2016 was a HUGE year for me. This was the year I graduated high school, moved away to college, and experienced living on my own for the first time.

Another huge event that happened to me as a result of a small decision I decided to make on January 1st, 2016. While making this little decision, I had no idea the impact that this would result in my life. This decision was to start an "#ebproject366" During this project, I would post on instagram an event, a person, a quote, a memory, etc that I was thankful for that day.

The project started out very easy. I'm thankful for my friends, family, food, a house; then it became more difficult. I really had to focus on the things that mattered and what really meant the most to me at the end of each day. Some days my posts were not always positive things that I am thankful for. Sometimes, you have to be thankful for the bad things in life too. They open your eyes to see the good things that you've never really payed attention to.

After 366 days of being thankful, I have really learned a lot. I learned that some days aren't always easy. I learned that no matter what happens, if we wake up each morning we have many reasons to be thankful. I also learned that through being thankful I have improved many relationships. When we appreciate others and show our gratitude and thankfulness for a person our relationships grow stronger.

I would like to thank all of the people who encouraged me through this project and also to those who doubted me. It was a great experience and I have learned a lot through it and even learned a lot about myself.

I encourage everyone to notice the small things each day and appreciate what is around you. No, you don't have to post it on social media like I did. However, once you start slowing down in life and start to take in each moment I guarantee you your life and attitude will change for the better.

Just remember, "every day may not be good, but there is something good in every day."