summer week vlog | why I'm leaving ca, working, surfing

[@jettwashed]

i always feel like i'm watching an indie movie with your content

[@keilychaurio4827]

Same

[@doloresmoniz1588]

same

[@eatingadventures9614]

Same

[@bayleighstevens]

Same

[@mohdlukman6348]

Good.nice

[@sarahjaneyun]

we're all here for Elena finally being able to go back to NYC and work ittttttttt

[@ElenaTaber]

SAME it is timeee

[@jean-micheldoumar5688]

@@ElenaTaber Hi Elena, I would just like to say that you are one of the prettiest KZbinrs out there. I wish you continued success in your KZbin adventure and hope it lasts long!

[@inessilva9370]

As a person from the South of Portugal (also with a very prominent beach culture) I can definitely relate to what you were describing. Living in a bigger city, where there is more of a hustle culture, is such a motivation to do more and achieve more!

[@carolinashoemaker5938]

I think it's like what she said in the video, it definitely depends on the stage of life you're on, and what you want to do. When I was in high school I wanted to move to a big city and work it there, I've now lived in a big city for years and while I have enjoyed my time here, I just feel tired all the time now, I want my life to be more quiet and slow paced.

[@sarahs.booklove]

Ahhh. Best wishes to Portugal from Germany!! My family‘s portuguese and I can‘t See them this year due to COVID...

[@familyontherun]

We are in Portugal now and I can see what are you saying. Although - Beach life is kind of amazing here too😍

[@ashleyviquez5240]

I really really appreciate that you called it "beach culture" as opposed to "San Diego culture." As a native San Diegan, my experience is that most San Diegans' lives have NEVER looked like beach culture. San Diego is full of so many diverse people with a myriad of socioeconomic statuses and backgrounds (we are right on the border, a city of immigrants!). It's easy to get sucked into the idea that all of San Diego looks like the incredible lives that people live on the beach. There is so much environmental racism in Barrio Logan, redlining has made a lot of beach communities homogenous--I could keep going. I love this city and community so much and, yes, the beach is my favorite place on the planet. But I thought I would bring some attention to the community that exists around the beach culture. With that being said, I do love your content! And I wish you all the best in New York ✨✨✨

[@ElenaTaber]

I absolutely agree! San Diego is an incredibly diverse place and taught me so much while in college there :,)

[@lightoffaithchristian4382]

Environmental racism?

[@laurenshikari]

While I’m glad you’re moving back to NYC I will definitely miss these CA vlogs so much, they brought me so much happiness and joy and calmness during everything that was going on in the world, definitely what was right and needed these last 5 ish months - I wish you all the best of luck in NY and hope you’re doing well and keeping safe and happy! x

[@ElenaTaber]

Ah this makes me incredibly happy to read :,)

[@coleehh1219]

For someone who grew up in California, I love going to the beach, the sun, the vibes and everything about this state. But This year I traveled to NYC for the first time alone and it was such an experience I could never abandon. NYC made me feel so independent as a 20 year old and inspired me to be productive and put myself out there. Walking out on the streets of NY alone for the first time, there are hundreds of people hustling and constantly moving with headphones in. For someone that wants to go to med school and continue to work hard, I find the NYC life is much suited for me especially in my young 20s. I will forever love Socal, but I would definitely move to NY if I ever get the chance. Safe travels Elena!

[@AlissaandJager]

I'm a born and raised east-coaster currently trying to move to NYC and this is super accurate! I considered moving out west to Denver or the PNW but in the end, I'm someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and I think moving west would actually be bad for my mental health lol

[@talia5416]

shoutout to all the people who stayed in NYC during all of quarantine, we really did that

[@olivia.anelise]

👏🏼

[@hannahsocolofsky5083]

This seriously almost made me cry with its simple beauty and your maturity and wisdom about the path ahead. Cheers to you heading back to your home!

[@madelinestone5072]

have loved all this whimsical beachy content but i’m excited for you to get back to where you want to be!

[@ElenaTaber]

Thank you 🥺❤️

[@nailonb]

I shall miss the CA vlogs but everything you said comparing the two places makes so much sense. I really appreciate how down to earth you are. Truly refreshing little talks on here.

