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Writing began as an escape for me- a quiet rebellion against the chaos of constant change. It began as therapy, a way to release the thoughts that made me feel claustrophobic in my own head. As a young girl moving frequently with my family due to financial struggles, I was never grounded in one school long enough to feel stable in my learning and education. That instability impacted my learning, and I had to fight to catch up- arriving early, staying late, and spending weekends with tutors. It took many years, but discovering my learning style led to an understanding of where my passions lay. The sciences had always fascinated me, biology primarily, and the thrill of reading and writing I recognized then has been an anchor for me. I worked hard to excel in the sciences, but writing felt like something deeper- something innate. No matter how it has shown up in my life, it has been the best way I feel I can articulate my thoughts, feelings, and ideas.

Now as a young adult, I stand at a crossroads like many my age, perhaps even all ages. The options, decisions, and paths that lay before me each offer different opportunities, but which one is the right one? It has led me to consider, and reconsider, who am I? I eventually discovered the idea of The Lake of Mind. At the very bottom of your lake is your true self. Rising in depth from the bottom then becomes your inner voice, your secrets, your mythology, your story, your persona, your daily life, and your sensory experience at the surface. Writing helps me dive into that lake. It lets me explore the layers of who I am, articulate the images, feelings, and thoughts that otherwise remain submerged.

While I pursue an education in Marine Biology, I also continue to dive into my passion for writing as a minor. In the sciences, I find writing to be one of my greatest assets. I want to use this skill in my future career as a way to spread information effectively, to communicate the importance of my findings clearly, and articulate my thoughts successfully. With that, I also want to continue to pursue my passion for writing creatively. This blog is the beginning of my portfolio where I can grow, connect, and interact with anyone who may oblige. It is a place where I’ll share my thoughts, stories, creativity, and reflections- bringing the words that reside in my mind to paper. With gaining this experience, exposure, and opportunity of constructive criticism, I hope to build a freelance writing career, offering my skills to clients who need compelling content, thoughtful storytelling, emotionally resonant writing, or conforming to unique needs. Whether it is crafting articles, ghostwriting, or contributing to conservation-focused projects, I want my words to serve a purpose beyond myself.

This is the start of something meaningful. A place where thoughts meet paper, where I continue to explore the depths of the Lake of Mind, and maybe encourage others to touch the bottom of their own Lake of Mind.