The New Year is right around the corner. With that we make promises of letting go of old habits, challenging ourselves to change and stepping outside of our comfort zones. Someone very important to me is doing just that by making a move that is both scary and exciting. So I'm taking the time to write this not only to reflect on the past year, but to also openly thank her for being...her.
2016 started off bumpy for me. I had just truly ended a part of my life that was causing me pain and suffering. It was the first year, in eight years, that I was going through life "single". But I wasn't alone. I had friends, family and coworkers who continued to support me. Friends and family you may expect - hopefully - but when it comes down to it, we see our coworkers 40+ hours a week and it is so valuable to have a strong support system through them.
So, thank you, for building a work family and team that supports each other (you know who you are). And thank you for being a mentor, leader and friend to me. I am so proud of you for taking a giant leap and making such an adventurous move. I'm taking a note from you and vow to actually keep a resolution of trying new things, learn about who I am as a person and continuing to grow.
I was in a weird place this past January, but over the last year I again learned how strong I can be. That being strong doesn't mean doing everything on your own, instead it can mean reaching out to those around you and knowing when to admit that you need help.
In 2017 I will graduate with my Master's degree, become a first-time aunt and will continue to work on both my mental and physical health. So many people experienced rough patches this year, but we're so much stronger because of those times.
Now, good luck on your next adventure, CR. You're going places & so am I.
Closing time
Time for you to go out to the places you will be from
Closing time
Every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end
