My summer vacation has officially begun, but this summer is different, therefore it must be treated as such. Starting with making plans!
Last summer was one of the best of my life. I did what I wanted, when I wanted, and how I wanted. I experienced a lot of confidence within myself, spent time better understanding my emotions, and devoted a lot of time getting to know myself; my wants, my needs, my faith, my thoughts- ME! It was an amazing experience, but of course it could have been better.
The only regret that I had of my summer is that I didn't accomplish enough of my wants. I had so many ideas and plans and lifestyle changes that I wanted to try last summer that are still just ideas and plans. Not okay! If God gives you a thought or idea (assuming that it's not harmful to others or yourself in the process), it is your duty to see them through. Let it out, try it all, and have no regrets!
For me, the summer time is about being the simplest and most authentic version of myself. I am not Miss T or Ms. Thompson. I'm just Brandi. Just a 23 year old. Just someone who still has a few teenage-esque wants, like a nose ring.
I'm trying to be the best version of myself in all areas of life, especially my health and development of discipline. I decided to come up with a 30 day challenge to complete for the entire month of June(swear I started on June 1st). It entails drinking water, juice, and smoothies ONLY! NO! FAST! FOOD! Minimal fried foods (no more than 1 once a week). And working out EVERYDAY!
I didn't do bad, but I didn't do too well either. I ate fast food and fried food more than I should have, missed 3 days working out, and didn't cook any healthy meals the entire month. Thank God for July! If at first you don't succeed, try and try AGAIN! I am proud of my back though!
I'm ashamed to say this, but I use to hate the beach. Everything about it was the epitome of hell on earth to me. Until last summer. Last summer I fell in love with the ocean, the sand, the breeze, and conquered my . Unexplainable feeling. It's not even that I want to go to the beach, I need to go.
Again, just one of those experiences that I feel like I need. I somewhat did it earlier this year on a trip to Charlotte, but it was only for a night. I want to go further and for a longer time period. Slowly tackling this living alone anxiety.
I didn't go far on my trip, I didn't spend the night on my trip, but I went alone and enjoyed every minute of it.
Another new found love last summer. Nothing like dancing under the stars to one of your favorite jams. Really can't beat that, at all!
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Last summer I started to dig my natural hair. It's cute! But I still know little to nothing about maintenance of it. If I want to ever attend CurlFest (probably not this year, but you never know with God), then I actually need to have curls.
In all areas of life. Interacting with new people, trying new things, exploring new territories. I'm going for nothing but net with these shots. Swish!
I won't lie, just looking at this list scares me, but I have never been so excited to try this. Now that it's in writing, I can't back out of it. I have to make this happen. If there is anyone reading this that has a list of things or even just one thing that you want to accomplish, I am claiming strength, prosperity, and the ability to overcome whatever it is that's getting the way of you making your dreams your reality. YOU CAN DO THIS! Please keep me in your most sincere prayers, happiest of thoughts, and deep well wishes and I will do the same, ALLLL SUMMMMMAA 17!
peace and summer vacation, beautiful people!
xo,
BLT