We Don’t Remember Days, We Remember Moments

 I used to hate looking back on the year before moving to the next one. I think a part of that stemmed from unhealed hurt that I kept avoiding. Getting back into this blog, sharing MY truth, and connecting with so many has been one hell of a ride but it has also helped heal a lot of hurt. 

First up, as it happened on the second day of the year.. Mike and I made things official. It may not sound like much to anyone but me, and that’s okay. I spent 8 years in a loop of bad dating stories and was about to give up. Then I met Mike and the rest is history. 

Getting back to concerts this year made my music loving heart so happy. Sure, the majority of them happened while I was homeless, but at least I made the best of my situation! Live music does something to my soul that just fills me with joy. Dan and Shay was a top 3 moment this year and I will never forget it. 

Traveling to Houston this summer was awesome. I got to know the people I see every week on a deeper level, laughed a lot, and got to enjoy myself for the first time in almost a month. 

A good friend moved back home after a few years away. Things have been hectic so I haven’t had a chance to go see the house yet, but knowing that I can hop in the car and in under 2 hours see her - way better than flying!

Landing the place we live in was a miracle. I found it about 2 weeks after we got home from Houston, but had to wait about a month before moving in. After the turmoil that I was battling (internally was a lot worse than externally), finally having a home was such a relief. When I signed paperwork and picked up keys, I had a really good cry alone in the apartment. Everything was starting to fall into place for the next chapter of my life - and I didn’t have to couch surf anymore! 

I joined another company. With some of the most innovative products out there. And the culture? WAY better than anything I’ve been a part of. 

I gained two nieces this year - one in May and one in September. Two of my very best friends brought two beautiful baby girls into the world, and now I have two more babies to love! Meeting them for the first time just filled me with happiness. 

My new ink was definitely a favorite moment this year. Having my parents’ handwriting permanently on my body to remind me that I can get through literally anything - that’s special. 

A lot has happened this year - and most of it was great. One thing I can say for certain - I regret absolutely nothing this year. I learned a lot about myself, my circle, and what I am capable of. Life gave me a fresh start, which I didn’t even know I needed until about a month ago.