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One Month in L.A.

02.28.18

It has officially been one month since I moved to the golden coast of California.
This cross country move was motivated by desire for change, seeking new opportunities, a different environment and hopes for a creative renewal. For years I felt stagnant and unsure what I really wanted for my future but fully knowing my current situation wasn’t quite it. Maybe later this year I will write a full post in more detail on my reasons for moving.

I am happy to be able to say that after only a month in Los Angeles I have accomplished way more than I anticipated and I am just getting started.

So after a month in L.A. here is what I’ve learned…

  • The traffic is as bad as “they” say. “They” being anyone who has ever been in L.A.
  • Don’t go to Whole Foods after 3pm, rather, just don’t go anywhere after 3pm if you can help it
  • You can live without a car in Los Angeles but depending on your neighborhood/lifestyle, it might not be ideal
  • 57 degrees sounds warm, but unless you’re in the sun you’ll definitely want a jacket
  • Dry heat vs humidity is a legitimate reason for 57 degrees to feel cold
  • You’ll need more sweaters than you think
  • GrubHub is king of delivery services and you’ll quickly become addicted to ordering food
  • Amazon Prime with same day delivery is a lifesaver
  • People are friendlier than you’d think

This past month has been a blur with so much transition and adjusting to my new surroundings. I am glad I am taking photos to help me remember. I started a daily photo project, I am keeping it private for only my friends and family for now, mainly for safety reasons, but am working on a way to incorporate it into this blog to share the journey with you!

Collectively,

Karmen

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