10 Facts to Get To Know Me 😊
Hey! Welcome to Jenna’s Day. A place where I, Jenna, talk about whatever I want.
So most of you reading this blog know me, but I thought “what about those who don’t?” I wanted to introduce myself and save it here on my blog as a way to learn a bit more about me, so with that, here’s 10 facts about me!
1. I live in Chicago but am originally from Southern California. I moved to Chicago in August 2018 with my boyfriend, Nate. We drove across the country and I packed everything I owned in little Kia Forte.
2. I have a few food issues. I have a severe peanut allergy that requires me to carry an EpiPen on me at all times, so I have to avoid peanuts and any cross-contamination, making eating out at restaurants not something I can usually do on a whim.
3. Another food thing! I am a vegetarian and have been since I started dating Nate 5-ish years ago. I have really never liked meat before and only ate it on a few occasions. Giving that up was definitely not a challenge for me, and now I would never go back. I am a vegetarian for moral and environmental reasons and wish to incorporate more vegan choices in my diet. I try to choose cruelty-free and vegan products in my beauty routine and in the house.
4. Last food thing (I promise)! So you would think that because I have allergies and am vegetarian, that I would be a good cook from eating at home a lot. NOPE! I am an awful cook. Even when I follow a recipe exactly, I still find a way to eff it up (just ask Nate). He usually cooks for us, or we do it together and I am the sous chef, AKA just doing the chopping and stirring because I cannot possibly mess that up (yet).
5. I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts from San Francisco State University. I originally had all intentions of becoming an elementary school teacher until my final semester. That is when I realized becoming a teacher wasn’t for me anymore, so I finished my degree and decided I would eventually figure out what I want to do with my life. And yes, I am still in the process of figuring it out.
6. I was a dancer for 12 years. I grew up dancing at a studio and competing regionally and nationally. In high school, I joined the school’s dance team and became the captain while also continuing at my studio as well. Once I graduated, I taught dance for a few years to kids of all ages. I really enjoyed teaching and liked kids then! That love definitely did not transfer over into a classroom LOL…
7. I love to travel. I make plans every year to try and visit as many places as I can afford. This year, I want to go on a few small weekend trips and then a week-long trip in Hawaii! Next year, I would love to go to Europe. I just bought this map on Etsy and can’t wait to fill it out with our travels.
8. I am a virgo! I have the virgo constellation tattooed on my right arm, and I am still in love with it (no tattoo regret at all). Although Nate believes star signs are complete B.S., I am the most virgo someone could possibly be – #typeA, am I right?
9. I am a Disney lover. Nate and I used to have season passes to Disneyland when we lived in California. I basically based my YouTube channel, which I have since neglected, on Disney vlogs (I really need to get back to vlogging). I love all things Disney, including Disney+ as of lately. I’ll put one of my favorite videos we’ve done below!
10. Lastly, I am truly an introvert. I am very much a homebody and would rather stay in than go out any day. My boyfriend is my best friend and we love hanging out at home. I am pretty shy until you get to know me, and even getting this blog up and running was scary, but I have been wanting to do this for a long time now and am so happy I did.
And there you have it: 10 facts about me! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @jennablazi to stay up to date on when I post something new. Thanks for clicking on Jenna’s Day 😊
