23

Happy 23rd Birthday to me 🎂, another year older, another year wiser.

22 was filled with a lot beautiful moments. I traveled to places that belonged on postcards. I read a lot of books. I started University and met some genuine people. I drank too much coffee. I took the leap and learned how to ski. I danced at shows. I journaled, a lot. I began to choose myself, for myself.

Looking back, those beautiful moments stood out the most. But there were moments of confusion, hurt, anger, sadness, and nerves. I reacted to those not-so-happy moments the best I knew how, by turning them into something greater.

The confusion led to clarity.

The hurt led to healing.

The anger led to setting healthy boundaries.

The sadness led to gratitude.

The nerves led to realizing my capabilities.

They all led to enlightenment.

I celebrated my big day surrounded by my my friends and family, doing things that bring me joy. I spent my morning in a coffee shop, spent the afternoon decorating the house, and spent the evening full-on celebrating. Happy birthday was sung, cupcakes were eaten, and bubbly was popped. My heart felt so full, love was all around ♡

For my 23rd year on this planet I hope to to continue feeding my sense of curiousity, and do whatever it is that makes me smile ear to ear. To cherish the special people in my life, and carry myself in such a way that's unapologetically me, through and through.

Here's to 23.