This whole week has just been a very lazy, relaxing week for me. While I have been a little restless at times, it was good to just sit around and think and reflect. I got around to cleaning my room today, especially all the old notes, letters, folders, notebooks, journals, and papers. I tend to be a big "memory" hoarder. I keep any little thing that reminds me of a time I was even remotely happy, just because. I found tons of old notes and doodles from a best friend whom I don't really talk to any more. I found old letters from a friend who has grown closer and closer over the years. I found a memory book from my grandparents, whose words and compliments brought me to tears. And it was during all this I was reminded how unbelievably blessed I am. While I did stir up some sour feelings and bad memories of my past relationships, I didn't seem to care as much. I have so many friends and family surrounding me in love, thoughts, and prayers daily. Looking back now, I don't see why I gave some people the time of day when they hurt me. I may have lost one person, but I have ten more to fill their space. I have made some new, amazing friends during my first semester in college. I still remain very close to many of my old high school friends. I even have a few childhood friends that I still share a close bond with. I have a large family on both sides, with my cousin actually being my best friend. So why do I ever complain? 

I wasn't planning on doing New Year Resolutions, but today really opened my eyes. I do take all the wonderful people God has blessed me with for granted. So this year I am going to be grateful and thankful for each and every person present in my life. 

Thank Y'all,

A Gal Just Simply Living