As I've mentioned, I'm moving out of my parent's place at the end of the month. I'm beyond excited to finally get back into the city again, but I can't help but feel a little nervous.
I've never lived fully on my own. I've lived with friends, my boyfriend at the time, and then moved back with my family. No matter what, there has always been someone else to spend time with. I've never truly been alone for an extended period of time, and I don't know how I'll feel about it. I'm not the biggest social butterfly, but I crave interacting with people.
I know this sounds silly for many of you, because I'm sure you have done this before, but for me it's a first. Everyone tells me that this is going to be an amazing experience, and I know it will be. I guess it's just fear of the unknown.
The best is yet to come :)
I've lived by myself for about 6 months, and I absolutely loved it. It will definitely be a big change, but being independent is so empowering :)
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Yeah! That's what I'm looking forward to the most :)
DeleteI'm living on my own in a tiny little apt right now as well. At first it was a bit strange/lonely but then you realize, you can do whatever you like whenever you like! I really feel I needed to live alone to figure out the little things about myself I never noticed before.
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Yes, that's exactly why I'm excited. It'll be the first time in my own space, and completely alone in my own head. It'll be a neat little self-discovery :) Thanks!
DeleteThere'll no doubt be some tough or lonely moments, but I'm sure all the good stuff will more than make up for it! You'll be able to do whatever you want, whenever you want. You'll be able to have friends around and have parties and all sorts of fun things! It'll be awesome :)
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That's true ;) I can party and be out late and no one can say anything! Except maybe if I don't show up for work. Bah, I'll save it for the weekend ;) ;)
DeleteI've lived alone a couple of times in my life- once by choice, and once not so by choice (long story). Both times I found it to be both amazing and totally lonely (and both times I lived in a city where I knew NO ONE, which made it even harder). The best parts were having no one to answer to- to wander around in a bra and underwear blasting NSync (seriously), to eat crackers in bed, and to leave dishes in the sink for days on end. Having the independence feels fantastic, but it can also be lonely at times. You'll easily learn how to cope with that though and how to make it go away and I bet this is going to be totally awesome for you.
ReplyDeleteOh man, I'm lucky I'll be at least 30 minutes from home and it's the city I grew up near, so I have a few friends there. But seriously I'm so excited to walk around practically naked listening to music and making my own food whenever I want ;) Thanks Sarah :)
DeleteIt is an amazing experience, if you are lonely you go out for dinner with friends and then you have all the alone time you want once you return :) Don't get me wrong, I love living with my man but there are times I miss the solo living :) And just imagine you have full creative control over design (although I do anyways heehee!)
ReplyDeleteThat's so true, I'm excited to design the space to exactly what I want! And I've got some people in the city to visit if I'm lonely. It'll just take some getting used to :) Thanks Em!
DeleteI'm sure you'll do fine! I'm currently cravinggggg to live on my own because I'm tired of having roommates that aren't so awesome and want my own space before my boyfriend and I decide to get hitched and be forever roommates haha Hope you enjoy the experience!
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Thanks!! Yeah, that's my thought too. I have to learn to be independent at some point. And annoying roommates are THE WORST.
DeleteThis is going to be such an amazing journey for you Kel! I truly believe you will have the best time and it will be so freeing! And just think, every new challenge and experience just makes you stronger and better equipped to take on the world. And when you get lonely, call up your friends - because a bachelorette pad is the place to be!!
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;) Thanks Kimiko! It's so true, I know this will only make me stronger and give me a new perspective. It'll be exciting, that's for sure :D
DeleteI have never actually lived totally on my own (always had a roommate) but I'm sure it's going to be awesome!
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Thanks Sharon, I hope so :) !
DeleteSuch a great quote and a great reminder. I've always had roommates, but there were definitely times when I wished I was alone, haha. I think you'll be fine, you can always have your friends visit or vice versa! :)
ReplyDeletexo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
Thanks! I know, I love the quote. I feel like it makes me feel better every time I read it :P
DeleteI've actually never lived on my own, so no... It's not silly at all! I always had roommates after I left Kansas, then got married. So... I think you're pretty brave!
ReplyDeleteThanks Alyx! I'm not used to big steps so this is going to be a huge change! But what do I know, you're about to have a little baby :D :D
DeleteCan you have a pet?? But I bet you love it.. hope you post some pics of your new place!
ReplyDeleteI can actually! I was thinking of getting a cat... My only concern is the times I decide to go home to my parent's for a bit or if I ever go away on vacation, I'll have to worry about the kitty and what to do with him/her.
DeleteThat is true, they are a responsibility.. cats are easier to leave for a day or two.. but a dog adapts well when taken home to the parents :) Boarding is an option... Enjoy your new adventure!!
DeleteI don't blame you! I've never lived alone, either. I'm sure you'll love it once you get used to it. Does your new place allow pets? A cat (or a dog, I guess, if you're into that) makes excellent company :P
ReplyDeleteYeah I would really love you get a kitty! But it's hard to just "take off" for a bit without thinking about the pet. Like, I know cats are independent, but if I wanted to go to my parent's for like 4-5 days, I'd feel awful and it wouldn't be fair. :( But thanks, it might be something I decide to do!
DeleteOne thing that helped me adapt to living alone was having a routine, like a cup of tea in the evening or reading in bed right before falling asleep.
ReplyDeleteI've never lived on my own either, but I'm sure you're going to love it! You can always have friends come over. At least you get to decorate and pick out all the stuff you like instead of compromising lol
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