Own Your "Ish"

Last night I officially published my first website, quartercenturechronicles.com! I am very excited about this project, and have been working hard over the past 2 days to get it done…Yes, I finished the entire thing within a few hours (not obsessed over it or anything). As I hit the "publish" button, a little box popped up asking me to share it on Facebook--my heart jumped. Did I want all my "friends" to read everything I had written? Will life-long fiends get upset I mentioned moving to AZ without telling them prior? Should I send a quick group text? Holy Crap…What am I doing? Within those 10 seconds of me just staring at that little box, I clicked "share to Facebook". This is what I wanted to do, and I was going to do it. My entire life I have worried what other people thought of my decisions, no matter if they were in my favor or not. As long as my friends and family are happy, I am happy.

Publishing this website was a huge step for me to take. I am not just posting random facts and information, I am posting personal and emotional thoughts--all of which leave me feeling vulnerable. When I first started typing, each story seemed to flow onto the computer with ease. Telling my stories, triumphs, and failures has given me a sense of empowerment I didn't know was possible. I know I am not even close to the only person going through the life situations I have already encountered or currently find myself in. So many people have inspired me;  most of which I do not even know---Thank you Pinterest---but if I am able to relate to even one person, I am happy.

Lesson I have learned: Own your "ish." Make decisions and don't second guess yourself. You will never be happy unless you allow yourself to actually do what excites you, whether that be at work, with friends, or even deciding between pizza or chinese for dinner---yes, that is a very serious dilemma!

Worried your peers won't agree with your decision? Honestly, who cares! They are not the one living you life---you are! Okay, you might be thinking, "but wait, I really value the opinions of my loved ones!" Don't get me wrong, I do too, and most times more than I need to. However, this is ultimately your life, live it the way you desire!

XXOO
Shannon