Numbers of the Sky

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Spring has officially sprung...

and with Spring's arrival comes a much needed update, I suppose.

Obviously, I did work behind the scenes, because I updated the site in February to usher in the month of love (and decided to feature Kim Kardashian).

SN: Tbh, that is probably the ONLY time I'll ever feature her on this site as I'm not a fan of the Kardashians or Jenners. I'm unsure as to how they are even considered celebrities.

I thought about doing a blog post about that update but ultimately lacked any inspiration to talk about it; furthermore, no one mentioned liking the new look at all, so maybe it was a miss?

Forgive me for updating so late! In December, I was on top of it with the WICKED theme, ahead of schedule in January with February's update, then March came and...NOTHING happened until today. In a nutshell, I already knew I wanted to use Ariana Grande as my muse (yet again), but I wanted to try something completely out of my usual style and design something preppy. I had to look at several tutorials that were more confusing than helpful.

SN: These tutorials pertain to graphic design in Photoshop, but I use GIMP, so a lot of these instructions didn't translate well although Photoshop and GIMP are very similar...so I just struggled so much to even apply what the tutorial was teaching.

Anyway, after spending hours on this design, I can say I'm happy with the final product. Creating preppy designs is so hard for me, because it involves more steps than what I normally do, but yay for growth, right?

Enjoy this Spring-inspired design 'cause it's here to stay for some months...and that concludes this update. I don't have anything else to say that you might consider interesting. 🤣

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Credits go to Tomás (pngs) & Kayla (texture).

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Credits go to Jessica & Lau (textures) & María (cutouts).

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Credits go to Trevor (cutouts), Alaska (texture) & myself (texture).

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Hear ye, hear ye! New art is coming!

I hope you're just as enthused as I am about this announcement! I've been working behind the scenes on new digital artwork that I've been publishing on deviantART & planning to post here on Tumblr soon! The creative juices have definitely been flowing! Be on the lookout 'cause I'll start dropping these designs next week.

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Why does no one mourn the wicked?

Sorry! I absolutely couldn't resist!

Everyone, welcome to 2026! A brand new year! We made it! Last year was quite the whirlwind for sure!

As you may have already noticed, I'm def a WICKED fan. It's just too good to hate. (Fun fact: I saw the musical on Broadway in 2012.) After seeing both WICKED & WICKED: For Good several times in the movie theater, I can definitely say that they definitely enhanced & improved the Broadway production. There are just some things you can accomplish in the cinematic universe that you can't accomplish in a stage play. Either way, BOTH versions are exceptional & perhaps, I've been changed for good.

...and on that note, the change of returning to single life has been quite cathartic. I feel free! Once again, the relationship ended amicably, but I still feel like a weight lifted itself off my shoulders & my thoughts are quite calmer now that I'm single again. (If you want the backstory, read the previous blog post.)

The other change is the layout of course! First, let me say that this layout's stylesheet was mentally challenging & frustrating! (If you code your stylesheet from scratch, then you definitely know the struggles!) This one part within the coding took almost 3 hours to solve. I'd nearly gotten EVERYTHING the way I wanted until I got to the background. Yes, the background! That was the most challenging part of this layout; however, I figured it out in time to be able to finish this design & have it ready for 2026! (SN: Although this design is a variation of a previous design, it's almost brand new 'cause I changed the code so much from the original & even added some new elements that aren't found in the original code.)

Last but not least, ladies & gents, if you have NOT watched any of these recent WICKED films, go watch both! They've officially released the digital download for the second film, which includes several bonus features.

Now, I'm off to walk down the yellow brick road, so you'll have to wait a clock-tick for the next blog post. In the meantime, let me know how your attempt(s) at defying gravity are going in the commentbox.

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A moment of (brutal) honesty

This is most likely not the type of blog post that you'd expect to see here on my webspace, but I need to vent & this is def a safe space, so let's dive in.

Idk what it is that is happening currently, but tension is brewing...because people are people-ing! I really do try to live peacefully & harmoniously with others, but they keep testing my patience & kindness.

