Day 2: How much have you changed overall in 2011?

2011 was definitely filled with new experiences that made a great impact on my life. I have become more responsible and independent. I realize that I am no longer a kid anymore. I can dream all I want of turning back to a time where I do not have a single care in the world. However, I have responsibilities now. As each year passes, I am getting older and closer to becoming a fully independent adult in this big and lonely world. My parents are not always going to be there to pick me up every time I fall. Yet, I have also learned to step back and enjoy life as well. My life in Austin is so fast paced and hectic that sometimes I forget to enjoy what is in front of. I have great friends and family that truly love me and support me. I overlook the blessings I have in life, but now, I know when it is time for me to step back and just breathe. 

Day 3: A person who has impacted your life in some way this year.

It is not a person, but rather it a group of people. I would have to my FSA family has really impacted me the most. They know who they are. These are the people that accepted me for who am I and everything I stand for. They did not judge me, but rather embrace my flaws. Even though I am always busy with school, they never forget about me.  They encourage me to my best and I encourage them to do their best. We support each other, but we also love one another. We laugh and do stupid stuff together, but they showed me the definition of what true friends really are. 

Day 4: Something you’ve learned this year.

“Love is the willingness to create for another a field of living that encourages their growth and acceptance in a usually respectful manner. Sex may be added for flavor when naturally wanted.” 

- Dr. Brownstein

I am glad I took Human Sexuality this semester. Many people thought that class is just solely about sex, but we explored many different topics besides sex. A lesson that I took to heart was the dynamics of a relationship. He gave us different  tips in how to have a successful relationship and what defines an unhealthy relationship. I found out that my relationship with my walrus is an unhealthy one. These tips made me realize why we fight and how simply changing my attitude and my tone of voice could make our relationship better than it is today. I am pretty sure Dr. Brownstein would never read this, but if he did, I would tell him that he was great professor. He changed my perspectives on different topics but also exposed me to topics that my usually science classes would never cover. 

Day 5: Describe an adventure you had this year. 

I went to Disney World with Michael’s family without telling my parents. They thought I was busy in Austin working and going to summer school. However, I was in Mississippi and Florida for two whole weeks. I felt horrible for not telling them, but I am glad I went on this trip. It help me bond with his family on another level and it was a nice treat for my hard work that year. 

Day 6:  Any words of wisdom/advice for anyone?

“Love is a gift; not something you owe someone or they owe you.”

Day 7: 10 things you want to say 10 people.

I am skipping. 

Day 8: Things you hope for in 2012.

I hope for happiness .

Day 9: What are you looking forward to in 2012?

Hopefully, I will get into UT’s nursing program.

A year filled with good company and no drama. 

Oh, I am going to go through with doing Lassos! *crossing my fingers that I get in*

Day 10: Anything you wish to say to end 2011/start 2012.

Thank you for a great year, but 2012 would be a even greater one. 

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