Letter to my 15 Year Old Self

I read something recently about writing a letter to yourself in the past. I decided that this was an awesome idea. So here is my letter to myself.



Dear 15 Year Old Savannah,

Hi! It is me, well you, from the future. I just wanted to tell you a few things & give you a few pointers for the next ten years.

First of all, you are skinny. That stomach that you hate so much (because your hip bones don't stick out as far as they did when you were 13), those thighs that you wish were thinner...well they aren't here anymore. Stop eating all that junk food - and working out actually means going to the gym! I know its confusing. By the way, while at work, stop eating all the ice cream. Mom was right, it will catch up to you.

Speaking of Mom, she is right more than you know. I know, it sucks, her telling you that she is right and that one day you will realize it...well...she was right. Stop fighting her all the time, she is just trying to do her job. Tell her you love her a little more and spend time with her. She will miss you in the future, when you have a job and school to worry about. You will miss her too, even though you would NEVER admit it.

Thank Mom & Dad for everything they do for you. Come to find out, they have given up a lot for you to be able to do the things you love. Even 10 years later, they are still paying your car insurance. Thank them. They deserve it.

High school isn't everything and the quicker you realize that - the better. Anything that happens in high school doesn't matter in the real world. NO ONE - and I mean NO ONE - cares about who you were in high school. Enjoy it while you can, because in 10 years you will miss it. Responsibility sucks. You will regret all those times you said "I can't wait until I am in my 20's and doing whatever I want!".

So, that boy you are madly in love with...he hurts you. No you won't marry him, even though right now you think that you will. He will make your heart hurt in ways you have never thought possible. You will experience your first heartbreak with him. His selfish ways will cause you to not trust people the same way. It will cause you to build a wall - BUT there is awesome news!! You will meet someone who is great for you. He loves you for you. He doesn't mind when you act like a complete idiot. He is funny, charming and he pushes you to be your best.  Best of all, he is taller than you! Don't fight him so much. You are only trying to protect yourself, but you will push him away. Don't worry, he stays with you through the hard times & loves you no matter what.

Also, you will meet your best friends in college (you have some great ones now, but wait until you meet your new ones! They are crazy!). Your very best friend is amazing. She is always there for you...no matter what. Even when you show up randomly, crying on her doorstep, she will be there. She is great. Don't let that friendship go. She is a true friend, who will be there through it all.

College is different. You will hate it & love it all at the same time. You will move home and spend 4 years trying to figure it out. You won't figure crap out, but go ahead and make yourself happy, and pursue your dreams.

You are going to have some hard times ahead of you.  You are very lucky to have family & friends who support your decisions. Try to stay as positive as possible. Don't stop smiling. Cry when you need to. You will have a very interesting next ten years.

Love,

25 Year Old Savannah

P.S. DON'T get that credit card when you are 20! You will regret it!! (Something else Mom was right about!!)

I have too much going on for the world to end...

I wasn't looking forward to 2012, but then the ball dropped, we threw confetti everywhere, and I kissed Jake...and it was here. No looking back now; I couldn't turn back the clock. The main reason for the fear of 2012? I turn 25. I'm still not sure if I am ready to accept the fact that I will be half way to 50. However, I am determined to make 2012 a great year. I have a lot of big things happening to me this year. Here are a three goals that I have set for myself:


1. Look/ Feel my best by March 27th. Yep, that is the day. I can't stop myself from turning another year older, but I can look & feel my best when I do. During the holidays I really slacked off and ate horrible, didn't work out as much as I should, and now I need to reverse any damage I might have caused. My goal: I am going to start eating healthy (again), bring my lunch to school, and workout 5 times and week.


2. Finish school and feel confident about it. There are so many days that I want to burst into tears and run out the doors at school. Cosmetology school is hard. To learn so much in such a short amount of time is exhausting and frustrating - BUT I need to start building more confidence in my abilities. My goal: To complete 6 things of progress a day.


3. Save Money! I love shopping, but I HAVE to cut back. My goal: Save at least $10 a month.

Oh, and one last small goal...to blog more! I have a feeling that 2012 is going to give me a lot to blog about! Happy New Year everyone!

First 15 things I am thankful for!

I logged onto Facebook a few days ago and immediately saw that everyone was participating in a new challenge. For the next 30 days you are supposed to post something you are thankful for. Here are the first 15 things that I am thankful for!

1. My Parents - Lord knows that if it wasn't for them I would not be where (or who) I am today. Not only did they keep me alive until I was 18 (since they were legally obligated to), they have also went beyond that. They have helped me out during so many tough times & they always there when I need them. Some say I am spoiled and that I need to learn to live without them. If it wasn't for them, I don't know where I would be. The first person I call when something major happens in my life are my parents. Thanks Mom & Dad for always being there for me, for still paying some of my bills & for still buying me food & clothes. I appreciate it more than you know.

2. Jake - For the past 5 years Jake has put up with more than he has ever needed to. He has been there through all the ups, downs and in-betweens. He puts up with my crazy ideas, my extreme love for cats, and my stupid stories. He helped me with my weight loss, has motivated me on days that I needed it, and has loved me even when I felt I looked horrible. He supports my decision to go to Cosmetology School, listens to me complain about my bad days and rubs my head when I have migraines (which is a BIG deal to me). He is my best friend, and I am so thankful that he is in my life.

