Capricorns, all rise! January 10th marks my birthday, guys! Since I’ve been self employed I made the decision to never work on my birthday. Doesn’t that sound great? There’s a few perks when you work for yourself :)!
I’ve had such an incredible life thus far and I’ve been blessed with so many good things. So, to celebrate I’ve put together 11 memorable moments throughout my life.
1. Getting Peaches (5 years old)- Peaches was my first kitty and I know it sounds silly, but she’s been such a huge inspiration in my life. To find out how she inspired my blog name check out my About Me post. Peaches became a life long loyal companion (20 years), the best cuddle buddy, and filled my life with unconditional love. RIP my baby girl! <3
2. Embracing my curly hair (18 years old)- This is when I realized I am who I am and I no longer cared about what other people said about my “nappy” hair. I was beginning to understand that women come in all colours and they’re beautiful in their ways. *Cue India Arie’s – I Am Not My Hair.* I had this song on repeat during this time of my life. Take a listen and bust out of what’s perceived as “normal” and be you, girl!
3. My first breakup (16 years old)- One of those on/off again relationships of 4 years that left me heartbroken time and time again. Until I realized, “Eff you! I deserve better!”. DEUCES. Know your worth, always.
4. Buying my first Tiffany bracelet (21 years old)- I had just graduated and started my career as an esthetician. I splurged on a Tiffany bracelet to represent independence. I felt empowered and damnit I wanted to treat myself! I also wanted my first expensive piece of jewellery to be from myself and not a man. #independentwoman #treatyoself
5. Getting a credit card (18 years old)- I’m legally an adult and I got my self a credit card. Shopping here we come! A credit card is like free money, right? Wrong. I made a stupid decision and was caught in the middle of a fraudulent transaction 10 minutes after I activated my card. I’ll post this story soon!
6. Moved to a new city (19 years old)- I moved to a new city where I knew no one. I learned how to live on my own and rely on myself to make it to the next day. I had a new appreciation for my friends, family, and had a whole new perspective on life. This truly was an amazing learning experience, and I encourage it. You’d be surprised how much you discover about yourself.
7. My first encounter with drugs (16 years old)- A friend had asked me to smoke weed with her and out of curiosity I said alright. I found myself absolutely hating the feeling of being high. Needless to say, that was the first and last time I ever smoked some shit. Haven’t touched any type of drugs since.
8. Buying a house (24 years old)- This is the biggest purchase I’ve ever made and it’s a huge responsibility. Half the time I don’t know what any of the papers mean so I just sign and nod LOL.
9. Meeting my boyfriend (21 years old)- This relationship has changed my life in so many ways. If it wasn’t for Tim this blog wouldn’t even exist. I’ll just let you read My Love Story post about how we met so I don’t have to constantly get all lovey dovey.
10. First time being drunk (15 years old)- I had half a bottle of Smirnoff Ice at my friends New Years Eve Party. The hangover damaged me for almost a week straight. This is when I realized not being in control of my own body sucks. Even to this day I hate being drunk. I’ll have a few drinks and feel happy, but I do not want to be hungover eveeer.
11. Starting my career as an esthetician (22 years old)- I was fortunate enough to find my passion at a young age and start a business doing something I loved! I spend the majority of everyday choosing nail colours, playing with jewels and coming up with designs. It’s so much fun and I can do it for hours and hours because when you love what you do it’s not work. #socliche #butsotrue
I’m going to stop at 11 because it’s my favourite number. Truth is, every single day is a learning experience and I could go on and on, but I simply don’t have the time (or the memory) to type out 9,855 posts. Cause 27 years X 365 days is 9,855 days. Get it? I did not excel at math so I’m impressed I could even put that equation together.
My 27th birthday gift to myself is this blog. I’m hoping that one of these posts connects with someone somewhere. If even one person finds joy in reading what I have to say then I’m happy. As long as ya’ll keep reading, imma keep writin’.
Cheers to those celebrating January birthdays! Hollaaaa!
