Promise I haven't stolen this idea from a friend at all but it seems like such a fantastic idea to look at all of the fantastic things I've done over the past twelve months...
In February of 2015 I had my 18th birthday, this was important because it marked the beginning of a huge adventure...adulthood. Though I still don't behave adulty enough for it. I was so lucky to spend the time with my family and closest friends and, although my birthday was during mock week, it was lovely to have a surprise evening out with my work friends too. Love you guys x
And obviously, 2015 was an important year with regards to education and exams. I sat my a levels in May and this was such a huge challenge for me, there were times when I didn't think I was capable of getting though it and there were days and days of crying, stressing and panicking. I'm just so proud that I got through those months and can look back and see how well I did.
Okay, possibly one of my favourite bits was completing my Gold D of E award. I completed most sections in the previous year but in July I visited Finland, canoeing on some of the most picturesque lakes I will probably ever see. It was a lovely opportunity to colour another country on my travel map and such a fantastic scheme to be a part of. Roll on visiting the palace for my award presentation in 2016.
Shortly after returning from Finland (like two days) I went on a family holiday to Egypt...
In September I started on my way to becoming a qualified fitness instructor completing a course that I enjoyed so much, just before I headed off to the other side of the country...
In October I moved to the North East to start my degree at my dream university and so far have enjoyed (almost) every minute of it.
Most importantly, I think, 2015 was a year where I had the opportunity for lots of 'firsts'. Lots of chances for me to do things for the first time. I've had the opportunity to start rowing, which has been so much fun and I've had my first time living away from home. I've learnt so much more about what I enjoy and the freedom is exciting. It's been an adventure so here's a few more pictures of the highlights.
With my maths buddy at my birthday
Leavers do
Elise's birthday
My Nutmeg
Willowbrook Hospice's Moonlight walk
Playing around with new hobbies
More from Finland
And Durham
Grey fireworks
Lumiere
BUCS
Watch me fly, it's what I do best
Michaelmas ball
Some of the best new friends that I could ever ask for...
...and the year of quizzes with people that mean the world to me
Something to remember for 2016
This isn't a list of everything and I'm sure I've missed out some really important things but it's just some of the things that are important to me. And also, a huge thank you to everyone who was part of my 2015 and will make 2016 fab too!
What are your best memories of 2015?
Keep smiling,
Kathryn X
