Today is May 6th! Today is a special day! I have lived to be 31 years old. I'm still feeling 25! The age of 31 is still young. It has been an eventful year full of ups and downs.
San Francisco
San Francisco is still my home, and I plan to stay here for the long haul. I’ve made so many friends that I love dearly. I like socializing with all people. I love when friends and family come to visit.
I’ve discovered so many different sides of San Francisco. Just week I went to Audium, a place for the intersection of sound, space and deep immersive experience.
New Romantic Relationship
Dating Reflections
Looking back at my 20's, I appreciate all the experiences I had dating various people. Some relationships were good. Some were bad. While some were, "WHAT THE FUCK DID I SEE in [name of person] ???
Current Relationship
I started a new relationship within the last year. It's been a great adventure dating this beautiful person. I've learned what it's like to be more vulnerable with myself and not be afraid to show my true emotions with someone new in my life. They are super funny and know how to have a good time!
We're approaching our 1st anniversary as a couple. I really care for this person. Every time we meet up, I still get those butterflies in my stomach and smile to no end. They are a sweet, funny and down-to-earth person. I've learned so much. No relationship is perfect. We balance each other out.
One piece of the puzzle
In any relationship, don't forget your friends and family. You need to be around people beyond just your partner. Sure, we all go through the honeymoon phase where you want to be around them 24/7 and they are your world. You need time for yourself and away from your partner. After a while, you don't want to feel resentful. That resentment can add up real quick.. I remember every day that I am my own person. That person you are dating is one puzzle piece of your life. Go hang out with your girlies at Happy Hour. My hobbies are still important to me. I need time to go shoot on film camera’s or record my voice or even coding. I am still me.
Losing a friend.
One of my saddest moments this year was the passing of a great friend. We would talk a few times a week. I think about him every day. I miss his quirks. I loved all the advice you’d give me during hard times. I wish you were still here. I still listen to your voicemails and read our old conversations.
I want to call you, wishing that you pick up.
Please check in with your friends. Tell your friends you love them! Dudes, this applies to you as well. Show emotion! Express yourself by using your words.
Adventures
EDC
I went to EDC Orlando this year! It's been a long time since I've been to a music festival. I had a blast! I got to see many artists. The entire experience was surreal, and I felt things I haven't felt in a long time. The music was great, and I found more artists to meet.
If you get the chance to experience a music festival such as EDC, you won't regret it!
Hiking
I went on more hikes with friends this year! I primarily went hiking around the Bay Area. One of my favorite hikes I did was the San Francisco Crosstown Trail, where you start in one far corner of San Francisco and end in the other far corner. This is a great way to discover different neighborhoods of San Francisco and find some amazing views of the city. The secret staircases that lead to amazing sights or the vary narrow paths in between neighborhoods. The cityscape is breathtaking.
Check it out for yourself:
The world
I need to be more uncomfortable with myself. The future is also scary. It’s hard to ignore what’s happening currently in the world. It does worry me greatly. It’s important to not keep your head in the sand.
I have to stay positive while addressing things. What’s happening in the world affects ALL OF US!
How am I celebrating my birthday?
I will be visiting some friends for a weekend adventure. Who knows what side adventures we will take!!
Closing Note
I made it through the first year of my thirties. Thirty-one is looking fun! There is so much to do!
If you didn't catch on until now, yes, this was a birthday post!