New Year state of mind...

As the current year is headed to a close and the new year is just around the corner, many make a New Year's resolution (often to get in better shape). In a way, this is mine. So, in no particular order, here is a list of what I hope to conquer in the next year.

1. Become a Big Sister

I have a whole other post planned chatting about how I feel called to be part of Big Brother, Big Sister. The jist is, I have felt called to join this organization to help a young girl, a Little, learn to have confidence, self worth, and to be a light in the world. I am excited to see what she will teach me also! I'm sure there will be a lot.

2. Donate blood

I have had many opportunities to donate blood during high school and my first semester at Ferris. The problem: The idea of blood being sucked out of my body sickens me. I'm sure I'm making a bigger deal out of it than it is, and I hope to have the courage to try donating blood within the next year because so many people are in need of blood every day.

3. Get a tattoo

Now, I know many of my family members would be horrified to know that I want to get a tattoo. That's okay. The tattoo that I have designed has a lot of meaning behind it, and I will not regret getting it in the future. This is also a courage resolution, because I am nervous of the pain and going by myself to get it done. Nonetheless, something I hope to accomplish soon...Or at least within the year.

Just a few, but I know that I can have a big impact. A little girl's future could change drastically because of my influence on her life. Even a stranger could impact another's life for worse or better in just a matter of moments. Giving blood is one such example. This year I wish to strive to make a positive impact on the world and focus less on "me".

HW