Welcome 2016!

If I'm being completely honest, the changing of the years has never been a big deal for me. I blame it on the school calendar. To me, a new year begins in August when I move on to something new in my day to day life (i.e. a new grade, new classes etc.). I've struggled a lot with self-love, self-acceptance, happiness in general, and feeling like I belong here and deserve to have the life I dream of. Although, in reflection of 2015--at a risk of being like every other human being on this planet-- it was one of my best years yet. 2015 was not really different in my struggles; it brought a lot of tears and anger and despair, but I also worked towards loving myself and worked towards finding my niche where I click. I found little pockets of happiness that I can look back on fondly. Do I love myself everyday and have I found somewhere that I feel completely myself? HECK NO! I think that it's going to be a life long struggle and an eternal pursuit of happiness. Although, I am ready and determined to make that journey. So hello 2016, throw me all you've got, because I am a strong, independent woman who knows what she wants and can conquer anything I set my mind to.