19. What everyone perceives as an "insignificant" age, or at least not as significant as being 16, 18 or 21. I feel like being 19 would be -or feel no different than being 18 (other than legal drinking in Canada). But despite how horrible I make 19 sound, and I know it wouldn't, I'm grateful to have had gone through another birthday and spend it with all my loved ones! No matter what age you are or become, family & friends are the most important things you could possibly have.

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Every year for my birthday, themes were always a must. When I turned 18, I had a Blanc party (all white attire). This year, I decided to have I bohemian themed! It was probably one of the best birthday parties I have ever had, in my opinion. In general, I love throwing on outfits that have a boho vibe to it. The flowers, the lace, the free spirited feel- I'm so here for it! It was also a really easy theme when it came to décor and attire. Although decorations weren't much of a time consumption for me considering I had just put up swirly stars on the ceiling, putting up flower wall stickers was already a great touch.

Not looking back is sometimes the best thing to do- or, always the best thing to do. Not because it already happened but because one: It's an opening to a new opportunity and two: a step towards a new beginning and moving on. I've always been one to be on the constant look out for potential toxic people to be prevented from coming in or near my life, but rarely does it ever occur to me that I've been having toxic friends in my life. There's a quote ascribed to Michael Bassey Johnson that I find interesting: “Always remember that you were once alone, and the crowd you see in your life today are just as unnecessary as when you were alone.” It took me a while to figure out that if my friends aren't giving me a warm and happy feeling, I'm so not surrounding myself around the right people.

Growing With Different Mindsets
I have had plenty of friends in the past who I have grown to instantly click and become compatible with- at least I thought I did. It's understandable as people grow, their mentality is clearly more broad and obviously, open to newer things. That right there, is just life. Think of your own self-development and don't disregard your gut feeling.

Lying To Yourself That They're Your Friend(s)
They can't keep secrets. Because I just love it when my secrets are being divulged! [sarcasm]. It has happened to me not only once that I have had my secrets revealed by a so-called friend of mine to the public and other people I intend to keep prohibited out of my life. There's a line of knowing where to beyond any doubt dump them once that line is reached, and this is it. Don't be fooled and convinced by that one time they were your shoulder to cry on.