Y’all! I’m actually talking to you from California! So, I have so much I want to update you guys on! First of all, I want to thank you for always sending me love. The emails and messages I receive are always so inspiring to me. I have every intention of replying to you! I do. But it’s been so hard to keep up lately. We’ve kinda had a lot going on.😁 If you don’t already know…our family moved from Texas to California! Some of you may already know, some of you maybe like whaaaa?? It’s okay. I never really announced it, so you didn’t miss anything major! A couple of months ago we just kind of made the decision to make the move. It happened kind of fast, I’ll admit. And believe me y’all…that is SO UNLIKE us! I’m normally such a planner and a thinker and definitely not spontaneous! I’m normally pretty scared of change, but…something inside us told us that it was the right thing to do. Honestly, as much as Zach and the boys spend time in LA, it just made sense to be there full time. We noticed that trips back home were getting way less and well, we just couldn’t deal. LOL. When we thought about it, it kind of became a no-brainer. We always said that we wouldn’t split up our family – that we would do everything we could to stay together. So, here we are. We conquered my fear of change, got over it, and now are loving it. LOVING. IT. I mean, if you have to move…California really isn’t a bad place to be. Hello, SUNSHINE AND GORGEOUS WEATHER!☀️
It was hard at first. The thought of it was hard. We downsized quite a bit, but we are actually enjoying it! It was actually quite therapeutic to declutter our household and now have a cozy home filled with only the things we love. The hardest part was getting rid of things that we had h ung on to. We accumulated so many things that honestly, we really didn’t need. I also was a keeper of EVERYTHING. I mean…it’s normal to keep the kids’ old spelling tests from first grade, right?! LOL. Yep, I did. I even kept old science fair projects. And every uniform they ever wore for any sport they ever played. Including their shoes. JUST KIDDING! I didn’t keep their old shoes! HAHA I’m not that crazy. 🙄 But really, we spent some time in the last few months really thinking about what is important to our family. In the end, we knew that it’s all about being together as a family. Home is wherever we’re all together – where the heart is. Plus change can be good. Sometimes a change of lifestyle is just what is needed. It’s pretty hard not to be active here. We get outside and do things just about everyday here. Some of my favorite things to do? Um…paddle boarding, riding bikes to the beach, swimming, playing tennis, there’s just so much!
Y’all, I’m about to get deep here. Sorry. But, I feel like there is inspiration all around me. I feel more productive just being here. I am currently sitting here with my cup of coffee, lounging on my patio talking to you! (well, it feels like I’m talking to you :)) I look out at all the gorgeous scenery around me and immediately think about more things to write about. I have visions for this blog. I not only want it to be a place for my thoughts, but I’d love for it to grow into much more. I’m thinking product reviews, my fave products, style, book club/book reviews, advice, etc… Maybe even a featured section where I can highlight some of YOUR writings!?? Cute short stories, or poems? Some of you are amazingly, talented writers! What do you think? What do you want to see?? Can y’all comment or email me some ideas? I’d love to hear them. 🙂
Well, I’m so glad to finally formally announce that we have officially settled in here at our new home in California. Change can be hard, but it’s usually rewarding. I’ll leave you with two quotes to think about if there is something in your life that needs change but you’re too scared to go for it.
❤️ MH
Hey so as I was reading I was wondering if Zach started to live with you and your husband and kids?
Your blog is so inspiring. When I read your blog it feels as if your right here next to me giving me advice. I sit here and read how much you guys love California and I can’t wait to go to college there, and live out there. I hope one day I can meet you and ask you for advice in person but until that day keep writing. I’ll always read it.
While you’re sitting there on your patio talking to us, I am also laying in my bed warm and cozy reading your amazing blog. You are so inspiring Myta, thank you for making this blog and sharing your thoughts with us. It makes me really happy!
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Thank you so much for reading it! It means a lot to me 🙂
Wow, you are truly inspiring!!! You make me want to move to Cali even more then I already did haha (I’m from New Zealand but what I want to do as a career I’d be better off in Cali). I’m so happy for you and your family and from what I’ve seen over social media you all seem to be having a blast in Cali!!! I love how supportive you are of Zach and your family, we need more people like you and the other WDW family members in the world. Change is good and if it isn’t then you learn from it :).
I love you Mama Herron <3
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Aww thanks! And you’re so right. Change is good…and California is amazing!!!
Oh my, I love how much you care about everyone and especially your family. Its beautiful seeing how much your family means to you.
“A mother’s love for her child is like nothing else in the world. It knows no aw, no pity, it dares all things and crushes down remorselessly all that stands in its path.”
– Agatha Christie
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Awww thank you! And I love that quote!!!
Ahhh love your blog! Is so inspiring and interesting. I’m so glad you can see Zach more often, and well, not all changes are bad, this is a good change! Lots of love from Spain!
This is amazing! I love your way of writing and how you love to be in touch with us. YOU are an inspiration! Keep killin it mama🌷
Love from Nicaragua!! -Delia:)
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Thank you!