[@AllySheehan]

completely love the notion of "not wanting to be comfortable in this stage of life" let me struggle a little and laugh and grow

[@KiaraMadisen]

This video has such good vibes & THE MUSIC 😱🎶 gonna miss u being on the west coast (best coast), but I know you will THRIVE being back in NYC

[@anniejones9861]

You’re so incredibly intelligent. I love to listen to you speak, for example when you explained your view of nyc vs beaches ca culture. It’s just quite refreshing to watch you: a young adult who is so motivated and shares so many of these experiences; it gives me confidence to challenge myself and reassures me that adulthood isn’t as scary as it seems. Your whole vibe is everything I want in life and you truly inspire me to work hard and be comfortable in myself :)

[@biancaellob]

Born + raised New Yorker here!! Watching your Cali vlogs during the pandemic have made me feel so calm when our streets feel so sad. We really went thru it these last buncha months and man, I’m gonna miss these beach vlogs. They’re just so unlike life here and I think that’s why we all enjoy them so much 💕😭

[@caitlynm924]

i am from santa barbara, now living in Portland, and you put it perfectly!! that’s exactly how i feel about so cal vs a bigger city. i love sb and miss it dearly but the growth i’ve experienced from 5.5 years in Portland has been amazing and im thriving in this culture.

[@anitacarter8060]

Your beach videos are so chill… After I get home from work and I’m trying to just relax… I love watching them such great vibes and such great memories… And who doesn’t love the ocean! Oh, and you always have the best music…👗👒🌞🏄🏻‍♀️🏄🏼🏝😁👍🏻

[@rfishe]

i hope you stay safe and healthy moving back :) you did such a great job documenting the beauty of california and it’s so beautiful to know that these places aren’t going anywhere. you’ve made me really want to learn how to surf haha.

[@emmahinchcliffe]

as someone who was raised outside nyc and then went to orange county for college, you are definitely right about the stereotypes. i miss the hustle and bustle of the northeast that i don't think southern california always has (i still love it, but it feels so laidback compared to the quick pace of nyc/boston)

[@ElenaTaber]

Yesss! Glad you feel the same way and I’m not off 😅

[@roshaniravi8680]

@@ElenaTaber I think the perfect balance is Seattle! You should try it out sometime Elena!

[@manisha840]

I love how honest you are! I totally can relate to wanting to be challenged during this phase of life in our 20's! Can't wait to see what you'll accomplish this year! You'll do amazing things! Of course it's sad to think that certain things may not ever be the same again due to COVID but also this time has given us an opportunity to reflect and appreciate things like never before. Sending you lots of love!! xoxo ❤️️

[@angeliee]

how is everyone in san diego so beautiful 😩

[@sorchx]

Yeah don;t think I'll ever be going there. I'd look like a pasty potato next to all these supermodels.

[@angeliee]

the *beachiest* vibes 🏄🏽 gonna miss these cali vlogs!!

[@ericagaertner7084]

Was so great hearing how you feel about California vs. NYC... I totally get it now! u go chase ur dreams!!!!!

[@caitlinscott3325]

Dude I feel you on the CA talks. I grew up in Ventura (upper SoCal I guess?) and it’s SUCH a bubble. I had to move back from SF because I lost my job and it’s been almost a reverse culture shock. I forgot how the people here have no intention of ever leaving and are pretty narrow minded. This will always be my home but there’s so much more to the world and it’s important to find an environment that will get you out of your comfort zone!

[@lydiatraylor6844]

Love love love your thoughts on beach culture vs NYC. I love how you always talk about striving for more and not being content with comfortability. I resonate with that so much in my life rn, just made a big move from Dallas to Tennessee, something I never would have done a year ago! Always trying to push my limits so thank you for always reminding your followers of that

[@Hinshawlizzy]

Your music and editing style is so so unique

[@ElenaTaber]

ah thank ya!

