Merry 2014!

It is hard to believe that 2013 is over! This past year flew by for me and my family, but it was filled with joy, happiness, hope, and special memories that I will cherish forever. Some of my favorite memories for this past year were traveling to Florida to visit family, discovering a love for photography and art, and also making friends through letters across the country. I couldn't be more thankful for my pen pals, like Maddy, and the love that they send.

2013 was a year of learning as well. I took my first art class since sixth grade, and what a refreshing semester that was! Through this experience, I found out what I want to do later in life: become an art teacher. It was a truly magical moment when I figured this out for myself! I can't help feeling excited and determined to fulfill my goals down the road.

One of my favorite quotes is "she saw every ending as a new beginning" and this is true regarding 2013 coming to a close and 2014 starting off. I am excited to find out what this year has in store for me and those around me. I will always remember 2013, but I am ready for the adventure of the new year! Happy New Year everyone!

As I go about 2014, I have set a few goals for myself: 1) To have more confidence, to speak up, and share my opinion
2) To read the entire bible by the end of the year
3) To continue to meet others through letters and post
4) To spend more time with others, not on a screen


Here's to 2014!

New Years Eve included a photo shoot with some of my favorites. I received a tripod for Christmas, so I was able to jump into the pictures as well! That was so rewarding. Fun night! 

2014 Here we come!