Oh '18

2018. 2018 has been quite the year, a good year. In the 12 months that make up the duration of the year, I can't say that I didn't grow. I had so much come out of this year, even though at the time, it didn't really feel like this year was all good. looking back, I can certainly say that there were far more ups than downs. 

1. I purchased and paid for my own health insurance and dental insurance.
2. I stayed at the same job for almost a whole year, 10 months.
3. This year was largely dedicated to learning how to connect with the universe and my guides.
4. I built a belief system that was tailored to my truth.
5. I read a lot, a lot.
6. Meditation was a huge part of my life this year.
7. This year I learned to love myself and the core of my soul.
8. I also stopped wearing as much make up this year.
9. My Mom, Dad and Brother visited me this summer and we spent time with Glenn and Christi.
10. This year the USPS wasn't necessarily the biggest fans of my sister and I.
11. I spent a lot of time being a "stay at home."
12. I created a lot of beautiful art. I put my passion into something I can keep.
13. I got engaged on 7.26.18, on Jeff's parents dock at sunset. The way I had hoped for.
14. I went legit camping and tubing for the first time this summer.
15. I met one of Jeff's college friends, Brent and his fiancee. 
16. I went to my first ever bachelorette party, for Crystal. With Lassette, Erin & Jessica.
17. Neosha and Alex visited in early September. We went to some really great places and enjoyed being in "Canada" from Belle Isle Park.
18. In September, I finally committed to the Dental Assisting course...thanks to Rachel. 
19. In November, I got my first Dental Assisting full-time job. 
20. I enrolled in benefits through my job for the first time in my life. 

This year was a lot of growth for me. I learned to ask for help when I needed it. I learned to love myself. I learned that I have the ability to do anything as long as I truly commit to it fully and allow myself the space to grow. Most importantly, this year has taught me the power of vulnerable trust. I had to really let go of my fears in my relationship and be all in, 100% fearless and vulnerable. I had to learn into Jeff a lot this year. I had to ask him for help when needed. I had to allow myself to love and be loved in return. I had to learn how to speak and be in control of my anger. So much personal growth and self-care came from this year.

Love, Optimism, + Positivity,