2025.

There’s something about my backpack. When I wear it I feel alive. I feel grounded. I feel purposeful. I I feel like a student of life. On the journey of life. Present and awake with each step. Not sure where I will end up but sure that I will learn something along the way.

When I first saw this picture last year I burst into tears. It had been a difficult several months. One year ago today I had surgery to remove an ovary. Then, three weeks later, my mom had brain surgery. And then another surgery three weeks after that. Every time I tried to get back to my old routine, I couldn’t. I had to stop everything to know where to start again. I had to listen closely to my body to see what I needed. I had to begin again and again. It took me a long time to process. And in some ways I still am. Seeing this picture was the first time I saw myself and could feel myself last year. The first time I could see who I was becoming.

I haven’t had a lot of thoughts about 2026 yet, but I know this is how I want to feel. And this is how I want to live. On a journey. Up for the adventure. Knowing that I have everything I need with me. Trusting each step. With each moment being the destination. Happy 2026. Grateful for all the love and support I received in 2025 xoxo

Photo @sarahtacomaphoto