Highlights of 2016

2016 had its highs and lows (a whole lot of lows), but I'm just going to try to focus on the good that's happened this year in my life. Lots of laughs, milestones, and memories were made. So if you'd like, join me in reminiscing before the new year begins!

J A N U A R Y

We adopted this little munchkin, Peanut! It was love at first sight and since my dad saw him first, Peanut is extremely loyal to him. He even follows my dad around the house and everyday attempts to hump my dad's leg when he's napping. Nevertheless, he's my little fluff ball.

F E B R U A R Y

I got a new car in February! Mainly because my car was unreliable ever since I got in a car accident. But, this Fiat is amazing and even Josh got one too! If you missed it check out our matching cars couple post!

M A R C H

I don't know if you guys know this, but I started a company, Cuppa Cake & Co, for one of my classes. Our team designed mugs that we sold with microwavable cake mixes. They were actually delicious! It was probably my favorite class ever! To be able to build your own company from scratch and then break-even is such an amazing feeling. Unfortunately, the rest of the founders left the group and Maria and I live too far apart to continue making mugs and cake mixes. In March our class ended, but we still continued on for a couple of months. We made the second highest profit in the class!

A P R I L

I went to Comic-Con for the first time with Josh and Ashley. Such. A. Good. Time. Then later the month, it was my birthday and my friends and I went to one of my favorite spots in Seattle, Frolik, then we frolicked on down to Gameworks. Photo Booth photos are a must, obviously.

M A Y

The very last big project I had to do was a case competition for REI. We worked our butts off, presented to REI higher-ups, and placed second in the room not making it to the final presentation. Still, I'm proud of what we accomplished.

J U N E

I GRADUATED! After 18(?!) years of sitting in a classroom I'm free. But alas, I need a job... but I have a degree! Woohoo!

J U L Y

This was the month of countless outings for Pokemon Go. Even when we went to bars everyone was playing Pokemon Go. We also had a weird experience of a lady yelling at us in our cars about how Pokemon Go is evil, then continued to stalk us from her car.

A U G U S T

I went to the Philippines and surprisingly didn't get a tan, nor swam. The rain in the Philippines falls mainly when you don't want it to. Instead I was able to bond with my cousins and even Josh came for a week. To my family: just because I brought him to meet everyone DOES NOT mean we are getting married anytime soon. Thankfully, no one surprised us with a wedding, but they did mention it several times. Oh gosh.

S E P T E M B E R

The month I started my blog up again thanks to photos from my little brother, Eddie. I think I had a hesitation about continuing to post because I didn't look or feel like a blogger, but these photos told me that I was completely wrong. More from this shoot here!

O C T O B E R

I went to Chicago and talked about it on my blog at least four times. Thanks for sticking around even when you get sick of me! You can see the posts from them here, here, and here!

N O V E M B E R

I actually don't remember much of November, but I'm sure it had a lot to do with hanging out with this guy. Always making me laugh even when it's freezing outside and I just want to finish shooting.

D E C E M B E R

My sister came to town for a week! Christmas was wonderful! Everyone was happy with their presents! Snowboarded around!

Now the New Year is approaching and I'm so thankful for everything that's happened this year. Hopefully, next year will be even better for everyone in this world! Don't forget to wear polka dots (or anything circular), have change in your pocket, and jump several times when the bell drops for money this upcoming year! ☺