I started this past year pretty content with my life. I was at a decent job and had everything that I thought that I wanted in life. Later in the year, I became unhappy with some aspects of my life and took a chance at an opportunity that came my way. I took a huge leap of faith and hoped for the best. I realized that I wanted better for myself and decided that for once I should go for it. I got what I wanted and I was elated. I am so glad that I went for it because I am happier then I ever have been in my entire life. I am exactly where I want to be. I wake up every day with excitement in my heart and ready to tackle the day. It no longer feels like work, it is fun. I have learned so much about myself and grown into a better person along the way. While this year was full of a lot of joy and happiness, there was also a bit of sadness too. In the beginning of the year, my namesake passed away. I vowed to myself that I would start to live life more like her and take advantage of whatever came my way. I hope that I have made her proud. I also had to make the decision of giving up my first car. It was on its last legs and it would not be worth spending all of the money needed to fix it only to have something worse go wrong down the road. Giving up that car was so incredibly hard. It was the first car that I ever drove. It was the car that got me through college and that I drove to my first job at the local pool and that would come to hold such a huge place in my heart. I drive a different car now and love it but nothing will ever come close to my mini van. 2017, you have taught me a lot and I am thankful for all of your lessons and guidance. This is the year that I finally learned how to live and love my life. I have become a better person this year. I have become more comfortable in my own skin and have learned how to stand up for and believe in myself in ways that I never thought were possible. I have learned to how to a happier and healthier me. I look forward to 2018 with hope that I continue to grow and have a year full of love and happiness!

I am ready for 2018, let's see what you have to offer!