It's been almost two weeks since I made my little move to LA and it is definitely better than I expected. First, I stopped in San Diego to visit Sarah for the 4th of July. She has an amazing set-up there with really fun neighbors. They threw a huge 4th of July bash together and it was a huge success. Pacific Beach is probably one of the coolest towns I have ever been to. Sarah lives walking distance from the beach and all the bars- What could be better?
The morning after the 4th, I set out for my journey up to LA. I should have seen the foreshadowing in the horrible traffic I sat in on the way up- It's awful here! The apartment that I am subletting is in Brentwood which I have fallen in love with! I one day hope to be actually able to live here long term. I was very lucky to have found very normal roommates, although I've kept to myself a lot. This trip is really helping me to relax and has been fabulous for my mental health!
I started at Celebrity Society last week and it is such a great publication! Mimi, the editor has been so kind to me and I am so very proud to me a part of her team. We are working on the Men's Power Issue right now and I have been busy writing profiles on Tiger Woods, Ralph Lauren, Richard Branson, The Twitter Co-founders (Stone & Williams) and Doug Melton. They have all contributed so much both professionally and personally. The office is located right in the heart of Beverly Hills and I am constantly surrounded by fabulous people (And Sprinkles Cupcakes too...TROUBLE!)
I found another magazine looking for writers on Craigslist called University Link Magazine. It is very similar to the college lifestyle magazine that I had previously written for in Scottsdale, except this one is by subscription only. The editor is an ASU Alum and we had a great time chatting about ASU now and in the old days. She has a great attitude and I have been enjoying writing my articles for them. The best part is that I get paid per article. After seven years of writing, this is an amazing accomplishment!
I feel very blessed to have found the opportunities that I have stumbled upon recently. Earlier this year, I was having a lot of doubt, but I have fully broken out of that shell and am finding success every single day.
I'll leave you all with my thought of the day: It's amazing what can be accomplished when you mix hard work and dedication together. Sometimes you may even surprise yourself.
Best,
Nicole
