Another Year

I’m so sick of feeling sorry for myself. I’m tired of not having any confidence. Why do I beat myself up about the smallest things? I am an amazing, independent, strong, beautiful, talented, creative, smart, unique, passionate, and extraordinary individual. I’m so blessed, and I neglect to see it almost 24/7. It’s time to stop my insecure ways. Here and now, I’m making a pledge. I’m going to start taking care of myself, because I’m worth the hard work. I’m going to have the conviction to do things I would otherwise be scared to do. I’m going to take some chances, learn to live a little. I’ve been so protected in my shell. It’s time to make some changes. I’m a powerful woman. I can do whatever I set my mind to. I’m going to stop caring what others think, because as far as I’m concerned, only two opinions matter right now: God’s and mine. Next year is my senior year, and I’m not going to sit by and watch other people have all the fun. Nope, not going to happen. This leads me into my next topic; New Year’s Resolutions.

1. Lose weight – yeah, I know, on everyone’s list, but I’m serious about it.
   a. Go to the Legacy Center at least three times a week.
   b. Hire Hannah as a Personal Trainer.
   

2. Apply to three colleges before the end of next year.



3. Take the ACT and get a 30 or above (out of 36).



4. Go on lots of dates (may or may not require a boyfriend).



5. Go to my first real concert – no Kim, the Backstreet Boys concert didn’t count.



6. Acquire many scholarships (I guess I need to work on apply for them as well).



7. Make Editor-in-Chief on my school newspaper.



8. Publish something I’ve written.



9. Continue developing talents such as photography and music.



10. Be more positive – Smiley faces are still my icon.



11. Don’t worry so much – relax, things will work out.



12. Own a car before my next birthday – everything paid off.



13. Get everything SUPER organized so I don’t have to worry about losing or forgetting anything.



14. Say, “I love you,” more to friends and family – they know it, but need to hear it more often.



15. Stick with all of these goals until Thanksgiving at the very least.

Wow, it’s amazing what you can sometimes end up writing off a whim. Happy New Year! :]