The Big 3-0

Dear Diary,

Just kidding! but it kind of does feel like I’m 16 again, writing in my diary and pretending like I am in a teen romance movie. But anyway…

Turning 30 can be scary but the year leading up to it, for me, came with a sense of clarity. I found an immense sense of gratitude for the 30 years of life, friends and family that have shaped the person I am today.

Trust me, I wasn’t always this positive about this specific milestone. When we reach certain ages we start to reflect on the past, think about what we didn’t do or what we should have done but a few months after my 29th birthday I made a decision to change my mindset. I instead started to focus on what I still wanted to do. I chose the word “action” and ran with it. No excuses and no limiting beliefs.

I want to laugh as often as possible, especially at myself.

I want to seek out adventure and use fear to push forward and grow. 

I want to lean into what brings joy and peace and let go of what doesn’t.

I want to show others, even strangers, they are so loved.

I’ve found my best days are when I am focused on being the best friend, sister, and daughter I can be because the people I hold closest to me, love me for who I am and the crazy big dreams I have.

To 29, thank your for pushing me to be better and for reminding me how good it already is.

To 30, I’m competitive so lets top it!