Seasons of change

2009 December 2

by E.P.

I spent a good six and a half hours in the car today, traveling from Tennessee to my little town in the rain.

I spent a lot of that time thinking. Thinking about the past, thinking about the future, thinking about beginnings and endings and excitement and scariness.

It’s hard to believe that it is December. December. Where has the year gone? What have we done? When we look back at this year, what have we learned? What would we have done differently?

I think back on this past year and know my experiences have led me to the place I stand tonight. I know so much more about myself, as a person and as a photographer, than I did in January. And I’ve gained some valuable experience during the past year and a half in my little town. But it’s December. It’s past time for a change, and I am moving on to a new town.

In two weeks, this girl will be moving herself to Nashville to start a career in freelance photography. I have the skills. I have the contacts. I just need to jump and dive in. Because life is too short for me to bide my time in a place where I can no longer grow.

I’m spreading my wings, friends, and I cannot wait for my new town, the new experiences I will have there and the old (and new!) friends I will get to see.

I simply cannot wait.

It’s December, and I am finally taking my leap of faith.

What are you doing this month?

courtney

HOORAY! I'm so excited for you! I'm glad you're finally making the move... for your sake, obviously, but also because it means you'll be so much closer to ME! :)

E.P.

Thanks so much, lady! I'm here and settling in and it feels absolutely
amazing. Seriously. Let's hang out soon because I love this town. And,
as of now, I don't have a job or anything holding me back. ;)

shobhna

Oh my god! That's such big news! Hope the move is smooth and good for you. *hugs* This is going to be a VERY exciting year for you, isn't it? :)

E.P.

I know, isn't it?! It's crazy!

Thanks so much, lady! I really, really appreciate it. This WILL be an
exciting year! I'm making it exciting. ;)

How are YOU?

J.D. McCoy

I know how you feel. It seems the more I look at it the quicker the time goes. It's strange to think back on how I used to be a kid going to school. Or how I learned how to drive from my mom in an old beat up buick. Time just seems to escape us.

E.P.

Time really does escape us as we get older. It's crazy.

eviestewart

New home, surrounded by music - what could be better than Nashville!?
Enjoy every new experience.
xo/
@EvieStewart

E.P.

Thanks so much, Evie! I think it's going to be wonderful!

Renee

I'm so excited for you!!! Congrats, love. You're going to do great.

E.P.

Aww, thanks, Renee! I certainly hope I do great!

steph anne

I've often wondered that especially recently that this year is coming to an end and I can't believe how fast time goes especially that we're older now.

Glad there's something for you to look forward to with motivation & your wings! :)

E.P.

It really is crazy how quickly the time goes by!

Thanks so much, lady!

SoMi Speaks

What an especially exciting time of year for you. This month I am appreciating all the moments, big and small, that I get to spend with friends, near and far.

E.P.

Thanks so much! And your approach to the holidays? It's a good one. Enjoy yourself!

StephenK

You make that post title and make NO reference or lyrics from Rent? You and I are very different! :p

Just stumbled across your blog (20sb dontcha know) and love your writing! I don't feel like I really 'know' you yet, but good luck for the move! It would seem many people are having their lives thrust into flux but not all of them take it positively. It's refreshing that you are, it'll make you all the more ready to embrace new experiences and hit the ground running. And other such phrases, you get my drift.

In response to your final hook question, I'm doing the opposite actually, I'm delving into my past and trying to make more of an effort with friends I'm in danger of losing. Certainly it's a part of life that friends may fall by the wayside, but I don't have to let it!

Once again, great writing, best of luck for your move and new life, and probably see you back here soon ;)

E.P.

Heh. I wondered if anyone was going to link the title to Rent. And, of course, you did!

Thanks so much! I think a big part of my attitude about this is that I am finally taking my life into my own hands. No more having The Man call the shots. And while it scares the hell out of me sometimes, it's super exciting to know I am in control. And to know I'm going where I need to be. And all that jazz.

Good for you! It's brave to delve into your past and embrace the friends you worry you might lose. That's awesome you are taking those steps!

Thanks, again, and I hope to see you back here soon!

Heather

That is awesome you are doing what you really love! Kudos to you!

Your blog is great by the way!

E.P.

Thanks so much! And thanks for stopping by! I appreciate your comment!

Just Fine Just Dandy

Congrats! That's very exciting. Will this move bring you closer to your man?

E.P.

Thanks, lady, and yes, this move will actually bring me to my man's house. I seriously cannot wait.

ria

i'm so excited for you! what an amazing month it will be for you! i'm just going to focus on getting through the holidays :)

E.P.

Thanks so much! I appreciate it! What kind of holiday plans do you have?

curiousillusion

I hear ya... can't believe it's December! And omg congrats on the big move. That's sooo exciting!! Best of luck to you, I can't wait to hear how it works out for you.

E.P.

It truly blows my mind that it is December. It feels like January was a few weeks ago!

And thanks so much! It will definitely be exciting and a little scary, but I know it is for the best. And I will definitely keep y'all updated on the situation!

Jamie

You, my dear, will be fantastic. Such a great adventure. Can't wait to hear about it.

E.P.

Thanks so much, lovely! It really will be a great adventure! And I will definitely keep y'all updated on it!

libbydempsey

Woo hoo!!! That is AWESOME!!! Good luck with the new biz! I will be picking up our new puppy in a couple of weeks which is probably going to be the highlight of December...not bad ;-)

E.P.

Thanks so much! And your December sounds like it's going to be amazing! What kind of pup?

anne

Woohoo!!! Congrats to you for making the leap! I am sure you are flying high and I know that you will be a success where ever you go! Way to go!

E.P.

Thanks so much, lady! The official leap happens this week, and I am super excited and super scared but know this is for the best!

