Awkwardly Introverted

  Today is   Juneteenth —a day of freedom, remembrance, and resilience. And here I am, curled up at home 🛋️, fresh off a whirlwind European adventure 🌍, watching the rain hit the pavement and the sky rumble ⛈️ like it’s echoing centuries of struggle and strength. The thunder’s eased up, and so has the rain, but the mood it left behind still lingers—quiet, weighty, and perfect for reflection. For anyone who doesn’t know,  Juneteenth  marks  June 19, 1865 , the day Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas to finally inform the last remaining enslaved Black Americans that they were free— over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation  had been signed. 📜 It’s often called the second Independence Day, and rightfully so. It’s a celebration of  delayed justice finally delivered  🕊️, and the resilience of a people who have carried the weight of that delay for generations. I’m exhausted 😩. Not just physically from the trip, but emotionally from al...

Dear Amazing Readers, First off, I just want to say THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart for being part of this incredible journey during Black History Month! Your support means the world to me, and it’s been such a joy sharing the stories of these incredible individuals who’ve made such a profound impact on history. From artists to activists, innovators to trailblazers, we've celebrated some of the best and brightest. But now, duty calls! It’s time for homework (ugh 😩), but don’t worry—I’ll be back tomorrow, ready to share more about the amazing figures who’ve shaped Black history. The work never stops, and neither does the celebration of these phenomenal individuals. And I can’t lie—I’m also looking forward to Kendrick Lamar at the halftime show tonight! I’m sure there will be some entertaining reactions from people who can’t handle "Lift Every Voice and Sing" being on TV or Kendrick’s performance. But hey, let them be mad while we enjoy the greatness! 😂 Thanks again...

Hey, it’s Shadeira! 👋🏾 This is my little corner of the internet—Awkwardly Introverted—where I share my thoughts, experiences, and whatever’s on my mind. If you’re new here, welcome! A little about me: I’m currently working toward my bachelor’s degree in graphic design (yes, I really did it! 🎉), and I spend a lot of time on my iPad, bringing my creative ideas to life. Whether it’s design, everyday life, or just random musings, you’ll find it all here. And speaking of iPads—just look at my Memoji! That’s basically me: tucked behind my laptop or iPad, deep in my creative zone, observing, designing, and existing in my introverted bubble. If you know, you know. 😂 But let’s talk about this ridiculous weather shift because WTF?! It was super warm in my room—probably because I was dancing up a fool. Then, out of nowhere, it turned freezing cold. Like, how does that even happen so fast?! One minute I had the fan on because I was burning ...