Xoxo,
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Happy birthday! I wish you all the best. I absolutely loved this post because it allows everyone to see who you are. You are such an independent woman. And as a young girl still establishing herself, this was inspiring.
Much love xoxo
Chia, your such an Inspiration to me. I love how your so Independent, and your relationship with Tim is beautiful. You inspire me to keep on being Independent and love myself. Thank you so much for sharing your stories….
We have the same birthday! I just turned 22. Happy belated birthday Chia! Love reading this & watching you on Tim’s channels. I’ve been a fan of his since 2007 (ish) and you’re always my favorite part of his videos! Love that you chose to share your stories with us. You’re so cool, I DEF look up to you.
XOXO, @Cherryella03
Awe, thank you so much!! <3
You are an inspiration to me Chia, from your goals to your personality. Love everything about you!
Awe, thanks so much. That made my day.
Great post! Have a wonderful birthday. Soak up that hot sun it’s frickin cold here
Thanks Brenda, you are the best! I’m doing my best, trust me. =)
Happy birthday chia!! Mine was yesterday! Lol enjoy your time in mexico with tim??โค
I love #4 ๐ and I’d really be interested in hearing about how you started up your own business in a future post!
Def have that coming soon!
Happy birthday Chia! Congratulations on the blog and all you life achievements positive and negative,theyve made you who you are.
Happy birthday! I love your blogs .. you’re so beautiful! Have a great day
Thank you, thank you! <3
Happy Birthday you Independent Woman! I’m also a Capricorn ๐
Yes!! Thank you!
Happy birthday Miss INDEPENDENT, yeah she got her own(literally, you have your own everything ). You go ahead and own that ” nappy” curly hair of your and let be free and wildlife enjoy you beautiful trip and taken in how far you come and accomplished and your beastie peaches would want you to get drunk, Tim has your back, let loose.. happy birthday
Awe, what a sweet message. Thank you so much, cheers!
Happy birthday Chia! I’m an esthetician as well and after seeing your success with your own business, I inspire to do the same for myself! I received a wax warmer for Christmas so that’s one small step towards that lol
Good for you girl! Baby steps are good. =)
Happy birthday Chia! Hope it was a great day for you cause you deserve it! You and my boyfriend have the same birthday coincidentally haha! Anyways, happy birthday again! ๐
Happy Birthday, Chia! I’m glad we have one thing in common, we’re both Capricorns! Hope you had a good one and may this year bring you good fortune and a happy life.
Thank you for writing this blog! I live in Almere, town near Amsterdam, but since the first of January this year I moved to Yogyakarta for three months for my study… It’s a new exprience… Living on my own, getting around the city by myself and evening cleaning my own apartment is challenging (what music should I put on while cleaning? Should I already re-arrange the furniture or not? LOL). Thank you for showing your readers that discovering who you are really depends on just DOING it and EXPERIENCING it. I really can relate to your story since I feel like everyday I am growing, learning and getting to know life, new people, and myself and what I stand for. Have a great time in Mexico, cheers to your bday! Bente (excuse the long comment)
Absolutely agree! Living on your own is the best experience!
Chia! Capricorns Rock! I too am a Capricorn and I know we’re the coolest. Haha!
Can I just say that appreciate your maturity and your wisdom about everything. Your video with Tim about your relationship was so on the money. I was in a LDR before people even called it something like that and the points you brought up about handling the distance and being independent was so relatable.
I’m a lot older than you guys, but I still enjoy hearing you share your ideas and pov about everything. It’s a really refreshing change to what’s on the net!
Have a great birthday and tell Tim to come talk to my students in LA about his YT career lol! Jk!
I’m glad you could relate! I def try to be realistic with everything in my life. As far as those kids go…you’ll have to message him lol!
Miss Independent! You’ve been a great inspiration to me over the past few years. I hope you have a very good birthday and i hope you have LOADS more amazing birthdays in future xx
Awe, you ’bout to make me cry girl!
Capricorns unite!!! You are so awesome.
