This is an unusually personal post, but after nearly 11 years of living in San Diego, I feel it only fitting.

Thank you San Diego, you’ve been amazing to me. From fun college years, chilling at the Geisel library (yes, named after Mr.Geisel none other than Dr. Seuss himself), fun-filled b-school days and an entry way into the world of advertising.  I’m so grateful for all the opportunities and all the super awesome people I’ve encountered along the way. You incredible gals and guys have made my life rich and fun. I was lucky enough to have made some of the most amazing friends I could have ever dreamed of having. And when life threw us lemons, did we EVER make lemonade!

And I’m an incredibly lucky gal–I happen to have the most awesome parents and sister (and bro-in-law) in the world. I’ve had their unconditional support on every wacky/zany idea I’ve had, for that I’m forever grateful. My parents taught me how to be respectful and kind, lessons that will never leave who I am. They also taught me that hard work perseveres over all else and to never take “no” for an answer if I believe in it.  When days were the hardest, they reinforced the belief in myself and they have helped me become and stay a strong, independent person. Just the way mama wants it.

At the end of the day, I haven’t moved far. Los Angeles is just up the 5 freeway about 1.5 hrs, but it is a new chapter. I’m excited, ready and antsy to get back in gear. It’s no secret that I love what I do, I’m honored to be at a place that I’ve admired for so very long. Being able to actually work for the person that lit the fire in me to continue to do what I love (thank you Mr. Clow). I’m so excited and so ready for this challenge. Stay tuned…