Neglect has such a harsh connotation. But that is exactly what I have done to this blog. I have shared before that when I am going through a lot, but am not able to share things freely it causes me to not want to write about anything.

The time has finally come for me to share a major life change.

I have decided to move back to El Dorado Hills for a period of time. I’m not sure how long yet, but it is the right move for me at the moment. I have had some struggles down here in LA, that I have not been able to overcome. So, the best thing for me to do is to move back, regroup, and go from there.

I am sad to be leaving LA. I love living in the city. I feel like I really thrive being around so many different kinds of people. I love being able to walk a block to pick up my chinese food, walk across the street for an awesome martini, seeing celebrities, things being filmed, going to screenings and premieres, 20min from Dodger Stadium, 30min from Disneyland, and 20min from the beach.

Another huge part of living in LA has been my new church home Mosaic. When I moved to LA I knew exactly where I wanted to go. I had been listening to Erwin McManus’ podcasts for at least 4yrs and read a couple of his books. It took me 9 months to jump in. It was a slow process to get plugged in, but when I finally did it was great. I really felt like I was just getting into my groove, when I had to make this decision to move. I really value the friends and community I created while I was there. I know if I ever come back to LA that I have a home at Mosaic and I hope that the friendships I created there are lifelong.

My dream coming to LA was to work my way into the entertainment industry. My moving back to NorCal does not mean I failed. At least I don’t see it that way. If you know me, than you know I have moved quite a bit. This next move will be number 20 in my whole life. You would think I would be a professional by now, but I still kind of suck at packing. I hate it. Anyways, in every move I have learned something about myself. I truly believe each move has been an important time in my life. There is always a chance that I could move back to LA. But its time for me to make a new dream 🙂

There are many things I am really excited about moving back to El Dorado Hills. Here they are in no specific order:

1. My mom. I get to be roommates with my mom. That’s what we’re calling it. I have essentially been long distance from her for 4yrs. So, I am looking forward to our friendship and support for each other since we are both going through big changes. And some of her home cooked food will be great as well 🙂

2. Closer to the rest of my family. I am going to really enjoy being in close proximity to the rest of my family as well. We have get togethers for everything, and I have missed out on many of those in the last 4yrs. I am looking forward to deepening those relationships.

3. Friends! Many of my friends have moved back to the Sacramento area. And I have a group of friends that live in Reno. And many of them are starting families. So, I am really psyched to spend more time with all of them. I feel really lucky and blessed that I have been able to stay connected with many of them. They have known me for so long and been there through it all, even if it has been from afar for a while.

4. New church. I have already been thinking about different churches to try out. I am excited to find a new home, get connected, and volunteer with student ministry. Finding a new church is always a fun adventure and I am so ready for it.

5. Goals. I have some specific goals that I want to meet in a timely manner. And I am really fired up about them. It’s been awhile since I have been pumped about life goals.

6. A bed. Uh…Yes. This is correct. Even though it is going to be a twin bed, it will be a bed with a good mattress. I have been sleeping on a sofa bed. Not the most supportive thing in the world for my back.

7. A shower that drains. Yes, my apartment has old plumbing, so no matter what I or the maintenance guys do, by the time I am done taking a shower the water is at least around my ankles, if not higher.

8. Pinball. I live 3 houses away from our very good friends the Jones’. They have become pinball collectors. Which means I will be able to go over almost anytime I like and play. AMAZING. I know you’re jealous. You should be, haha.

9. Tahoe & San Francisco. When you grow up living near these two cities you take them for granted. And you kind of think that every place has cities like these. But when you move away and that’s when you realize that what you had access to all these years is pretty special and can be found nowhere else. So, I can’t wait to experience these cities with a new appreciation.

10. Cheaper everything. No matter how much I love LA, NorCal definitely has the advantage when it comes to things being cheaper. Especially gas. And with less traffic (which I really don’t have a problem with in LA) that means less use of gas. Woot! Rent is cheaper as well.  Movies are not as expensive and I will not have to pay for parking everywhere I go! Woot Woot!

I do not know yet what I will be doing for employment. So, if any of you know anyone in the Sacramento area that is hiring let me know. I am excited to change things up even though I really valued my time at Vision Source Santa Monica. I made some great friends and gained knowledge in many areas, not only about vision.

I am making my move on November 9/10. I wanted to put it out there, that if anyone would like to help I would greatly appreciate it. Whether it be packing up the truck (I need some big guys to move my couch and entertainment center), driving with me up to NorCal, and unpacking once I’m in El Dorado Hills. Let me know if you are down to help with any of these.

So, that’s the next chapter. I’m ready.

Until next time…PEACE OUT!