A new year has stumbled upon us, and many of us are expecting so many good things to happen this year. This year has literally flown by for some and drug on for others.

This past year was a remarkable, memorable, fun and exciting year. Although some goals were not met, some disappointing things happened, some heartbreaks, and many tears. You have made it to another year, and you are OK.

We sympathize for those loved ones who could not be here to see the new year.

Personally, this year is a huge year for me. I finally graduate high school — I finally finished those 13 years of school that seemed to take forever. Then, I am making a huge move down to south Florida for college and starting nursing school.

This is a year I have personally been waiting for. So, I am so excited to see what it has in store for me.

As for others, don't lose your spark. Gain motivation to achieve those goals you have been fighting for. Be brave and take risks you never dared to take before. Be amazing!

Life will happen and unfortunately, this might be the worse year for someone. But, it is important to remember that it can't rain forever. The clouds may be dark and dull at that time, but the sun will shine at some point. Whenever that is, that frown should be turned upside down.

Always have the mindset that this year WILL be your year. But never get mad if it doesn't turn out to be your year. A year will be your year.

Stop having the mindset "new year, new me." Nobody is going to change within a day. Change happens over time. But instead, maybe try ''new year, better me." It is important to better yourself, before changing your whole self within a day.

As we look back on the year in review, many of us can name tons of accomplishments and many cannot. We obviously all had some goal we wanted to accomplish. This year set realistic goals, set goals to challenge yourself, and set something to look back on and really say "I did that."

With a promise of a fresh start, I hope you cherish all the good moments and say goodbye to all the bad ones.

I hope you step out of your comfort zone and experience things. I hope you don't forget the little things. Lastly, I hope you don't hold onto the grudges and put the past behind you.

I hope this year is one for the books, I hope this year is a hell of an amazing one, and I hope you love and cherish each day as it comes.

In conclusion, I hope you know that New Years is NOT the only time for new beginnings, all you need is a little inspiration and motivation and you can begin whenever you want.

Have a great new year, and make this one a one to remember.

"Heres to the next chapter in your life."