About

Hello Everyone!

I'm Lana, and I created this blog as a place to share my world with you. Im a wife to Michael and mother to my sweet babies Eli Amos and Emma Charlotte. I have two cats, two dogs, and I live in sunny Southern California.  I love to travel, write, run, challenge myself, make lots of memories and take lots of photos.

Why Alchemy? I've always been drawn to the word and what it represents. I love the idea of turning something ordinary into something extraordinary in a way that can't be explained. Creating something beautiful out of the things you already have or having the courage to become your true authentic self after letting go of fears and social beliefs is what alchemy is all about. It's about listening and following that little voice inside.   

I earned a degree in Communication from USC and dabbled in the Entertainment, Fashion and Travel  industries before making a big career change. In 2011, I became a Nurse and have since enjoyed working in the ER, Intensive Care, Pediatrics, Open Heart Surgical Recovery, and now, Gastroenterology. I think the best thing about my job is that I get to meet all kinds of different people and listen to their stories.  I get to make meaningful connections with them. It humbles me and teaches me, but most of all it inspires me to write my story. I've always had the nagging feeling inside of me to write, but I've always swept it to the side convincing myself that there is just not enough time in the day. This year I want it to be different though. So here it is! Hope you enjoy.