I've decided 2017 is going to be ridiculously amazing.

We've nearly reached the end of the first month of the new year, and already there seems to be this unspoken sense of anticipation for what is to come. This feeling is normal for most, of course; new year, new possibilities. Still, just a few short weeks ago, as we raised our glasses, toasted, and welcomed in 2017, I was overtaken by a very exciting impression: this year was going to be big. What does it mean? Who the heck knows; but boy, is it exciting!

Possible premonitions aside though, the new year truly does provide the greatest of opportunities in which every single person can take part: to make every day of this year great for themselves. We are each more than capable of every success, so long as we actively set out to accomplish the goals we wish to achieve. Action is a vital factor in the equation to finding true happiness. Whatever it is you want, know that you can get it, but only after the proper amount of work has first been put in.

So here's my wish for all of you: I hope you realize you are capable of more than you originally thought, and that you take chances to find out more about yourself than you ever knew before. I hope you take a leap of faith; give yourself an adventure you'll never forget. I hope you open your heart, even if it's been broken, and let the possibility of love give you promise. Make mistakes, and have the courage to try again. Recognize the good, hold on to those who make you smile, and let yourself love without fear. And finally, I hope you make great plans, but most importantly, plan to be surprised.


Here's to the best year yet! All my love.