Obsessed with your new tattoo and in love with the fact that you’re a fellow Swiftie! My August was… challenging. Almost got fired, decided to resign instead, and it’s been a whole rollercoaster of emotions since. Don’t know what I’m doing or where I’m going from here, and I’m about to turn 30 next month. Feeling kinda lost but trying to treat myself with grace. It’s hard right now, but I know it will get better 🤍
I think that 30 sounds like the perfect time to pivot and grow into a new version of you! Well done for making a brave decision and for being gentle on yourself 🌱 it'll all make sense soon and we'll be rooting for you 💜💜
This made me think of a wall hanging I have that says “all endings are also beginnings we just don’t know it at the time.” Something to hold onto in this ever-changing life. Wishing you well as you continue on the journey <3
Congratulations on the book :-) I'm also nearing the end of the latest draft of my novel...feels surreal and like a very quiet personal victory but also it is absolutely something to celebrate!
Thank you! A queer gothic interracial love story that grapples with intergenerational trauma through the lens of complicated grief. Super cheerful (lol) but very near and dear to my heart.
Sounds fascinating! Intergenerational trauma and complicated grief do indeed go hand in hand. Such a huge accomplishment to have finished a novel! Writing is such a wonderful but often agonizing pursuit. It’s important to stop and celebrate how far you’ve come.
Jennifer this is major! And the novel sounds fascinating and hopefully like something that's been healing to write? Sending you strength to finish it off! 💖
Hi Megan! Loved this update and so excited for more news of your current project. Glad you had a lovely August. I'm recovering from Covid and job hunting at the moment - my Master's didn't work out for slightly frustrating reasons, but on the plus side I graduated from my BA this summer with a First! Hope the beginning of autumn treats you kindly and sending lots of good vibes to everyone who reads this.
I hope you're feeling better now Sasha! And going easy on yourself if you're still wiped out 💜 fingers crossed something amazing comes along - sounds like you are more than qualified and would be an asset to any team! 💖
Megan, your new tattoo is beautiful. And feels so you! I recently got my first tattoo at age 30, to celebrate the woman I am blooming into and I love her!
I love all the dating shows, I started in the same way you did 😂 Demi is the only person I followed on Instagram from it, she seems like a good egg.
Speaking of Instagram you recently mentioned you might be vinted-ing some of your fabulous wardrobe- please please share your username I love your style!
My august, seems to have flown by. I spent a lot of it being frustrated that moving house takes so bloody long. On a more positive note I took a trip to Bath, and it was the first city I’ve ever felt safe in! I’m calling that growth! ✨
Well done for surviving the house move Lisa!! I'm gearing myself up to start looking for somewhere new and dreading it 😅 totally agree - Demi seems so genuine and lovely!
I haven't started the Vinted upload yet but will probably get to it this week! My username is 100percentthatb - will be sure to link on stories once things are up! 💜
We're in the home stretch of our first IVF treatment. 3 more sleeps until we find out if it worked. My body has been through so much this year. I'm so grateful for the reminders you give (here and on Insta) about loving and honoring our bodies.
Oh my gosh Nat 🥲 congratulations!! Well bloody done for powering through the hard parts and getting here - wishing you the most peaceful possible next part of the journey 💖💖
I am SO excited to read your new book!! I know it will be every bit as beautiful AND wholesome as your new tattoo ❤️❤️❤️
Re: reality dating… I finally found my way to ‘queer ultimatum’ I’m not sure how I feel about it being the best piece of relationship education I’ve ever found 🤣
Hahaha oh my gosh I need ALL your thoughts on Queer Ultimatum! Parts of it were depressingly realistic weren't they 😅 also - you are responsible for part of my tattoo because we included a zinneas after you sent me those beautiful photos of them 😘🌸
Wow what a lovely month! Your tattoo is gorgeous 🏵️🪷🌼🌸
I am so beyond excited to hear about another book coming out! Can't wait! 🤗
And OMG yes trash romance reality TV ftw. Love love is blind, so jealous you went to that screening. Michelle's interviews and content have been super fun to watch. Also a MAFS fan, the Australia series is insane. Highly recommend some of the older US seasons as well (10 and 12 in particular).
As for my life not a lot of updates, working on advocating for a promotion at work but not super hopeful (I had 2 last year and they recently had some layoffs). Problem is I always end up taking on work beyond my pay grade so I'd like to be compensated for it. Also working on some health stuff, which can be heavy at times. But mostly making it through ok.
One thing I've been struggling with is finding joyful movement again. I have such negative connotations with exercise as punishment it's hard for me to shake. I try to at least walk or swim but I'd like to take up a class or regular activity without feeling the associated shame. That's something I want to work on.