Let's start with my coworker. He has lied to me & taken advantage of my kindness. He also has chosen to be somewhat lazy while on the clock; yet, for some extraterrestrial reason, he had the audacity to confront me about not doing my job. Excuse me? Sir, you regularly don't perform the job duties & responsibilities to the standard that you know we all should be following, but you want to confront me about it only because it negatively affected you? Please sit down, do some self-reflection, apologize to me & follow the standard. Afterwards, you can confront me & hold me accountable to the standard; otherwise, don't test my patience with such foolishness.

Now, let's talk about social media. We all know that it's a great tool to connect with other humans around the globe. Awesome! Now, please explain why this one person came for my neck because of my communication style. (SN: My communication style may not be for everyone, but at least try to ask about it before you criticize me for it.) To paraphrase what the message said: "If you don't want to talk, you can just tell me that. The stickers & one-word responses are annoying." I repeat: Excuse me?! Sir, you initiated this convo. I responded to your messages. If I didn't want to talk, I'd have left you on "Read" - which is something that happens to me often. Secondly, you weren't asking me open-ended questions that required a paragraph as an answer. You were asking me questions or sending me messages that could be answered with "yes," "no," "Ok," "Cool," "Nice," or some variation. What else were you expecting?

Lastly, let's talk about romantic relationships. This past Friday, I amicably ended the relationship with my gf. In the end, we just aren't compatible when it comes to some major aspects of our relationship. I'm relieved tbh. I don't have to avoid that convo anymore 'cause we finally had it. Also...we should have broken up within the first 3 months, but I continued in the relationship for several reasons which won't be disclosed here. Either way, it doesn't matter 'cause I had already worked on an exit plan. I just waited to execute it, which ended up being a wise move. I wanted to end the relationship tactfully & gracefully & my original method ended up lacking the necessary tact & grace, so I had to rethink my plan.

If you've read this far, you can see how tension has just been brewing with people across the spectrum. I'm happy to report that I don't have any tension with my family or friends, so there's some relief. Perhaps, I just need to make it through the holiday. Perhaps, afterwards, everyone will make it easier for me to live peacefully & harmoniously with them. Perhaps! If not....I'm going to need to be in my prayer closet more frequently.

See y'all next time!

P.S. The same day I broke up with my gf, I went out on a movie date with my mother and saw WICKED: For Good. If you haven't seen it yet, YOU MUST GO WATCH IT! As we say here in the USA, "They ate & left no crumbs."

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New things!

Can you believe the last update was last year in December?!

Well, so much has transpired in these 10 months (in no particular order):

Moved/Moving into a new house (3 houses up on the same road)

Started dating someone new (will hit our 5-month anniversary next Friday)

Started a new full-time job (increasing my job count to 3)

Spent my 31st birthday in Las Vegas (on a surprise birthday trip from 8/22-8/25)

Danced in a mv

Audition for/Joined a dance collective

Made some new digital artwork (which has already been uploaded to deviantART)

Also, let's not forget that I FINALLY updated this little webspace here with a simple design that isn't necessarily my original vision but still a sufficient alternative.

As you can see, life has been going well for me overall & bringing me a lot of new things. There have been a few negative experiences along the way (frustration, anger, disappointment), but I've been managing them very well.

Next week will bring about another new thing & a big change that I may just describe here on this platform, so stay tuned.

We are now in October, so autumn is here! (Or is it? I'm still enjoying the heat of the sun!) I'll indulge in pumpkin spice occasionally, but don't crucify me if I'm not head-over-heels in love with it; however, that pumpkin donut at Dunkin' Donuts is so delicious! 😋 You cannot convince me otherwise!

That's all I want to say right now, so I'll see you on the next update! ✌🏾

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Credits go to Sasha (textures) & Darina (cutouts)

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It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas (has passed)!

...so why did I put up a Christmas layout up on. the 27th of December? You know what? That's a very good question to which I don't really have an answer, except that I wanted to do it.

