2010 Year in Review

I realized today that it's been a really long time since I've sat down and made a blog post. The date of my last entry told me that it had been a year and a half, to be exact. I read over a few of my old posts and decided to delete them. This is a new year and I--like many--am seeing it as a new beginning. Out with the old and in with the new, as they say.

I've also realized that a lot of things have changed over the last year, both good and bad. This entry will be a sort of year-in-recap.

1. I entered a relationship late in January and am currently still in that relationship. This is the longest I have ever been with anyone, so I'm very proud of that accomplishment. We don't get to spend a lot of time together, and things aren't perfect between us, but I'm staying positive. I'm already coming up with fun ways for us to spend our anniversary :)

2. I obtained my Bachelor's degree! I earned it in only 7 semesters, which I'm also proud of.

3. I just finished my teacher certification program and am currently looking for employment at a school in Caddo or DeSoto.

4. I learned SO MUCH from my cooperating teacher during student teaching. She shared with me valuable strategies, activities, suggestions, and advice. She is both my mentor and a good friend. Thank you, Kristie!

5. I was named Cashier of the Year for my second consecutive year. I also trained a few new people in the office.

6. I put my dog to sleep. It's the hardest decision I've ever had to make in my life, but I believe it was for the best. He was 14 years old and his body was shutting down. The vet gave me a long list of things he suspected to be happening internally and I just couldn't bear to let him suffer any longer. He was my first dog and--since I'm an only child--my brother. I love and miss you, Buddy.

In retrospect, it's been an interesting year. I accomplished a lot, but I also struggled through some hard times. I guess that's life. Going into this new year is bittersweet. I'm done with school! I've made it to the end of a long journey, but I've got to continue moving forward. My life is no longer mapped out by degree programs and college advisors. I'm in control now...and that's kinda scary.

I'm also trying to decide on a New Year's Resolution (or perhaps a few). If you know me, I welcome your suggestions in a comment; tell me what YOU would like me to change about myself. If you don't know me, share what your own resolution is. Maybe it will inspire me.