22.I am really looking forward to 2012.
I have realized over the last few days that I finally let go of a lot of bitterness in my life. Things that I didn’t even realize I was still angry about are no longer weighing me down. My conscience is completely clean, and I have no hard feelings toward anyone, about anything. The lightness of my heart is overwhelming. I honestly can’t remember the last time I felt this free.
2012 is going to be a year of great things—challenging, but great.
Academically: I’m going to write a thesis, go to Israel, finish my psychology minor, graduate from my university with honors, officially start my graduate school work toward my master’s, and hopefully get accepted into Teach for America.
Personally: I’m going to do yoga and continue running—I want to run a 10k. I’m going to put together a real portfolio, show my photography at a gallery and hopefully sell some pieces. I’m also going to find time to read something for fun every day.
Emotionally: I’m already in the happiest, healthiest, and most fulfilling relationship of my life, and I plan on nurturing that with everything I’ve got in me. :] I’m also rebuilding my relationships with my parents, while staying true to myself (not making false promises or pretending to agree with their religious nonsense). Last but not least, I’m going to make a conscious effort to keep in better touch with my friends. So many of them are moving on in May, and I need to take advantage of their incredible company while they are still nearby.
There is so much more than just this, too. I’m excited!
