Welcome to the Blog!
- Feb 1
- 4 min read
Welcome to the Homegrown Roots blog! This story will provide insight into what you can anticipate from upcoming stories and how this blog unexpectantly came to be.
Alright, so this is fifteen-year-old Trinity with her very first camera and this is the first photo she took. I remember feeling so good taking this photo, both within myself and with this deep feeling that this camera would be the catalyst towards a wonderful path. Looking back, I'm a bit embarrassed of the photo, but I still love younger me and admire how much I truly enjoyed life. Don't get me wrong, I still faced many difficult moments and had to struggle through the confusing, awkward teen milestones along the way. Perhaps it was such difficult times that helped me to see the light even clearer, or more likely due to my sheer optimism and wild imagination. I have always found the beauty and joy within the small moments in life: the first sip of freshly made coffee in the morning, driving down dirt roads to see my dog smile, dream filled walks along the river, finishing the journey with yet another book character, saying any stupid story which comes to mind just to make my family laugh, wrapping up in warm laundry fresh from the dryer, each and every cutie and apple, the first baby sprouts of the new garden season, the smell and exhilaration of standing in the rain, and a million more moments.
Who I Am & How I Got to Here
I should quickly introduce myself: hi, I'm Trinity Abagail. I'm a fantasy book lover, environmental enthusiast, I value time with my family, enjoy soaking in nature, absolutely adore puppers (especially my ramendoodle, aka goldendoodle, Lilo), and I'm simply passionate about life. But just like any other twenty-three-year-old, or truly anyone at one period or another, I'm still trying to figure out who I am and what I would like to do with my life. Perhaps like the rest of the world, the COVID-19 pandemic completely threw me underwater, and I never anticipated "being pitched out to sea" (although in hindsight, I probably should have, but that's another story for another day). Since then, I've been trying to find my way back slowly towards the light; trying to remember everything that used to fill me with joy and trying to find the dreams I want to still chance.
I suppose that's where this blog, and all of you, come into the picture. I used to love writing. I would fantasize becoming an author, if only to replicate the wonderful work of world-building I admired from all of the books I read throughout my childhood. Imagery writing always captured my heart the most. It truly fascinates me how powerful words are to be able to completely transport the reader into the story. Yet, I've come to realized what I crave most is to make a connection, a genuine connection with someone. I want to pay forward all of the love, support, and humanity I've received (especially when I deeply needed such kindness, but I had nothing to give in return).
Here I am now, telling my own story simply because of the words I heard only once, "the best story one could ever tell is their own." Perhaps by telling my own story, and diving into my personal, even maybe a little embarrassing, thoughts and experiences, I will be able to fulfill that desire to cultivate a genuine connection and community. If I could only make an impact for one person, then this would all still be worthwhile to me. So, let's go on a little journey together through this confusing, and a bit backwards, but beautiful world together. And just remember, I'm a sort-of certified human bean here sharing my own human experience, so take it easy on me. I'm still growing and learning, but I'm trying my best and that's all we can do. Som with that, welcome to Homegrown Roots.
Dive into Homegrown Roots
The Homegrown Roots blog will include stories on my personal life, experiences, my thoughts on the nuances and complexities of humanity, health, nature, and the pursuit towards a fulfilling life. Through sharing a little bit of myself, I hope to connect with all of you and to serve as a reminder that it's alright to feel lost at times. In the meantime, we can be a little lost together. Here are a few things to keep in mind as we continue:
I'm just a certified human bean here sharing my own human experience & thoughts.
Take everything here with a grain a salt. I will share my own thoughts & opinions, which are entitled to change & evolve over time.
Exploring curiosities & constructive dialogue is encouraged here :)
Some of the stories will be related to my personal health; I only discuss my experience to connect with this community.
I am not a health professional, nor do I claim to advocate for any health related community.
I will do my best to provide stories on a regular basis, but again, I am human. We are all doing our best.
Join along on the continuous journey of self-discovery riddled with advice, tips, & fun stories!
Until We Meet Again,
Whether you came searching for comfort, advice, someone to relate to, or if you simply stumbled across this blog; welcome, and thank you for being here. I will do my best to post on a regular basis, but just note I am an old soul: I want to make this corner of the internet an intentional, slow paced collection of stories amongst a loud, stimulatingly busy digital world. Consider this blog as a book of sorts, with each letter designed as a personal letter to you, dear reader. Letters do not come in the mail, or by flying pigeon, every day, but when they do come, they are purposefully written with care and with you in mind.
However, if you find yourself missing me, you may also find hints of me through Pinterest and Instagram (although I rarely post, I am still there if you are interested:). Until we meet again, take care of yourself and remember to look for the wonder in the little moments of life, for there is still beauty and adventure to be found if only you know where to look.
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