It’s currently 11:44 PM. As I write this post, I’m gradually saying sayonara to a fantastic 22nd year of life and anticipating the glorious midnight reminder that I’ve turned 23. What a year!

Since July 3rd, 2019, I have: lived in France, moved to Boston, started my first job post-grad, run 120+ miles while training for a (now-cancelled) marathon, developed a deep love of cooking, and decided to pivot careers. Even (especially??) in gloomy times—there’s still a pandemic going on, after all!—I find it super important to recognize how much progress and growth have occurred. Looking back on my time as a 22-year-old, I’m proud of what I’ve done, where I’ve been, and how I’ve changed.

I’ll cut the sappy post short and just say this: as always, may this next year be even bigger, better, and brighter!

^Last pic as a 22 year old! 👋