Samantha. 25.
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Life enthusiast.
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A bit late but here’s my piece for @storywatchzine! I did Symmetra as a Wendigo from Algonquian folklore. My contributor copy arrived and it is gorgeous - I am so honoured to have been a part of this project!!
The remedy to despair… remember that our power is in our hope and action.
Art by Grace D. Chin
Jenna Barton, Illustrations.
Brilliant illustrative work from artist Jenna Barton.
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As turning 25 approaches, this is really just me checking in to this blog that I’ve had for nine-freakin years. Life has been good, really good. In the past year, I’ve grown so much in so many ways.
First, professionally. I’m working for a start-up company that I don’t really feel comfortable naming. However, it’s one of the fastest growing companies and while there are definitely some stretch marks from growing too fast, I’m still enjoying it. I work the chat feature on the site and answer emails. Worlds better than answering calls every day. Since working here, I’ve grown so much professionally. This job has given me self-assurance, potential for growth within the company, and some great friends. While I’d like to pursue relating to helping kids and / or pets in the future, this is great in the meantime. While the animal hospital fulfilled me in a way this job never will, it was so emotionally taxing. My job now pays me almost double what I was making previously and it’s helped me pay off medical bills. For anyone who has been in debt can understand this is a great relief. My last job would leave me living paycheck to paycheck, with under $20 in my account before getting paid next. Now I feel as if I can breath.
Second, personally. As I mentioned, this job has given me self-assurance. I’m no longer feeling as if I’m at a dead-end or drowning. With not constantly having to worry about money, that’s taken a enormous load off of my shoulders. I feel as if I’m more honest to myself and am happier overall. I’ve overcome the feeling of being stagnant, as I’ve finally started up taking classes again. Because I’m working full time, this means I’m extremely busy always, as you can imagine. But I am happy. I’ve started eating healthier and have tried many new foods, which is huge for me. I am in the process of cutting out red meat from my diet, out of both of a love for animals and an attempt to be more sustainable. Not only this, but I’m also in the process of switching all of my products to cruelty-free.
Finally, I’ve been dating the most amazing man the past nine months. This is truly the healthiest relationship I’ve ever been in. We are able to communicate openly and completely honestly. He loves and cares for all three of my pets as his own and revels in their unique personalities. We have the absolute most fun whether it’s simply going to the grocery store, swimming, lying in bed, or going on trips. He motivates me to do better and be better. He is true to himself and is the best person I know. I’m more in love than I’ve ever been, with him and with life.
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Overall, 24 and 2017 was so so good to me. All I want for this year is to continue making progress with my education, professionally, and personally.
