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Happy New Year! The year 2011 started off with a lot of potential.  See my list of goals for 2011 by clicking here.  Now that we are at the end, there were some very low lows and very high highs. I tackled fear after fear, started a business, and got engaged.

Travel: We started the year off by going to Disney. Then had a quick trip to Tampa to watch Team USA soccer and go to MOSI. Jesse took a trip by himself to Milwuakee and I took a trip by myself to St. Louis for my college roommate’s wedding. We both travelled somewhere new when we went to Puerto Rico and had a beautiful time!

Photography: I started a business!! I’ve even had a few clients. I have not had as much time to work on the business as I thought I would, but it’s still really fun and I’m so proud I haven’t given up. I also rediscovered shooting film and hope to incorporate this into my professional work next year.

Fear Fighting: As many of you know, I am a shy person. I don’t like to talk about myself nor do I like to talk in front of people. It is because of this fear that I decided to take a local Dale Carnegie course. The first week I cried! Yet I still returned and completed the 12 week course to get a certificate in Human Relations and Effective Communications. It was super scary every week, but I did improve and still apply things I’ve learned. I have used this strength I found to apply to other times when I’ve been scared this year…like kayaking at night in Puerto Rico to see the bioluminescent bay. I overcame my fear and thoroughly enjoyed myself!

Relationship: After another magical year, Jesse and I got engaged! He has been amazing this year, as always, with his never-ending love and support. He always knows what to say and is so much fun to be around. I am definitely the luckiest girl in the world!

Other Events of Distinction: I got my ears pierced! I found a new favorite book: Game of Thrones. I got a promotion at work! I started cooking meals at least once a week. I no longer purchase frozen meals to eat for lunch. I’ve started eating healthier. I dont go into my shell as often and I am much happier!

While there were a lot of great things that happened this year, I think 2012 is going to be even better! Make it a great one!

My 2012 Goals

1. Find a house! 
2. Find or create a science club  
3. Take a dance class 
4. Be happy with the present and not worry about the future 
5. Work out three times a week - once with Jesse 
6. Try a new restaurant once a month with Jesse 
7. Plan a responsible wedding - stay within budget - not be a bridezilla 
8. Deserve a raise and get it! 
9. Travel somewhere new 
10. Try 30 days of a Clean Eating Lifestyle 
11. Communicate with friends at least once every two weeks 
12. Create a vision plan for my life

Last week I did something I was too scared to do ten years ago…pierced my ears. My mom put in place a rule when we were younger that we were not allowed to get our ears pierced until we turned 16. When I turned 16 I never even thought about it. The following year my sister turned 14 and she talked my mom into getting it done. I went with her but I wasn’t convinced for myself.
It never really occurred to me and no one ever noticed so I figured I didn’t need to. But I wanted to do it for the last year or so, but I had scared myself by waiting so long. This year I have been combatting fear after fear so after we got back from Puerto Rico (where I also faced some fears) I just decided to go for it!
I don’t know why I was scared but there was no reason to be. I feel like I have to retrain myself to do things (like shower) but it isn’t much different. I can’t wait to wear new earrings!!!!!

Success! I went for a run today for the first time in probably a year. I did my two mile loop walking and running. It was a nice day and I just felt like going. :)

Not so much to look at but it was a yummy healthy chicken parm!