Happy 2018

Well, another year has come and gone, y'all. I feel like that went by pretty fast. Then again, it also felt like it was never ending. If that makes any sense? There were some "not-so-great" moments that felt like they were getting the best of me there at the end. However, there was still a lot of good that happened last year too. I feel like it was a time of learning for me. Learning how to stand up for myself. Learning my limits. Learning to trust my gut. And learning to let go of my own fantasy of what I thought my life should be like. Letting go of unrealistic expectations.

I feel like I've been shedding a lot of the old since way back in October. That's around the time that things started shifting for me, mentally. So, going into this brand new year I really want to spend more time doing things, and seeing new places. I want to be a bit more selfish in regards to my needs. I feel like it's important for me to figure out who I am apart from all of the other roles that I've taken on. And in order to do that I need to learn more about myself. I need to start cutting out a lot of of negativity (for real this time) in my life too. And I’d also like to make it a priority to do more of what makes me happy. So those are just a few goals I have I’m mind going forward.

With all of that said, I'm hoping to blog a bit more often this year too. I know, I know. But hear me out! Back at the end of October I had to turn off our internet because it wasn't something I could afford anymore. One day I had to decide if the money I had was going to be used for food for my family, or internet services. And well, internet service didn't even stand a chance. The following day I had it turned off. So that's why I wasn't posting. It wasn't pleasant being without internet, but then any time I would start to complain I would scold myself for even thinking that it was something I couldn't live without. It was a bit rough though, I won't lie. However, after getting rid of a few other expenses, and thanks to a nice little bonus from work I was finally able to get it turned back on. So, I hope this means I’ll be able to make more time for writing.

So cheers, y’all! Happy New Year! I know I’m a little late. May it be one of the best ones yet.