This year, I think I've truly come to love myself for who I am. It's rather funny because I was just a bunch of random emotions this year; questioning who I was, what I wanted, who my true friends were. I'd be lying if I said it's all clear to me now, but I think that this past year of random and spontaneous mistakes, trials, achievements, -> EXPERIENCES have made me stronger. I have made some of my stupidest errors and some of my greatest achievements in 2010. I've experienced what it is like to be myself and be completely comfortable about it; YET! Still be accepted and LIKED because of my dorkiness. I experienced what it was like to be with a true gentleman and have him treat me like I was a true lady. I experienced what it was like to walk away from "date" and be fully and completely, 100% proud of myself and the events that happened; regret NOT! All of these being FIRSTS! However, like many things in life, I had a little help. The wonderful people I've met this past Fall semester, were amazing. I can't say that I'll never forget them but I'll cherish the memories for as long as I can! (Especially a few who I plan on bringing with me into this new year. :) And for those who I plan on leaving in the past, I am not bitter towards anyone! I have the same heart, just a new beat.
My words for you, with joy-filled-tears in my eyes, thanks for everything. <(^o^)>
May your coming year be filled with magic and dreams and good madness. I hope you read some fine books and kiss someone who thinks you're wonderful, and don't forget to make some art - write or draw or build or sing or live as only you can. And I hope, somewhere in the next year, you surprise yourself.
-Neil Gaiman
