Remember that time in September when I pierced the other side of my nose, vowed to show it to you, and then promptly forgot about it? I was taking some updated self portraits and remembered that if I was going to show you the blue streak in my hair I should show you my September piercing first!
Since the summer I feel like I'm back to the Geek Chic version of myself- I got my new crystal glasses, got the other side of my nose pierced, and went back to having gauged ears instead of trying to let them grow in.
Reality Check to Kyla: If your ears haven't grown in after three years, it's not going to happen!
After years of having no earrings to wear that will actually fit I'm happy to be able to wear earrings again! Here's the new nose…
At first it took a little time to get used to the geeky Kyla who peered out of mirrors and windows at me, but I'm feeling really cute, positive, and like myself! I think a big part of it is that my anxiety has almost completely evaporated since October. I've been sticking to my plan of medication and tips from cognitive behavioural therapy to un-learn being anxious, and I'm feeling amazing :)
I still feel happy or sad when life happens- but I can deal with everything that comes my way, and I never feel paralyzed by my feelings any more. It's so fun to go through the days without being worried, stressed, and tired all the time- everything is easier!
Tomorrow is my big tattoo day – I'm having the outline done to make my shoulder piece into a sleeve – and I'm excited to tackle it with my calm outlook! I had a massage yesterday so I'm all loose and ready- and I'm feeling really excited and ready to sit still and make it happen. Send me deep breaths & good vibes tomorrow!
LAST UPDATED ON: January 19th, 2011
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I’m all about embracing your inner geek! And thank you for sharing your experience with anxiety. Your original post is something I could’ve written myself. I started taking medicine, but didn’t embrace the notion of treatment like you did. Then I thought I was magically healed, stopped taking medicine & spun out of control. I’m finally starting to get on track & do something about it. Reading this post gives me hope that it can get better once I work on it!
So excited to see this tattoo! :)
You are stinking adorable and I can’t wait to see your tattoooooo!
LOVE the glasses! Warby Parker? Mine are half Crystal.:)
Love love that your having a wicked experience with your anx therapy. Makes me happy a fellow panic attacker is finding relief!
XO
You look gorgeous, Kyla! I love your positive attitude on how you look. Everyone deserves the same feeling! :)
Kyla, do you have both nostrils pierced?? I used to have both sides and took one out and now i kinda miss it :/
Hi Kate- I do! I just got the second one in September and I really like it- it took a bit of getting used to but I’m love them! :)
You look so relaxed and lovely! Very cute glasses too :)
Thanks so much for sharing where you found your glasses! I spent time on their site last night and I discovered that they have a “try on 5 for free at home” plan. So I picked out five different frames and five different colors so I can pick the final pair. I’m so excited!!! :D
Lucky! Because I live in Canada I can’t take advantage of that- you’ll have so much fun :)
kyla, you are too cute. i’m happy you are doing really well :)
i love that you are feeling more relaxed! i always love your goal lists and it makes me so happy you are accepting your adorably geek chic self! i’m trying to do the same thing. i’m getting more and more dependent on my glasses and can’t help feel like they are covering my eyes from others and that’s just silly talk. maybe some new glasses are in order to help me accept my newly geek chic self as well? we’ll see :)
GOOD LUCK ON YOUR TATTOO! :)
This post just makes me happy, because you seem so content with life. Good luck with your tattoo appointment tomorrow!
As usual, you look gorgeous! And hooray for a calmer you! I feel like i have channeled a calmer version of myself, too. I have my moments still, but in general, I am very ‘even keeled’ which I am loving. Actually today my new boss commented on how part of the reason he hired me is because he knows I will be calm under pressure. Hopefully I live up to his expectations! ;)
You are so SO pretty.
I am loving the new calmer you :)
I love this, every geek chic inch of it. :)
I know I could never pull off those glasses, but you make it work so well!
I’m really excited to hear how your anxiety is getting under control. I…still…need to make that appointment. That first step is the hardest!!
I’ve just started reading your blog recently and am really enjoying it! That’s great news that you’re feeling so much better and starting to find your groove again. It’s really great that you have shared your story and experiences with anxiety. It’s something I struggle with as well and it’s always nice to read that you’re not alone! So, thanks for sharing!
You look amazing. Everything looks perfect: Your hair, your eyes, your glasses. I love it all. :)
I love your glasses! You are such a beautiful lady!! ♥
I love your glasses! I really wish I wore glasses! I have some “just for fun pairs” but I don’t wear them much. Also love the planner post! I think I’ll make one this week! Mentioned you and the planner project on my blog today as well!
I love the new-old you! No matter how hard you do or don’t try, you’ll always be super chic to me!
You are rocking those glasses! Seriously.
