Aubrey Marie: Out with the old. In with the new.

2014. Seriously what a year. When a new year starts, you get all excited cause you're going to make this year the best one yet! right? Well for me it's always been a little different. I was never into the goal setting and the "New Year Resolutions" because to be honest I just suck at them. Of course I'm excited for a new year, a fresh beginning, but I like to take the days as they come. I set goals throughout the year because it's easier for me to take little steps at a time. "This week I'm going to go running at least 3 times" "This week I'm going to read my scriptures and write in my journal every night." "I'm going to attend the temple this week." -Like I said, small but easier for me to handle.
I am excited for 2015 but I wanted to take a second to reflect on my 2014.

2014 was the most challenging yet rewarding year of my life.

Some night's I'd go to sleep hoping I'd sleep forever. Some days I never wanted the sun to set. I was pushed in the Gospel more than ever before and I learned some valuable lessons. When crying, I was comforted. When happy, I was unstoppable. I'm a go getter and always have been, and that's okay. I've learned more and more how to comfort people.. even though I still stink at it most of the time. I've forced out the I love you's. Those 'awkward silences' aren't so awkward anymore. People you love do hurtful things. I've learned that even though you didn't think you'd survive, you do. But most importantly I've learned to rely on my Savior. He fills in the cracks and helps me see how beautiful life can be. I've learned how important the Gospel is in my life and how much happiness it can and has brought me.

Cheers to 2014! The year I am most grateful for thus far.

I took pictures of my oh so hot roommates!