Haha! What's up, everyone? I hope you enjoyed the recent holiday if you chose to celebrate it. Mine was great and interesting. I did not receive the gift that I really wanted, but I did receive some pretty cool & special gifts, so I can't complain! (Also, I didn't even tell anyone what I wanted for Christmas, so that's really my fault. 🤣)

Since my last update in October, Life has been going very well. I even landed my dream job! I'm also back in school. And the dance crew is active again! As you can imagine, I've been a busy bee.

As this year comes to a close in the next 4 days, I sit (and reflect) in awe of EVERYTHING that has happened this year. If you told me I'd end up where I am today, I would just laugh at you, but God had some major things planned for me this year. I can't wait to see what opportunities lie in store for me in 2025. I'll take the lessons 2024 has taught me & apply them in 2025. I'm not trying to make those same mistakes or have those same experiences in the new year.

Enough about my personal life, haha. Enjoy this new layout, 'cause it's staying here for a while. I don't really plan on changing it until after February, so there's that. Thanks for visiting this blog & leaving me messages in the commentbox. I'll see you in the new year!

Also, shoutout to Tiffany for this little gift! My holiday was indeed full of happiness & joy.

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I seem to enjoy these 3-month updates...

'cause here I am with another one after 3 months & 3 days (but who's counting?)!

Anyway, let me just say that life is lifeing, alright! Adulting is hard! Work is life, unfortunately.

But, the sun is still shining! Good things are on the way, and I couldn't be more excited for new opportunities & experiences. In 10 days, I'll be starting a new full-time job in a career field that more closely aligns with my passions and personal interests that also allows me to practice autonomy (and practically be my own boss essentially).

I had 2 interviews with this company & both were stellar, so I didn't even make it to the 3rd interview. The next time they contacted me was to offer me the job. My God is good! He definitely answers prayers!

I'm looking forward to this new & exciting adventure, 'cause it will bring with it some positive changes. Things are definitely going to improve & I'm here for it!

See you next time (perhaps, another 3 months)!

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(Almost) 3 months later

...and another update occurs, haha.

Well, here are some updates that have occurred in that timeframe (in no particular order):

Started a new job in Retail Management

Started online dating

Switched up my workout routine

Planned multiple summer adventures

As always, Life has been a crazy and adventurous rollercoaster ride, but I've been enjoying - or learning to enjoy - it for the most part. I've learned so much along the way and grown in the process.

This is partly why I "abandoned" this little online space for almost 3 months, but I had just a little free time to come back and update the appearance, with Lucien's help.

Sorry, y'all, I don't have some really long update. Just know that I'm doing well in my offline life and I'm still being creative here and there. 😉

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Life Updates

First, let me say that Life be life-ing!

I've got so much going on, but most of it is good.

I've been embarking on a lot of new things lately, like

the possibility of a new relationship

searching for a new (and more fulfilling) job

obtaining several new certifications

finding new adventures & travel opportunities

On one hand, I have no clue where Life is going right now. On the other hand, I'm also excited to see where it leads. There is a mountain of uncertainty and "what ifs" in my life right now, but I'm not even concerned about that. I've chosen to live Life one day at a time, to appreciate every moment, to work on personal goals, to breathe...

I'm definitely going through one of life's storms right now, but I'm dancing in the rain instead of wishing it away. At the end of a rainstorm comes the rainbow!

P.S. I also updated the look for this little webspace. It's nothing spectacular at all, so I decided to talk mainly about my personal life. This new look is very basic (basic coding, basic stylesheet, and basic header). Should I feel inspired to create something more exciting, I'll update once again. Just don't expect it to be anytime soon.

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Credits go to Kevin (object png), Svenja (texture) & Tomás (png).

Note: Kevin's site is no longer active.

P.S. Confession (😬): I'm unsure how I feel about the final design, but I'm happy that I was struck with some creative impulse after not creating any new digital artwork for quite some time.

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A LOT to tell...A LITTLE time to tell it all

I'm just going to jump right in 'cause Idek where to start.

I published my last post on July 21, 2023 and just disappeared.

