Hey everyone! My name is Kiani, and I’m excited to share some big updates in my life you. Right now, I’m in the process of buying my first home in Morriston, FL. Not just any house, it’s a brand-spankin new single wide and our very own piece of land where my husband and I will start our family, basically my dream come true! I can’t wait to make a home our family, and I really can’t wait for my man to rent an excavator and get started on the dirt bike track in the backyard, haha!
During the day, I work as a Capability Analyst for United Health Care’s provider portal. My role is all about connecting the dots between technology and business, and I get to lead various initiatives in areas like Broker, Employer, and Provider Search Services. It’s a dynamic job that keeps me on my toes, and I genuinely enjoy being part of the team I am on I get to work with good people.
Outside of work, I’m diving into something I’ve always wanted to do: learning to play the guitar! My dad gifted me a guitar for my 15th birthday, and it’s been a dream of mine to really learn how to play. But honestly, the best gift he ever gave me was moving our family to Florida when I was just four years old. Growing up here has given me a deep appreciation for nature and the diverse cultures around me. I love spending time outdoors—hiking, camping, or just enjoying the fresh air with my feet in the dirt, and meeting new people.
I am the youngest of 3 children, a brother and a sister, my family is so proud of me for completing my degree and now my Master’s of Science in IT! My parents worked very hard to try to give us the best opportunities, it took me over 10 years to pick a major and stick to it, but I am now at a finish line of sorts and looking back where I started makes me so thankful for them. My last two classes will be the Fundamentals of Metadata Practice and Theory and Digital Media Production. I’m really looking forward to a class on digital media production. In today’s digital world, understanding copyright and how to build a successful digital library is essential, and I can’t wait to dive into these topics.
And here’s the exciting news: I’m expecting my first baby with the love of my life! We are hoping for a girl, but as my pops would have said, as long as the baby has 10 fingers, 10 toes, and health we are blessed. With the house closing just around the corner, graduation in May, and a little one on the way, 2025 is shaping up to be an incredible year for me.
Thanks for following along on this journey of homeownership, parenthood, and all the adventures that lie ahead!
Hi Kiani! It’s nice to meet you. First off, I wanted to congratulate you on both your new home/land purchase and your first pregnancy! As a girl mom myself, I understand the anticipation of finding out the gender—I hope you get the little girl you want! But if you have a boy, I know he will be just as loved and blessed to be a part of your family. You mentioned your last two classes are Theories of Metadata practice and Digital Media Production, does that mean this is your final semester? Also, kudos to you for starting your guitar journey! I’m a big supporter of rediscovering your childhood passions in adulthood. I just started adult beginner’s ballet for fun! Buying leotards, skirts, and tights has really helped heal my inner child. Please feel free to keep me (or us) updated on your music progression! My only piece of feedback on your blogpost is to maybe reword the phrase for your embedded link, “where I started”. I loved the inclusion of the Tampa Bay Times article, it just wasn’t what I was expecting to find once I clicked the link itself. Overall, great post! 🙂
Hey Kiani,
You really have a lot of cool things going on this year! SO many major milestones including a growing family and a home purchase, WOW. It is so interesting how you linked the article about your family all attending college at the same time without providing context for what information the link would provide. I wasn’t sure what to expect from that link but I must say, very cool delivery of unique information. I really enjoyed your writing style, if felt like we were having a conversation. However, it seems like a few words were missing here and there so I would recommend reading your posts and hour or so after your write them to make sure all the spelling and grammar is tidy. The omitted words did not prevent me from understanding your writing but it’s just not as polished as it could be. Best of luck in your adventures in homeownership and parenting! 🙂
Hi Kiani,
It’s so nice to meet you digitally! Congratulations on your new home, your new baby, and reaching your final semester, that’s amazing timing! It certainly sounds like 2025 is your year! Your role as a Capability Analyst sounds fascinating, and I am curious what kind of work that entails. I can relate to your love of Florida, I moved here with my family when I was 10, and I have also fallen in love with the state. The article you linked was so cool to see. Your family sounds awesome, and going to college at 15 is impressive. I’m looking forward to the rest of the semester and I hope we both have a great time learning and growing in this class!
Take care!