Summer Shorts + Here’s Where I’ve Been…

Spring/Summer

May 22, 2017

  1. Kristina says:

    Hang in there girl!! Hate that you’re going through all this but hopefully you’ll find something perfect soon!

    xo, Kristina

  2. I’m so glad you were able to take a small break! Keep your head up and take more time if you need to!! Your blog will always be there when you come back!! 🙂

  3. Lily says:

    Hopefully things start to come around soon. Unfortunately life is never easy and has it’s ups and downs. Hope you have a good week!
    xo, Lily | http://www.beautywithlily.com

  4. Nicole Green says:

    You are so strong to realize the changes you needed to make and go after them! I wish I had been that self-aware in my early 20s. I’m loving these mules and the cute hem on your shorts. xoxo, Nicole

  5. Maggie says:

    First off, I love your outfit! I’m so sorry about your recent struggles. Hang in there! It will pas and be better!

    Maggie
    http://www.polishedclosets.com

  6. Stephanie says:

    i’m really happy you’re back to blogging but it breaks my heart that you’ve been going through so much. i’m so sorry that your move became such a challenge. i really hope the next few months only get easier for you and you find your joy and faith again! sending much love!

    stephanie // shesawstyle.com

  7. Odalys says:

    Listen, moving to New York and hitting the real world is always tough. As a Miami girl NYC is especially hard because Miami is such an easy city to live in. I left Miami for college so I had the experience of roommates thankfully not NYC but in the South where people are nicer so by the time I got to NYC I was at least prepared for that- you left your parents house! That’s a big adjustment! There’s a reason why abuelitas typically didn’t approve of girls moving out on their own- not because they can’t but because it’s terrible!

    Just remember it’s all about perspective. God doesn’t promise that bad things won’t happen (look what He let happen to His only son ????) but He does promise to be there with you every step and he promises to make beauty out of ashes. Take your failures and don’t look at them as the end of the story but more of a pivot point. If something doesn’t work- that’s good! You now know you don’t need to invest your time unwisely. Figure out what you could have changed for it to go better next time. Then the next time will for sure be better or at least get you to the next step, then to the next …etc till you get to where you’re going. That mental strength is tough shit. I couldn’t do it without God. I tried, but I couldn’t muster up the strength when things got dark in my life. It wasn’t until I kept just believing (even when logic was like this is not sensical!!!) that He was taking me somewhere that I was able to get to this really blissful season of my life. Keep swimming Lauren!

    • Thank you so so much for your kind words. It was a HUGE adjustment and as much as I felt I was prepared, I definitely wasn’t. I know that God has big plans for me so I’m waiting patiently for them! xx

  8. Kelsey says:

    Stay strong girlfriend- you’re got this! I can definitely relate! I had the worst roommate situation is school that made me never want to go home either!! And I am also trying to find a new career.. It’s not fun, but we can do it!!

  9. Anna English says:

    Patience and perseverance are two attributes that are hard to master, but it sounds like you’re well on your way! Everything will work out in the end!

  10. You are a strong #girlboss i have faith in your continuing transition. I myself left California and ended up in North Jersey. NYC is the most amazing place but also super intimidating,. Keep doing you & I hope all works out. BTW love the shorts going to order now!

  11. Hillary says:

    I hate for this to sound like I’ve been there and it gets better, but I HAVE been almost exactly there and IT DOES get better! Long story short, my first three years out of college I went through 3 different jobs, I took in a “friend” when she was in need only to find out she was not paying her half of the rent for almost 3 months and then spent 8 months unemployed living in Chicago. I thought the exact same thing as you, I had a plan and then God laughed. I am happy to tell you though that I’ve been in my current job (the one I got after being unemployed) for almost 8 years now. Are things in other parts of my life perfect, not in the least. But as the old cliche goes, “what doesn’t kill you, makes you stronger.” And I think that there are A LOT of people, including myself and now you, that can attest to that. Hang in there, girl – it WILL get better. I’m glad you came back to your passion, though!

    ~Hillary
    http://www.styleinasmalltown.com

    • I know how you feel when you say things like that but I definitely believe you – things WILL get better! Love reading about your story and seeing how things got better for you. You’ve given me some serious hope, girl. And I’m SO happy to hear that you’re happy at your job now! You deserve it! xx

  12. Sela says:

    Hang in there! I’m hoping that the worst is behind you and that you find a wonderful job soon!

    I totally feel you regarding the heat…I was in Florida for a week and the heat was killer!

    Excited to read up on your upcoming posts!

    Sela // itoldyousoblog.com

    • I hope so, too! I think good things are coming… hopefully! Fingers crossed! And thanks so much – I’m excited to be coming up with new content! Also, I know – the heat is KILLER. Ugh! xx

  13. hang in there my dear!!!! challenges only make us stronger… and you look beautiful in that sweet outfit 😉

  14. Nataliya says:

    I completely understand what you are going through except I moved from New York to Miami. Changing my third position because it just doesent work. Few years back when I had a roommate, it was a miserable experience and I didn’t want to come home as well.
    I am sorry it’s tough… holding my fingers for both of us that it will get better. Hang in there! ????????

  15. Annie says:

    I just love this neutral look on you! Perfect for those hot summer days 🙂

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