Summer is almost over and all I can say is that it’s been quite an adventure. From moving into my new apartment with the best roomie ever to bottomless mimosas and countless park days it’s been one of the most eventful summers yet. It almost feels like this summer has been a whole year in itself with so many new friends, friends who have left, and a whole lot of amazing experiences that I’ll never forget. The beginning of the summer for me was really when I moved into my new apartment with Meaghan. This was the first time that I’ve had my own apartment in a city and oh can I tell you we’ve made use of it. I’m able to walk to work and be close enough to downtown that it’s almost dangerous because of all the great happy hours and delicious restaurants. The last time I lived in a city was Paris and all I can say is that I’m definitely a city boy at heart. I hate being bored and love to have an agenda. What’s the best happy hour in the area? Where can I get the yummiest pizza for the best price? How can I get to that rooftop? I’m always exploring and there’s always something different to find and do here. I’ve always been the type of person to suck in any experience that is around me and this summer is my first “young professional” summer where I’m working full time and trying to hang on to my college lifestyle. I’ve come to learn, however, that the term “young professional” is a mixture of working your ass off, partying your ass off, but most importantly finding the balance between the two.
The engine started to really rumble once I got settled in my new apartment and I was essentially in the center of Denver. I loved the fact that I can get happy hour downtown with my coworkers and grab a quick bite to eat after work. And oh man, once those bird scooters started popping up around Denver I was scootering all around town. It’s been so nice to really make this apartment my own (with Meaghan of course). We’ve come to the conclusion that we have the best parties, movie nights, and pre-games so naturally we’re the hostesses with the mostest. The amount of wine decor we have is alarming, but also soothing at the same time. It will definitely prepare us for our first annual winefest this weekend. All I can say is that I’m excited to be living in a great location in an apartment that we’ve made our own with an amazing wine-mate.
One of the best things about summer is the weather and of course when it’s nice out what else should you be doing besides day drinking??? Denver truly comes alive during the summer time and there are so many amazing outdoor events that take place. Jazz in the park has to be my favorite event that has happened this summer. Getting a bunch of people together, with some good wine, and snacks while listening to some jazz music and playing spike ball. What more can you ask for? It’s truly the simple things in life and just getting a nice summer buzz on.
What’s a summer in Colorado without a few Red Rocks shows? I’ve always been an avid concert go-er and this summer is not exempt. From Louis the Child, Griz, Odesza it’s been quite a fun time. There is really something magical about Red Rocks and it always puts me in a good mood when I’m there. Sharing such amazing memories with the people I love. This summer is one for the books in regards to music and concerts. I guess we’ll have to see if next summer will top this one.
And how can I forget the most important reason why I’m here in Denver. Evolve. This company has been such an amazing opportunity for me and since I’ve started I got promoted. It was the reason why I was able to move to Denver and I’m taking every opportunity I can to learn and grow. I’m so happy with my new position and I feel as though I getting the experience needed to pursue a career in sales while also building relationships with my fantastic coworkers. A 9-5 job can only be as glamorous as you make it and not everything is going to be perfect. The experience that I’m getting is incredible and I’m truly thankful to be where I am. If you take it one step at a time and you’ll be able to achieve whatever you want.
I think the overall theme for me has definitely been finding a balance between work and play. When I first started it was all about meeting friends and establishing myself and once summer really hit full swing it became a party. Happy hours transitioning to late nights which at first was a blast, but everything comes back to get you. I’ve really come to realize that I’m at a point in my life where I have so much that’s available to me and it’s up to me and only me to make decisions that will determine my future. Anything in moderation is ok, but you have to be aware of what moderation is. I’ve started to really find more of a balance between work and play and I feel so much more productive at work and just in general feel so much better about myself. I’m a young adult and that means realizing what you can and can’t handle.
As the summer of 2018 comes to an end it will be a bittersweet good bye to rooftop drinks, warm summer nights, and hanging out by the pool but if you know me at all then I’m definitely ready for some pumpkin spice and movie nights. I’ve learned a lot this summer being it my first time on my own as a working professional in a city and all the lessons I’ll be able to carry on with myself. I’m excited to continue to learn more about myself and the world around me, but now I will do it with a scarf around my neck and some furry slippers. Bring on the pumpkins!
This song just reminds me of summer, but more importantly this summer. We’ve all got magic in our hands. Feelin good, sippin some rose, and jammin out.