This week reminded me what it feels like to be seen.
For so long, I’ve worked quietly — doing my best, pushing forward, not expecting much recognition. But this week, something changed. I stood in front of people who noticed the care, the effort, the heart I bring to my work. And for the first time in a long time, I felt genuinely appreciated.
I met an incredible team — kind, talented, and generous with their words. Hearing them say they were happy to have me meant more than they’ll ever know. And I can’t help but feel grateful to my boss for taking a chance on me, for seeing something in me before I fully saw it in myself.
This moment feels like a turning point. It’s a reminder that I belong here, that what I bring — my warmth, my commitment, my humanity — has a place in the world of work. I don’t want to lose this feeling. I want to keep building from it, keep proving to myself that I can meet the standard, that I can make him and the team proud.
Adulting & Motherhood 