July — Moments

On the seventh month of the year, my journey gave to me…
A reminder that life’s best moments are shared.

July was a beautiful mosaic of relationships, laughter, and a few surprises. It was the month that whispered, “Slow down and cherish the people around you.”

There’s something about July that always puts me in my feelings. Maybe it’s the birthday fever or just the subtle acknowledgement that I’m not as young as I used to be.

July really knows how to pull at my heartstrings — there’s just something about birthdays and milestones that gets me thinking, celebrating, and yeah, maybe shedding a tear or two (the happy kind, of course).

Last year, July ushered me into my big 30s. It was a whirlwind of mixed emotions — “Am I ready for this next chapter?” 30 always felt like a milestone steeped in expectation: maturity, strength, and, of course, the constant undertone of “adulting.”

I was skeptical about it all, but I made a promise to myself to soak it in, to embrace the new decade for all it had to offer. Spoiler alert: I survived.

Fast forward to this July, as I turned 31, the vibes were different but just as meaningful. While 30 felt like a big splash, 31 was more like a cozy wave, gently washing over me with a sense of calm and quiet gratitude.

This year’s birthday wasn’t about the big party or grand gestures. It was a sweet, intimate date with my yard people — those who’ve held me down through every laugh, every cry, and every chaotic in-between.

We shared good food, louder laughs, and stories that reminded me why I’m grateful for another trip around the sun. No fancy balloons or grand speeches — just love in its purest form, and honestly, I wouldn’t have had it any other way.

Here’s to 31 and the quiet magic it brought into my life. And here’s to July, my annual reminder to pause, reflect, and embrace the beauty of each passing year.