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Welcome to my new blog! In the past I had a blog that was just centered around specific life events. I think it was a way for me to cope with what was happening at the time. At the time, I thought I was better and healthy enough to share with the world, but I realize now that I wasn't. 

I have since "graduated" from therapy. Which is something to celebrate. I know many who had read my old blog are probably interested in the dramatic events that were my life, and I will reveal those. But, I also want to incorporate other aspects of my life as well.

Since my last blog, I started a photography business, which has been slow moving at best and I admittedly have much to learn. But, it is something that brings me joy, especially now in the summer. I love taking pictures of my garden.

I spend most of my time reading, which for anyone who has ever enjoyed reading or currently does knows that it can help a lot with anxiety. I find that it is fun to jump into a whole other world. It really takes you away from the stresses that are every day life. I highly encourage any person to at least try it. There really is something out there for every one. There are so many genres and authors out there. I am currently reading Turtles All the Way Down by John Green. I tend to read less in the summer though because I try to spend most of my time outside. 

I intend to include some posts about books and hopefully get feedback on what books others are reading. I also want to hear about what readers want to hear about!

My other time is dedicated to work and school. I am attending SUNY Oneonta for a Bachelors in Elementary Education for those who do not know. I have always had a passion for children and for teaching. I think that as a teacher you are not only influencing their learning but their minds and their lives. I hope to inspire students the way that I have been influenced in the past. 

I look forward to getting to know my readers and sharing life with those who stumble across my blog!

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