Can you believe another year has come and gone? I remember when it was this time last year-- my life was quite different. It's interesting to me to look back and see all the changes that occurred in the course of 365 days.
1. Travel
Last year, I had only traveled just a tiny bit in my country. I never even dreamed of outside travel. Yet, this year, I traveled all the way to the UK. Not only did I visit, but I lived like the locals. Along with that, I learned about my favorite subjects: art, history and music.
2. Relationships
This time last year I had a crush on a guy but no belief in a relationship any time in my near future. Little did I know that barely two months into the new year that would be a completely different (and wonderful) story. I have formed new friendships and cultivated older ones.
3. Experience
With another year of schooling under my belt, I have gained an even broader view on life and improved my artistic skills by another notch or two. This year I feel like I've grown as a person, more so than before. Whether it be from the Bible study class I began this year or the world travel experience, I have gathered a great deal of insight and ideas.
I have an anxiety disorder that I've struggled with for years. This year, however, I feel like I've begun to sort of conquer it. Not saying this year has been perfect and totally anxiety-free-- because it hasn't. Looking back though, I realized that I haven't had nearly as much trouble this year as I have in the past.
5. Style
I added more variety to my closet this year. Focusing on what made me feel beautiful and comfortable, I based my refreshed style on those two areas. Finding items that made me feel good about wearing them helped me during my day-to-day life.
6. Adventure
I continued the tradition from last year and kept on adventuring. I explored new places with close friends. I photographed everything. I made every moment count.
7. Spiritual
This year, I believe that I grew stronger in my faith. The Bible study course I switched to brought more and more knowledge and guidance to my life. I even keep a notebook with notes from each night's lesson. I talk to God more and not in the same way that I did before-- with greater intention.
