Hi, I’m Kyla— a fun-loving, native Oregonian with a passion for exploring! I love a good belly laugh, quality coffee, a nice glass of Oregon pinot noir, flowers (hydrangeas + peonies are my favorite), and my sweet Boston Terrier, Phoebe. I enjoy Oregon Duck Football games, spending time with friends & family, gardening, hiking, and chasing those PNW waterfalls. I live to travel and uncover hidden gems. I guess you could say I am Wanderlust Driven—always seeking unique experiences, different cultures, unforgettable bites, and the next new exciting adventure! If I am not busy planning a trip, or at least daydreaming about it, I like to spend the remainder of my time exploring right here in the beautiful PNW!
I started my blog back in 2017 as a hobby, mostly because I enjoy writing. At the end of 2018 when I moved to San Diego, I thought I would continue my blog as a way to share my new adventures with friends and family. Then 2020 came. Pandemic aside, my life took an unexpected turn. Grief hit me hard and my writing came to an abrupt halt.
I thought I needed to be healed before I could get back to the things that I once enjoyed or the person I was before.
However, I soon realized that real healing comes from how we endure our wounds. Writing has helped me process the past, live peacefully in the present, and accept the unknown future—giving me the comfort to keep moving forward like a resilient warrior. While most of these pieces live in my private journal, my creative energy has inspired me to start writing for my blog again.
For those also in the process of healing and rebuilding themselves, desiring for transformative growth, and/or just simply in search of more self-love, follow along on my blog at:
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