2016, the year of realization- and transitioning into a new chapter of my life.

So much occurred throughout this year- things I learned about life, shit, even things I learned about myself.

From an eventful senior year in high school- Senior Prom, Senior Trip, and adventures everywhere with friends- to the flights to Florida, working a fitness convention, and visiting my dream college.

So much has happened, changed and occurred since I graduated.

Even before graduating- Prom with my best friend. It was so much fun- from getting ready and taking pictures to the event itself. Dancing the night away and sleepovers. Plus our trips to the dollar store.

We have had so many adventures before and after prom to this day. Even the rides home from our long days are fun. I wouldn't trade them for the world. Thanks for always being there- regardless of whatever happens or occurs.

My senior trip- To Florida on my own without my dad or family. Finally going to Disney and having a blast. I made some new friends and grew closer to a few others.

My last few days in high school- Were rough. Cutting ties for the better or worse. To make anew, to resolve problems, and to leave things where they may. There are risks and sacrifices we have to make. Sometimes they may rekindle themselves as well in the future- but that's for fate to decide.

Graduation Day- Preparing with my best friend to look great, and make sure I don't trip while walking across the stage. Looking back, I mainly talk to like 10 people at most since I graduated. It's crazy seeing that everyone's lives are different and the paths they've chosen are unique as well.

Summer 2016- One of the ones I will never forget. Working an amazing job and getting a promotion to management. Plus meeting some great people along the way this summer. I've learned a lot from each of the people who crossed my path during the summer. Learning about the industry. plus learning more about myself and what I'm capable of doing if I set my mind to it.

Now looking back on my September-November adventures, I got to rekindle doing something that I loved to do. My family and I now go rollerskating all the time. I love all our inside jokes too.(SK8R H8R's lol.) To spending a whole week in Florida with my dad to see the many opportunities that life has to offer.

To working and earning things on my own- everyday invites me to learn something new. I'n happy to lead into what happened this past Christmas.

My dad gave me a gift that had me at a loss for words. It had me in tears within the first 5 minutes: a video compilation of growing up. There are so many memories and so many times that we take for granted and seeing these made my heart melt. I'm so thankful for my family. This was such a huge surprise and I couldn't be happier to be guided by a great role model in my life.

Here's to 2016- winding down to an end, and welcoming 2017 with an open mind and good vibes for a great year full of adventure & opportunities.