Behind the Scenes

Life has been a total whirlwind lately. I actually had to push the opening of the business to June because, honestly? I have been overwhelmed as heck. I haven't posted on TikTok in weeks at this point, I am way behind on comments and messages, and sometimes it feels like there is no end in sight. But I am still trying to paint and push forward because I know life isn't always going to be smooth sailing.

I am slowly catching up with the people in my real life, and I finally see light at the end of the tunnel with all the constant traveling. Honestly, I am so looking forward to it. I was incredibly excited for all of these back to back weekend trips, but now that I am nearing the end of them, I am just happy to be home. I really needed this time to ground me and help me realize that while I love a fast paced life and can definitely still live it on occasion, I also need to embrace the slowdown. And boy, have I missed it.

I have been trying to keep painting for the opening, but I hit a bit of a wall and am just not loving everything I create right now. I think once things quiet down a little, I will get right back into my flow. I have surgery coming up next week to remove the plates and screws in my foot, which will keep me home for at least a couple of weeks while I recover. I actually think that downtime might be when I make some of my best work.

Painting has always brought me so much peace, but I need to enter that creative space already feeling centered. Living out of a suitcase for the past six weeks has made that almost impossible, so I am really looking forward to getting back to that calm place.

Lately, I have also been questioning if everyday content creation is really for me. I will absolutely be posting a ton of business stuff once I get caught up, but we will just have to see about everything else. Like I mentioned, some of these feelings might just come from being so overwhelmed, but I am continuing to listen to what the universe is trying to tell me. While this might sound like a stressed out ramble, I promise I have truly enjoyed these past several weeks. I am just also ready for a little bit of a breather, and both things can be true 😊

I have to move in the next few months, and I look forward to figuring out where that will be now that I have officially graduated with my Masters! I can't wait to get out of this town, and I hope this business will be one of the stepping stones to help get me there. I look forward to sharing more positive updates in the future, but I have always promised to keep it real with you guys, and life isn't always easy. I appreciate my support system so much for always making my days brighter.

Anna ❤︎

Where it all began

Who would’ve thought!