2013

Overall, I'm really pleased with my 2013.

• I spent the winter seeking out hills and running in the cold. It all paid off when I ran (and enjoyed) my first marathon.

• I hung out with my family in Las Vegas, which I always love. I also ran a half marathon there.

• I survived non-stop school from mid-January through mid-December. My PhD is still a long way off, but I'm definitely getting closer.

• I had lots of fun times with friends, and continued to grow my social circle and find community in Charlottesville.

• I went on weekend-vacations with Grandma and Grandpa to the beach and to Washington DC. I also spent a lot of weekends with family in Richmond.

• I got a promotion at work, and got to move into a bigger office space.

• I went to Boston for the first time, and enjoyed hanging out with my aunt and Sunni.

• I didn't despair when I got a running injury while training for another marathon, and instead started swimming.

•  I was able to spend Thanksgiving with my grandparents in New Mexico.

• I witnessed Ryan's college graduation, and got to see where he lives and works. 

• I took part in the most beautiful funeral service ever. (More to come on this one.)

Here's to a healthy and happy 2014 for all of us!