Teacher Got Style Takes Vegas

2018- my best and worst year all rolled into one. First of all, I traveled so much. I lost my travel buddy to college (great place to lose her to) so I was on my own. From New York, to BarbieCon in Arizona, I earned lots of frequent flyer miles, and redeemed some too! I saw my favorite speaker in the Bahamas and then had the privilege to attend a class taught by her! I took more than 10 trips this year! 2019 starts off with a ski trip to Aspen. I’m working hard at keeping the travel ball rolling.

Overall, my year was fantastic, however, I’m still grieving the loss of my mother. Her passing last year left me with a hole in my heart. I still become very sad when I think about her. There’s no timeline when it comes to grief. I’m taking it day by day and continuing on with my life.

I also experienced voluntary loss. I had to let go of two of my longest friendships! I’ve known AJ for more than 30 years, and I’ve known RG for more than 20. It was a hard pill to swallow, but those relationships were no longer serving me. Perhaps, I was no longer serving them either. The sad part is that I realized it long before this year, but felt obligated to stay connected with them because of how long I’d known them. I started to open myself up to new people who were spiritual, awesome and amazing to me. I could see the difference between the new and the old. That’s when I knew that I had to let go. The whys are unimportant! It didn’t seem to matter to either of them, so I know that I did the right thing. A friend of mine posted to beware of people in your circle, but not in your corner. My eyes are open.

I look forward to continuing openness, and attracting good people. I deserve it, and so do you! I’m starting 2019 off with an open mind and heart. Happy New Year!

XOXO

Sonya