MY LIFE
- By, Jamie Adams
- Sep 11, 2019
- 2 min read
Updated: Jul 11
Where do I even begin? I know it’s been forever since I last blogged—ugh, the guilt is real! I keep telling myself I’ll be more consistent, but life has a way of diverting you from your path. That said, it’s been colorful and full of change in the best (and most chaotic) ways. My boyfriend and I recently moved to Rowayton, a dreamy little coastal town in Connecticut. We’re tucked away in a cozy spot near the water, and frankly, life feels great right now. I don’t take a second of it for granted.
Now let’s talk about the move... and by “we moved,” I mean my boyfriend brought a small museum’s worth of stuff. I’ve always been more of a minimalist, but still, I love making our space feel warm and personal. We also welcomed a sweet new family member—Sheli, our mini goldendoodle. She’s nine months old, full of joy, and the light of our lives. Unfortunately, Sheli was diagnosed with an unexplained neurological condition. It’s heartbreaking and stressful, and it’s not what we imagined when we got a puppy. But she’s happy, well cared for, and surrounded by love. We’ve had to shift our lifestyle to support her needs, and we do it gladly. She’s our fur baby, and we’d do anything for her. That’s the magic (and madness) of loving a pet.
So what else has been going on? A lot. My side hustle in social media and graphic design has taken off. I’ve worked with brands, start-ups, and small businesses, and while I won’t make it my full-time gig, it’s been a fun and fulfilling creative outlet. Still, the beauty industry is my first love. I’ve been doing this for years, and it never gets old. Regarding Instagram, I took a break, and my follower count dropped by 8,000. Ouch. But I understand. Consistency is key, and I slipped up.
Most of my business still comes from word-of-mouth and referrals, so I’m grateful for that, but I know it’s time to show up again. Last year was rough. I went through a severe bout of depression and felt lost. I needed to disappear for a bit and ended up taking a much-needed digital detox.
Everything felt overwhelming. But this year? I’m stepping into clarity. I’m learning to stop pressuring myself, to enjoy life more, and to trust that everything is unfolding as it should. It’s not the end of the world if I slow down or change directions. So yeah—life is still a wild ride, full of plot twists and random chaos. But I’m here for it. I’m committed to showing up more—on the blog, on social media, and maybe even finally on YouTube. (Yes, I’ve been filming and editing for a year... everything is still private.) I know, I know. But it’s time. Time to share my love for beauty, lifestyle, wellness, and just life.
Jamie
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