I’m still here.

I had a plan to write at least every two weeks this year. I did not stick to it for long, and I considered the possibility of throwing in the towel until next year. It’s an easy thing to do.

This year has a lot going on; I’m getting married to the love of my life, our daughter is consistently learning new skills as a toddler, and there’s plenty of travel planned (for work and for fun). It’s the perfect year to say, “I have too much going on to commit to this.” And yet, here I am.

Frankly, it’s because I’m becoming stubborn. I know how frustrated I’ll be if I get to June or July and look back at this thinking, “seriously? You couldn’t just write a little bit?” Biweekly was the goal, but it’s not a life-or-death commitment. Life isn’t just allowed to happen – it’s going to happen. There’s something to be said about lemons here, perhaps, but I can’t place my finger on it.

This post feels like spending a little extra time to say: I’ll keep this momentum alive in the coming weeks. I’m excited to continue reflecting on life and all of the beauty and struggle that comes with it.

I hope you stick it out with me.