Ailana’s Journal — 2026-01-31 (Patreon)

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GOOD MORNING

How bad do things have to get for you to start laundry before you start the Keurig? That’s how bad things are around here.

I’m planning on “going bathrobe” through coffee and other morning rituals while I do a small load of clothes to wear today. I’ll get them washed and in the dryer, start another load, then hit the shower.

Fear not! I can edit my work and read dressed like this, so all’s well.

So let’s talk about laundry, shall we?

Are you a wash-it-all, dry-it-all, and put-it-all-away person? Or do you just do it bit by bit? How often do you have to get clean clothes out of the dryer?

I pretty much hate laundry, but I am a get-it-all-done-at-once person.

And for the record, Jason and I have agreed to this household practice. His add-in is that we won’t leave dirty dishes in the sink. The dishwasher is RIGHT THERE! I’ve always been about 95% like that—I’ve been known to leave a coffee mug in the sink… You know… in case you decide on another cup!

Well, as you start your morning, maybe you’ll laugh at the idea of me stranded in a bathrobe with my laptop waiting on the spin cycle to end!

I’ll be back later, so see you then!

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MEDITERRANEAN MOOD by Anika Kumar

Amir and I are on our honeymoon, and Min thought we should let everyone know how it’s going.

First of all, I would like it officially documented that Min is working while we are eating pastries in old stone cities. She keeps sending clinic updates. I keep sending pictures of food. This feels like balance.

We’ve walked streets that are older than most countries, sat at tiny café tables that wobble but somehow make coffee taste better, and gotten pleasantly lost more than once. There is something about not knowing exactly where you are that makes you pay closer attention to everything—the doors, the balconies, the way people talk with their hands.

Amir keeps stopping to read plaques. I keep stopping to look at window boxes. Together, this means we move very slowly. But honestly, that feels right. No rushing. No schedules. Just… being where we are.

We’ve talked about work, future plans, and yes, the clinic. Even here, that dream travels with us. But for now, it’s just two people learning how to be married in the middle of beautiful, ordinary moments.

Min, we promise we’ll come home eventually. Probably.

UFO BEACH

I was still in my bathrobe when Jason showed up in my text messages. He was excited about something he had discovered.

“I have a plan for today! I’m coming up to tell you about it.”

He was at the door before I could tell him to wait. Now let’s remember that we lived on “Savannah’s Charm” together for many days, so me in a bathrobe surprises no one who was there. Therefore, Jason was completely indifferent to my state of dress.

“There’s a UFO on the beach just north of here.” That was his opening line.

“A UFO?”

“It’s art. Or something. I want to go take some pictures and bang out a quick article. Will you help me?”

Need he ask? Of course!

And here’s what a description I found said about this place:

Off State Park Road 100 on South Padre Island, there’s a spot locals jokingly call UFO Beach—a piece of roadside, off-grid Americana. It started with an old half-buried metal fuselage someone dragged onto the sand. Over the years artists and visitors have covered it with paint, shells, and graffiti, turning it into a cheerful, colorful landmark.

It’s not “official,” but it’s become its own sort of roadside sculpture garden, a bright, slightly surreal place where beach days meet human whimsy and spontaneous creativity. Some people swear it’s just art. Others whisper about alien lore. Either way, it’s a good excuse to stop, laugh, take a photo, and wonder at all the strange little things people leave behind.

After we took the pictures and started home, I did some more digging. Let’s just say that Jason and I definitely won’t be coming back once the weather warms up! If you decide to Google the place, you’ll probably understand.

And… I’ll just leave it with this… Researching UFO Beach isn’t the only thing optional about it.

I’ll be back tonight with something… not this… See you then!

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT by Ricky Martinez

I have an uncle who is a bit of a curmudgeon. He likes to say, “Well, it’s always something. Sometimes, it’s two things at once!”

Today, he’s right.

We’ve been getting by okay since Isabela’s hours got cut to 30.5 per week. It’s meant simpler dinners and fewer snacks—probably actually a good change. It’s meant an extra blanket at night and being a little warm some days. We’ve cut back… People do that.

Today, we woke up to a plumbing problem—the bathtub’s water control knob was spitting water. The good thing is it seems to be only going out, not into the wall. Our landlord will fix it, but we have to pay a $50 fee for every repair.