Happy Birthday Chia. I Have Watched You in All Tims Blogs and Instantly thought Shes Awesome lol. Hoping to find my passion in life and in love as you have. Have a wonderful birthday.!!!
your personality is on point Chia <3
Awesome post!!!! So inspiring! Love the beautiful and independent spirit you possess!!! Love u to the moon and back!!! Cheers to you!!!! Happyyyyy birthday once again, proud to call you family xoxoxoxo
I love you so much my beautiful Meli. xoxo! <3
happy birthday chia! All Capricorns rise! (My bday was January 4th). Loved this post!
Heyyyy, January 4th is my birthday too! Happy belated birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHIA????
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHIA ! ! !
This is so far my favorite post of yours. You definitely know your self worth Chia! Happy birthday!
Thank you!
Happy birthday my beautiful Capricorn sister ๐
Happy Birthday!
Chia! Happy Belated Birthday! Btw what camera do you use?
I used to use my iPhone a lot, but I got a Canon t5i (I hope that’s right lol) and a Sigma lens!
Capricorns in the house!! Lol I’m so happy you started a blog. Can’t wait to read more. It’s like a book I can’t put down =) Btw, hope you had the happiest of birthdays, Chia. I love you & Tim. Keep up the great work, girl!!
Haha, thanks girl!
Happy belated birthday Chia! Your post was amazing! I just turned 27 in December and reading your list and learning all about your life, its inspiring me to do bigger and better things with my life. I want to be and feel as good as you are projecting to your readers about whats going on in your life right now! I love it! Thank you for your bright beautiful personality and wonderful posts!
Chia, your such an Inspiration to me. I love how your so Independent, and your relationship with Tim is beautiful. You inspire me to keep on being Independent and love myself. Thank you so much for sharing your storiesโฆ.
That’s beautiful to hear. <3
Happy birthday Chia!! I watched the vlog with you and Tim in Hawaii and everything looked so beautiful.
OMG, that was so long ago. Hawaii is just beautiful forsure!
Chia! Just found your blog and am so happy! Love the wisdom you’re sharing here. Happy belated birthday girlie!
Thank you, thank you! =)
Happy Birthday Again Chia! I think its so funny that As I read your blog I can hear your voice. Okay… Maybe thats a bit wierd. But its true. Haha. I wish you had an app for your blog where I can be notified whenever you post something. Rather than having to type it up in Safari. Wahhh. Love you girl!
Hahaha, not weird at all. You can subscribe on my homepage and you’ll be notified for new posts!
Chia! I’m so glad I watched Tim’s blog and picked up your blog address from there. You are truly amazing! Happy belated birthday. I look forward to following your blog :D.
Yay, thank you!
January 10th was mines and my twin sisters birthday too. YaY Capricorns!! I hope you had a great one. Sorry for being late on checking out your blog. I love it so far. <3 <3
Yay!! Thank you!
I love you so much! You’re so positive and inspiring and I love reading your posts ๐
Thank you so much!
“Because I wanted the first expensive piece of jewlery to be from myself and not a man” or something along those lines – that’s truly inspirational. I love how you’re encouraging women to stand up for themselves and not take anyone’s shit. We need more of you in this world! You’re showing me that a woman can work and succeed and be fierce yet lovely, have a boyfriend and love him with all her heart yet being independant and hardworking.
Chia, honey. You are my friend (in my head). My birthday (along with my other 2 (not triplets) sisters) is Jan. 12th. I just turned 26! * Capricorns stand up! * Keep writing boo, I’m reading.. Even when I don’t comment.
Like on the last post about Mixed Chicks, I’ve seen them in Target, but have yet to try them out, but just know I read your post. Lol
Thanks mama! I appreciate you stopping in and reading my posts. You should absolutely check out Mixed Chicks. It’s worked wonders for my hair. <3
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Wow!! Your birthday is the 10th? Mine is the 16th! No wonder I felt such a connection to you in your video with Tim in the ‘When Are We Getting Married?’ video. Capricorns unite! I enjoyed reading this post. ๐
Hahaha, Caps stand up! Thanks for reading Jessica!