Goodbye 2010

As the first week of 2011 comes to a close, I've been thinking about 2010 and what a new year means. 2010 didn't seem like that big of a deal to me. I didn't really go on any trips. I didn't run a race or graduate or do anything that seemed too noteworthy. I just kind of...worked.

My blog has suffered for this same reason because I felt like I didn't have much to talk about because nothing much was happening. I've been pondering these things this week and realized that actually yes, thi

ngs did happen to me in 2010. It actually was a year of firsts and a year of accomplishment.

Top "Firsts" of 2010:

I lived alone for the first time early last year, and by the end of the year had my own place.

My first 9-5 office job. Well, it was telemarketing, but it was in an office.

My First NFL game!

I was in charge of running backstage for a professional theater on my own for the first time.

I made things for Christmas presents. (I found that I actually DO have a creative side)

Favorite moments of 2010:

AJ's wedding of course!

Living with this all summer.

Being in St. George with the whole family.

Many gospel conversations with my co-workers. They challenge me like I've never been challenged before.

Christmas with the family was just amazing.

Biggest accomplishment 2010

Well, considering that I spent most of 2010 working, I have to say my career. It definitely took a turn for the better this year. Last January I was the new, quiet, and shy intern at The Cleveland Play House. Today, it is a place I love to be, with people I love, in a job that I feel I am doing well. My dad raised me with a firm belief that hard work will take you places. He was right.

"Without hard work, nothing grows but weeds." - Gordon B. Hinckley

So I guess my year wasn't just a waste. I learned a lot about what I'm good at, what I want, and what I can accomplish. I'm making a little life for myself out here in Cleveland, Ohio, but I've learned I could make a little life for myself anywhere that I go.

I hope you never fear those mountains in the distance

Never settle for the path of least resistance

Living might mean taking chances

But they're worth taking

Lovin' might be a mistake

But it's worth making

Don't let some hell bent heart

Leave you bitter

When you come close to selling out

Reconsider

Give the heavens above more than just a passing glance

And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance

I hope you dance