Playing Catch Up
I have the habit of only logging onto Tumblr when I feel like I have something to update the world about - like now.
School: I finished my semester with an A and a B. That left me with a 3.7 GPA. I did this while maintaining a job, playing a role in my family, and figuring out how to be the woman my girlfriend deserved. I had plenty of help and plenty of support and I got through the year. I’m proud. I outdid myself. And it looks like I’m finally dedicated to my education, no matter what I decide to do.
Work: Yesterday, I hit what seemed like a bottom of sorts. I called out of work. I went to my local Barnes & Noble. I ordered a frapuccino. And I sat, for hours, with my nose buried in self help books. Looking for some kind of answer or way to cope with a bullshit job that left me drained and anxious, angry and cranky. In the time that I sat there, I noticed a really beautiful woman with wild curly hair giving what seemed to be an interview for the clothing store Torrid. I don’t know what gave me the courage but once they finished their interview I asked for an application and this woman interviewed me on the spot. This morning I received a phone call. I got the job, starting pay being more than what I was making at Gristedes, the Hell Hole. I start Wednesday. ;)
Mom: It is with great appreciation and true gratitude that I can say, here and now, that my mother is a cancer free woman. She underwent her chemo, her radiation, and now she’s shining like she never has. I have never been prouder of her. Never in my life. I know what it feels like now, to fear for her, and I don’t ever want to feel it again. In the spirit of Mother’s Day, I’ll say a silent prayer thanking God for giving me a mother who is, quite literally, a super hero.
Somora: I can’t believe that it’s been a bit shy of six months Somora asked me to be her girlfriend. It’s been a whirlwind. One of the most amazing experiences. She’s already taught me so much about myself. And to say that I love her would be nothing short of the truth. She’s my best friend. My lover. And spending my summer with her? It will be everything.
Sibs: They have SUCCESSFULLY finished their first year of college, both near and far. Only God knows how proud I am of them. And soon they’ll be on their way home. It’ll be like having all the pieces of my heart in once place; it will be magnificent.
I have thought long and hard about what it means to progress, to move forward with heads held high. And I feel like I’m on the track I should be on. Working, educated, in love - could I ask for more?
Musiq Soulchild - LOVE
Through all the ups and downs, the joys and hurts.
Love.
For better or worse, I still will choose you first.
Things to look forward to:
- My lady is coming home. I can’t wait to wrap my arms around her.
- My sibsssss are coming home! <3
- I’m gonna be able to hit the beach soon.
- I got my permit and therefor will be driving in the near future.
The end.
I’ve completely disappeared off Tumblr ”/ Sheesh. Let’s reblog a little, shall we?
Dear Tumblr,
For awhile, I think we were in a relationship together. Isn’t that wild? We had a fling, you were there for me. You showed me new things, and hopefully I showed you a few things, too. You introduced me to your other friends (some pretty cool followers of mine) and then you introduced me to my baby. I’ll be forever grateful for some seriously cool social networking.
But, unfortunately, I’ve been a little all over the place. So I don’t reblog. I don’t update. I don’t like. I don’t do anything. And I promise it’s not because my love for Instagram (@kaycaba) has in ANY way taken over my love for Tumblr. It’s just that… no excuses. I’ll come back soon. I have more time now ;)
Love you.
Karysa
