At times, it seemed like life contained an endless amount of days. I used to live each moment like I had another. Sure, I appreciated all of my blessings. I was grateful for my family, friends, health, etcetera, but was I really living each day with a purpose or was I just going through the motions? On March 28th, 2016, out of nowhere, life spoke to me. Ok, life didn't just speak, it screamed at me, "WAKE UP!" My eyes shot open and suddenly the world just slowed down. Never again would I look at it the same way. I'm trying my best to take in this life and the beautiful journey that was given to me. A journey I can create, and I can change. I have found purpose in each day and I feel more love for life than ever before. I'm not exactly sure how blogs work just yet, guess this is all part of my journey. I am new to the community of online sharing and pretty much new to wearing my heart on my sleeve for anyone to see. So here it goes!
I'm 30 years old. My outlook on life changed in the last year. I worked for a large corporate hospital doing something I enjoyed but didn't truly love. I was missing out on time with my children, my husband and time for myself. Everyday was so routine and it just flashed by. This past year has been challenging for my family yet so very humbling. I suffered a closed head injury in March, completed 6 months of rehab, sold our home, and journeyed with our two boys all over Michigan in our tiny 1965 camper. I quit my job, made my love and passion for photography full-time (with a lot of encouragement from my superhero husband) , started a small beard oil company, Red Roots Beard Oil and plan to move to Evergreen, CO this summer. It's been an amazing year and I'm beyond grateful for each new day. My recommendation to anyone who is reading this, if you feel like life is trying to speak to you, listen. Listen wholeheartedly because this journey is yours and you can make it go as far as your dreams will allow.
Everyone's journey is different and they all include unexpected bumps along the way but that doesn't mean that's the end of the road. I will continue to share pieces of our family's journey with the intention to encourage those looking for a road less traveled or a life that's a little bit off the beaten path. No matter what road you choose to travel, roll down your windows and enjoy the fresh breath of life.
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