Anywho, enjoy the beginning of fall! Here in LA it's been hotter than a 👿🍑 so I personally can't wait for it to cool off.
Thank you for the beautiful update + all the kindness Samantha! 🌸 Omg I would love to get hold of MAFS US but it's not streaming here atm 😭 Australia is WILD like what is in the water over there?
It's so hard to not take on more than you're being paid for when you're good at your job and you know you can do it. I hope you either get that promotion or can hand over some of those responsibilities! And sending you a big hug as you navigate the health stuff 💜
I've just had a little think about whether I know anyone who runs fun LA classes but I don't think I do - exercise culture can be quite problematic out there can't it? What did you love as a child? Could I suggest looking for an adult version of whatever that is? There is a twerk class I sometimes do online called Socanomics which I think is LA based? It's a really fun vibe but she does sometimes mention annoying things like calories 🙄 I hope you can find something! Update us next time! 💜
Megan I am so, so proud of you and so thankful for all you do. You do have worthwhile things to say!!!! I am endlessly grateful for your first book and I can't wait to read your next one.
Megan! So delighted to see you in my inbox again. The new tattoo is gorgeous! I’m really happy to hear Gem has been doing well and is enjoying her new personal training sessions. A queenly thing indeed. I was also thrilled at your mention of the Red era because the two disk “Taylor’s version” of Red has been playing on repeat lately in my house. I am obsessed!! It’s so so good. The perfect blend of genres, and upbeat and slow songs. That’s the good stuff.
July and August were super tough for me. Slowly getting myself back to center. In good news, I’ve been working through new layers of self acceptance, and feeling more worthy of good things in life. Funny, I accidentally typed “love” instead of life there at first, and I actually have been thinking about putting myself “out there” in the dating world in some capacity for basically the first time ever. (Even though I’m far from young. I’ve lived a strange life. I grew up weird. Thus, the title of my blog :D ) So yeah, I’m trying to allow joy to lead me and see where it takes me this time.
I’m so so excited about your new book! Makes me just bubble with happiness to think of you working away at it and bringing more of your wonderful thoughts into the world. I am sending all the best of wishes to you and yours. I’m so grateful you’re on earth at the same time as me <3
Wonderful Sophie! 💜 Always a joy to hear from you and have an update - well done for weathering the summer months, I'm glad that some growth has come from the difficult stuff and still hope the next part of the year is a bit more gentle 🤗 that's exciting about dating!! And definitely also another vehicle for growth, if nothing else 😅 I look forward to any updates you're willing to share about that 🤓
Thank you for motivating me to keep writing! Appreciate you and the way you navigate the world. Sending much love 💖💖
I saw you at UK black pride so many times and it was so cool to see you in-person after following you for so long. You looked so happy and in your element. I wanted to say hi but I was too shy haha
Such an exciting month for you and the gang! I love seeing all of your joy-filled pictures! The tattoo is stunning. And I absolutely ADORE your workspace, Megan! Looking forward to reading your next book. (I've gifted and shared your first book many times)
August was low-key over here. Winding down the summer with family and friends. I've spent a good part of the summer gearing up for my busy season. The holidays will be here before we know it!
Congratulations Megan for finishing your new book draft! Can I ask what it is about..? What you have to share is absolutely valuable and can't wait to hear more about it. Your time with Char, family and UK Black Pride sounds equally brill too. In my August I was grateful to spend time with friends <3 Wishing everyone a great September.
Yay friend time!! Love that for you Gemma 🤗 and yes ofc! I've been writing about embracing all of the parts of ourselves we're told to make smaller - body, heart, sexuality, wants, needs, all of the things patriarchy convinces us to shrink! 💖
That sounds awesome and very empowering for both people who already are aware of patriarchy but also for people, like young, who don’t yet and that could have such a big impact. Do you have a demographic in mind? 💙
Adore your tattoo!!! Red is the best era and ATW is the best song ❤️ you have impeccable taste! August went by in a blur...slipped away into a moment in time, if you will 😉 I'm looking forward to cooler days, even though I'm a summer gal too!
Obsessed with your new tattoo and in love with the fact that you’re a fellow Swiftie! My August was… challenging. Almost got fired, decided to resign instead, and it’s been a whole rollercoaster of emotions since. Don’t know what I’m doing or where I’m going from here, and I’m about to turn 30 next month. Feeling kinda lost but trying to treat myself with grace. It’s hard right now, but I know it will get better 🤍
I think that 30 sounds like the perfect time to pivot and grow into a new version of you! Well done for making a brave decision and for being gentle on yourself 🌱 it'll all make sense soon and we'll be rooting for you 💜💜
This made me think of a wall hanging I have that says “all endings are also beginnings we just don’t know it at the time.” Something to hold onto in this ever-changing life. Wishing you well as you continue on the journey <3
Good for you Alyssa, I hope your new chapter will be a great one :)
Congratulations on the book :-) I'm also nearing the end of the latest draft of my novel...feels surreal and like a very quiet personal victory but also it is absolutely something to celebrate!