I don't think he realizes just how much he amazes me.


 3. My Sister - I was was turning five the year my sister was born. There was a lot of jealousy on my end. I still remember parts from the night my mom went into labor. My dad woke me up, I remember being extremely angry because I couldn't be with my parents, I remember throwing a fit. I wasn't too thrilled with the fact that I now had to share my parents with her. Of course, I didn't realize back then how lucky I really am. My parents gave me a friend for life. Although we are complete opposites, we are finally getting along (for the most part) after all these years. I know my sister is the one person who will always be there for me regardless of what happens in life. 

No matter where I go, what I do, or who I become she will always be there. No matter what.

 Not only my friend, but my sister...until the end.


 4. My Amazing Best Friend - Tiffany & I met at college. It wasn't until our Sophomore year, at USI, that we started becoming close. We have been best friends ever since. She has answered the phone at crazy hours of the night to hear me cry, laugh or tell her something crazy. She was the first person to tell me that going to Cosmetology School was the best idea ever. She has been there for my good times and helped me through my bad. I was her Maid of Honor at her wedding (and can't wait for her to be mine!) I don't know what I would do without her sometimes!

Dancing at her wedding


5. My Past - I am thankful for my past. If it wasn't for the things that I did, said, or dealt with, I wouldn't be where I am today. I am thankful for the lessons I have learned.

6. My School - I am very thankful for finding an awesome cosmetology school to attend! I can honestly say that I LOVE going to school every single day. I am thankful to have found a school that encourages their students, teaches us new techniques, and pushes us to think outside the box.

7. Pandora Radio - Pandora Radio is amazing, and what I listen to while working out. I love listening to upbeat music and I enjoy the variety that Pandora gives me.

8. My Doctor - I love my doctor. She has listened to me, has helped me and you can tell she genuinely cares about her patients.

9. Having the opportunity to know my Grandparents & Great Grandparents - I can't believe that I still have all of my grandparents here on this earth with me. I will be 25 next March, and I know that I am extremely blessed. My great grandmother (Granny as we called her) passed away a year ago on December 1st. I am so lucky to have known her for 24 years. My great grandfather (Granny's husband) passed away when I was in middle school. Jake doesn't have any of his grandparents anymore, and I realize how blessed I am. I know that he misses them, and he reminds me that I am extremely lucky. I know that I am, and for that I am thankful!

10. Having a roof over my head - I am thankful that I have a place to live!

11. My dreams - I am thankful that I have the opportunity to follow my dreams. I have great friends & family that support my dreams and decisions!

12. Having health insurance - Although a lot of people don't agree with our President's decisions, if it wasn't for the health care bill that he passed, I wouldn't have insurance. I lived without insurance for over 2 years and it was horrible. The moment that I had insurance, I went to the doctor! I am so lucky to have health insurance!

13. Living in America - We live in a country that allows us to follow our dreams, watch tv (the channels we want!), surf the internet freely, have the choice to wear what I want, etc. America isn't perfect, but it is so much better than other places!

14. My Morgan Cat - I love my cat. Yes, I am obsessed, but I love her. She is my fur-daughter and she makes me happy!

My princess!!

15. My weightloss - I am thankful that I finally found the drive to make myself lose weight! I am thankful that I am skinnier than I have ever been and that I can buy new clothes because of it!

My Weightloss Story!

Check out my guest blog post on Ashley's blog! This post tells my story of how I lost weight this summer!

Gettin' Hitched

Jake & I were lucky enough to be in the bridal party for a wedding in August. Our close friends, Steve & Brandy, tied the knot. I just wanted to share a few humourous pictures from that day.





I told Jake he looked cute. Then I asked him if I looked good. His response: "I guess." hahaha He is the ultimate brat!

 



Clearly, my ADD had set in at this point. I am a horrible bridesmaid, I wasn't paying attention! haha

 



I had just called him a jerk or a brat. That is why he has that smirk on his face. haha

 


Figured I should add one GOOD picture of myself and the Bride!!




I wonder who the cheerleader was growing up? Pretty sure this picture makes it very clear. Jake is looking pretty fierce, according to the Maid of Honor. 




If you weren't sure who the cheerleader was in the previous picture, I am sure you can tell now.




Our entrance. Jake makes a pretty bridesmaid. =)




I am pretty sure I was staring down the wedding cake.




Jake dumping me as his dance partner....




Jake's new dance partner, Jeff.




Jake's sister, Sidney, felt bad that Jake dumped me as his dance partner. She tried to make it up to me. hahaha




Jake is such a goofball; and clearly can jump the highest.



Shape of Happiness

"Whaaaaat?" - Yep, I know that is what you are asking yourself right now. Well, I have a pretty good answer for you. This blog is about my journey to finding my 'shape of happiness'. Journey with me through cosmetology school, weight loss/fitness goals and everything else that happens in my crazy (but tremendously fun) life.