Hey Mama Herron! I’m glad that you guys moved to Cali that way you can see Zach more often. I hope Ryan and Reese like Cali, I’ve actually never been to Cali but I plan on visiting one day.❤️❤️❤️
I’m so happy your loving California. I’m a tad bit sad because y’all lived so close to where I live in Texas so it was like I could say Zach’s family at least lived close to mine but hey it’s not about me so I’m super happy y’all are loving Cali!!!! (Ugh such a fangirl🙄😂) I want to move out to California one day cause it’s so nice out there. I hope I will one day🤞🏼🤞🏼.
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Haha! I know!!! But we will always have a connection to Texas. 🙂
Im glad you concurred your fear of change 😊 Lots of love from NC❤
love love love this !!
you should come to san diego i really want to meet you…..
you should come to san diego i really want to meet you
you should come to san diego
So happy you’re loving California! Change can be hard but it can lead to amazing things. I love your blog so much because it’s so inspiring and amazing! I literally smile every time I read one of your posts:) You have such a beautiful, talented and amazing family and I love you all!! I’m so proud of Zach and the boys for how far they’ve come! They work so hard to make everyone happy and I’m so thankful for them! Can’t wait to read your next post! Love you Mama Herron❤️❤️❤️
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Thank you, Amanda! That’s so nice to hear!!! Thanks for taking the time to read my post and reply to me. 🙂 Means a lot!
So glad that you are happy in Los Angeles. Have such a good time and spend lots of time with your family ❤❤❤
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Thank you! I will 🙂
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You have taken me through our big emotions when we made our big move. It was so difficult and scary to leave our family & friends! But soon the new world we moved to stole our hearts. We live close to a beautiful huge lake, where we enjoy walking, kayaking, swimming, and we are close to the ocean! We love living in the South! The education and employment opportunities greatly improved our lives, and of course, we learned to travel!
Georgia is our home! Home IS where your heart is! ❤️
This has really changed my view on things! I feel really inspired to do some stuff outside my comfort zone! I’m glad you’re having fun in California! I hope one day I can come and visit there. I REALLY want to. Thank you for everything you do, Mama Herron! Love and Prayers❤️❤️❤️ ~ Leah Grace Thrasher☺️
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Aw you’re so sweet!!! Thank YOU for all your support!
Well the first thing that jumped out at me when reading your post was “YALL”. Good for you guys taking the plunge. My son and new grand baby moved out there in December so we are frequent visitors to the California sunshine. I agree that there is something therapeutic being there. It was nice meeting you and your hubby in Austin. Stay humble and keep writing. I love to hear (read) other momma thoughts!! And by the way I have a garage full of Rubbermaid containers full of trophies, papers, uniforms, etc. did you get rid of all that stuff too???? 😬
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Ohhh no way! I didn’t get rid of any of it! Okay well the spelling tests I did get rid of. But not the uniforms, trophies, or art work!!
Thanks for reading! Yeah…the y’all comes out a lot. It’s the Texas in me, haha!
I know the feeling of change all to well. My mom is deciding if whether or not we should move from California to Minnesota. When I found out, I was mad, but thought it out. I did a pro and con list of why it would be good and why it would be bad. Leaving the place you lived in for so long is difficult. I always thought that when I leave my hometown, it would be for college and not for the reason I am. As of right now tho, we have not made a decision.
I have a few poems/ writing that I would love to share with you.
Aw hope you’re having fun in California!
Just recently, my family has been going through some big changes. One minute; there was a house if 8 people, the next; there is only 4 and a baby. There has been big trials in our lives and I honestly have no idea how we deal with it all. Thank you for this post. Your blog always seems to inspire my one way or another. Sometimes I even go back to reread a post because it’s got just what I need, again, thank you Myta. Have a lovely day 🙂
I honestly love hearing from you. Like I when I found out about the big move to Cali I was shook. Yall lived close to me and then far away😂 but then I was like “she wants to be close to zach” and I though that was pretty lit. Love you!💙
Really helped me what u said myta its just my Family and I was thinking to moving in to another city cuz we kinda live in a problematic city but we haven’t decide yet . I’m not afraid cuz I’ve always want it to live in another country but the fact that I’m loosing my friends and the friendships that I did when I began my entire life is getting me crazyy thankss for ur blog !!! I’m thinking to mail u so plz reply to me love u myta
Omg can you just be my mom😂❤️Wouldn’t mind being adopted😉 Missed you though!
So glad your back Mama Herron ❤️
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This is seriously the sweetest post I’ve ever read. Seeing how much your family means to you and how willing you are to support Zach is so inspiring! You’re right change is good, it’s like a breathe of fresh air. Glad to hear your settling in well to Cali. Best wishes to you!
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Thank you so much!!!
Change can be good. Life has beautiful things for you and your family in store. Your children are so incredibly talented and Zach has really helped through a lot. Your writing is amazin and inspiring❤❤