[@jeannelle_]

Your vlogs are such a vibe!! They're my favorite and I can watch your vlogs everyday!! Love the aesthetics and how you edit

[@anitacarter8060]

I agree her videos are beautiful… I always feel like I’m on a little vacation…😁🙌🏻

[@Lamchopzzz]

You inspire so many. An appreciative reminder.

[@ElenaTaber]

🥺💓💓💓💓

[@Iriss89]

I just discovered your channel yesterday and have been binge-watching since; my only regret is not stumbling upon it sooner...Amazing girl with such amazing content!! Love from Toronto, Canada.

[@TheJuliette681]

It's incredible to see that I could totally relate to what you said about NYC/CA even though I'm French. I still can't say whether I want to live in Paris or by the ocean (I'm 21). But what you said about the need of challenge, the importance of not being too comfortable, especially in your 20s, so that you can work hard and focus on building a career, really inspired me. I wish you the best Elena and I also wanted to add that I truly loved your vlogs :)

[@nicolev.ordonez4826]

excited for ya, girl!! Glad you got to take a pause in CA and are now ready to kick it into high gear in NYC!! We miss ya here!

[@tajashania]

i’m gonna miss your cali vlogs, they’re like sunshine in a video! ☀️

[@ran_haibara]

i love seeing your college friends the most! it reminds me of your college vlogs 😭

[@almalorena1999]

You are so beautiful, both inside and out!! Love both facets, I’m excited to see what NY has in store for you this time around

[@lauramarazzi1012]

Loved this Elena! I really resonate with what you said about certain places/environments being complacent. I feel like my hometown is like that and it's a struggle sometimes to hustle and keep motivated when those around you are quite complacent!

[@aymansiam515]

Hey thank you for sharing your thoughts on CA vs NYC. I have been living in nyc all my life, currently in sophomore in NYU, and during the pandemic I’ve able to do a lot of self reflection and one goal I have is being more in the present and taking things slower but also being in nyc there will always be a hustle and like you said a drive to do something bigger than yourself. Idk what I’m trying to say but I guess I’m trying to find a balance between grinding and enjoying life and I really hope you are too, which it seems like it! Btw the energy I get from your videos really makes the day 1000% better so thank your for that!

[@Katechap20]

THAT AIRSTREAM. I’m sobbing. So in love.

[@DaphneSteketee]

Once again, such a beautiful video 😍 I just want to say that you're such an inspiration to me, and help me push myself out of my comfortzones!! It's so important to develop as a person 💕 Thank youu 😊

[@e.g.titsworth6525]

love how cinematic your videos are!

[@MadelineElaineYT]

Elena you create the BEST peaceful, sunshiney vibes and I’m so grateful for it💛

[@dawnnpark]

omg new girl is and always has been my JAM

[@linzystar101]

the music in each one of your videos is IMPECCABLE

[@lilyfitzgerald1079]

Your videos are always so vibes! Seriously some of the best content, video quality and background music!!

[@KathyMathews]

Watching your videos are a part of my morning routine 🌞

[@faithholley7920]

GRACE LOOKS SO BEAUTIFUL

[@annieeepamelaaa]

Can’t have enough of this girl content! I feel so inspired after I watch your vids♥️

[@megganjohnson1901]

I'm currently living in contryside UK but pervisously lived in Lonodn and totally feel you, living in New York pushing you out of comfort zone and inspiring ! London did this for me breifly but New york is the dream GREAT VIBES !

[@alexandra_pink]

I feel like you would enjoy San Francisco if you want a bit of a mix of NY and OC while still being relatively close to your family. Maybe a longer term thought for the next few years

[@pietromaximoff2414]

we’re going to miss the cali content but so happy for youuu

[@TheGinalalala]

Great CA content, Elena! Brings back such warm memories of my Cali home life. As a New Yorker who has been quarantining in the Apple since March, please know that what you’re flying back to is not the New York you left. I’m in no way trying to appear gloom or dramatic, but thought it’d be important to mention this as you make your way back into the city. I’m sure you’ve read the many articles describing NYC in its current state of feeling like a “ghost town”. In a short phrase, I’ll only say: It’s not the same, at ALL! New York will always bounce back, but alas, this feels far from happening right now. NY’s soul is currently checked out. ----But on a lighter note, people who want the ‘bouncing’ to begin, like yourself, will help NYC regain its soul. So to that, cheers and the best to you!!! To (still) L♥️ving NY! 🥂

[@danielledoherty5452]

Gina G i also live here and it’s not as gloomy as you say, at least where I live (LES). It gets more lively every week. It’s definitely not perfect and definitely not back to normal but it’s not as bad as it was these past few months.

