It's a new year so I really want to try and start fresh. Reflecting back on these past three weeks, I realized that there are a lot of people and things that I take for granted. As someone that lives with a high amount of anxiety everyday, I find myself getting upset and frustrated over the smallest stuff and not focusing on the important things, particularly the amazing people that I met over and spent time with over the past few months.
I moved to London, full of nerves and anxiety that I wasn't going to make any friends, but I ended up meeting an incredible group of people that have given me memories I will cherish for the rest of my life.
Hannah and Molly were the greatest upstairs neighbors I could ask for, as well as people I could turn to when I had a problem or when I needed a good night out. I laughed so much with them, I almost cried and they brought such positivity to my life over the past few months. They always encouraged me to do what I wanted to do and to come out of my shell and I am forever grateful for that.
Rachel, Emily, Ellie and Katie are four people I wish I hadn't met so late in the semester because they truly brightened up my life. From almost falling asleep in the class to fascinating over our music professor, I have memories with these girls that I will never forget. Particularly our trip to Birmingham for the BBC Music Awards. After standing in the rain and pushing to the front, Ellie, Emily, and Katie are three people I am glad were next to me during One Direction. And to Ellie, who quickly ended up being my kindred spirit and shared more common interests with me than any other person I have ever met.
I wasn't expecting to become fast friends with Bridget especially after we awkwardly stood next to each other at a gig and didn't say anything to each other, only to be introduced ten minutes later on sketchy Kilburn High Road. We connected instantly and I am so glad I was able to have so many memorable nights out with her. Her carefree, fun attitude rubbed off on me and has helped me to come out of my shell more than ever before. From lemon lime vodkas and bitters to two a.m. chats about life, I am very happy to have met this beautiful Australian lady.
My dear friend of almost five years, I am so happy I was able to show her around London and see her after spending so much time apart. We can go months without seeing each other or talking, and pick everything back up the second we see each other. She is one of the most intelligent, beautiful people in my life and I am so happy I was able to see her before she returned to Boston.
After seven years since she came and stayed with my family in Washington, my sister and I were finally able to reconnect with Flore in Paris. A lot has changed in seven years and she has such a positive and kind spirit I could only wish to have one day. She instantly brings light into every conversation or situation and I hope I am able to return to France to see her once again.
And my best friend in the entire world, my sister. Dropping her off at the airport today was one of the hardest things I have had to do in a long time and the sense of loneliness I feel at this moment is not something I have ever felt. The past three weeks with her were incredible and I only wish I could take back the moments my mood put a damper on our travels. She is always patient with me and brings out the best in me even when we are fighting or my cynicalness is getting the best of me. If I could, I would rewind to the beginning of her trip and spent more time appreciating her being there with me.
I guess what I'm trying to say with all of this is that it is important to take time and reflect on what you have done and who you have met. For 2016, I am going to spend more time living in the moment and less time worrying and stressing about the little things that happen in life. Appreciate the opportunities you have and the people you have in your life.
Hope all is well.
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