Things to take away from my reflections:
1. never too old to make new friends or to try new things
2. life is too short (so cliche) so enjoy
3. letting go of past unpleasant experiences is harder than I thought. Still a work in progress but getting there
4. set lofty goals and expectations - put it out there! And it will come....
Mom, I've never had the faith that you've always had in me. I lost that somewhere along the way but I'm working on it. The only faith I do have is that you are watching over me and taking care of things. Thanks for being such a great role model. And I hope to do you proud.