I've learned a lot....

I've learned a lot. I've learned a great lot this calendar year. Maybe it's because I graduated college- again and I've hit bottom and had to figure out how to get out of it. I've lost friends but gained new ones.

I've learned I'm my father's daughter through and through. It'll never change, so I better just embrace it. He's a good man to have as a father.

I've learned it's ok to fail. It shows you're human.

I've learned I am my own worst enemy and critic. I need to learn to accept compliments instead of finding the negative in them.

I've learned there is always a light at the end of the tunnel, just sometimes it's WAY far away.

I've learned I love babies. I love everyone else's babies like they are mine and someday I'll love my own.

I've learned I'm not as independent as I thought. And I'm ok with that.

I've learned some dreams are actually nightmares without all the scariness.

I've learned I could never, ever be a Yankees fan. Ever.

I've learned, as much as I love my parents- which I do, very much so- I could never, ever move back home.

I've learned people grow apart, but still understand their love for each other and it won't change.

I've learned love is real and it's hard.

I've learned I am more motivated when I have goals. Sometimes.

I've learned my brothers are the most important men in my life, with the exception of my father. They are the most loving, wonderful men I have ever met. I hope I find a man who treats me the way they treat their wives.

I've learned chivalry isn't dead.

I've learned crying isn't a weakness, it's actually a strength.

I've learned when I'm feeling down, doing something for someone is the best way to feel better about myself.

I've learned I really do love to cook, I just don't have much time for it.

I've learned people will never cease to amaze me. This can be a good thing and a bad thing. Take your pick.

I've learned so much in my short time, but I have no doubt I'll be learning more as time goes on.