This post is just a teeny bit late but I wanted to make sure I could gather every pic I could. Thank you all so much for the birthday wishes! I am absolutely grateful to those who sent me love & greetings all around, & even more thankful for the people who spent the day with me, even if just for a moment. Looking back at the past year or so, what with the state of the world & the pandemic & such, I feel like the biggest thing I've come to learn (aside from discovering that I do indeed have an introverted side lol) is the feeling of appreciation towards everything in life, big or small, & more importantly the people in my life, specifically those who are willing to stay even after a year without communication or interaction. This year I've seen people come & go, and just like many others, I've lost loved ones too. But I look back & think of the memories & I remember that no matter how hard things may be, no matter how alone in the world you feel, one thing is for certain: There will ALWAYS be a reason to continue. This year has hit me (& many others, I'm sure) with so much hatred. So much pain, so much sadness, all stemming from fear, indifference & the inability of others to sit down & understand each other. People judge each other now more than ever just because of who they are, how they look, who they love, what they support, or what they believe in. This year, like every year, I want to continue my journey to grow & do what I've always tried to do: Make a life where I can spread joy & inspire others to do the same & be themselves & fight for their dreams, all through my crazy personality, talents, & interests. People this year have asked me, "How do I keep going? How do I move forward? How is it possible for me to stay positive?" My answer is always the same: I do it by staying me and following my Motto. KEEP DOING YOU: Be Proud of Who You Are, No Matter What KEEP SHARING LAUGHS: Spread love & positivity to others even in the darkest times KEEP ON RAMBLING: never be afraid to speak your mind. As long as you're not hurting yourself or others, your word will always hold value. Thank you all. ❤ 1st & Last Photo by @nate_takes https://www.instagram.com/p/CQMq3ValDT_/?utm_medium=tumblr