#16thingsin2016
1. My mother married someone who loves her, respects her, and makes her laugh...A LOT! (I'm talking fits of laughter. It's good to see.)
2. I witnessed my youngest brother become a responsible young man, and he became a husband.
3. I am an Auntie-to-be! (My aboved mentioned brother and sister-in-love are expecting their first child, my mom's first grandchild.)
4. I [finally] started driving and got my drivers license and a car. (Refer to my blog post, Anxiety Suffered Casualties, to understand why this could possibly make the list.)
5. I moved to a different city.
6. I made the highest hourly wage of my professional career...so far.
7. I started working in an environment that is absolutely good for me. I love it!
8. I saw a beloved friend for the first time in about six years.
9. I moved so much closer to authenticity this year, and it felt good!
10. I settled on a permanent name for my blog. Shout out @Unnecessary_Insults!
11. I became celibate. (For me, at this point in my life, this is a really good thing.)
12. Multiple unhealthy relationships & friendships ended.
13. My younger brother got into fabulous shape, became health conscious, and is a constant source of inspiration/motivation to me and others. Shout out to my Bubba.
14. My uncle is home after spending many years incarcerated. (I know this would have filled my Granny's heart with happiness.)
15. My relationship with both of my parents has improved, and I better understand and appreciate them.
16. I shared so many good, hearty, soul-needed laughs with Grandma who is still with us today.
