Previously On...
It's been a whirlwind couple of weeks
The thing about living in unprecdented times is we’re always needing to adjust to the “new norm.” If you happen to have children during this time, you also know that you need to also help them adjust to the constantly-changing tides. If you are a single-parent (aka, the parent with full custody), then congratulations, you are the C.E.O. of managing multiple POV’s and emotions at the same time!
This is all to say, the first month back at school has been a rough one in this household. Between managing mental health, WGA BoD election deadlines, day-job deadlines, getting ready to take out a pilot, much-needed travel, election obligations, homework, assessments, job searches, disappointments, covid surges, and pretty much anything else you can think of… something had to give, and that something was my substack (well, and social life, but I’m used to that by now!)
I also turned 39 last week— the last year of my thirties, my mother kept reminding me. And honestly because of all the aforementioned stress, I really didn’t want to do anything this year. That was further compounded by a sprained wrist (yes, my writing wrist, but I’ll save you the existential crisis I had surrounding that!), and a general feeling of malaise / burnout.
All I wanted to do was hang out on the beach with some buds and eat some snacks, so… that’s what I did. Labor Day weekend plans are always a gamble because most people use that time to escape L.A., so I’m always a little surprised when anyone shows up to my party at all.
It was a beautiful Malibu day, and most everyone who came agreed, we all needed to feel beach-air breeze, and listen to the sound of the waves. My dear friend also made homemade Marshmallow treats (like, she made the marshmallow!) and the vibes were immaculate. Great way to close out 38. 10/10.
On my actual birthday, my son and I went to a “fancy” brunch (his words, not mine), I cleaned the house, and I reflected on what I wanted the next year to look like. It felt symbolic that my birthday this year was on both Labor Day (the day I was actually born) and a New Moon in Virgo.
I’m keeping my intentions private for now, but I’m starting this last year of my 30’s feeling strong, capable, and calm, and I think that’s a beautiful place to be.
Sidenote: Voting has officially begun for the WGAW Board of Directors. I got through candidates night— something my anxiety has been dreading since I agreed to run, without a panic attack, stomach issues, or tears (despite certain circumstances, and then getting stuck on the freeway for 45 minutes post-stressful-evening). I’m very proud of myself for running, and so grateful to the other candidates and everyone who has reached out with words of encouragement and support! And now we wait!
Hope everyone in L.A. is surviving the heat, and I hope everyone else is also feeling capable, strong, and calm!
happy belated!