Getting to Know Me: A Little About My Life

 So, I’ve given you a short update about my life, but for those of you who don’t really know me, I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself properly.

First and foremost, my name is Payton King (Blackwood), and I’ve been with my husband for 11 years now (married for 8). He works in the military, and we live close to base and all of our favorite attractions. Our family owns Lake Worth Florist and Hidden Gardens Venue, where I’ve been working for the past 11 years. Flowers and events have been a huge part of my life, and I love being part of something that brings people joy.

My husband and I share our home with three pups—Gypsy, our Great Pyrenees mix, and Daisy and Stormy, our long-haired dachshund sisters. They keep life fun, chaotic, and full of love.

A Few Fun Facts About Me:

• Books Are My Escape – I have been obsessed with reading my entire life. In 2022, a friend introduced me to ACOTAR, and ever since, I’ve been fully back into my reading era. Last year alone, I read 54 books!

• Tea Over Everything – Hot or cold, morning or night, I will never say no to a good cup of tea.

• My Ideal Life? A Cottage Dream – I often romanticize my life like I’m living in one of my favorite books. I imagine a cozy cottage (which I actually live in) surrounded by trees, sunlight streaming through the windows, flowers blooming, and my pups running wild.

• Finding Joy in the Little Things – I cherish every day and do my best to stay positive despite life’s challenges.

• Current Favorite Color? Lavender – It’s calming, peaceful, and just makes me happy.

• Favorite Food? Pork Bao Buns – Need I say more?

• My Aesthetic? Vintage, Cozy, Old-World Living – Think warm lighting, well-loved books, and a life that feels like a Jane Austen novel.

• TV Habits? All or Nothing – I go through phases of no TV at all, and then suddenly, I’m binge-watching The Vampire Diaries or Grey’s Anatomy for the hundredth time.

• Introvert with an Extroverted Side – Some of my friends swear I’m an extrovert, but really, I just come alive around the right people. At heart, I’m definitely an introvert.

• Honesty is My Policy – I don’t sugarcoat things. If you don’t want the truth, don’t ask me (though I might just tell you anyway).

• Dream Life? A Beautiful, Balanced Future – I want to move to another country one day and live a life that balances work, health, and happiness in a breathtaking location.

• Living with Autoimmune Disorders – I deal with chronic pain, so giving myself something to look forward to is important. I strive to create a life that supports both my body and my spirit.

• Personality Type? A Mix of Many – Some say I have a Type A personality, but my Enneagram type is a 9 (Peacemaker) with a 1 wing, which is where my Type A personality comes into play. I’m also a Taurus—so yes, I can be stubborn, but if you’re in my corner, I will protect and love you for life.

• Career Goals? A Dreamy Bookstore, Counseling Space & Tattoo Art – My ultimate dream is to own a bookstore with a cozy area where people can study, drink tea or coffee, and enjoy local baked goods. In the back, I’d have a few offices where I can do my counseling work, blending my love for books, community, and helping others all in one space. My husband is actually starting a career in tattoo art, and I’d love for us to combine our passions into one place—because tattooing is a form of therapy too! A space that brings creativity, healing, and self-expression together sounds like the perfect dream to me.

Anywho, enough about me—tell me about YOU! Let’s be friends!