Now that it's 2016, it's time for New Year's resolutions, turning over a new page, and forgetting about whatever bad had happened in the past year. A new year is a new beginning, and it is a time for people to start fresh. However, while most try to forget about the year that had just happened and try to drown out last year's sorrows in champagne and glittery 2016 glasses, some actually take the time to appreciate good things that the past year had brought them. I would like to take the time to think about the best things that happened in 2015.

1. The legalization of gay marriage

By far one of the best moments of 2015 happened in June, when gay marriage was legalized in every state. This day was a making of history and will be recounted for years to come.

2. Achievements in space

This year, multiple findings in space were recorded and celebrated. NASA shared images of Pluto when a satellite finally reached the dwarf planet. Also, 2015 is a time to start planning on sending a man to Mars.

3. Justin Bieber comeback

On a lighter note, the complete 180 of Justin Bieber is one to celebrate. From high pitched "Baby" to the Calvin Klein model singing "Sorry," I think it is safe to say that almost everyone is a Belieber now.

4. The 'lob' trend

Short hair is in again, and thank God for it! Nothing is better than a trend that requires low maintenance, such as a lob. This trendy hairstyle is easy to maintain and looks great.

5. The Star Wars films

Even though I am not a huge fan, it's hard to think about 2015 without thinking about the huge fuss that these movies have caused.

6. The man bun

It is safe to say that I never thought this would be a trend. However, I can say with some confidence that this trend is one of the best things to happen in 2015. Not only is the man bun different, but it is definitely sexy if a guy can pull it off.

7. Hoverboards

We are officially a part of the future with this unique invention. Part skateboard, part Segway, these machines are what all the cool kids are using these days. Move over, Heelys!

8. Short boots trend

A new shoe trend was desperately needed, and 2015 provided us with one. Instead of the tall boots that were becoming very "been there, done that," now short boots are the way to go. Not only are they comfortable, but they are also different and stylish.

9. Saint West

We might not all be huge fans of the Kardashians, but we have to admit that Kim and Kanye's baby, Saint, is one of the cutest babies ever born.

10. The Apple Watch

Along with the hover board, the Apple Watch is further propelling us into the future. Soon, none of us are going to be using iPhones since all the information will become available on our wrists.