~:[CH6 - Day 365]:~ The End of Another Chapter
The clock rolled down to midnight with the usual 3, 2, 1. It was the usual poppers, lucky noodles and TV blasting some celebratory music including Mariah, Britney and even BTS, but today was anything but ordinary. As is any day with family, it was another special celebration that I've continued to enjoy year after year. As while our family grows and it gets a little tighter of a squeeze, I appreciated the fact that we got to spend it together, whether it be spending time in the photo booth, eating, or just playing games and chatting. Life in 2017 was enjoyable and amazing, yet far from perfect, but that's how life is. Like the roller coasters I rode when my balance was off, sometimes you know going in that you may find difficulties during the ups and downs and life, yet sometimes you'll be surprised and finish unscathed. That's what makes life interesting and for the most part, enjoyable. There will be moments where darkness can overcome you and others when the beautiful scenery leaves you breathless, there will be love and heartache, there will be moments where you are carefree and others where you are stressed, but remember that no matter what, you have a circle of friends and family around you to lean on in the bad times and to celebrate with when times are good. As while at points life may be come too difficult to bear and it seems like you've reach the end, there is still much more of your story to tell and so many adventures left in the pages ahead. I never have been one to make resolutions as I feel that life is a continued cycle to try and start fresh and new. I'm not always the best at sticking to the new projects I begin, but no matter what goes on in my life, the sometimes routine annual celebration with the family are the most special in the story of my life. As while I've ventured to different continents and states, met a number of people, and experienced things I never imagined I'd be able to do, when the countdown happens, all that is amazing and special is right in front of you in front of the TV, waiting to celebrate together, to laugh together and to ring in a new year together. As while I break down the pages of my story, what makes each chapter special are the people who I am with and as I reach the end of another chapter, I know that the next will be just as special because I am surrounded by an amazing community of people like you. I am not sure why I got so lucky, but God has Blessed with greatest gift anyone could ask for in a given year and maintaining that is my life's resolution every day. May 2018 bring you Blessings, good health and great memories. Happy new year!