2014 goals!

2013 was an amazing year. It was life changing in so many ways! But I just have a little feeling that 2014 might be even better. I have so much to look forward to next year! This summer will be my last summer as a college student which is so crazy to think about. The best part is that I get to spend the whole summer in Montana with Dj. I actually get to spend more time with him in 2014 than I did this year (hopefully). Spring break, 3 months of summer, and hopefully next Christmas he can come home. I can't wait to see how much closer we are after another year! Every time we're together we have such a good time and we become even closer than we ever though possible, so after another year, I can't even imagine how amazing our relationship will be!

We had a good New Years. We didn't go out, but we just stayed in and hung out with his roommates. I was so happy that we got to spend it together, it was perfect! And now that its finally 2014, I've been thinking about some goals to set. I don't like making 'resolutions' per se, but I do have a few things I need to work on this year.

School. I'm really bad about skipping class. Like really bad. I'm lazy and it's so much easier and less boring to stay at home than to go to class right? But this semester, I'm going to try not skip at all. I'm taking business classes which I've never taken before, so I really have to try hard this semester!

Money. I have a wonderful job, and I also make some money through my blog doing sponsorships and designs. So I make a decent amount of money. Here's the problem...I really like Starbucks....and Chipotle...and In-N-Out. I'm terrible at saving my money. This year I want to start saving much better. No more spending all of my money on food. I want to try to save a good chunk of money this year, so when I graduate next May I'll have a decent amount of money saved up!

My diet. Now, when I say 'diet', I don't mean I'm eating healthy to lose weight. I can't do that- I like Hot Cheetos and chocolate way too much. But you probably already know that I'm lactose intolerant and gluten intolerant, and I've been trying to be good about it. I was doing really well- until I came to Montana (oops). But I would love if I could go a whole year being virtually gluten and dairy free. I feel so much better when I don't eat it (but it's hard because I loooove quesadillas and grilled cheese and macaroni and pizza).

That pretty much sums it up! I hope you all had an amazing new year and I would love to hear your goals if you'd like to share! I also wanted to remind you to enter the giveaway if you haven't yet, and to get your posts ready for the link up on Monday! Have a good week loves!

cheers to a new year!

2013 was a great year. But I am so excited for this new year to start and see what adventures 2014 has for me. I will begin my senior year of college in 2014. I will spend the whole summer with the love of my life. Hopefully this little blog and my design site will grow even more, and I'm sure there will be many amazing things that happen next year that I can't even imagine right now! Looking into the future, I am just very excited about what is to come. It's almost the end of the month, which means that it is now time to share with you all January's topic for the Ten Favorite Things link up! On Monday January 6, come join me to share your ten favorite things about a new year!

Grab the button from my sidebar for your post and get it ready! I can't wait what you all have to say! But for now, here are my Ten Favorite Things about a new year!

one opportunity. A new year means new opportunities and fresh starts. Whether it's an opportunity with a new job, or something within your school, making new friends or meeting your soul mate, there is always the anticipation of new beginnings that excite me so much. While 2013 had many of those things for me, I know that 2014 is going to be just as amazing, if not more!
two the weather. In Arizona, it doesn't really get not hot as hell cold until the end of December/January, so I always love the weather at the beginning of the new year. I might be regretting saying that though when I'm still in Montana and its -100 degrees and snowing outside! Brrr.
three motivation. With resolutions and goals swirling around this time of year, I always have a little extra motivation. I'm not particularly fond of making resolutions because I usually never follow through with them, but I am always excited to start the year out on a happy and healthy note!
four New Years Eve. I know this is technically not part of the new year, but I mean c'mon, who doesn't love getting a little cray cray on New Years?! Poor Handsome got to spend it last year in Amsterdam and this year has to spend it in Montana with his girlfriend who can't legally go out and drink, but I'm sure that we're going to have a good time!
five new classes. I am so glad that college classes are only a semester long. I don't know how I stayed in the same class for a whole year in high school. By the time the semester is over, I am so sick of my classes and so so sooo ready to move on! Next semester I am taking mostly business and psychology classes, which might be a lot of work but at least I'm finally taking classes that I'm interested in!
six reading people's resolutions. Like I said, I'm not big on making my own resolutions. But I do love reading other people's resolutions and betting on how long they'll actually stick to them. 
seven relaxation. I love the holidays. I really love them. It's hands down the best time of the year and I wish that it could be all year long. But, sometimes it can be really stressful! With finals, gift shopping, arranging travel, and all of the other craziness that comes with the season, the new year presents a chance to get away from it all. The stress and chaos is finally over, and we can relax.
eight reflection. A new year also calls for reflecting over the past year. Enjoying the memories made and learning from the mistakes can be very helpful when starting fresh!
nine another birthday. Uh...who doesn't love birthdays?! Another year means that another birthday is coming! That's the funny thing about birthdays...they're kind of an annual thing. (Yes, I just quoted Tangled.)
ten change. I guess this one kind of goes along with number one, but a new year allows for change. Change in your life, body, and mind. There's always something we can do to make ourselves and our lives better, and starting a new year off with this mentality can be an amazing thing. If we all try to be a little kinder, a little more patient, or treat one another with a little more respect- think about all of the change that can be made!

Don't forget to get your posts ready and come link up on the seventh! Cheers to a new year! 

a year in review

Good morning my lovely and amazing readers! I'm off to an early start today because....I'M GOING TO MONTANA TODAY!!!!! Can you tell I'm a little excited? :) I can't wait to get there and see my handsome man!!!!! Before you read the post I have for you today, you should check out Nikki's blog because I just finished her new design! If you'd like to start your new year off with a new design, check out Beloved Designs! Also, check out my sponsorship options and snatch up one of those babies before prices go up soon! :) Anyway, on to todays post....

Looking back on this past year, I can easily and honestly say that it has been the best year of my life. Hopefully, in the years to come, I can say that again- I know that each year from here on out will be special and exciting because I'm reaching such a pivotal point in my life! But even five years from now, when I look back, I think that 2013 will always have a special place in my heart for so many reasons.

I met the love of my life. This year I met the man of my dreams and was the first of many wonderful years to come! He changed my life in so many ways, and it's hard to believe that someone can mean so much to me in only a year! 

I got to go to Europe. I never thought I would get the chance to visit another country. It's expensive and it's not something that's easily done. It has always been something I've dreamed about doing, and this year I actually got to experience it. With my best friend! It was amazing.

I finished half of my schooling. After this year, I only have three semesters to go. A year and a half and I'll graduate and finally be able to live with Dj and start my life with him!

I moved into my first apartment. I lived in the dorms last year, which is technically living "on my own" but this year I really got a feel for life as an adult. I had to pay bills and clean up after myself, which doesn't sound fun, but it's such a nice feeling being out on my own!

I got an amazing job. I really really love my job. The family I work for is so sweet, and the little guy I watch couldn't be any cuter. The schedule is perfect and it's a very relaxed job! I'm very very lucky! :)

I started this blog. Endlessly Beloved was born in August, and when I began blogging I had no clue that it would become such an important aspect of my life. I fell in love with blogging, designing, and I've received so much love and support from you all. I couldn't be more grateful, so thank you! To each and every one of you that come on over here day after day and read my nonsense- I'm so thankful for you.

What are your memorable moments from the past year?