The Spark

I've thought about the concept of a blog time and time again. I've always loved expressing myself through writing and I even delved into the waters of blogging with a very tragic attempt at a music blog when I was sixteen. Thank God for growth.

Now at the ripe age of twenty-six, I've decided to share with the world all of my experiences, including achievements and failures. I know what you're thinking.

"Jayla just sells t-shirts. It's not that deep."

Oh, but it is.

When I was nineteen, I was experiencing the hardest bout of depression I could imagine. From extreme thoughts of depression to failing my classes; I was fully checked out of life and had truly given up on the idea that I had any purpose.

So one day, I did something I hadn't done in over a year.

I got on my knees and began to pray. I asked for healing, help, clarity, and a sign.

A hope. A purpose. A Spark.

About a week later, a sub-culture of Pinterest piqued my interest and I began exploring the idea of holographic materials. I immediately became passionate and hungry for more knowledge on clothing lines, materials, and graphic design.

This, my friends, is what I considered to be MY SPARK.

I felt in my soul that this was the path to take. I prayed for confirmation of my plans and felt nothing but joy. I started a vegan lifestyle (which is another blog post for another day), joined a new church, and eventually, my depression subsided and I started feeling like the purpose in my life was restored. I was happy, inspired, and so grateful for life.

So that's why I started this brand. I know there are other people out there who have experienced darkness or are finding their purpose. My designs, my logo, and my brand are all about that passion for life and wanting to strive for more. HeyPixelCo is a MOVEMENT and a PROMISE to ourselves that we will be all that we are called to be. It's about living a purposeful life.

So that feeling you get when you're writing in your journal, singing in the shower, or even buying a plane ticket? That rush of adrenaline? When your heart is beating fast and you can't stop smiling?

That's it. That's The Spark. Run after that.

xoxo Jayla