CUTE. Whenever I’m asked to describe my style I always say Geek Chic. It’s perfect :)
But hey, where is the blue hair?! You tease ;)
You “own” your look more than anyone I know. I absolutely LOVE your self-portraits and think you are one gorgeous, awesome, fantastic woman! :-) XO
You are so adorable! Good luck with the tattoo tomorrow! Everytime I read about someone getting work done makes me itch to get a new one :)
I think when your ears reach a certain size in stretchiness there’s no turning them back to normal. I always say I’ll hang my cane from them when I’m a little old lady.
hey girl!! you are just too cute. i adore those glasses and can’t wait to see your tattoo progress. :)
You are absolutely adorable! You really pull off those piercing so well. I love it. Also, yay for getting your anxiety under control! That is seriously so awesome. <3
you are just beyond adorable! geeks rule!!!!!!!!!!!!!
xo,
cb
You have gorgeous eyes! Good luck with your tattoo!!
Love the (old) new piercing! It looks awesome. I’m glad you’re feeling more confident in yourself – you are amazing and you should feel amazing. Can’t wait to see the new tattoo work!
love! you’re adorable :) and anxiety is such a hard thing to deal with, it’s so wonderful that you’re working through it :)
I’ so happy for you that you are doing better with anxiety :)
You look perfectly adorable, those glasses are fab and I can’t wait to see the tattoo!
Have a nice day xx
Isn’t it AMAZING how a couple sessions straightens SO MUCH out? Counseling after my mom relapsed is what helped during my break-up. It gave me the tools to deal with my anxiety. It helped me identify my anxiety before it got out of hand. Yay.
AND you look stunning.
kyla roma, you are so cool.
Love this post. It’s so nice when you’re finally able to accept who you are, and be so happy with it. This is something I need to remember myself, as I think it would help with my anxiety so much.
Thank you for the inspiration!
So cute! Love chic-geek! :) My daughter even exclaimed how cute your glasses are! Brave getting the nose pierced! I really want a labret but I need someone to hold my hand lol!
The thing to keep in mind is that it only lasts a second- and if you’ve had a daughter then I’m sure you can handle it!! I had my nose pierced when I was 18 and I thought it was the worst thing in the world- but this september it just made my eyes water a little because it’s in a sensitive area. It was really funny to realize that the biggest factor was that I was a bit of a wuss when I had it done originally ;)
you’re so cute. no seriously, the geeky look? you own it! ;)
You look great! Best of luck tomorrow… I’ll be sending good vibes your way :)
ahhh, good luck, good luck!! i love the feeling right before going to get some work done. post pictures soon!
Love the way the glasses look on you; so much fun =) Glad to hear that the anxiety levels have improved as well. Can’t wait to see the tattoo outline. Good luck & of course sending you lots of vibes and hugs from afar :)
Love your look! Adorable!!! I wear glasses as well, especially when I work…do you have any suggestions for good sites to buy unique/fun glasses?? Thank you lady! Hope you have a wonderful day. :)
-Sav
I got mine online from Warby Parker, you have to be confident in what you want because there’s no trying them on, but I chose carefully and really love mine :)
Came over from Gussy yesterday…
First, you are adorable :) Second, I popped over and read your post on anxiety, and I went through a similar journey recently. Started meds just this past November (and mine was a combination of anxiety/depression that ended up in alcoholism…) and I wish I hadn’t waited so long to get help. It’s amazing what a little clarity can do. Like you said in your post, I thought everyone felt the way I did, until I stopped drinking (almost a year ago) and realized that there was all this other stuff and not everyone worries the way I do, or gets anxious over things that I do… I could go on and on.
Anyway… feeling like you’re a kindred spirit! Thank you for being so open, it helps so many!
Lovely photos, though you must share pics of your blue hair pronto!! Good luck with the tattoo :D
You’re gorgeous! And I love that you can pull off things that others sometimes can’t – those glasses look fabulous on you! Good luck tomorrow!
I love your look and am so glad that the anxiety has become so much more manageable for you. I can’t wait to see the outline of your tattoo tomorrow when we talk! its going to be awesome!
You are so adorable! I’m jealous of your geekiness! Your geekiness is so pretty, mine is just harsh. Maybe I should try a soft and light set of frames instead of black wayfarers :P
I can’t wait to get my nose re-pierced after I have my baby and quit my job! I’ve missed it quite a bit and seeing your cuteness makes me miss it more <3
I disagree, you’re so adorable!! And black wayfarers? I may or may not be stalking them online. Just sayin! :)
i think the geek chic kyla is absolutely gorgeous and i’m so happy to hear you’re feeling so much better! xoxo
You look so pretty! I love your glasses! good luck tomorrow!
you are SO beautiful.. seriously.
Good luck tomorrow.. I can’t wait to see it.. :D
Firstly, that is really, really great about dealing with your anxiety and finding a balance with your feelings.
Secondly, you are so adorable and chic!