I am tired of people complaining on and on about how horrible 2016 was. Tragedy happens every day, bad things occur all the time, 2016 isn't special in those regards. Our society has an unfortunate habit of focusing on all things negative instead of the positive, or even a healthy mix. To start 2017 with a bright outlook, here are 17 things to look forward to this coming year:

1. "Spider-Man: Homecoming"

Spider-Man is FINALLY under Marvel's tender love and care . Let's just hope they don't screw him up because we do NOT need a fourth reboot in under 20 years.

2. "House of Cards" Season 5

I am not a man of politics unless you mention Frank Underwood.

3. "Wonder Woman"

Women are powerful and deserve the spotlight. This is the first of many modern milestones for bad-ass-or-not ladies on the big screen.

4. Summer

This is always something to look forward to. Every year. Is it April yet?

5. "Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 2"

Did you see the trailer?!

6. Award Season

The film industry is making a serious push toward diversity. The BAFTAs made a huge step by announcing films will not be eligible for the award if the film is not diverse, starting in 2019.

7. "Thor: Ragnorok"

I NEED TO SEE THOR AND HULK AGAIN!!!

8. "Sense8" Season 2

This show is a hidden treasure . It's full of the most diverse cast in modern television, relatable issues that society faces in the real world, not to mention class A writing, acting, directing...

9. "Game of Thrones" Season 7

We're all bummed it will only be seven episodes, but DANAERYS IS COMING TO WESTEROS.

10. Rick Grimes

His balls finally dropped! Watch out, Negan, the (good) old Rick is back! Now we have to get Carol on board.

11. J. K. Rowling is working on TWO books

Not one, but TWO ! One of which will be under her alias Robert Galbraith, and the other under her own name!!??!!

12. Horror Movies

With a line up including movies like "The Bye Bye Man," "Annabelle 2," "Insidious: Chapter 4," and reboots/revivals from iconic series such as "It," "Alien," "Saw," and "Ring," 2017 better make me poop my pants.

13. "Stranger Things" Season 2

We all fell in love last summer. Now we're waiting for the call back ...

14. A Total Solar Eclipse In August

I'm going to South Carolina to see this astronomic event, even though I don't need an excuse to go to South Carolina.

15. "Orange is the New Black" season 5

THAT CLIFFHANGER THOUGH.

16. Your Birthday

In advance, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

17. We will learn from the mistakes and tragedies of 2016

2016 was a crappy year, but it will remain a crappy year if you only reminisce about the crappy things. There was a lot of good. Let's meet 2017 with a positive attitude and open arms.