Quarterly Update

Kate called it! Time for an update!

First off, I will refer to one of my earlier posts:

"Any resolutions for the new year?? Every time I make one, i break it... but i'm gonna give it a try again. I'd like to be more secure with myself in the comming year, being more able to stand up for me and what I choose to do. I want to not be run over by others. I want to be more healthy. Work out maybe a little more. Not owe people so much money. annnnd get a puppy (although chance > all dogs) when i can afford it! hahaha"

Well.... I am becoming more secure with myself. I've broken free from a relationship turned sour. I've completely torn apart my life and started over again from the ground up. I have a new job at Park Mazda selling cars. I've already proved myself as having potential and am very excited with the opportunities that are on the horizon. I am laying the foundation.
I've decided to make a life for myself right here. I've worked so hard to get myself to where I am (granted, I did have a ton of help... i love you mom, luke, and kate!!!) and i'm not going to waste it. This is my time to make myself happy... and I'm going for it full throttle. You can't get run over if they can't catch you! haha
I've been alot more healthy since I made the decision to ditch what stressed me out the most. I'm on my way to a healthy independence... and I'm psyched.

As you can see, things have changed dramatically. And I'm really okay with it. Life has those crazy twists and turns and suprises. So I'm not living like I'd planned... but this is so much better! I'm closer to my family and friends. Reconnecting with old buddies and getting to know new people who I probably wouldn't have given much thought to. I'm enjoying this and growing every day.

I'm not saying that I don't get lonely... or sad... because I really do sometimes. But it can't be rosy all the time, or you wouldn't appreciate all the good stuff that comes into your life.

I'm also riding horses again. Professionally even. I can't believe I even let the thought of getting out of the business entertain me for a while. I don't need to own every horse... or spend every second with equines. But they are my passion, and I just can't throw that away either. That is part of me and what makes me who I am. We are all passionate about something... what is it that makes you tick?


well thats enough for now

love everybody!
-Val