life is beautiful, but finite.
i like being intentional with my time
and marking it as it passes.
this is why new year's eve is not just another day.
it's a day to
reflect
consider
take stock
make changes
and be intentional.
so i'd like to share
last year's memories
and this year's dreams.
14 things in no particular order
i will fondly remember from 2014:
1. listened to jazz piano dreams coming true.
2. released three shirt designs i am truly proud of.
3. volunteered in the arts community.
4. enjoyed a visit from friends who live overseas. treasured friends.
5. took a chance and got rejected. worth it.
6. renewed a lease for the first time in five years.
7. welcomed new people into my life, and said goodbye to others.
8. made unprecedented efforts to be healthier.
9. marked a decade passing since high school graduation.
10. got on a plane for the first time in four years.
11. paid off my car. one less anchor.
12. embraced being an emotional being on a new level.
13. brought another puppy into my home. welcome, Fluff.
14. re-dyed my hair blue. i'm me again.
15 things in no particular order
i am looking forward to in 2015:
1. completing an art project four years in the making.
2. taking more steps toward eliminating my student debt.
3. rebranding myself.
4. traveling to new places.
5. becoming healthier and happier in my own skin.
6. building creative connections.
7. being brave. trusting myself.
8. finding joy in daily life. encouraging positivity.
9. growing. learning new skills.
10. taking full advantage of my first Keep It Local card.
11. reading more often.
12. maintaining relationships with far away friends.
13. risking, getting rejected, and taking more chances.
14. participating in one of the most exciting artistic endeavors i could imagine.
15. sharing life with the best friends and family anyone could ask for.