Isabela had picked up a 4-hour shift this morning, so I guess we can handle that.

After the plumber left, I headed to my truck. I have a 2017 Ford Ranger that I drive. DoorDash puts some miles on it, but it’s held up.

Today… the Check Engine light came on. I stopped and got a free code-check from a parts store. Their system said it was “abnormal misfires on cylinder 1.” They offered to sell me a coil and spark plug system for about $150 and handed me a printout.

A misfire isn’t catastrophic, but I can’t go on driving with a cylinder going out. It might not be bad for a day or two, but in the long run, it has to be fixed.

Isabela has a cousin… She has a lot of cousins, and we thank God regularly that they are willing to help us through tough spots. We’re going to need to make a call…

GOOD NIGHT

Today, for me, has been really nice. After the trip to UFO Beach, I managed to finish laundry while Jason tapped out his article—struggling with how to address the optional aspects of the beach while still sharing accurate information.

When he was done, we took it to show Josh—who he partners with on content work—and we stayed for dinner. Geoni made loaded baked potatoes and a salad.

The conversation eventually turned to their adoption plans. Honestly, I was a little discouraged.

“It’s not going to be fast,” Geoni explained.

Somehow, I thought it would be any time now. Obviously, I don’t know much about it.

It starts with an application through a licensed agency or state department, followed by background checks, financial reviews, medical forms, and a home study where social workers make sure the environment is safe and stable.

“We are working with an agency,” Josh explained, “that is connected with state departments all across the southwest… Southern California… Nevada… New Mexico… Arizona… Texas… some of Okalohama… There’re a lot of moving pieces.”

There are interviews, training classes, and a lot of paperwork—because the goal is protecting kids, not just matching hearts. Once approved, families wait to be matched, and that timeline can be unpredictable. It’s a process built on patience, accountability, and proving you’re ready to put a child’s needs first every single day.

“We’ve been approved by Texas,” Geoni added. “Call it a first round to get into the process.”

Josh went on to say they are excited. Things are moving, wheels are turning, and they are on track.

So, I guess that’s how it goes. I just didn’t know the process…

May your plans flow from start to finish with ease, bringing your dreams into existence.

Good night.

Be your best you!

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January comes to an end… Wow… What a run it's been!

A year ago, Ailana reconnected with Jason. This past Monday, she put on "the ring" and it fit. So much has changed between those two moments.

February starts tomorrow and life in South Padre Island goes on. But changes are in the making!

A new studio location for AGI Creative…

A new location for the Sea Glass Gallery…

New cars…

An adoption…

A wedding to plan…

Min has selected a location for a clinic… Amir, Anika, and Vanessa are on their way. But what about David…?

And there's supposed to be some sort of a trip to Korea!

My hope is that you're finding the variety pleasing! The host of characters is hefty! That creates a lot of opportunities to keep things interesting.

Ailana's Journal is no longer just about a girl trying to move from a modeling career into writing (2024). It's no longer just about her and her friends sharing life, traveling, and doing volunteer work (2025).

Ailana's Journal has become much larger, much more real, and much more diverse.

It's now a broad collection of people living around her—some close, others once or twice removed. I really feel good about this—it allows me to give you what I hope will be a wide variety of interesting stories.

Here's a quick list of characters you'll be seeing in the months to come:

Ailana GevenJason KellerJosh RyanGeoni Naalk-RyanClay EverettSasha Baek-EverettJasmine BanksMicah BanksKaylee BranchIsaac BranchHudson Branch (the baby)Emily AmosAllen GevenRicky MartinezIsabela MartinezKirina YungEli ParksVanessa LenenDavid GregoryMin AuroraElias EstephanAnika Aurora KumarAmir Kumar

(And there's the guy that manages the rentals, Dave Callahan.)I sincerely believe great things lie ahead. I have story ideas that literally keep me awake at night! I can't wait to share them with you!

You can look forward to work in the studio, modeling jobs, travel, and updates on what everyone around the area is doing.

But, you'll still see the things you've come to expect… Ailana waking up, hair a mess… Authentic slices of life… Her working in her condo… Give-back days… Walks on the beach and in town…

As I’ve said before, I don’t plan on reducing Ailana’s presence in the Journal. Rather, I want to flesh out the world around her.

And my hope is that you'll be here to enjoy it all.

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