Update

Hello friends.
For many of you, long time no see. Hope you're all well.
:)

I have been writing a lot lately but I've decided to keep much of it private as it pertains to some issues that are pretty close to my heart.

I'm thinking I'll write some more fluff and update from time to time. ;)

Life update

-I re-signed my teaching contract for the fall.
-Will be moving back Westside in August. Not so far north, though. This time around it will be Tiffany sans roommates. I'm really ready for this. But I'm kicking around the idea of adopting a puppy because my parents won't give me Charlie back. Wahhhhhhhh. I lervs him. (They lervs him too). Not sure what breed I'm keen on. It will need to be something apartment friendly. I'm leaning towards the pug route. How cute would I be, walking around with a weird breathing, fat little pug? I could name him Pugsly. Haaaaa. Actually, it could be Mr. Tumnus...or Julio....Julio Iglesias...
-I've written a new draft for a kids book...and I'm in it. ;) It's my favorite so far. Has a ways to go, though.
-I've laughed so much. You know those like hardcore belly laughs? Ya those. Lots of those have taken place...especially when speaking to 5 year olds or watching It's Always Sunny.
-I wore three pretty dresses in the last week. (The kids at school like the blue one the best. The little boys especially like the blue one.)
-The natural/wavy hair has made a comeback, because my hair isn't a happy camper and I just don't care anymore.
-My car still sucks and breaks down from time to time. My dad still awesomely helps me fix it.
-I spend a lot of time by myself. Sometimes it's good, sometimes I'm not a fan. I'm reminding myself that it's good to recharge and learn to be on your own. That way I can give more to the kiddos I work with and be a more pleasant Tiffany. Always needing people to sustain your happiness is exhausting and disappointing.
-I'm having panic attacks again but I'm dealing with them well this time.
-I meditate (clear my mind and pray) every morning and night. No matter what house I'm sleeping at.
-I ate a delicious turkey and avocado sandwich tonight.
-I've been singing and playing ukulele more. Not enough, though.
-I was a bridesmaid in Wolfe's wedding. She was a beaut!
-I'm happy at work. I've recently discovered how much I need my students and mostly...I'm just choosing to be happy in everything I do.
-I spend a lot of time with my family.
-I got to see my nephews and bro/sis law for a hot minute. Loved every second of it!
-Josh visited me this week. It was probably the highlight of my year. His friendship  is really important to me. I'm so thankful that there is another human that has shared a good portion of their life's memories with me. He knows me better than anyone else. I like hearing his big brother advice. --What's funny is, I forgot how good of a listener he was. Of course, he's the same silly, smart brother, but now that he's a husband and twice a dad...he's very grounded and I'm just so proud of him. He is one of the most loving people I know. Thank you for visiting me, Josh. It really meant a lot to me. I love you. If you haven't met my brother, you're missing out. :)
-I catch an episode of Catfish here and there.
- I liked the Tyler Oakley one.
-Also, I'm obsessed with Tyler Oakley.
-My next goal is to start having weekly coffee dates with myself again. I've stopped making it a priority since I've been nervous about bumping into certain people and not knowing how to interact.
-Social anxiety can suck it. I like  coffee and I like dating myself.
-That last thing I said. Yeah that. I've met some really awesome guys. My heart is being mended right now, though. I'm learning how to love myself. That's not a sad thing at all! It is the most beautiful thing because I want to be able to love someone the way they deserve someday (and that includes me being a whole me). I'm still up for dating, though. Just making wiser choices about who I give my time and heart to this time.
-I found a yummy vanilla almond milk creamer. It's bomb.
-Reading a lot of non-fiction on our Thoughts/Mind
-Been smelling like Marc Jacobs "Daisy" again.
-I haven't worn a cat shirt in forevs.
-Barf. I just wrote forevs.
-I'm sleepy now.
-*Yawn*
-I'm currently listening to "Pacific" by Sleeping at Last.
-Good night. Sweet dream, my friends!

:)

Tiff