tw/cw: mentions of an abusive relationship, depression (nothing graphic, I just don’t want to catch anyone that the topic may be triggering for off guard)
I just wanted to take a minute to kinda explain my extended absence to everyone that’s stuck with me through it, kinda a little bit of a life update. 💓
While I was in Japan, I was in a really bad, abusive relationship, and unfortunately due to the circumstances I was there under, I wasn’t able to get out without losing literally everything. All of my belongings, my cat who I’ve had since I was 16, anything I couldn’t fit into two suitcases. So I waited it out (something I was only able to do because my ex wasn’t around much due to his work schedule) until earlier this year, when I was able to finally get everything approved for me to move back. I was able to get all of my stuff, myself and my cat out safely, and have spent the last six months finalizing my divorce and getting my life back together.
During what was one of the darkest periods of my life when I was struggling with depression worse than I ever had before, isolated from all of my family and most of my friends, this blog because the one bright light I had. It became a lifeline for me. Writing for all of you was an escape from my reality, and seeing how happy and excited you all were to read what I wrote for you truly brought me so much joy. None of you knew it then, but you all helped me so much, and I don’t think I’ll ever be able to truly express how thankful I am for all of you. All of the messages you ever sent me, those of you that offered me your friendship and support. You all hold a place in my heart and I am so grateful for all of you.
I’ve spent the last six months getting my life back together. I moved back into my parents house in California for a while, and have since moved out and gotten my own place here in San Diego. I have a job that I enjoy and am working towards becoming a microblading artist. I’m planning on going back to school next year and getting my bachelor’s degree so I can eventually go back to Japan as an English teacher, on my own terms this time. And as of about three weeks ago, I am officially, legally free from my ex. I’m finally getting to a good place mentally and emotionally.
I’m planning on making a bit of a comeback with writing, as well. I’ve been writing whenever I have the free time, and I have a lot in store for you. Thank you all for sticking with me through the long, unannounced hiatus. I’m baaaack! 💕