Sometimes I think about how blogging feels kind of old-school, but honestly? It’s starting to make sense again. Blog posts last way longer than fleeting TikToks or IG stories. And that’s what I love about it, it’s like leaving little time capsules on the internet that people (and me, especially) can come across anytime. Here, I get to be more authentic.
Anyway, I did a shoot recently with my best friends and funny enough, the dress I wore that day was the same one I wore back in 2014. I only realized it after seeing the photos which of course made me backread my old posts. I HAD TO.
And that’s when it hit me... do you ever feel like things happen exactly the way they’re meant to? When I reread that 2014 blog, it felt like I had unknowingly written my future. The post was titled “Still Waiting” (you can read it here first before continuing). What blew my mind was how it started with me sharing about a song I had composed. Then with these words: “I’d love to share with you the lyrics of the song I just made but I feel like it’s not publish-worthy and needs a little editing. Don’t worry, in time I will with a musical score.”
Like... GIRL, IF ONLY YOU KNEW!
Music has always been a love of mine, even if I couldn’t sing or play an instrument. For a long time, I thought that meant I’d never have a place in the industry until one comedy movie changed my perspective: School of Rock. There’s a scene where Miranda Cosgrove’s character didn’t want to be a “groupie,” and Jack Black told her she had the most important role of all: being the manager. That scene gave me a sense of relief. I didn’t need to sing or play an instrument to belong. I could still love music deeply while supporting the people who create it.
Then in 2016 I met my soulmate Migz, a singer and producer, which pulled me even deeper into music. But before I could fully pursue it, I had to chase my childhood dream of becoming a flight attendant as well as try my hand at other businesses (a salon, a milk tea shop) before slowly building what is now WYL Music. Back then, the thought of co-founding an independent music label and helping artists with their music never even crossed my mind. Yet here I am, a decade later, doing exactly that. This part deserves its own post, so I’ll save the details for next time ;)
Now, in my 30s, I’m still waiting. But this time, I know what I’m waiting for. I’m no longer the confused teenager I once was. If my 19-year-old self were reading this, I’d tell her I’m proud of her for trusting her gut, for believing in God’s purpose, and for embracing her journey. Yes, you’re a jack-of-all-trades, and yes, you have adult ADHD but instead of letting that stop you, you used it to push forward and that took a lot of courage.
Like... GIRL, IF ONLY YOU KNEW!
Music has always been a love of mine, even if I couldn’t sing or play an instrument. For a long time, I thought that meant I’d never have a place in the industry until one comedy movie changed my perspective: School of Rock. There’s a scene where Miranda Cosgrove’s character didn’t want to be a “groupie,” and Jack Black told her she had the most important role of all: being the manager. That scene gave me a sense of relief. I didn’t need to sing or play an instrument to belong. I could still love music deeply while supporting the people who create it.
Then in 2016 I met my soulmate Migz, a singer and producer, which pulled me even deeper into music. But before I could fully pursue it, I had to chase my childhood dream of becoming a flight attendant as well as try my hand at other businesses (a salon, a milk tea shop) before slowly building what is now WYL Music. Back then, the thought of co-founding an independent music label and helping artists with their music never even crossed my mind. Yet here I am, a decade later, doing exactly that. This part deserves its own post, so I’ll save the details for next time ;)
Now, in my 30s, I’m still waiting. But this time, I know what I’m waiting for. I’m no longer the confused teenager I once was. If my 19-year-old self were reading this, I’d tell her I’m proud of her for trusting her gut, for believing in God’s purpose, and for embracing her journey. Yes, you’re a jack-of-all-trades, and yes, you have adult ADHD but instead of letting that stop you, you used it to push forward and that took a lot of courage.
It feels so good to say this again... Stay Sassy! ✨
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