Life's journey often takes us through a series of unexpected twists and turns. For me, this adventure has been marked by significant milestones, including building a new home, welcoming our first child, and navigating the challenges and joys of parenthood. Amidst these life-altering events, my engagement with the Hive community took a backseat. However, as we settle into our new roles and routines, I find myself drawn back to this vibrant community, eager to share our experiences and reconnect with fellow Hivers.
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Embracing Parenthood
The arrival of our son has been a source of boundless joy and a profound sense of responsibility. As first-time parents in our 40s, every milestone, from his first smile to his first steps, has been a wonder. Balancing the demands of parenthood with other commitments has been challenging yet immensely rewarding. This new chapter has reshaped our world in ways we never imagined, filling it with love, laughter, and learning.
Rediscovering Hive
During my hiatus from Hive, I remained a silent observer, watching the platform evolve and grow. Now, as our son becomes more independent, I am compelled to rekindle my presence on Hive. I look forward to sharing our journey through parenthood, the challenges we've faced, and the lessons we've learned. My hope is to inspire and connect with others who are navigating similar life transitions.
Pursuing New Interests
Language Learning
Before our baby's arrival, I was inspired by polyglots on YouTube to learn a new language. Currently, I am studying Spanish, though finding the focus amidst the demands of parenthood has been challenging. To give back to the community, I plan to teach Tagalog/Filipino on Hive, offering basic conversational phrases and sharing language learning materials to assist fellow learners.
Gardening
Our new home offers more space for gardening, a passion I'm excited to explore further on Hive. I plan to document my gardening journey, sharing updates, tips, and hacks. My interests include carnivorous plants, citruses, succulents, hoyas, and maintaining a worm farm.
Generative Art
I've delved into the world of artificial intelligence, specifically using Stable Diffusion for generative art. I share my creations on social media under the handle "DiffusedCreations" and have started contributing to the Pixabay community. This endeavor allows me to merge my creative pursuits with cutting-edge technology and reach more audience.
Print on Demand
Leveraging my AI-generated art, I've launched a print on demand store. I'm currently preparing more designs, hoping to expand into digital products, including vectors and printables. This venture represents a new creative outlet and a potential source of income. I have launched it on Etsy but also considering other providers as I believe the latter is quite saturated, even with the large of website traffic it has.
Conclusion
Life's changes, while often disruptive, offer opportunities for growth, reflection, and the discovery of new passions. As I embark on this journey back to Hive, I do so with a renewed sense of enthusiasm, eager to share our stories and connect with the community. Through sharing our experiences in parenthood, language learning, gardening, and creative pursuits, I hope to inspire others and find balance in this next chapter of our lives.
See you on my next post.
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