[@TheGinalalala]

I agree that the current NYC is not identical to the start of this calamity. I think NY reporter, Allan Ripp, articulates this very well....”New York is looking shabbier and feeling gloomier than anytime I remember in 40-plus years. Homeless camps have moved into many neighborhoods. Once-vibrant stores and cafes are shuttered, along with clubs and theaters. Random street crimes are the tabloid rage. Midtown is missing its spark of shoppers, office workers and tourists; density isn’t the social ambrosia it was. Even the 7 p.m. cheers for health-care workers have lost their spirit, less Gershwin and more school assembly.” -- “As municipal tax coffers dwindle, so will the arts and quality-of-life services, including sanitation and education. Why should aspiring creatives flock someplace where they can’t showcase their talent?” All this to say: I (too) will still take Manhattan. www.nydailynews.com/opinion/ny-oped-ill-still-take-manhattan-20200813-xept46irkjektoqrdojexyvxeq-story.html?fbclid=IwAR0B23PWIA10zS5jq1goM-2wVYNJmpgSwSc-2JhMFt8deJFltvmRRP-5RJk

[@defneozcakar9373]

your videos are such a vibe!

[@haileynelson3058]

I’m from San Diego but am going to school out of state and these videos just give me the best feeling ❤️🥰

[@cb5170]

Elena your editing skills are just wowz

[@mayaloza2140]

I live for your music !! It’s always sooo good! you have such good taste !

[@NeoProdigy99]

80's vibes everwhere!!

[@hedzi]

your vlogs make me so calm and happy :)

[@wildworld369]

Curious if you’ve read Power of Now! Loved your comparison of beach culture vs NYC. I also feel like they are two opposite ends of the spectrum. Keep the vlogs coming 💖

[@annalyndell]

So interested in that point of view, I live in the countryside of SW England and everything's pretty lovely and chill here like you described southern CA to be... BUT I LOVE IT and can't hack the city life! I don't do well under pressure and plus I'm happiest out in nature

[@michellemei]

This was so aesthetically pleasing ✨

[@sarahhope2216]

Oh Elena, you make life look like such a beautiful thing and I appreciate you doing it! 😊

[@karlatorres1877]

watching this while waiting for my class. love it as always!

[@agneslo5156]

Thank you for getting me into Marlin’s Dreaming last month!! They’re one of my favorite bands now 💕

[@doloresmoniz1588]

You are so pretty😍 Im a big fan of you. watching all of your videos make me feels like I'm in vacation as well. keep it up girl😍

[@sophiedandanell2647]

So excited for NY vlogs!!

[@katherine.armstrong02]

That montage at the end of the video 😍

[@rebeccasylvernale8531]

I just moved to NY and while it def isn't quite the same loud in your face city it was in all my visits throughout my years, it's still incredibly lively and full of so many people dedicated to making the world better (and bonus: people are very serious about wearing masks here, I've never felt safer)

[@BRIANAJONESCHASE]

Yes ! I feel the exact same. I just moved out of san clemente for those same reasons.

[@GoldenSnowFairy]

Stopping halfway through to comment because your videos are so incredibly beautiful and well-made

[@londonnedelman2732]

i loved this vid!! I love your style and aesthetic, u inspire me so so much :))

[@joliedeal]

ok but elena's editing is everything

[@mariuscyubahiromanzi7914]

Your videos are inspiration to many

[@megancolton13]

yessss i live for the new york content

[@montypop]

Things were so bad here in England, I had my first coffee and reading session for 6 months this week, I know those feels and it feels sooo good!

[@samkaufman9338]

New Girl is the best show to ever exist

[@not-a-ghost2206]

Omg i loved the night day separation thing! So proud of the things you achieve😊🙌

[@gimenahernandez3116]

so how's it feel to live out my dreams Elena?

