So far my year has been off to a great start. I'm really feeling it this year. I've already made so much progress on my goals that I surprised myself!

Portland has been amazing. It's funny to think how nervous I was to come here again. Every day is magical and goes by faster than the last. My trip is not even half way finished and already Matthew and I have done so much. I woke up to snow! Went to a basketball game, visited a seminary, celebrated a Philippine national holiday, tried so many new foods, cooked a bunch, shaved a head, got to kiss a peen daily and saw quite possibly the longest French fry ever made! I just feel unbelievably lucky to have all the opportunities life hands to me.
As for my goal list I've already fully completed two of them (Learn to crochet and finish watching Justice League) and am on a great path to the rest. Wish me luck in keeping up the drive! :D

1. Watch 23 new movies

2. Read 23 new books

3. Try 23 new foods

4. Go back to school

5. Begin learning a new language

6. Donate blood regularly (once every 8 weeks)

7. Do more volunteer work

8. Learn to crochet

9. Practice self defense

10. Lose 23 pounds

11. Take another trip with Matthew

12. Spend less time on the internet

13. Get permit

14. Finish watching Justice League

15. Journal regularly (once a week at least)

16. Get concealed weapons permit

17. Participate in more cultural activities

18. Get together a cookbook

19. Have a picnic

20. Cook a meal at least once a month

21. Move to Portland

22. Keep track of my blessings

23. Don't lose faith