Key Takeaways
- 1Busy prep days reveal how much you can handle.
- 2A good esthetician and honest conversation make wax day less scary.
- 3Consistency with content still matters, even when stats shift.
- 4Real growth shows up in how others experience you.
- 5Maintenance days double as quiet time for bonding and self reflection.
Good morning from the land of broken nails, overstuffed bags, and a girl who is trying to get her life together before a road trip. If you ever tried to pack for two trips at once, fix your brows, touch up your lashes, and make a wax appointment all in the same day, this is that kind of chaos.
This vlog sits in that in between space. I am still the same silly, talkative Alyssa, just a little more grown, a little more intentional, and a lot more aware of how these “maintenance days” are really self care days.
Packing Chaos And Hygiene Girl Math
I started the morning staring at a giant toiletry bag that somehow still felt tiny. I was packing for Atlanta and for time at my mom’s house, so every product turned into a mini math problem.
Do I need this for one trip, both trips, or can it stay home and mind its business?
Deodorant, lotion, cleansers, hair products, razors, edge brushes, makeup wipes, tongue scraper, perfume, hair ties, allergy meds, backups for the backups. I am an overpacker and I have made peace with that. I would rather have options than sit in a hotel staring at myself in the mirror like, “Wow, I really left the one thing I needed.”
While I was throwing products in the bag, I was also touching up my brows and lashes. I do my brows myself now. Nothing fancy, just cleaning up the shape with a little plucking and an eyebrow razor. Then I filled in my lash gaps with clusters. I like that soft, natural look for everyday life, then I switch it up with strip looking lashes for trips and content.
All of this was happening on a timer, since I had a wax appointment in Tampa and a drive ahead of me. Cute.
Wax Nerves And Reunion Energy
Brazilian wax day always sounds scarier in my head than it ends up feeling. This time had extra nerves, though, since it had been a while. On top of that, I accidentally packed my pain meds deep in my suitcase, so I could not take them before going in. Placebo effect left the chat.
The person I went to see is an esthetician I used to visit years ago, right before I moved to Atlanta. We followed each other on Instagram and her studio lived rent free in my mind. Pink, girly, calm energy, and she made the whole process feel less awkward.
I messaged her last minute while planning this trip to Tampa. Somehow she had availability, so this visit turned into a little reunion. We caught up on life while she worked. She asked about YouTube, TikTok, content, and how things changed for me.
The wax itself reminded me of two things:
- Skill matters. A gentle, fast esthetician changes the entire experience.
- Fear in your head is usually louder than what actually happens.
Was it pain free? No. Was it as dramatic as I played it in my mind? Not even close.
Content, Consistency, And Growing Without Noticing
In between strips, we ended up talking about analytics, growth, and how platforms feel different now. I kept it real with her. I slowed down at one point, and my stats reflected that. Views shifted, reach shifted, and that is part of the game.
Even with that, my content still supports me. Income still comes in, brands still reach out, and my original audience is still here. She told me she noticed how much I matured, both on screen and in person. She sees the difference in how I speak, how I think, and how I move through life.
That comment hit me in a good way. When you are constantly working on yourself, it is easy to only see how far you still want to go, not how far you already came. Hearing someone who met “old Alyssa” say, “You grew a lot and I am proud of you,” reminded me to pause and appreciate the progress that already exists.
I am 21 in this vlog, and sometimes I forget I still have so much time to figure things out. That mix of hunger and patience feels new and really special.
Soft Girl Era With A Soccer Boyfriend
Somewhere in the talking stage of ripping strips, we slid into love life updates. I told her about my man and how all of that unfolded.
We met years ago through TikTok, inside a group chat. I did not see him that way at first. He grew up, I grew up, and one day I looked again like “Oh, wait.” Now he plays soccer, he is tall, and I can wear heels next to him without worrying about towering over him. That matters when you are a tall girl.
What I love most is that we connect on mindset, goals, and the inner stuff. We match in ambition and values, not just looks. This season feels like womanhood in real time: caring for my body, building my career, nourishing healthy love, and trusting myself more.
Sister Time, Nail Kits, And Girl Talk At Home
After grown girl maintenance came little sister energy. Arya made an appearance with her crush stories, favorite songs, and pure chaos in the best way. Those moments keep me grounded. One minute I am planning content and road trips, next minute I am sitting on the floor listening to her talk about school and recess like it is the Met Gala.
Later, my mom pulled out a giant nail kit that honestly looked like a full salon in a box. Gel tips, shapes, colors, tools, lamps, brushes, everything. My natural nails were struggling, so I soaked off the old polish, cut them down, and we started fresh.
We went through sizes, shapes, base coats, and I talked through ideas for French tips while Arya chimed in with commentary. It was not just about nails. It felt like three different generations of girlhood in one room. My mom, me, and my little sister all in our own stages, sharing space, stories, and inside jokes.
What This Season Looks Like For Me
This vlog looks like a regular day of errands and appointments on the surface. Underneath that, it is a snapshot of who I am right now.
A young woman who:
- Overpacks and overthinks, yet still makes it out the door on time
- Gets scared of maintenance appointments, then walks out proud she did it
- Loves content creation, even when the numbers shift
- Can hear “you grew a lot” and finally believe it a little
- Enjoys soft time with family and still keeps big dreams in motion
If you are in your early twenties and feel like you are constantly “working on yourself” without seeing progress, I feel you. Growth hides in days like this. In the way you talk to yourself, in the friends and partners you choose, in who you go back to for care, and in how you show up for your body.
Wax appointments, road trips, nail sessions, and car rides with your little sister can seem small. Put together, they tell a story of someone slowly stepping into her next level, one maintenance day at a time.
