Beautifully Broken : Breath and Rejuvenate

For as long as I can remember I have always put my families and other peoples needs before my own. Whether this be financial, physical and or emotional needs I always put myself in the backseat. Over the last year I have had some Amazing Women in my life giving me some of the best advice and support. They have helped me come to the realization that I at the age of 26 need to finally start putting myself first. This is how and why 2016 will be my year to be selfish in a good way for myself. I will do things that will benefit me, make me happy and that will advance me throughout this journey I call Life!!

Early last week my boss informed me that I needed to just take 2 weekdays and get away to clear my head to take time for myself. It worked out perfectly because I had just spoken with my Aunt and we decided that those 2 days would be best spent together. It was a spontaneous planned trip and I couldn't have felt better.

On Sunday 1/10 I began my drive up the coast of Hwy 1 to Santa Rosa....

Pigeon Point Lighthouse in Pescadero, CA

Golden Gate Bridge

On Monday my Aunt and I went and got massages at this wonderful place called ME Spa. For my first massage ever it was absolutely amazing. I never knew I could feel so relaxed before, and while parts of her pressing on my back it felt so good to have the tension released. That night I slept amazingly and felt so rejuvenated!

After our massages we went back to my aunts house to make dinner and relax. Later in the evening we were talking about family photos and I decided to capture a few.....

I decided to take the coastal route home on Tuesday as well because 1. I wasn't quite ready for my mini-vacation to be over and 2. There is no better calming feeling for me that hearing and seeing the ocean in action. The crashing of the waves onto the rocks and cliffs, washing onto the shore. The life that thrives within is miraculous. Plus, how could I give up driving through San Francisco for a second time so soon.