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Why These 16 Memories Made 2016 Worth Living

Yes, my Converse made the list.

Allison Jacobs

Jan 02, 2017

University of Delaware

Why These 16 Memories Made 2016 Worth Living

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In no particular order, here is a list of 16 things that came into my life in 2016, and I never want them to leave!

1. Ghana (obviously)

I have been saying, "2016 was kind of boring. Except I went to Ghana.. that was cool." How could I not consider Ghana to be the most amazing thing that happened in 2016, if not my life! Traveling to Ghana for 3 weeks this summer brought me new friends, lifestyle changes, and eye opening memories. In case you have no heard me talk enough about Ghana, here is a link to my articles about the trip.

2. Devon and Holly

2016 brought me a new roommate, and two of the most adorable, kind hearted, hilarious, and care free best friends a girl could ask for. Straight from Downingtown PA, these two lovely ladies randomly walked into my life, and I am incredibly thankful.

Enter as strangers, leave as friends.

3. My white Converse

Classic, comfortable.

4. Dages

UDage? We do. At The University of Delaware, Day parties are all the rage. Dressing up fancy, and walking the town in cardigan sweaters and boots with your friends is the best way to spend a Saturday.

5. Albi

Albi is my best friend Sam's great friend from school. He is from Brazil and was studying in Boston. Last year he was a senior, and Sam was lucky enough to meet him. He his funny, sweet, and a great friend to Sam. She is currently visiting him in Brazil! I was so lucky to meet him last summer. He has a personality that makes you friends off the bat.

6. Mangos

I used to hate them, but after going to Ghana, I now eat them all the time!

7. My Pihpi Angels

This year I became a member of the founding class of Pi Beta Phi at UD. Getting the opportunity to develop the chapter alongside some lifelong friends has been a great opportunity and I am so excited to see what's to come! (Can you spot me?)

8. Insomnia Cookies

I have the best job in the world as an Insomnia Cookie's marketing rep. I get to give out free cookies all the time. And the cookies, always warm and gooey, are ADDICTING. Over winter break, my co-rep, Tiffany, and me have been going through withdraw. Insomnia cookies are amazing.

9. My Bean Boots

Alright, alright. I'm not going to lie I am obsessed with shoes and a little materialistic, a little basic.... but.... My bean boots from L.L Bean have been my best friend this year. The ultimate all weather shoe and so cute too!

10. My friends' dogs

Since I don't have my own I like to just give all my love to other people's dogs. Two of my good friends at home just got puppies so thats amazing. I like to just pretend they're all mine. I can't wait to get my own dog someday!

11. Snap Pizza

The new customizable pizza place in Newark is GOD-LY. I always get the same thing because I get too scared to try something new. But there are millions of options and combos to choose from and, in my opinion, its the first quality pizza in Newark.

12. New Music Fridays

On Spotify there is a playlist called "New Music Friday" that they update every week. I love it because it's a great way to get ahead on the upcoming hits as well as freshen up your music for the week.

13. Prynt

Prynt is a super cool polaroid phone case that allows you to print polaroids from your phone. I was able to try it out for the company last summer and its a fun way to remember good times!

14. House, Jane, and Stranger Things

Three very different shows, but all a favorite. I finally finished the show House that I have been working on forever. If you like shows about diseases or anything medical you should watch. I liked the ending and i recommend! Jane the Virgin, a show about a girl who gets artificially inseminated is a hilarious show with lots of drama to keep you on edge. It's based like a telenovela. Stranger Things is a Sci-Fi Netflix show that has a second season coming out in January. Spooky, but makes you think.

15. GamePigeon

I am painfully addicted to the GamePigeon games on iPhone. My personal fave is word hunt but I don't discriminate. If you ever challenge me I will answer immediately because I have no life and it is so addicting.

16. All the friends who have been there along the way :)

Not much to say about this one... you know who you are :)

Cheers to a great 2016 despite some sad things happening in the world... let's make 2017 better!!!!

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Why These 16 Memories Made 2016 Worth Living

Yes, my Converse made the list.

1. Ghana (obviously)

2. Devon and Holly

3. My white Converse

4. Dages

5. Albi

6. Mangos

7. My Pihpi Angels

8. Insomnia Cookies

9. My Bean Boots

10. My friends' dogs

11. Snap Pizza

12. New Music Fridays

13. Prynt

14. House, Jane, and Stranger Things

15. GamePigeon

16. All the friends who have been there along the way :)

Cheers to a great 2016 despite some sad things happening in the world... let's make 2017 better!!!!

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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