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Cheers for new beginnings

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Approximately about 5 days ago my life just had a major 360 degrees change that starts with a new beginning and adventure in my life which I’m about to embark and that I’m very excited to share with all of you. Event though sounds very exciting is also one of the most difficult and sad decisions I have ever made in my life. I was actually not expecting this to happen this fast. However, is a risk I have accepted to do not only for the fact that it was something that felt very strongly about but also for the fact that I am young women with any strong commitments that anyone in the same position would  also do the same. Sometimes we just need the courage to overcome that fear.

Since the beginning of the year many of these questions started living in my mind for a long period: Have you ever wondered why do we always fall into a life routine? Why do we settle for what we have without knowing if there’s something better out there for us? Why do we always fear to take the risk of leaving something we love so much for something we want to try to do? , but the sad thing is that i never did nothing about it. Why? For fear of not having a safe plan, for fear of risking a good salary, for fear of changing my lifestyle and for the simple fact of loosing something I really loved and that I’ve worked so hard to just throw it away.

Two weeks ago I started thinking something my grandfather always used to say to me and my brothers: “We only regrets the opportunities that life gives us and that we did not know how to take advantage of”, which ended up been my push to make a decision that was about to change my life. This decision involved giving up the most dreamed job that every girl would kill to have for a new dream, a desire that begins with starting a personal career through the travel blogging. This decision was not easy for me to take and probably this is why I have been so absent from social networks these past days. I need it a break to really overcome this great change that was a decision by my own personal choice.

For those who do not know the last almost 9 years of my life I dedicate them to work for the best brand in the fashion business: Ralph Lauren. I remember that with only 20 years old I started my journey in this corporate world. A brand and two incredible companies welcomed me with open arms where I had the opportunity to learn, grow, mature, value, and got inspire from so many things. But above all that I have also had the most valuable opportunity to meet incredible people in this dream journey. Probably many these people who I will not see again in my life but I had the honor of working with them, others I met for work and that today are very special and important people in my life.

What was more challenging for me to leave this “job” was to give up an achievement, a goal that over time became a daily passion that I always wanted to have and for which I had worked very hard to achieve. To be honest, I always pictured my self in this brand and company for a long-term plan until I could continuously keep developing my professional career satisfactorily for many years more. For me this meaned until I could be a Vice President or have a Senior Management position (They say the sky is the limit but I think I went above it). It sounds like a lie but there were  many growth opportunities in which I visualized myself in many years if I was still in RL. Although I did not climb as fast as I thought I still felt lucky to have a job that I felt so inspire and love so much everyday that sometimes I pinched myself to see if it was reality.

During my time at RL I always used to travel a lot and this led me to the idea of creating a blog to express my style and share my travel stories which I have started 4 years ago. When I started my blog I never thought of starting it as a business, I start it as a hobby, as a personal journal where I found the way to express myself, to find myself as a person and as a woman. Hard to believe but the blog has helped me a lot to believe in myself, to be beat the shyness on me, been more friendly,  to propose to do anything I want, even to have my own identity. For those who know me as a child, they know that I have always lived under the shadow of my 2 beautiful oldest sisters whom I love and admire so much and that always use to mimic them. So this platform helped me a lot to find my identity.

For the last 4 years I was able to develop the blog part time while working in RL full time and wanted to follow this path since I’ve really loved doing both. But the reality is that it was becoming increasingly difficult  for me because of the lack of time and the truth is that as we grow also does the responsibilities. Many people think that blogging is super easy or that is not a real job but the truth is that blogging is very big job that requires a lot of dedication, time and especially vacations if I wanted to continue traveling the same way I did (which I had a hard time doing since I didn’t have enough vacations). This was one of the many reasons that made me took the decision to give up something that I love so much to dedicate myself to my personal career as travel blogger. Crazy? Yes, maybe a little but  the feeling I have inside me of empowering this new path is not normal that I just need it to give it a try and see how it goes.

So from now on I am a woman dedicated to explore the world sharing these experiences with all of you and that from the bottom of my hearth I will like to ask for your support since now I will be more active in my networks and my page. Many people have asked me if I will I return to the corporate world? The truth is that I don’t know yet. Maybe yes or maybe not but for now I just want to enjoy what I love the most that is continuing discovering new places. Yes, it is an extremely strong change after having worked almost 9 years in the corporate world, but it is something that I will learn to do and overcome in time. Will the risk be worth it? I don’t know yet but I hope that it does and if the case is the opposite at least is an experience that will teach me something and for sure a great story to tell my children and grandchildren about.

For the next 2 months I will be in Africa which will be a very special journey due to the change that I am going through but I’m sure it will help me see life from a different and new perspective. After Africa my plan is to go live in Mexico to develop my blog. For now, this is what I have plan so far. I want to thank all my family and friends who helped me, supported me in this big decision of following a new dream.

How about you? Have you ever had a dream you want to try to accomplish? Are you thinking to change or giving up work in exchange for experiencing something you’ve always wanted to try? I would love to hear your story.

Thank you very much for reading and stay tuned for my photos of my Africa project in which I will be collaborating and sharing soon!

Love,

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Makeup: Ana Raquel Chang

Body: Stradivarious

Tutu: Custom made

Shoes: Keds

Watch: Daniel Wellington

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  1. Karina carrillo says on March 22, 2017

    Hace un poquito comencé a seguirte en tus redes sociales y quiero decirte que lo que hacés me parece chivisima, logras inspirar a muchas. Me encanta tu carisma ? Espero pronto verte haciendo videos de los viajes en YouTube de fijo tendrías miles de seguidores.
    Te escribo desde Costa Rica ??

