It's a new year, meaning there are endless possibilities for how this year will shape up. While 2016 was one of the best years of my life (senior privileges, two Florida trips with my best friends, graduating, and starting a new chapter of my life), I have high hopes and a renewed energy for 2017.

Many people begin the new year by making a list of resolutions, but these good resolutions will only determine the course of your year if they are acted upon. To start, think of the life you want to live and then just start making it happen! Go to the gym once a week, sleep a little more, pay more attention to your dog, etc., and life will reward you.

This year, I want to better myself and have the most fun I could possibly have. I want to read more, catch up on all my shows, sleep more (please), make memories with my family and friends, and just have an overall year full of happiness. I think that since we all have the perfect opportunity to start over and live another year, we should do it to the best of our abilities and take advantage of it!!

This will only be a good year of you are determined to make it one, so just do it. Happy 2017!