Life got even busier and more challenging. I got another job promotion, which was great, but eventually led to my resignation in January 2024. Let's just say that I'm glad not to be riding that dramatic rollercoaster anymore - so done with all the BS, drama, and rumors that affected me in that hostile and toxic work environment.

Shifting the focus to something much more positive, I've already applied to many jobs and actually had an interview with a job that will PAY MORE and (potentially) require less work. I also signed up for an opportunity that will allow me to indulge a hobby of mine, so we'll see where that goes. 😉

...and the biggest news of all! I FINALLY updated this little blog again. I really never intend to go on such long hiatuses(?) and just disappear from this online universe, but real life pulls me away and requires more of my attention and focus. Anyway, I hope you like this new design, which is actually a new Facebook cover photo that wasn't intended to be used as a website header. This might just be my favorite Facebook cover photo that I've designed.

I kept it short and sweet for this little update here. Thanks for still visiting this site and leaving me comments. (Yeah, I do read them and respond to them when I'm online.)

Have fun and be safe out there in this wild world.

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Voila! I’m back!

After 3 months (and a day), I’ve updated again!

For those people wondering, all is well. Life has kept me really busy, but I have found moments here and there to HAVE FUN and live life, to be fully present in the moment, to relax and chill, to spend time with my family and friends, to spend time alone and enjoy my solitude...and it’s been very rewarding and cathartic.

At the current moment, I’ve to work remotely due to an unfortunate circumstance (per doctor’s orders), but I’ve made lemonade out of lemons and have actually been very productive today. I’ve gotten a lot of admin work done at home and I’ve also gotten much needed housework done. The day isn’t even over yet! I’m so proud of myself and I shall continue this productive streak tomorrow as well. It’s been a great mental and emotional break from work, though. Ngl about that! 🤣

Big shout out to Pim for inspiring this new design. She made some incredible headers and I just had to use one of them. What you see now is actually my second choice as the first header I wanted to use just didn’t work too well with the template; however, I enjoy this version better! If you’re looking to update and need a new header, go check out Pim’s designs.

Lastly, I’m looking for some new affiliates as I’m now down to two from the six I’ve had for a while. If you’d like to be added, just let me know. I’m not too selective about who I choose, but I will check out your site before I add you. If you decide you only want to exchange links, I’m happy to add you there instead.

Until next time, blogiverse!

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Life has been a whirlwind!

From a series of unfortunate events to mental and emotional rollercoasters, from my full-time employment becoming significantly more challenging to sleep deprivation, from increased stress to lackluster workouts...Life has been a whirlwind!

No worries, though! Overall, all is well. I’m learning to take more and better care of myself. I’m learning to rest! Once I’ve done the best work I can do in the time I have allotted to do said work, what else is there to do?! I’ve been constantly on the grind so much that I’ve neglected myself and doing what I love.

This is a perfect segue to this site. After more than 2 months of inactivity, I’ve finally updated. Yes, it’s another simple design! Yes, I’m completely fine with that. I’ve coded some complex designs in the past, so now I’m going with simple and minimalistic designs that don’t require hundreds of lines of codes. If you’re experienced with front-end web development, then you understand what I mean. If not, then consider yourself lucky! 🤪 Front-end web development can be quite complicated.

Anyway, I chose to use this design of The Weeknd because of its dark nature and it perfectly describes how dark Life has been lately; furthermore, I just like dark themes. I’ve chose light and colorful themes before but I prefer the dark ones when I’m looking for a new blog design. Weird, huh? The coding itself is a style I haven’t used since my early Piczo days. (Those of you who have been around for a long time know all about Piczo and Freewebs and how they were the “bomb.com” way back in the day.) Sometimes, it’s good to return to something so basic and simple; thus, why not bring in those days of nostalgia when I first dabbled in web development and graphic design? Thank God that I’m way better at it now than when I started, but all I had was MS Paint as my design program, so what did you expect? 🤣 I graduated from that to PS CS2, to PSP9, and eventually to GIMP. You can see part of my “evolution” in graphic design by browsing through my deviantART profile. I hope to upload more soon. I just have to find the inspiration for a new project.

That’s all I got for now, so see ya!