Inspired

Every time a new year rolls around, I always find myself thinking about the past year in the most pessimistic ways. Unless I achieved some kind of scholarship, won the lotto, started a job that paid $100k a year, or graduated with my BA, I assume the year was a waste. I have to realize that this isn't true at all and 2010 was an extremely blessed year.

As this year begins at an extremely productive rate, here are the people and places that made my 2010 an unforgettable year:

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I've been skipping around from college to college not knowing what to do with my life until I got here. I finally listened to my conscience and realized why I lose interest in anything I've been studying for the past few years. The answer: because I wasn't doing what I wanted to do. Simple right? Well, it was a lot easier to tell myself that I didn't want to become a nurse than to actually rid my life of everything that had to do with it. I kept my admission to CSUB and finally switched my major. I'm working toward achieving a Communications/PR degree and I'm so glad that I made the decision when I did. It's the best decision I've ever made and my grades totally reflect that. Finally.

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These are not my children, they're the next best thing: my god-children. Mia Elizabeth, Luna Rose, and Riley Matthew are the reason why Christmas is still fun. I don't pretend to have the energy to keep up with them but when they're around, Ninang seems to want to run, jump, and play! So thank you little children for making the holidays fun again and for making me realize that I don't need to have children of my own! Just kidding...I think.

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These people not only made my year, they make my life. This blog would be too long if I listed all the reasons why. Trust.

4.

Never in my life have I felt like everything was going to be okay. With this guy, everything is. As long as he stays out of the hospital, there's no reason not to be optimistic about the future.

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My trip to the Philippines in August was a life-changing experience. With the intention of moving there for school, I arrived with an open mind and ended up embracing the country with open arms. I began to appreciate the people, the places, and life in general. I know it's really cliche to say, but this trip made me humble and made me realize that I have to work hard for everything I want. This trip helped me discover spirituality and humility. I miss those I left behind and can't wait to go back.

All in all, 2010 was one of the best years of my life. Not only did I explore the spiritual side of my life, but I forced myself to open my eyes wider than they have ever been. 

Here's to a 2011 that is even better than the year before!