[@katelyngordon560]

Idk why but your videos give me such a sense of calm about “after college life” currently a junior and getting a bit nervous about my direction in life lol

[@lapsilazuli284]

Hey Elena , cool videos love your vibe. I'm 30yo now & I grew up in Toronto which is stones throw away from Chicago & NY and its my dream to actually relax a little and have some strangers smile at me ie. West coast vibes xox

[@humphrey]

FIRST, i love your channel, definitely inspiring me.

[@humphrey]

not really first but "early" 😂

[@ElenaTaber]

we love an early comment :')

[@alexncaceres]

This was such a peaceful vlog, I wish I was on a beach right now 😍😍 also I totally understand your want to go back to the city and be more productive and all!

[@annabutler5389]

New Girl is my favorite show of all time

[@taifrasier]

wait. did Elena and Fletcher get back together? 👀

[@elles9540]

Asking the same thing girl

[@Mal01-khan]

When did the broke up ? He was in her "trip" vlog to south (if I am not mistaken about the place) calafornia vlog

[@vuurstuurder]

@@Mal01-khan About a year ago? I think? But whatever it is, I hope she's happy and feeling great atm!

[@theactivespirit]

Manahil Mkhan a while back. she never mentioned it in a video but confirmed in her comment section.

[@victoriamayrose5219]

Since she's been in San Diego theyve been hanging out

[@martamossberg6989]

I'm from socal too (redondo beach) and I completely agree with what you said! I feel like everyone I know just wants to stay here forever (which I get) but i'd rather push myself. LOVE YOUR VIDEOS

[@ElenaTaber]

Yes !! Love that for you :,)

[@mohdlukman6348]

@@ElenaTaber ver.nice

[@mohdlukman6348]

💖💖💕💟💞💓💜💛💚💗💗💗

[@annevanheeckeren2585]

Elena, loved every second of this video! ❤️

[@monicatpereira]

The Michael Kiwanuka in the beginning 😌💞😭😭😭💞💞💞💞

[@ElenaTaber]

LOVE him so much wow

[@vicwilli6435]

Loved this!! Here for it & excited for you to be in NYC again 🥰

[@tillyheal7099]

Loved this vid!! So calming

[@hannahhunt222]

I LOVE Elena's videos, but watching these vlogs makes me wonder like am I being crazy for not seeing my friends or family because of COVID?? it's like social distancing doesn't exist for youtubers/influencers

[@littletoe116]

Same, I think the same thing! Definitely you're not crazy. I can't believe she doesn't even acknowledge it!

[@wesleighbyrd9727]

I love the music you put in this one! Is there a way to find out what they are? Also 1000% agree with california culture and think of you often trying to embody the same worth ethic/ stay ready for growth opportunities. Miss you very much. Also that pie. YUM.

[@betsystaab3150]

I love you cali blogs they make me feel relaxed and happy :) you seem like a lovely humble girl. :)

[@berline7903]

Idk but I’m so new I just wanna say your so pretty and u look like a Disney princess.

[@em6239]

your food always looks so amazing & healthy! you should do a cook with me :)

[@charlottechan7089]

i grew up in the city, and i go to college in nyc. so i've always been a city girl. like you said, i'm always so inspired by nyc. i can't really imagine living outside the city, but i also dream about living in that "beach culture" too. but i've also never lived outside of a city , so i think im just confused lol.

[@milenaale]

WE STAN some good content with Fletcher :)))))))

[@SaraB305x]

will miss these CA vlogs for sure :)

[@itzelzaragoza2533]

Love your videos! You've been inspiring me to create my own, thank you!!!

[@carlahernandez5341]

Hi! I'm not sure if you've answered this before but what program do you use to edit your videos?

[@nicholefahey7040]

God it freaks me out seeing her hang out with so many ppl. Did I imagine covid

[@vournalist]

Gonna miss the cali vibe injection from each one of your videos

[@liv0203]

in love with your vlogs 🥺

[@nataliaguimaraes4703]

ughhh i LOVE your videos so much!!!