Work. Life. Finding balance. Today, I got to spend the day with my dear friend @maceopaisley. He, like most of my closest friends live outside of LA. I had close friends within a 30 minute drive for so much of my adult life that the last 3-5 years have been filled with adjusting to life without that kind of closeness day to day. Today was like the old days only we are wiser, more gentle with each other. I found myself drinking up the moments. We spontaneously decided to take a quick trip to visit our dear friend @allisonkunath and pick up the painting she so generously gifted me months ago. She is constantly making beautiful art. Her studio is tall and inviting. Is a sophisticated playground. Allison and I have spent so much time together that even after this time of not seeing each other much, I found myself so comfortable and safe in her space. I needed this day. This time with people who know me and let me be unrefined and imperfect. On the drive back, Maceo drove and I talked with my therapist. I’m so proud to have friendships that support and hold space for my mental health. Who hold the wheel when I need my hands for other things. People who can be spread out across the country but still find home in me. Life is rarely perfect but being loved well refuels me. So grateful for my chosen family.