Congratulations!! What an amazing achievement, hope you do something nice for you to celebrate. What's your book about?
Thank you! A queer gothic interracial love story that grapples with intergenerational trauma through the lens of complicated grief. Super cheerful (lol) but very near and dear to my heart.
Sounds fascinating! Intergenerational trauma and complicated grief do indeed go hand in hand. Such a huge accomplishment to have finished a novel! Writing is such a wonderful but often agonizing pursuit. It’s important to stop and celebrate how far you’ve come.
thank you! :)
Jennifer this is major! And the novel sounds fascinating and hopefully like something that's been healing to write? Sending you strength to finish it off! 💖
Hi Megan! Loved this update and so excited for more news of your current project. Glad you had a lovely August. I'm recovering from Covid and job hunting at the moment - my Master's didn't work out for slightly frustrating reasons, but on the plus side I graduated from my BA this summer with a First! Hope the beginning of autumn treats you kindly and sending lots of good vibes to everyone who reads this.
I hope you're feeling better now Sasha! And going easy on yourself if you're still wiped out 💜 fingers crossed something amazing comes along - sounds like you are more than qualified and would be an asset to any team! 💖
Thank you so much Megan!!! <3
Hope you get well soon and that a great job comes up for you Sasha
Thank you so much Gemma! :)
Megan, your new tattoo is beautiful. And feels so you! I recently got my first tattoo at age 30, to celebrate the woman I am blooming into and I love her!
I love all the dating shows, I started in the same way you did 😂 Demi is the only person I followed on Instagram from it, she seems like a good egg.
Speaking of Instagram you recently mentioned you might be vinted-ing some of your fabulous wardrobe- please please share your username I love your style!
My august, seems to have flown by. I spent a lot of it being frustrated that moving house takes so bloody long. On a more positive note I took a trip to Bath, and it was the first city I’ve ever felt safe in! I’m calling that growth! ✨
Well done for surviving the house move Lisa!! I'm gearing myself up to start looking for somewhere new and dreading it 😅 totally agree - Demi seems so genuine and lovely!
I haven't started the Vinted upload yet but will probably get to it this week! My username is 100percentthatb - will be sure to link on stories once things are up! 💜
We're in the home stretch of our first IVF treatment. 3 more sleeps until we find out if it worked. My body has been through so much this year. I'm so grateful for the reminders you give (here and on Insta) about loving and honoring our bodies.
Thank you for the support! Update: We're pregnant 🖤
Oh my gosh Nat 🥲 congratulations!! Well bloody done for powering through the hard parts and getting here - wishing you the most peaceful possible next part of the journey 💖💖
Good luck Nat Nat, thinking fertile thoughts for you! 🤞🏻
Sending you much love and hope, no matter the outcome <3
Can't wait to get hold of the new book! And the new ink is stunning!
Thank you Rachel! 💖
I am SO excited to read your new book!! I know it will be every bit as beautiful AND wholesome as your new tattoo ❤️❤️❤️
Re: reality dating… I finally found my way to ‘queer ultimatum’ I’m not sure how I feel about it being the best piece of relationship education I’ve ever found 🤣
I love you, hot buttered crumpet xxxxx
Hahaha oh my gosh I need ALL your thoughts on Queer Ultimatum! Parts of it were depressingly realistic weren't they 😅 also - you are responsible for part of my tattoo because we included a zinneas after you sent me those beautiful photos of them 😘🌸
Whaaaaaa!!!!! Zinnias are AMAZING!!! Apparently they come from Mexico where they have been known as ‘so bright they hurt your eyes’!!
And Queer Ultimatum… kept seeing myself again and again 🙈🙈🙈🙈
Hi Megan,
Wow what a lovely month! Your tattoo is gorgeous 🏵️🪷🌼🌸
I am so beyond excited to hear about another book coming out! Can't wait! 🤗
And OMG yes trash romance reality TV ftw. Love love is blind, so jealous you went to that screening. Michelle's interviews and content have been super fun to watch. Also a MAFS fan, the Australia series is insane. Highly recommend some of the older US seasons as well (10 and 12 in particular).
As for my life not a lot of updates, working on advocating for a promotion at work but not super hopeful (I had 2 last year and they recently had some layoffs). Problem is I always end up taking on work beyond my pay grade so I'd like to be compensated for it. Also working on some health stuff, which can be heavy at times. But mostly making it through ok.
