I love having this blog to write down my thoughts and feelings. And things that I've been learning. It's 1:10 am right now and I can't really sleep because my mind has been wondering. I got to thinking about expectations... And how it just leads to disappointment. Expectations of how you think your life is going to go. But things never go as planned! I have struggled with having expectations and it has only led to frustration and being let down. I saw this quote on Pinterest (where all my inspiration comes from... Haha) That William Shakespeare said.
"Expectation is the root of all heartache."
This statement is so true. I tend to be a dreamer, so I dream up how I think my life is going to go and how I want it to go. In reality, it never goes that way. And I just end up feeling bummed!! Social media does NOT help this either! Comparing to others is robbing us from being HAPPY. I see cute newlyweds and people traveling all these cool places. I think to myself "wow, I want that someday. That looks like the perfect life." However, I have no idea what their life is like or what they are going through. I hear that all the time but it's still hard not to compare. One thing I've learned too is to never compare your relationship to other people's relationships. I've done this before and all it does is make you doubt and not appreciate what you have. Soooooo I'm really trying to let go of ALL expectations and appreciating all the wonderful things in my life. I have so much to be grateful for.
growing & learning
Saturday, May 7, 2016
Life is so crazy. This time of my life is so fun and exciting because I feel like there are so many opportunities and different paths to take. It can be overwhelming and sometimes scary, but I have learned so much after I graduated high school. It is hard to get out of your comfort zone and try new things... But I have realized how great it is to do so. Even though it can be uncomfortable at times. One thing that I've really learned is change is HARD. I try to change bad habits I have and it can be so hard. We get so used to doing things a certain way and get in kind of a rut... But I've been trying to change some bad habits I have. It can be quite a slow process at times. It is good though :) change is good!
One thing that can be uncomfortable for me is starting a new job... I am a more reserved person so being in an unfamiliar environment with new people I've never associated with before can be difficult for me at first. I feel so out of place. HOWEVER, I have never regretted a job I've had. I may not have liked it that much first, but giving it time, I've always ended up enjoying each job. I've met some amazing people and it has made me a better person.
Recently, I just started a job at Crate and Barrel! I've never worked in retail before and usually I work with kids. The first couple days I felt like I didn't know anything and was a little uncomfortable. After about a week, I really have enjoyed it! It's been fun to meet new people, gain better people skills, help customers, and see all the beautiful products Crate & Barrel has! I bought my mom some cute things for Mother's Day. It's been fun!!!
Enjoying the journey.
Xo
Tates
One thing that can be uncomfortable for me is starting a new job... I am a more reserved person so being in an unfamiliar environment with new people I've never associated with before can be difficult for me at first. I feel so out of place. HOWEVER, I have never regretted a job I've had. I may not have liked it that much first, but giving it time, I've always ended up enjoying each job. I've met some amazing people and it has made me a better person.
Recently, I just started a job at Crate and Barrel! I've never worked in retail before and usually I work with kids. The first couple days I felt like I didn't know anything and was a little uncomfortable. After about a week, I really have enjoyed it! It's been fun to meet new people, gain better people skills, help customers, and see all the beautiful products Crate & Barrel has! I bought my mom some cute things for Mother's Day. It's been fun!!!
Enjoying the journey.
Xo
Tates
Motherhood
Monday, May 2, 2016
Lately I have been thinking a lot about motherhood and how beautiful it is. Maybe because mother's day is coming up :) The older I get the more and more thankful I am to have such an amazing mother. I'm so thankful for all the other amazing moms out there too! I love the stage I'm in and I'm definitely am not ready for kids yet... but wow, I love to daydream about being a mom someday. Don't get me wrong, I know it's going to be a ton of work and so exhausting, but I'm so excited to have little babies. One thing I love to do is go on pinterest and look at cute pictures of adorable babies and kids. The thought of being the one responsible of my own kids one day is a little scary, but amazing. I hope I'm half the mom that mine was to me. I want to be the best mother I can be. I want to instill in my children to think of others and be selfless. I want to teach them about this world we live in. I want them to know that they are important and so so loved. I want them to know that they have so much potential and to always chase after their dreams. I want to teach them to cook, be creative, clean, serve, pray, explore, and to have fun. I always think how child birth is such a miracle. It is so beautiful. I hope someday I can experience it! And enjoy the ups and downs of motherhood.
Sometimes I feel so overwhelmed by all the things I need to work on and be better. As I was thinking about this walking into work one day the scripture Ether 12:27 popped into my mind.
And if men come unto me I will show unto them their weakness. I give unto men weakness that they may be humble; and my grace is sufficient for all men that humble themselves before me; for if they humble themselves before me, and have faith in me, then I will make weak things become strong unto them.
I LOVE that!! It gives me hope that I can accomplish all things if I truly rely on the Lord.
xo
Tates
Sometimes I feel so overwhelmed by all the things I need to work on and be better. As I was thinking about this walking into work one day the scripture Ether 12:27 popped into my mind.
And if men come unto me I will show unto them their weakness. I give unto men weakness that they may be humble; and my grace is sufficient for all men that humble themselves before me; for if they humble themselves before me, and have faith in me, then I will make weak things become strong unto them.
I LOVE that!! It gives me hope that I can accomplish all things if I truly rely on the Lord.
xo
Tates
Spring in AZ
Sunday, April 24, 2016
Springtime in Arizona has got to be one of my favorite things. Driving down the road, rolling down all the windows and smelling the orange blossoms is the BEST. The weather is to die for (especially in the evenings). Anyone who really knows me, knows that I love to go on drives at night. It is therapeutic for me to go on a drive with the windows down and some really good music blasted! I really believe it is good for the soul. I bought a hammock last spring and it has been so nice to go out there and relax. Easter is my favorite holiday. I love all the pretty flowers that are in bloom that symbolize new life, like the resurrection. There are so many things to be grateful for in this world if we just slow down once in awhile and recognize them. I always need to remember to be thankful for all that I have been given.
It is a beautiful life.
About Me
HELLO! I'm Tatum Willis. I have lived in Mesa, Arizona my whole life and currently go to Arizona State University. Being an AZ native, I LOVE the sun & the heat. I'm a total dreamer and love to create. I wanted to start this blog to share my thoughts and interests in hopes to keep a good journal of my life. I find joy in the simple things of life.
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