December 31, 2016 – 7:39PM Manila Standard Time

In just under four and a half hours, 2016 will be over.

Extremes.

In looking back at the events these past 12 months, that’s probably the only word (safest at best) that I can use to describe what this year was to me.  In any case, it left me exhausted–physically, mentally, financially, emotionally, and spiritually.  Though I look forward to a fresh start in 2017, the remnants and effects of what happened this year will linger.  How long will it last, I suppose only time will tell.

2016 left a deep, invisible scar in me; and I am a different person because of it.  I’m still in the process of recovery, but to be honest, I don’t know if I can fully recuperate.  At least I am trying.  For now, I suppose that is enough.

With all that’s happened, all I can do is move forward.  One day at a time.  So with real conviction, I can say that I am still thankful for this year… however, good riddance as well.  I’ll leave it up to you to think which ones I’m thankful for; and those I wish to leave behind.

Happy New Year, everyone.