Erin

This is so exciting! I'm glad you are taking this leap, and I'm glad that you will be in such a great town with people you love. :)

E.P.

Thanks so much, lady! Y'alls enthusiasm and encouragement is giving me strength when I have moments of doubt about taking the leap. It's going to be an adventure, that's for sure!

Girl w/the Red Hair

That's GREAT! Congratulations, girl. I hope to take a similar dive in a few years and dive into freelance writing and public relations consulting completely!!

Good luck with everything, it definitely sounds like the right move for you :-)

E.P.

Thanks, lady! I'll definitely let you know how it goes because I have no doubt it can be done.

Chelsea Talks Smack

So happy for you, loved reading this post it was optimistic and lovely, CONGRATS!

E.P.

Aww, thank you so much!

katelin

yay that is awesome! seriously congrats that will be awesome and can't wait to hear about your new adventures.

E.P.

Thanks so much! I'll definitely be writing about these new adventures, as I have absolutely NO idea how things will fall into place when I get to Tennessee! Should be fun!

melissageek

Me? I am auditioning for an apprenticeship at a theatre company. Little pay...but it's in my field. Here's to throwing away your parachute.

E.P.

That's awesome! Good luck! I hope you get the apprenticeship!

Andrea

I'm so happy and proud of you. You're doing big things and I can't wait to hear all about them.

E.P.

Thanks so much, lady! I will be sure to keep y'all updated on these things whenever they start happening!

Kimwithak

I'm glad you're taking that leap. It'll be such a great experience, I know it.

Right now, I'm waiting...waiting on agents, waiting for school to start, waiting, waiting waiting.

E.P.

Thanks so much! I truly hope it will be a great experience!

Good luck on the waiting! I hope it all works out!

MinD

I'm so excited and thrilled for you. I wish I had the same faith and hope that you do.

I feel so lacking that I'm doing almost nothing this December. I'm not even heading home for the holidays. =/ Two weeks 'til the big move. Good luck hun!

E.P.

Thanks so much! It's taken me a while to build up this faith, and I'm going on it because it's time. Past time.

I'm sure some plans will pop up for you!

K.T.

It's always great to get some perspective and see where life's taken you to...and where it will take you to in the future. I wish you the best of luck in Nashville and with your freelance photography. You're an amazing photographer and I'm sure you will be fabulous! xoxo

E.P.

It really is! Thanks so much! I really appreciate it, and your encouragement means the world!

mandy

This is sooo exciting! It takes guts, courage, and a whole lot of other stuff to finally take that leap! Good for you for knowing that this is what you needed to do. Nashville is such a fun city. My best friends sister lives there. Should I tag a long for a visit, there will need to be a meet up! Sending hugs!!

E.P.

Thanks so much! It really is exciting, even if it is uber scary, too!

I think you should DEFINITELY tag along for a visit so we can meet up!

Nora_L

I'm SO very happy for you and Lucy Belle (and the boy too, since he gets to see you FULL TIME now!)

Can't wait for weekend visits to Nashville and for all the good you have coming your way. Love you! Proud of you!

E.P.

Thanks so much, love! I know all of us are excited (even Lucy, because she loves the place in Nashville!)

I cannot wait for weekend visits, either, and I know there is a STL weekend visit for me in the near future, too! Thanks, again! It feels so wonderful to have you and all my other friends behind me, cheering me on!

erin

yay! the news is out!
i am so darn happy for you! two weeks! thats all :) it will go by so quickly and then suddenly you will be exactly where you belong.
i really believe this is the right move for you.
i'm hoping december brings me new and exciting things like this. i do have some updates for you, but i'm still in the waiting phase to find out where the month will take me!

E.P.

Thanks, lovely! It's so hard to believe. I move in SIX DAYS. I cannot wrap my head around it. And I need to start packing pronto!

I cannot wait to hear about your updates! I hope maybe one of them will bring you to Nashville, too!

kylaroma

ERIN!! That's amazing, and Nashville?? How amazing is that? I'm so happy for you, for your confidence & for knowing that this is the time for you.

I want to hug you! You need to stop in Manitoba on the way, ok? It's just a slight detour, I swear ;)

E.P.

Thanks so much, Kyla! I am SUPER exited about Nashville and about these new beginnings, even if a lot of things are up in the air. (You know, like the job thing...)

Haha. I'll definitely swing by Manitoba on the way so I can get that hug!

doniree

THIS MAKES ME SO HAPPY! Seriously, I am so so proud of you. Me? Diving into life as a freelance writer and consultant :) So... we have that going for us.

E.P.

It make me happy, too! And thanks, love! I'm so excited for you and your freelance writing and consulting. You're going to be a rockstar!

We've got a lot going for us!

cbellabell

I started reading your blog because the layout was so cool and found it to be refreshingly uplifting. Well done.

E.P.

Thank you so much! I appreciate that!

cbellabell

I'm so glad i stumbled across your blog. It's refreshingly uplifting.

Erin

So exciting!! My month will be nowhere near as adventurous!

E.P.

Thanks so much, lady! And it's OK. I can hardly believe my month will be this adventurous!

Laura C

I am so incredibly happy for you! This move will bring about such great things... I hope your thanksgiving was wonderful. I'm sorry to have been such a stranger, i love reading about your life, even if i'm awful at the whole blogging thing.
(wow, now i know it's been too long since i've commented... i didn't even realize i could comment through twitter. you are so high tech missy!!)

E.P.

Thanks so much, lady! It makes me so happy that everyone is rallying around me for the move because I know it will be a change for the better.

It's OK! I'm glad you stopped by now! And I hope you had a lovely Thanksgiving and are gearing up for Christmas!

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