July Round-Up '26

Welcome to another edition of "What has Alix been up to?" in which I give personal updates, followed by projects I've been working on and a massive collection of super cool media that I gush about for what might be too long. There is a lot to talk about, so I'll get right to it - I hope you enjoy, and that you'll find something new to check out by the end of it! Thank you for being here!

Alix's Daily Life

This month was so busy and overwhelming it's hard to remember much of anything day to day... there were many difficult moments, for both myself and many people I care dearly for. I've been trying my best to keep it together no matter what life throws at me, and I'm grateful to be trusted by friends as a source of comfort when they've needed someone. To those who have reached out - we're gonna make it somehow, and I'm here for you.

Late July also marks six months since my life was turned upside down. The passage of time doesn't feel real, most days being almost dreamlike and hazy, and emotionally the pain persists with how forcefully I was denied closure. After I physically left Los Angeles, I was told I was "owed no explanation" and then blocked everywhere, despite my former partner having previously claimed to "want to keep supporting" me. Moving forward continues to be a big challenge because I genuinely can't comprehend why the kindness and support I continued to give afterward, and wish to simply understand why, was met with such hurtful treatment. Knowing that part of the impetus really was to leave me for someone else despite what I was told to my face has also been difficult to come to terms with.

And yet... We move.

Despite feeling more down than up, I'm grasping joyful moments and pushing myself to spread hope and happiness no matter what. I have two super fun roomies I get to go on adventures with, and I'm starting to make more friends out here in SLC. I have a few future plans that I'm especially excited about in the coming months to see people close to my heart who I've missed deeply. Making friends with more people online, connecting through my art or streams, has helped me keep holding on. I'm working really hard to get help for myself too, beyond talking things out with friends, even though there have been immense roadblocks to getting this. I won't give up though, and I'm striving to get to a place where I can smile and laugh even more heartily. I feel like I say this often, but thanks to everyone who has stayed beside me: you make a huge difference in my life.

Moving on to more lighthearted subjects, did you know... that Utah has a single theme park? And that it's actually very good?? We took advantage of the half-price July ticket special Lagoon was putting on and I had an utter blast!! Roller coasters are big favorites of mine (the more thrilling the BETTER!!), so trying new places like this makes me spectacularly gleeful. We went on so many cool things, but I think my favorite rides were Cannibal and Wicked! The dark rides Dracula's Castle and Terroride had terrifically spooky vibes, and Nutcracker was a huge swing ride that made me feel like I was going to be flung into the sun. Speaking of which - we went on a very hot day (most of July was in at least the 90's temperature-wise), so I sought out the single thing in the park that wouldn't destroy my tummy: a raspberry Dole Soft Serve - and that powered me through the day. I didn't get to ride everything, so I'd definitely like to go back and revisit my favorites plus more!!

At a crowded yet cozy little garage that acts as a popular venue for concerts, I attended the first rock concert I've been to since 2020. We went to see a band Cin loves - Stereosity - performing their new album, New Life Will Grow. This album's premise hits very close to home at this point in my life, presenting hopefulness and optimism in times where "you're expected to simply move on." This was very gratifying to hear and watch performed live, and watching each performer's fingers fly up and down their guitars was seriously amazing! We also saw a couple of other bands perform prior, including Stereosity's touring buddy Melancholy Club, which set the tone for a very screamo and rock-based sound. It was super nice to see a concert like this again. We also viewed the full "buck" moon that night, as named by Native Americans who would see young bucks with fully grown antlers this time of year!

My roomies and I celebrated Lunar Landing Day together! We looked up hopeful science-related news, I streamed Sonic Colors on Twitch, I cooked up some delicious burgers while Echo steamed tasty veggies, and we watched Project Hail Mary while we drank gleep glorp soda floats (I very much enjoyed the movie - it was WAY funnier than I expected - and love the themes of connection and friendship despite it all, plus the creature is too cute!).