2011: A New Beginning...

For 23 years, I lived the the light of those around me. I have done what everyone expected of me and the societal norms that apparently I am to live by. However, I am uncovering that I need to look beyond the expectations of others and these supposed norms. I need to find "me" who I truly am as an individual and person.

Katy Perry stated it best, "you are original and cannot be replace." I know my professional goals and objectives continue to be steadfast and secure that I want to work with college age students through their developmental process. Obviously, life is not a piece of cake but it is the what Miley Cyrus calls the "climb" that is important to each student's journey.

As I journey through the next few months, I will be evaluating and re-evaluating each relationship that I have with individuals as well as how can I improve myself. In 2011, I have chose to lose weight. It was seeing my family struggling through health issues and diabetes that I realized that my health cannot be my demise. Although my plan is vague at this point, I am learning more about fitness and trying to discover healthier eating habits.

Also in 2011, I want to ensure I have a strong relationship with myself. As many of you may know, I have been single for quite some time and need to discover what I love about myself to share it with the world. I am learning to seize opportunities and the day.

After watching the movie, "Letters to God," I have been inspired by one song- "You Give Me Hope."

I have listed the lyrics below for you to reflect over as well. Who knows what the results of 2011 will be but I am not wasting time. :) Thank you for your support and continuing to read my blog.

"YOU GIVE ME HOPE" by Between the Trees

I look at your smiling face,
Your so weak, yet you have such strength,
You take a glance around this place,
You make the best of everything

You give me hope, in spite of everything,
You show me love, even with so much pain
So I'll take this life and live like I was given another try

We laugh, we cry
Sometimes we're broken and we don't know why,
I'm tired and I lose my way,
you help me find faith, oOo

You give me hope, in spite of everything,
You show me love, even with so much pain

So I'll take this life and live like I was given another try
Just give me another try

You give me hope, in spite of everything,
You show me love, even with so much pain
So I'll take this life and live like I was given another try

You give me hope, in spite of everything,
You show me love, even with so much pain
So I'll take this life and live like I was given another try
Just give me another try
Just give me another try