It's already the second month of 2017, and with that, I would like to take some time to reflect on who I am and where I am in life. Here are 5 random facts about me. Enjoy!

5. I'm currently a freshman at my dream university!

I currently attend Bellarmine University. I've become incredibly fond Bellarmine and it's a place I'm proud to call my second home. I love it here and I'm proud to call myself a Knight!

4. I'm majoring in Elementary Education and I couldn't be happier with my decision.

I love my career path. I'm excited to be in my own classroom, teaching my own students, and changing children's lives. Having nearly 30 observation hours already, I know that my career choice is the perfect one for me.

3. I still am not a fan of coffee or tea.

I was warned that once I started college coffee would be my drink of choice and that I couldn't go too long into the semester without it. However that's not the case. I still hate coffee; it's too bitter.

2. Ellen DeGeneres is my favorite celebrity.

I watch her show every single day. She's funny, she's smart, and she cares about so many people. She makes it her mission to make people smile every single day, no matter the route she takes. It's a goal of mine to attend one of her shows.

1. I think taking pictures is really important.

I am huge fan of pictures, although I wasn't when I was younger. I think pictures capture happiness and excitement, marking the memory permanent. So no matter what happens afterward, good or bad, the moments you captured are now forever. You have something to look back on. Photos are allow you to relive and remember, which is such a beautiful thing.

2016 was long, eventual year; but one that shaped me into who I am today. I have been blessed in so many ways and I can't wait to see what 2017 has in store.