Our new buddy Evan

Mollie is babysitting tonight. It's been so long since I've been around a baby. I love it!!

Ren & the Art District

Not only is my co-worker Ren, AMAZING, but is the Art District that I work at. There are tons of murals like this one. They are all different and give life to the old warehouses in our area.

Taking a walk...stretching my legs at work

The new water and weather is ruining my face

Since I arrived in LA my face has been horrible, I feel like I'm in middle school all over again!

Palm Springs

LA is so convenient for weekends. There is always something to do and cool places like Palm Springs are only a short drive away.

My job

I'm in love with my new job :) this is what I've wanted to do for so long.

Finished

I finally got to finish this book for work. Just in time, considering I start tomorrow but it's best to have this information is fresh in my head. I definitely know that I'll have to return to this book in the next couple of months, if not years! It's like a photographers bible. I recommend that my photography friends read this book. We learned a lot at RIT but we definitely did not learn about the laws and customs of the photography world.

I think this is going to be my outfit for my first day at work

This is my life

My friends are trying to buy a house

It's a stressful process here in LA. Bidding wars right and left!

Backyard of a very expensive house

It's weird to me to see how much houses are in LA for a little backyard.

Waking up

this is what I see every morning...

Venice Beach

Checked out Venice Beach today. It was so nice. The people were interesting but I really like the atmosphere.

Work

Today I went to see what building I am going to work in. It's an awesome area.

Luke's birthday soirée

Once again I was not able to make it to Luke's birthday. I miss him so much and hope that we can see each other this summer! But at least he looks spiffy!

So I am leasing a car

I crunched numbers and the only way that I was going to afford anything nice was by leasing. I know many people are opposed to this idea but I can't afford to pay money ( more than I am paying for a lease ) for a used car that I am going to hate buy the time I pay it off and that I am going to have to repair. With a lease I have a warranty, the car is brand new and it gets 39/highway. I can't ask for more! I am very happy with my decision.

I miss this girl

Ali is across the country :(. It's weird leaving your best friend after living together for 3 years.

One free week at 24 hour fitness

What to do?

What to do about a vehicle? I don't know what to invest in. I don't know what is worth my money!

Lucas

He may be across the country but he is still adorable.

Homemade banana bread :)

Making food at home saves me some mula that I would splurge at places like Starbucks.

Some coffee and ASMP Professional Business Practices in Photography, in the morning

The beach :)

The beach is free and beautiful! My yoga happy place and reality have met.

Coffee

I bought a coffee maker! I'm going to need plenty of coffee when I start my new job.

Grocery Shopping

Saving on my groceries is a must! Especially on a Ramon Noodle budget!

The view from my room

I am thankful to have an amazing friend like Mollie. She took me in like a lost puppy :). She's very welcoming and has been helping me out with everything. I am blessed.

My bags

My luggage was not lost in transition! I got extremely lucky.

Flying in

Flew into a beautiful sunset in LA. The perfect ending to a rough day! Saying good bye to my friends and family was extremely difficult.