This year has been very fast-paced and I can barely believe that it will end in a few days! Along with its fast-paced nature, it’s been intense as well. I cannot express how many lessons I’ve learned. I’ve continued to become more confident through-out this year. I ended an abusive relationship and had the courage to start meeting other people. I won an award with work, and have realized what improvements I still need to make. I have continued my quest for good health even though I have gotten sidetracked more than progressed this year compared with the past two years. I have also become a better housekeeper this year definitely. I also have become an even more awesome cook, because I’ve learned and made up new recipes. I have realized lots of my personal weaknesses and have made plans to improve upon them with the help of a few of my close friends. I have also learned to stand up for myself more often now, when the need arises. I have made a new real-life best friend from this site. I’ve also narrowed my focus for what I want to do for grad school with her help and guidance. I’ve become more emotionally stable, too, thanks to her concern for me (as well as other people from this site). I’ve become a lot more financially responsible and stable, too.