the future will hold, but I remain positive and can only move forward from here. I hope that all of you are well and can do the same!

I have hopes that 2021 will be a better year for us all. Although the pandemic is still ongoing and living in Los Angeles during this time sounds like a death trap, I will remain positive but also realistic (haha!). I will continue to wear my mask, social distance, and do my part. I did make two New Year’s Resolutions: one is to meditate more often, and the other is to enjoy life more and not take it so seriously. :p

I wish you all health and happiness, here’s to a better year!

Xoxo,

Tawny V.

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Quick Life Update!

Hi Guys and Gals!

It’s been a while since I’ve last had a chance to last blog. Well, I was able to go back to work this past month. The industry has taken a major hit, but we are back to work and just trying to pick up the pieces while staying safe. 

Our company made sure that we were all tested for COVID-19, and thank goodness I tested negative! I wasn’t surprised because I am naturally a hermit. Even with the reopening of the nail salons and malls I have surprisingly managed to stay away! I am definitely surprised and proud of myself that I have just been working and saving money as I continue to do my own nails at home. Not much has changed for me since the quarantine aside from returning to work. 

I haven’t seen my friends in a while either, but those that I am close to understand and know how I am anyway. I still do not feel safe going places, especially when there are tons of people out here with no regard for others and refuse to wear masks! I really hope that everyone continues to stay safe while living your best life so that this can all be over soon and life can continue the way it was before. 

 

 

 

 

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Pandemic Stress Update: Thoughts and Concerns

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If  I’m not watching the news about the pandemic, I’m reading  about it. There are new developments and concerns every day regarding the Coronavirus, and it seems to be getting worse and scarier as the days, weeks, and months pass by.

I have hope that things will get better. I stay inside all of the time and only head out once a week to go food shopping with the exception of ordering something to be delivered once in awhile (hey, we have to support our local businesses during these tough times!). When I do head out to go grocery shopping I wear my DIY mask. I don’t know if it helps, but I like to believe that it is better than nothing. 

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(My Thai warrior DIY mask! Made with a T shirt and hair tie. Thanks, YouTube!) 

What is effecting me and giving me anxiety is knowing that so many people around the world are dying alone and not able to say goodbye to their families and how those who are working the front lines, our health care providers, the first-responders, are being infected and also losing their lives from this as well. It truly breaks my heart. 

I just wanted to say that I feel like it is OK to feel helpless, sad, and anxious during these difficult times. We all cope with things differently. And the pressure to be happy and positive all of the time is not necessary. I am hopeful; I try to fill my time with DIY projects, spa time, and cleaning, but some days I am not as productive and not as hopeful about the situation. I am still battling with issues and feelings I had to deal with prior to the Coronavirus and going into quarantine. We don’t heal wounds by saying this isn’t effecting us or that it doesn’t hurt because it does. Some days I allow myself to achieve, while some days I allow myself just to just exist. And I am completely OK with that. 

To those that are sacrificing so much to save so many, thank you. Also thank you to our farmers, truck drivers, grocery store employees, postal workers, bank tellers, and everyone else who are considered our essential workers and still working during these difficult times. And for everyone else I that I might have forgotten to mention, thank you too! 

To everyone else who is taking their time and reading my blog, I hope that you are well. And please continue to do your part by staying home and staying safe. 

Xo,

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