  9. Jo says on November 23, 2016

    I absolutely love this outfit which was styled perfectly. I am currently working in corporate world so I could relate to many things you mentioned here. I am beyond excited for your next move as it takes so much courage to do so. I can’t wait to follow you along and see this beautiful world through your eyes.

    xo,
    Jo
    http://www.glamfashionbook.com

    • marcyyu says on December 10, 2016

      Thank you so much babe!!! For sure will miss the corporate world after 9 years and will miss it more when I see your corporate amazing looks as always!!! Thank you for your support.

      xx
      Marcy

      http://marcyyu.com

    • marcyyu says on December 10, 2016

      Thank you so much Jenelle!!! Yes, RL is such an amazing company and brand for sure will miss it but looking forward for this new adventure. Thanks for your support.

      xx
      Marcy

      http://marcyyu.com

  11. Jenn Hanft says on November 23, 2016

    Wow babe! Firstly, congrats on making the jump to pursue a newly formed dream that you’re so passionate about! A trip to Africa sounds amazing especially since you love to travel! Disembarking on a new adventure while making a leap is incredible! Secondly, it’s so awesome that life’s experiences led you to where you are today! I’m sure 9 years at RL has taught you a lot and who knows? Maybe you’ll find your way back into the corporate world! The world is your oyster, so chase your dreams <3 I'm sure you'll find happiness where ever you choose!

    XO Jenn
    http://www.jennsemble.com

    http://www.jennsemble.com

    • marcyyu says on December 10, 2016

      Thank you babe! It really make me really happy to read all the comments and getting the support. Yes who know maybe I will make it back to the corporate world. RL is such a great brand and company where I really learned so much.

      Love
      xx
      Marcy

      http://marcyyu.com

  14. Josie says on November 22, 2016

    Wow what a big leap of faith! I’m sincerely happy for you! Travelling and learning from other cultures is the most treasurer thing I think! Where are you headed in Africa?! I was born and raised in Burkina Faso a little country in west Africa and then I moved here in Canada for University! You will love Africa, it’s the best and yes I’m totally biased haha

    Bisous, Josie
    http://www.petiteandbold.com

    http://www.petiteandbold.com

    • marcyyu says on December 10, 2016

      I been almost 3 weeks in Kenya and absolutely love this experience. Have learned and see so much culture that make this experience so memorable. Absolutely love your culture babe.

      xx
      Marcy

      http://marcyyu.com

  15. GRACIE says on November 22, 2016

    Wow, congrats on making the leap to full time blogging. It is crazy how much time it takes to build a successful blog, so many do not understand. Good luck in Africa, cannot wait to see your adventures.
    xx, gracie
    snappedbygracie.com

    http://snappedbygracie.com

  16. Stephanie says on November 22, 2016

    Whoa! You are taking a serious leap of faith doing what you’re doing. What you’re embarking on is a beautiful journey, filled with so much adventure, and I can’t wait to see how that affects not only your blog, but you as an individual. I’m sure it will be filled with so much joy (and maybe some tears too), but I think it’s fantastic that you’ve made the decision to do something *different* and see where life takes you! Cheers to the future!

    Stephanie // SheSawStyle.com

    http://shesawstyle.com

  17. Samantha Mariko says on November 22, 2016

    Congratulations honey!! I can do anything you put your heart into – I’m sure it was a difficult decision, but I’m sure this new path will be even more fulfilling for you 🙂 Good luck!!

    http://www.samanthamariko.com

  19. Atsuna Matsui says on November 22, 2016

    Awww cheers to a new beginning! It’s so funny how I stumbled upon this cause I literally just turned in my two weeks notice at my office job so that I can pursue blogging full time. I’m in the same boat as you. Although it’s going to be scary and tough freelancing for the first time in my life, reading this really was so encouraging for me.

    xoxo
    http://www.atsunamatsui.com

    http://atsunamatsui.com

  22. Miki says on November 21, 2016

    So excited for you. Leaving the corporate world is a huge step. I love to travel as much as possible and often make a point of it. I have never been to South Africa, but worked with so many people from there and have seen numerous landscape photos that are so breathtaking. Enjoy your next chapter in life and the beautiful journey you’re about to embark on!

    Xo,
    Miki
    http://mikialamode.com

    http://mikialamode.com

  24. Julia (The Velvet Runway) says on November 21, 2016

    I’m sure this was a very big decision for you Marcy, but your grandfather was right that you only regret the opportunities that you don’t pursue! As someone who has followed your travels over the last year I am looking forward to seeing your continued adventures and I wish you every success!
    Julia x
    http://www.thevelvetrunway.com

    http://www.thevelvetrunway.com

  29. mayandtravel says on November 19, 2016

    your story is so inrpiring!!! giving up a wonderful corporate job at RL to pursue your wanderlust dream! thanks for sharing… can’t wait to read more about your adventure in Africa and Mexico 🙂

    http://inarabymay.com

  31. Mary says on November 19, 2016

    Muchos tenemos sueños algunos los cumplimos otros quizá no…. en lo personal el ver que una persona tan querida cumple sus sueños me hace sentir muy bien.. tanto como si fueran los míos hechos realidad…. por eso te impulse a hacerlo… te quiero mucho Mi Chini….