Milestones

Today officially marks one year that I've been doing this blog! The posting hasn't always been super consistent, but I look back at what I've done in the last 365 days and I hope that my posts have been able to uplift and inspire.

This milestone has really made me look back at the past year and at other milestones I've reached. It's crazy how different I feel from the girl who was about to start college and had no idea what to expect.

I look back at where I was and I can't believe how much has changed.

I also look back and am proud of what has stayed the same.

When we reach milestones, we need to celebrate them.

We need to look back with fondness, appreciating what we've accomplished.

I can guarantee there is at least one milestone you've reached in the last year that you deserve to be proud of.

So celebrate it!

Sometimes I think we get so focused on our goals and who we want to become, that we don't take the time to recognize how much we've already accomplished. So take that time today! Acknowledge a milestone you've reached in the last year and do something to celebrate! Go out to eat at your favorite restaurant. Treat yourself to a manicure. Set aside one hour just for some you time with your favorite book or TV show.

Give yourself permission to be proud of what you've done.

If this blog has helped you at all in the last year, I am thrilled. God has given me such an amazing life full of experiences, both good and bad, that have helped me become the person I am today. If it wasn't for His love, His guidance, His timing, and the answers He gives me to my prayers, I wouldn't be where I am today. This blog is simply a result of a life full of ups and downs, a life guided by the gospel of Jesus Christ. It's an imperfect life, but it's one I hope can bring inspiration and help to those who need it.

Thank you for reading! Here's to another year!