Happy new year!

If I were to simplify everything inspirational that's ever been written—just to capture the true essence of it all—it would all boil down to this...

Know that everything happens for a reason even when you don't yet know what the reason is. If you get the chance take it, if it changes your life let it.

Embrace change for change is what gives you the opportunity to reach greater heights. Sometimes things need to fall in order to rise again.

Love deeply and forgive quickly. Put your heart in everything you do so to have no regrets. Appreciate all that feels good and learn from everything that hurts.

Hate is a waste of perfect happiness. So smile when you are sad, laugh every chance you get. Apologize when you should, and let go whatever you can't change.

You don't need to speak loudly to be heard, just speak from your heart.

Stay humble no matter how great you think your life is. If you get lost, go with the flow until you know. Love what you have and never forget what you had.

Always forgive but you don't have to forget. Learn from your mistakes so no time is wasted.

People can change and things can go wrong, but always remember that life will go on. Life is about taking chances, expanding your horizon, and creating moments to treasure.

Strength, courage and wisdom are just some of the gifts you get from overcoming adversity.

Thank the people who treat you right and surround yourself with those who support your most glorious dreams.

Life is not measured by the number of breaths you take, but by the moments that take your breath away.

Nobody said that life would be easy; they just promised that it would be worth it.

(There's more to come below, after this photo break...keep scrolling :)

My Nat and me

Who knew Santa could look like this??

My x-mas date, Gingy

At a barbeque

Gingy doesn't mind, trust me

My little friend, Lila

Am I still on my first drink?

Sneaking a bite

Things to remember as you do your best...
To have no regrets is to do your best at every given moment. Doing your best means whatever you do, you're doing it from the goodness of your heart, based on all the truth you know.

On your journey to do better, on your path to empowerment, you're going to find obstacles that will challenge you to make you stronger, make you think and rethink what you're doing. Thinking strengthens your mind, and your strong mind will understand that challenges you face aren't placed before you so you can back down and allow them to consume you, but rather so you can learn to face them fearlessly, and with authority—knowing without a doubt they're offering you an opportunity to reach greater heights!

Things to remember as you make your wishes...
Know that whatever position you occupy, you're an intricate part of this world. Whether you're aware of this or not, you have your place and purpose. Life's journey can be challenging at times, but no matter how dark a day may seem, or how hopeless a moment can feel, just remember that days can be a new, and moments can change.

Don't waste time being upset with what happened in the past, don't get carried away with worrisome thoughts of what may or may not occur in the future. Just focus on the present. Focus on what you can do right now, this very moment, to make your life great. Remember—the past is history, the future a mystery, but the present is a gift, which is why it's called the present.

Things to remember as you share your love...
What ultimately defines you is not only how you love at times of comfort and convenience, but also how you love at times of challenge and controversy. When you truly love a person, you will want nothing less than to give to them, be your best for them, inspire them, support their dreams and enhance their life. But what's most important is that you recognize this way of loving someone stands true as well when it comes to you loving yourself. So remember to share the same love you give to others with your Self.

Bye for now