Looking back on 2016 I can clearly see how blessed I was, but also how I do need to improve some things in the upcoming year. I have been trying super hard to work on myself in every sense, whether it be physically or mentally, socially or financially, and so on. I believe that 2017 will be a great year but only if I work hard and choose for it to be, much like everyone should. This year I would like to put on more weight and by doing that I will build not only muscle but confidence too! I will be working on myself mentally as well, not just by hitting this up coming semester of school with my nose to the ground, but truly taking a step back and evaluating myself in making major decisions. Socially is where things get a bit more difficult for me. For some people making friends and having good relationships come easily, but for me that is not the case. If I had it my way I would live on an island with a giant backpack filled with books, art supplies, a radio, and so on. That's not the case and is not logical so I need & want to be more social. Finding and keeping friends is difficult for me, I have never been one to strike up a conversation first or go out, anywhere, just because I want to. But at the end of last year, with some encouragement of some great supporters, I saw a slight turn around in that area of my life. The solution: keep calm and put yourself out there. Throw yourself a bone and just ask someone to do something, IT'S THAT SIMPLE and if I can do that I know others can too! Ask someone to the regular activity of getting coffee, go bowling, go eat somewhere, go to the zoo, invite them over and binge watch your favorite show or Christmas movies, ANYTHING! Financially for me things are pretty balanced but I would like to get a stable job that can work around my school schedule. I know it is possible but for some people, or most people, anxiety gets the best of me and I end up not applying for any job. Much like making friends, you have to make yourself to do it. I may get turned down from five jobs but when that sixth one calls me and asks for a second interview, I'll feel like a million bucks!

Bottom line: you have to work hard for what you want and you have to be patient with yourself. If you have trouble with anything, don't be afraid to get help or seek advise. And the phrase "practice makes perfect" is so true it is unreal sometimes. Good luck and have a great year everyone