Hey guys! Normally I don't make blogs or posts about holidays and stuff (which I'm extremely sorry for) and to be honest, this post is going to be kind of long so you kind of skim along if you want to.

Ok so this year has been great. AFF has totally changed my life for the good and the worse. Haha, what a love hate relationship, right? Anyways, I've made some amazing friends on here which I'm incredibly thankful for. All the support that I get with my stories; I'm really grateful to you all as well. Writing is not a hobby. It's a passion and way to escape from life. Even if some write better than others, it's really to same thing to us. Writing fics and short stories is a way for me to express myself which I'm not very good at. Being the shy and introverted girl I am in real life, writing is a way for me to become open. Now I'm not too confident in my writing. I surely know that AFF has tons of talented writers that could easily become an author outside of this site. But whenever I read the stories here, I feel at home. AFF is like my second or third home. (lol that sounds kind of pitiful but i'm not lying). It's a place where I can go to when times are tough to read stories that make me crack up or teach me valuable life lessons or even just chat with my friends. This site is just absolutely amazing and I hope it would never disappear.

2013. 2013. 2013. 

Time has gone by so fast. It feels like yesterday that I was in the neighborhood pool learning how to swim. Each year is different of course. Everybody becomes one year older and that year is one step closer to finding a path in life. Now life is unfair; I know that so well. 2013 has had tons of bumpy roads. I've felt useless, discouraged, inferior, horrible, and downgraded. But on the otherhand, I felt that I was superior, intelligent, thoughtful, kind, and... happy. I've complained a lot about school because it only seems to be getting harder and harder. My grades? Well that's partly my fault. I need change, but I'm unable to accept it sadly.

But next year, in 2014 the year of the horse according to the chinese zodiac, I will strive to be a better person, gain better grades, and become a better person. Everybody has a rough year or maybe even years but we can all get through this thing called life. We can overcome it together. So don't be afraid to talk to someone when times get worse. Being alone isn't the answer. I know I've tried. All you get from trying to be alone all the time is pain and lack of confidence. Go and there and try. Go and be the person you want to be. Nothing is holding you back. Ignore the snide comments others make. Why? Because there are about trice as many as people who support you than those who are against you. Don't be afraid. Open up and connect with the people you love. Life may not be a fairy tale, but you can always try to make it one. 

So those are some of the lessons l've learned this past year. It may not apply to you, but I thought that I could just share a few :) But seriously guys, everyone is a beautiful human being. Don't be afraid to go and show the world that you are precious. So in 2014, I hope everyone has their New Years resolutions in their head. Let's make all our wishes come true! Yay!

Oh and also another thing guys. I just wanted to tell you I hit the 1,000 subscribers milestone! And I'm ecstatic! Now to some of you this isn't a big deal, but I am so honored to have this. I mean never in my life would I thought to hit this high. My stories, now they're not exactly the best, haha. They're a bit cliche, simple, and my writing style isn't the best, but I still love them anyways. And to all you who supported me, thank you so much! I don't know what to say. I swear, I'm gonna burst out bawling in a baby cause I'm so touched. Haha. I'm such a wimp... But still, I'm 1000x grateful for everyone's support. You guys rock and I wish all of you sweeties the best. This has really raised some of my self confidence a little which is really big for me cause I kind of hate myself. Wait, what? Ahaha. It's a new year and I'm losing my mind with all these emotions I'm feeling.

This year, I'll be sure to pay more attention to my lovely readers, I promise! I'll smother you in more love whether you like it or not, mwahahaha. To all that have given me even a second of your time to check out my stories, thank you so much. You guys are who make me happy with your silly and funny little comments. Love you guys so much! Wish you all the best of luck~

Have a great 2014! 我爱你们!  사랑해요! ♡♡♡♡