Goodbye 2018... Hello 2019

The end of the year is always a time of reflection and goal setting (New Years Resolutions).

2018 was good to me. It had many ups and a few downs. This year seemed to go by fast but also seemed like a very long year. 

My aunt passed away in March and it was hard, it still is hard sometimes. I find myself randomly thinking about her. I have known people who have died, but never someone close to me. You never realize how much you miss someone until they are gone. 
I have been hurt by people close to me. I have learned an important lesson of boundaries and also to pay attention to what God is telling you. Sometimes we have to let go of relationships that are abusive or toxic. 
I had to make some tough adult decisions, this put me in a position to feel insecure about who I was in my career, how to make myself a better manager and leader, I am not perfect at all and I have a really long way to go. But I am thankful to have leaders in my life who give me grace and work with me to help me grow. 

There was bad, and there will always be bad things. But with the bad came some really awesome and beautiful moments. 

I have made new friendships and I am so so blessed to have these people in my life, including my roommate, who is an awesome person. We are different in so many ways, she brings a different and positive perspective to life and I have learned so much from her. 

My brother got married, which means I now have a sister. Our family loves her, including me. I am very happy for them and excited to see where life takes them. 

Two of my best friends got married and it warms my heart to see them full of joy and love, to see them with someone who loves them and takes care of them. I am excited to see where life takes them. Also one of them moved back to Oregon so I am excited for a few adventures. 

I bought a car... a new car. My first time purchasing anything on my own. It's scary, but I made an adult decision and have some peace. 

I hope that 2019 has many many more blessings in store. I have set quite a few goals. But mostly I am looking forward to reading more books, doing more crafts, going on hikes and spending more quality time with the people in my life. I am going to see Queen in July and I turn 30 this year ( I have 5 months to convince myself this is a positive thing). I want to go on more adventures big or small. I am looking forward to living a full life. 

I hope that 2019 has some amazing blessings in store for you! 

Happy New Year

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