Author Archives: sleepyawakening

Welcome to 26!

Four walls, greyish blue. One year older—wiser, too. Stubborn, uncertain, excited, confused. Welcome to 26. Every year, in the springtime, I am reborn. Why am I here? Thoughts flood my mind with each lap around the sun— Questions for my soul, for the politicians, for the ghosts. I forgive everyone who did me wrong. IContinue reading “Welcome to 26!”

By Design

By design, we want to be loved, Accepted by others, Received with high praises. Some want to be the top of the class, Others want to go by unnoticed, but with ease. We all want to be loved — By our caregiver, A friend, A lover, And a force bigger than the universe. We showcaseContinue reading “By Design”

Overnight Success

The only overnight success I am witnessing lately are the overnight oats that I have been eating religiously. I stumbled upon a TikTok the other day about the artist Chappell Roan and how it took her 10 years to become the success she is today. They particularly said something along the lines of, “That’s whyContinue reading “Overnight Success”

“She want to move to California. She must’ve fucking lost her mind.” (Journal entry 5/1/24)

Hi, I trust this note finds you well amidst life’s craziness. Today, I write to you (random reader but most likely someone that knows me, lol) from California, where a decision years in the making has brought about a wave of emotions and deep thoughts. These past months and weeks have been a whirlwind, makingContinue reading ““She want to move to California. She must’ve fucking lost her mind.” (Journal entry 5/1/24)”

Inmarcesible

Pareces una flor preservada, con colores vibrantes y fuera de este mundo. Viviendo en mis sueños y viajando frecuentemente a mi corazón. Todo para preguntarte ¿Por qué no fue suficiente? Todo el mundo quiere enamorarse hasta que conocen algo bueno. Es ahí donde los miedos resaltan y la idea de amor cambia. Afortunado aquel queContinue reading “Inmarcesible”

journal entry 2/15/24

I love myself because I’m kind, smart, loyal, thoughtful, and human. I love myself because despite life’s adversity, I try again and again. I love myself because I give myself grace, compassion, and love. I try my best to, at least. I love myself because I am love. I emit love. I’m made from love.Continue reading “journal entry 2/15/24”

journal entry 7/26/23

I’ve essentially obtained what I’ve yearned for the past few years. Some of it has appeared exactly as I envisioned, while some hasn’t, but it has turned out even better. How often do we desire more and more? Years ago, you prayed for something you probably take for granted today. Maybe you don’t take itContinue reading “journal entry 7/26/23”

I Have Forgotten What You Look Like

I have forgotten what you look like, But if I close my eyes long enough, I can still feel your palm heat resting on my forehead And your soft kisses on my temple I can feel your breathing against my chestAs I hear our laughs playing like a record I have forgotten what you lookContinue reading “I Have Forgotten What You Look Like”

To this little but mighty girl:

You have inspired me this year to attempt to wear my hair curly. We haven’t quite figured it out, but it has improved since we started working on it. Weirdly enough, even though I neglected the natural waves/curls for most of my life, I feel more like myself when I let my hair do itsContinue reading “To this little but mighty girl:”