365 days, 12 blog posts, and a multitude of snapshots later, HAPPY 1st BLOGiversary to Little Lady Soul (Well, two days ago but still)! Thank you for your support and for taking the time to read my inner thoughts these past few months. Initially, my purpose for creating Little Lady Soul was to establish a safe space and creative outlet for myself. I did just that. I focused on authenticity rather than quantity or setting an unrealistic weekly writing goal for myself. I figured that would only populate my site with less meaningful content thus writing merely to achieve a deadline or goal. Nonetheless, I hope you’ve enjoyed the tidbits I’ve shared thus far. My most vulnerable pieces this year are entitled, Self Portrait: Woman in the Mirror and Tell the Truth: Tremendous Damage. These posts were scary but liberating to publish. Exposing oneself can be formidable but after pressing PUBLISH, I felt free. There’s nothing like taking control of your narrative and releasing it all to heal and potentially inspire others. I found courage while allowing my true being, my insecurities, and my struggles, be deeply seen. I acknowledged genuine despair and anguish during one of the most painful, confusing moments to date. In the end, there’s no shame in telling your truth and as beautiful as it can be, vulnerability fosters connection. It creates a sense of security that you’re not alone. Sonder... We all have vivid and complex stories to tell. We all have experiences that have shaped our being today. I’m happy to share my being with you. Through my safe space, I’ve cultivated a habit of healthy reflection, bravery, vulnerability, and healing which is a personal process that I continue to improve. I’ve captured my appreciation for simplicity and how the simple things in life make me incredibly content. From my kitchen counter, Bali’s green lush, to the bird perched on the pole, I’ve shared my love of photography, cooking, and travel. I’m proud of my little blog. To celebrate, I feasted on a muffin that believed in miracles, a red velvet cupcake. Ha! Happy BirthYAY Little Lady Soul! The best is yet to come.
Simply Living,
Ro’s Little Lady