Oh, hey there!

It's been a long time since I've had the courage to share my words with an audience, but I'm back on the blog scene, folks! I discontinued blogging a couple of years ago for a number of reasons:

1. Most of my previous blog posts were unflattering college Jess stories. I'm a grown-up now, so I decided to act like one.
2. For some reason, I felt the need to swear in every one of my previous blog posts. If someone searched my name (like my boss), they would find 17 blogs filled with foul language. Again, I'm a grown-up now. I need to act like one.
3. For the longest time, I really cared what people thought about me. I tracked my blog's viewers. I tracked people's comments on my blogs - the nice ones and the not so nice ones. The negativity really got to me and I felt like my words were being attacked. I've gained a lot of confidence over the years in myself and I care less about what people think about me. I still care, but I care a lot less. 

So, why am I back? 

Because I need an outlet for my writing. I never truly gave up writing. I still journal several days a week. I still write notes on my iPhone (you should see some of the crazzyyyy screenplay ideas I've produced at random hours of the day). I still write ridiculously long-winded emails at work. Writing fills my bucket and it has since I picked up journaling in the 6th grade. But there's something about sharing my words with an audience that truly inspires me. I have a unique perspective and a unique voice. I love gaining inspiration from others, so I owe it to this world to share my journey through this life. If you happen to stumble upon my blog and find my words inspiring, then I've done my job. I'll just try not to use as many swear words this time around. Adult Jess is fully-present!

What can you expect from me?

This past year has been nothing short of a cluster. My whole life has changed in so many ways, but I continue to come out on top (after a very, very low point that I will absolutely share with you). I want to share what I've learned throughout this year and what I continue to learn about myself. You can expect stories, photos, poems, fitness & food ideas, travel blogs, fashion finds, macro talks (sooo many of you have asked me about macros!) and much more. 

I look forward to sharing my journey with you. 

In health,

Jess