I took this photo during a camping trip a couple months ago.
For me, this image is a symbol of hope. As I stared into the sunset that chilly October evening, I realized that life doesn't revolve around me. The world is beautiful, vast, and mysterious. No matter what happens to us, it doesn't matter. Life will go on. We need to appreciate life and the beauty around us, or we will regret it seconds before it is too late.
This year has been a test for me. I think I passed simply by not having a nervous breakdown. It has been a dreadful year, filled with death of people (and friendships), loss of money (and jobs), and other not-so-fabulous situations. I can only hope that 2011 will be a better year, filled with good news, rather than bad.
Maybe a year from now, I will look back on this post in bitterness because it didn't come true. Or perhaps I will look back on this post in relief because it did. Who knows.
I just can't dwell on the negative aspects of my life. I need happiness.
Thank you all for being fabulous friends.
Beautiful photo xox
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I hope that 2011 is filled full of hope, prosperity and laughter for you. :)SarahD x
ReplyDeletewow, amazing pictures :)
ReplyDeleteI like the pic, really awesome! *-*
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Thinking about you, Jen. Don't look back; always look forward.
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Beautiful post Jennifer. I love your outlook. It rings true for me too.
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that first photo is amazing and awing...very beautiful
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Beautiful snap shot! Let's hope we all have a better New Year. I seem to say that every year and things never seem to change, lol!
ReplyDeleteYou're freakin' welcome.
ReplyDeleteLove the picture of you looking up with your honey holding your hand. I know that 2011 is going to be better for both of us!
ReplyDeleteRemember, what doesn't kill you makes you stronger. I've seen you hit a few rough patches over the course of the year, following this blog. You've managed to keep your head up, though, and that's what's important. I think things are about to improve for you.
ReplyDeleteYou have no idea how much I understand you. It has been a very tough year for me, but it is getting better :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for your comment. I like your blog very much, I want to read more about you, so you have a new follower from now on
Love these photos, Jennifer.
ReplyDeleteI know you've had a rough year, but I truly hope that 2011 is a fresh start and a fantastic year for you. Things will get better!
I'm sorry 2010 has been so hard on you. :( I really hope things get better next year. You're a wonderful person and you deserve to be happy. <3
ReplyDeleteThings can and will get better, promise! Gorgeous pictures. xxx
ReplyDeletevery nice photo :)
ReplyDeleteI love photos like this! I hope 2011 is a better year for you. xoxo
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I'm sure it will get much, much better! 2010 was hard for me too, but I try to stay optimistic for next year!
ReplyDeleteI hope 2011 brings u all the happiness u deserve and sooooo much more!
ReplyDeleteGreat post!!...hope all of your hopes come true :)
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You and me, kid. Amazingness is just around the corner.
ReplyDeleteYou've done a remarkable job of surviving and continuing to be grateful despite the crap. This will get you far in love.
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Here's to Hope, Happiness and 2011! :) You will definitely look back and still find yourself FABULOUS! :)
ReplyDeleteI like the second picture!
ReplyDeletelove it, its sooo pretty!!! ;)
ReplyDeleteYou know, 2010 has been my worst year to date. Here's hoping 2011 is MUCH kinder to us. Lots of love darling x
ReplyDeleteI LOVEE THAT LANDSCAPE PHOTO :)
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Good for you, darling!
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2010 has really been a trying year for a lot of people I know. Mine has been filled with many ups (engagement) and many downs (death of my grandma, death of my cat, beginning of grad school). All we can do is hope that next year will be better, and live every moment as happily as we possibly can and never take anything for granted.
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Ah, you look gorgeous, Jennifer; I hope that 2011 is full of fabulosity for you!! :)
ReplyDeleteJust stopping by to show some love, hope ur hanging in there XOXO
ReplyDeleteWe need to trust that God can do everything to us. He is so powerfull and his love for us is so great! All we need to do is trust! He can change all the bad situations! Believe me! It´s happening with me!
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What a beautiful and meaningful post.
ReplyDeleteAnd the spot and the photograph...beautiful too.
Good luck with 2011! Here's to hoping we both find the kickass job that we've always dreamed of!
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i have to say that the first photo is one of the best photos i have ever seen.. it's so romantic and hopeful
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Gorgeous pictures. I feel more relaxed already!
ReplyDeleteI am so ready for a new year. I hope next year will be amazing. I hope your new year will be too.
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hello sweetie! these pics are amazing.
ReplyDeleteyes, you're right: we are nothing in this world: life goes on, so we must try to take the best of the little things that life gives to us!
it's not a great period for me, too! I had better time, but I don't want to feel sad now: I think a smile it's better than a tear in many situation!!
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amazing picture!!! I agree with you, i feel the same way this year, but 2011 i hope the best for both of us
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Nice photos :) and we are all have good and bad experiences this year but the thing is we did our best and hope this coming year all our dreams or wish will come true! :)
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Jen, thank you for sharing this beautiful inspiration:) I feel ya, I've had a trying year, as well. Thank you for the reminder to keep things in perspective and treasure what's truly important. I really needed this reminder today:) Thank you!
ReplyDelete2011 is your year dear, dont lose hope!! I love the first pic, feels like am there!! http://fashionablenotebook.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteI really do hope your 2011 is much better than 2010. You do deserve the best for next year.
ReplyDeleteAnd that is definitely an inspirational picture. I recently saw a sunset in the desert and it gave me the same feelings as you had about life not revolving around us.
Jennifer, you look amazing in that last picture. Please keep hope always. I knew you could do it. :)
ReplyDeleteYou know when they say you stumble upon things for a reason? I feel like that reading about your post today. I had a very sad poignant day yesterday and I decided to write on it in the blog.
ReplyDeleteThis year has been challenging at times (though there has been great moments) and I have to constantly remind myself to think of the bigger picture and to appreciate happy moments. You're right, you can't give up hope, you have to hope that it'll get better from here!
I am praying for you!
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that's really the best outlook you can have. looking back serves no purpose, you can only look ahead and be determined to be happy.
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Things will look up, not matter how bad you feel! :) You are so pretty!
ReplyDeleteThanks for your lovely comment! I hope that 2011 will be a better year! :)
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I have to say that was quite inspiring. I think I might just have a good day today because of you.
ReplyDeleteOh dear I hope 2011 is so different for you & happy! *Hugs* Love that photo of you! =)
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