One thing I've been struggling with is finding joyful movement again. I have such negative connotations with exercise as punishment it's hard for me to shake. I try to at least walk or swim but I'd like to take up a class or regular activity without feeling the associated shame. That's something I want to work on.
Anywho, enjoy the beginning of fall! Here in LA it's been hotter than a 👿🍑 so I personally can't wait for it to cool off.
Sending so much love 🩷💜🩵
Thank you for the beautiful update + all the kindness Samantha! 🌸 Omg I would love to get hold of MAFS US but it's not streaming here atm 😭 Australia is WILD like what is in the water over there?
It's so hard to not take on more than you're being paid for when you're good at your job and you know you can do it. I hope you either get that promotion or can hand over some of those responsibilities! And sending you a big hug as you navigate the health stuff 💜
I've just had a little think about whether I know anyone who runs fun LA classes but I don't think I do - exercise culture can be quite problematic out there can't it? What did you love as a child? Could I suggest looking for an adult version of whatever that is? There is a twerk class I sometimes do online called Socanomics which I think is LA based? It's a really fun vibe but she does sometimes mention annoying things like calories 🙄 I hope you can find something! Update us next time! 💜
Megan I am so, so proud of you and so thankful for all you do. You do have worthwhile things to say!!!! I am endlessly grateful for your first book and I can't wait to read your next one.
Thank you SO much Giulia, this is the kindest thing 🥹 appreciate you!! Sending hugs!! 💖
Megan! So delighted to see you in my inbox again. The new tattoo is gorgeous! I’m really happy to hear Gem has been doing well and is enjoying her new personal training sessions. A queenly thing indeed. I was also thrilled at your mention of the Red era because the two disk “Taylor’s version” of Red has been playing on repeat lately in my house. I am obsessed!! It’s so so good. The perfect blend of genres, and upbeat and slow songs. That’s the good stuff.
July and August were super tough for me. Slowly getting myself back to center. In good news, I’ve been working through new layers of self acceptance, and feeling more worthy of good things in life. Funny, I accidentally typed “love” instead of life there at first, and I actually have been thinking about putting myself “out there” in the dating world in some capacity for basically the first time ever. (Even though I’m far from young. I’ve lived a strange life. I grew up weird. Thus, the title of my blog :D ) So yeah, I’m trying to allow joy to lead me and see where it takes me this time.
I’m so so excited about your new book! Makes me just bubble with happiness to think of you working away at it and bringing more of your wonderful thoughts into the world. I am sending all the best of wishes to you and yours. I’m so grateful you’re on earth at the same time as me <3
Wonderful Sophie! 💜 Always a joy to hear from you and have an update - well done for weathering the summer months, I'm glad that some growth has come from the difficult stuff and still hope the next part of the year is a bit more gentle 🤗 that's exciting about dating!! And definitely also another vehicle for growth, if nothing else 😅 I look forward to any updates you're willing to share about that 🤓
Thank you for motivating me to keep writing! Appreciate you and the way you navigate the world. Sending much love 💖💖
I saw you at UK black pride so many times and it was so cool to see you in-person after following you for so long. You looked so happy and in your element. I wanted to say hi but I was too shy haha
Awhh next time Helena! Definitely say hi, I will have a hug ready for you 🤗💜
Such an exciting month for you and the gang! I love seeing all of your joy-filled pictures! The tattoo is stunning. And I absolutely ADORE your workspace, Megan! Looking forward to reading your next book. (I've gifted and shared your first book many times)
August was low-key over here. Winding down the summer with family and friends. I've spent a good part of the summer gearing up for my busy season. The holidays will be here before we know it!
Of course! Are you feeling prepared for holiday season busyness? I hope everything flows and you get to enjoy the organised chaos 🤗💜
Congratulations Megan for finishing your new book draft! Can I ask what it is about..? What you have to share is absolutely valuable and can't wait to hear more about it. Your time with Char, family and UK Black Pride sounds equally brill too. In my August I was grateful to spend time with friends <3 Wishing everyone a great September.
Yay friend time!! Love that for you Gemma 🤗 and yes ofc! I've been writing about embracing all of the parts of ourselves we're told to make smaller - body, heart, sexuality, wants, needs, all of the things patriarchy convinces us to shrink! 💖
That sounds awesome and very empowering for both people who already are aware of patriarchy but also for people, like young, who don’t yet and that could have such a big impact. Do you have a demographic in mind? 💙
Love your new tattoo!
Adore your tattoo!!! Red is the best era and ATW is the best song ❤️ you have impeccable taste! August went by in a blur...slipped away into a moment in time, if you will 😉 I'm looking forward to cooler days, even though I'm a summer gal too!
So glad we are in full agreement about all the important things!! 😁💖
Love Demi! And also watching MAFS Australia with my sister!