2010

It's been a while since I've written anything. Life has been so crazy, so overwhelming, so busy...and I've been loving every minute of it. So 2010 is just about over. WOOT! I must say, I was absolutely dreading this year - an entire, full, complete year without my Thomas. Oh, how it was daunting as that year rolled in nearly 365 days ago. But ya know what? It was a pretty ding dang dong great year! So, in honor of the close of 2010 and the welcoming of 2011, I'd like to recap some of the highlights of 2010 (in no particular order).

1) My amazing cousin (who's pretty much my sister and probably one of - if not the - closest friend I have on this planet) set a date for her wedding. Not only that, but we found her wedding dress and our bridesmaid dresses.

2) I got hired as a Hall Manager on campus! This was probably the biggest day of my year. I had wanted this job more than anything, worked my little booty off to get it, and was beyond ecstatic when I got the phone call. Course, then I bawled like a baby when I immediately speed dialed Tom afterwards to tell him the big news, only to remember he is away on his mission, but hey, that's a whole nother story. :P Hands down, an amazing moment in my year.

3) I found out A LOT about who I am. Okay, this is kinda cheesey, but seriously! I think 2010 was probably the most influential year of my life. Because of the people I was surrounded with (new friends entering my life, old friends leaving), I grew SO much, and learned so much about what it means to be a friend and the kind of friend/person I wanted to be in life.

4) I made Dean's List both semesters. Okay, not that big of an accomplishment since I do it every semester, but hey, I'm proud of it. And my second semester, not only did I make Dean's List, but I finished the semester with 3.9 GPA. Pretty dang happy!

4) My Bestie started dating this really awesome guy, and I'm so incredibly happy for her! Definitely a highlight of my year to watch them and their relationship and to hear all the stories from her about him!

5) Tom and I had our 4 year anniversary! Talk about commitment! Holy moly, it's been so long! And 2011 will mark half a decade together!! Craziness! But totally awesome. I could not imagine a better man to spend 4 years (and of course the rest of forever) with!

6) I had my five year anniversary with Target! I can't believe I've been working there that long, but I absolutely love my job and the people I work with. It's been so much fun working there.

There were definitely other highlights - memories that I'll remember forever - but those are the big milestones I suppose I shall leave you with. I hope your 2010 was as wonderful and joy-filled as mine was, and your 2011 brings just as much happiness to your life! Happy New Year.