One Year

365 days

12 months

However you want to look at it, a year isn't really that long at all..

I have learned this the hardway.

I have learned that in one year, a person can grow, change, and even mature beyond their own dreams.

I have learned that in a year a person can outgrow some of their old ways, learn new ones, and even shed a few tears.

I have learned that in a year a person can turn around and be right where they were the previous year, if only they choose too.

I have learned that in a year a person can learn what the true meaning of the word "Blessed" is.

I have learned that when given no other choice, a person, in a year, can become one of the strongest people in the world (next to Superman of course)..

I have learned all of these things, because in one year, 365days, 12 months, I've done them all, or at least some or the others.. However you wish to look at it.

In a year I have learned, I've loved, I've lost, I've spun around in circles til I couldn't see straight, and came out a new person in the end.

I've learned in one year, I have grown to become the strong, independent woman I am today.

I've learned that "my blessings" come from within my own life, not always the outside world.

I've learned that letting go is the only way at times.

I've learned that just because you want something/one, that doesn't mean you should have them/it.

I've learned alot this past year. I have learned that I am alot stronger than I give myself credit for. That I can in fact give up my old ways, and "teach an old dog new tricks" (so to speak)..

I'm learning the true meaning of being "myself" if for no other reason than I haven't a choice.

I've learned that the old me is dead, the new me is just starting shine through.

Tonight as I lay my head down, I will reflect not on the past, but my present and the future of my life.

I will not dwell on the past anymore. I'm moving forward, moving on, and upward..

I will remember always, but I will not have to dwell any longer..