Cheers, to a New Year!

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2014 has been an interesting year. After 2013, I prayed over what was to come. I made plans to make big things happen ((debatable on whether that was accomplished or not)) and change the world in the ways I could.

I latched on to quotes--writing them down everywhere in order to continue being inspired. I furthered my love for Christian music--listening to it as much as I could.

I set goals of where I want to be in five years and what I want to be doing. I remind myself of these everyday and they put a little jump in my step, making school work worth doing and it easier to forget about the little problems.

I jumped into fashion--began watching the trends, dressing up more, and using my clothes as a form as expression. I began taking in pride in how I look.

I found my passion for photography. I got two new cameras, started a class, and started documenting as much as I could.

I let go of some relationships, cut the ties, and moved on.

I switched schools, embarking on a new, four year journey.

I think I finally let go of what others think of me, after fighting it for so long. Doing what I want, being with who I want, and acting how I want.

I finally took the leap from emailing devotionals and started this blog--completely out in the open. Although I do not put up posts as often as I'd like to, it has seemingly become a safe place and an outlet.

So lay it on me 2015--here is what I have for you.

I am going to find a system that works for me on getting things done. Whether it be an app on my phone of a brand new notepad--I need something to keep me on track. Because let's be honest, that study on Proverbs, well, it's not writing itself.

Kindness. I am going to strive to be kind to the ones I love the most. I recently have struggled with taking out all my anger on the ones closest to me and pushing them away.

I am going to dive straight into the word. I will schedule Bible study breakfasts, start reading plans, and open a new journal. ((the to do list resolution will hopefully play into this))

I'm going to continue being myself and let go even more. All the things I have been scared to do because of other people's opinions--I'm going to do them.

I am going to make a constant effort to be more active. I am aware that results will not come in one day, but I am going to make a constant effort to stay on the right track.

I'm going to keep working on changing this world in the ways I can.

Travel. My heart still longs for travel so I will continue to pray over it. For the right timing and the right places to present themselves.


I'm sure more things will come up as we go and I'm a firm believer of setting goals at any point in the year. I may have a new round of resolutions in November, and I'm okay with that.

So cheers to the New Year, my loves!! I cannot wait to see what is has in store for each and every one of you. Prayers on prayers for the new year starting out just as each of you hopes it will.

Best wishes and all my love,
Grace

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